The first triathlon competitions of the season are coming up. That gets everyone involved excited. To take some of the fuss out of you, we've created a triathlon pre-competition checklist so you can pack your bag ahead of time and forget about your triathlon gear afterwards.
When preparing for a triathlon competition, you should of course think about your triathlon clothing , i.e. your suit and swimming, running and cycling clothing. In addition, there are other tips and tricks that will help you in the competition.
Basics for your triathlon competition:
- starting pass
- identification document
- Money
- Timing chip with neoprene strap for attachment if you already have one
Triathlon packing list - before the start of the triathlon
- Warm clothes for before the start
- Light running pants or something to wear over, for example the Phantom LightShell Active Pants to warm up before the triathlon competition
- Triathlon Suit and/or Swimsuit
- beverages
- Bars, gels, maybe something light to eat
- suncream
- Air pump for the last check for the bike
- mobile phone, headphones
Triathlon packing list - swimming
- Wetsuit or swimsuit, e.g. the Sonar Graphene Swimsuit
- swimming goggles
- Swim cap, e.g. the Afire Swim Cap
- Body glide
Triathlon packing list - change
- Hand towel
- Race number tape or safety pins for attachment
- Socks, e.g. the Trace Performance Socks
- A spare bag or plastic bag
Triathlon Packing List - Cycling
- Road bike (check beforehand whether the tires are pumped)
- helmet
- cycling shoes
- cycling glasses
- Arm Screens/Leg Warmers if needed
- household gums
- Replacement/repair kit for the racing bike
- Bike Bidon (filled up)
- Bars and gels/other food
Triathlon Packing List - Running
- running shoes
- Running cap, eg the Aura Graphene Ultralight Race Cap
- Bars/gels/other food
- A hydration belt if needed
After the triathlon competition
- Warm clothing, for example the RYZON Recharged Series
- Cap
- Comfortable shoes/slippers
- Hand towel
- shower stuff
We wish all starters every success in the triathlon competitions and are looking forward to the new season. With this triathlon checklist, nothing stands in the way of a successful first triathlon start.
