
Martin Spierings
Sprint/Olympic Triathlon Race Equipment Checklist - A Minimalist Approach
Updated: Apr 1

Trisuit or swimsuit
Swim cap (if they don't give you one)
Lubricant for wetsuit
Bike with spare tubes, pump attached
Helmet
Bike bottle (filled with water or sports drink for +2 hrs)
Triathlon bike shoes
Race Belt with race number attached
Towel (to lay your stuff on)
Running shoes (with elastic laces)
Powder (for inside of shoes)
Optional:
Sunglasses if it's bright
Visor or hat if it's hot
Neoprene swim cap if the water's cold
Floor bike pump (because you can usually borrow one)
I could probably make a list three times as long with the unnecessary crap people bring to races, and even race with, but I will stand my ground that these are the essentials and nothing extra will make you any faster. If you don't believe me check out every pro at Superleague.
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