Sprint/Olympic Triathlon Race Equipment Checklist - A Minimalist Approach

• Triathlon racesuit or swimsuit

• Wetsuit

• Goggles

• Swim cap (if they don't give you one)

• Lubricant for wetsuit (for around the neck and calves)

• 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)

• Timing Chip

Optional:

• Sunglasses if it's bright

• Visor or hat if it's hot

• Neoprene swim cap if the water's cold

• GPS watch

• Floor bike pump (optional 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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