As the Girl Scouts say, 'Be prepared', which means the list includes items for many different scenarios. This does not mean you need to have everything on the list or that I am recommending you use each thing. Please use common sense when packing and running.
If you think I have forgotten anything, please let me know.
Head:
Hat/visor
Headband
Hair tie
Sunglasses
Contact lenses
Sunscreen
Ear buds
Neck gator
Medical necklace if necessary
Torso:
Running shirt x2
Light jacket/old sweatshirt to throw away/bin bag
Sports bra x2
Heart rate monitor
Race bib (with back filled out)
Safety pins/Triathlon belt
Bum bag/Zippered pocket
Arms: Hips and legs:
Arm sleeves Shorts/Long pants x2
Watch/Activity monitor Underwear x2
Gloves Compression socks/calf sleeves
ID bracelet
Feet: Fuel:
Running socks x2 Water bottle/Sport drinks
Running shoes Gels/Snacks/Haribos
Timed chip Pre-race fuel
Flip flops for post race Post-race fuel
First Aid: Other:
Athletic tape and scissors Bin bags for wet clothes
Inhaler Portable phone charger
Diabetes medication Something to keep jewelry in
Anti-histamines Race information magazine
Anti-diarrhea Keys
Anti-inflammatory/pain medicine Tagged bag to check
Plasters Small amount of cash for emergencies
Body Glide/Vaseline Public transport pass
Baby wipes Camera with charged battery
Anti-bacterial hand gel Phone with charged battery
Toilet paper MP3 player with charged battery
Kleenex
Don't forget to arrange a meeting spot before the race as sometimes mobile networks are clogged and it will be hard to get in touch with friends and family.
Best of luck!
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