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September 26, 2019

Goal Race Travel Packing List

Written by Dena Evans

bagsIn the weeks and months ahead, hundreds of thousands of runners will travel to the location of their upcoming goal race.  In previous blog posts, we have touched on how to generally plan your goal race travel and have given advice for family and other supporters on ways they can organize to best effect on race weekend.

 

Before you bundle yourself into the car or head to the airport, take a moment to scan our goal race travel packing list – plan ahead and be prepared with everything you need for a great day!

 

Plan ahead and don’t forget:

 

Shoes

Training shoes and racing shoes, if those differ.  Both should be broken in at least a week or two beforehand.  Neither should ever be checked if flying.  Seems self-explanatory, but in the rush to remember the odd, weird things, sometimes we forget about first things first.

 

Race outfit with cold and hot variations

Make sure your favorite long run shorts and top are in the bag.  For the women, make sure that non-chafing sportsbra is packed.  Think through your options if the weather ends up differently than expected, and pack your favorite tights, hat, arm sleeves or long sleeved shirt, and or gloves.  Do not forget about the socks.

 

Pre race and post race clothes

Throwaways and/or warm clothes might be needed before the race, and will be very likely welcome after the race.  An extra pair of dry socks in the bag can really help your post-race spirits as well.  If the weather is cold, a hooded top or a beanie can really help when the post-race chill sets after when the body temperature drops following the race.

 

Snacks/ mid race fuel

Even if the race has your favorite brands offered on the course, it is helpful to have packed some favorite snacks and fueling options in case you miss the table, drop your item, or just want to top off your tank before or after the race.

 

Roller or rolling / stretching device

Watch

Bodyglide

Sunscreen

Water bottle

…and / or fuel carrying device for the day if using one

Something to sit on, such as a blanket or old finish area space blanket

…for the pre and post race area if no chairs or benches are available

Travel first aid kit

…hobbling around the hotel looking for a band-aid can and should be avoided

Earplugs  and eye shade

….or anything else that might help with a better night’s sleep before the race

Preferred breakfast food

…if packable – save time and money on race morning

 

While this list probably doesn’t cover every need for every athlete, checking off the major items early in the packing process can alleviate stress and allow time to remember some of the more individualized items each runner hopes to not leave home without.

 

 

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