I'm paranoid that I am going to forget something vital, guess I had better take out a subscription now. Bit mean not to take out a subscription! I have my own checklist, I wouldn't want to trust someone else's! Chrisk, if you've got the May issue

information, tips, and encouragement.However, I was looking at the race day checklist (see below), all good apart from one curious item - shampoo.   Why would you take that to the race with you? tracksuit hat and gloves sweatshirt umbrella vest or t

Hi. Have any experienced FLM runners got a definitive list of what kit they recommend we bring with us on the day? Things like suncream, vaseline, energy gels, change of clothes etc. I always put 2 spoons of vaseline in a little plastic coin bag you get from the bank and keep it ...

What is on everyones race day list?1.Vest ,shorts,shoes,socks,number2.Disposable clothes for start3.Gels,energy bars,drinks4.Micropore tape5.Clothes for finish6.Mobile phoneWhat have I missed? 7.safety pins 8.vaseline ...

This section is adapted from the book, Triathlon Training in Four Hours a Week: From Beginner to Finish Line in Just Six Weeks, by Eric HarrPreparationDirections to the event: I cannot tell you how many times I tried to find my way to a triathlon only to get there minutes after t...

I'm doing my first tri of the season (second ever) tomorrowI'm feeling disorganised - what do I need to pack? I seem to have packed only half the stuff I had last year and I'm wondering what I've forgotten. just work through your day methodically? swim stuffbike stuffrun stuffsom...

Standfirst: What to do, what to takeAuthor:Pics:Issue date: May01 / xref Ultimate schedsKeywords:uan137--Before race day, you should have Tried your shoes and kit on a long run Found out how to get to the start 90 minutes before the gun goes Made a pace plan and ideally written i...

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after wet rides. Check your brake pads for wear and embedded debris. Keep moving parts cleaned and lubed, and make sure your tyres are properly inflated. Your winter checklistSafe brake Winter road grit clings to brake pads, so give yours a good look

So, i'm staying in London on Saturday night, then flying out on holiday on Monday morning (volcano permitting) so am manically writing lists so I don't forget anything, so here goes...trainers, socks, pants, sports bra, charity vest, sweat bandhair band, watch, contact lenses, su...