Race day checklist

[El Gordo]

Note: I'm indebted to Tom Roper for reminding me about this message / list, which I had totally forgotten about. I have added a couple of things.
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For almost every race I do, I make a checklist. And each time I do it, I wonder why I haven't saved my previous one, so that I could just refer to it. So this time, I'll publish it, and invite additions and comments, so that we can produce a definitive list that may help others too, especially those new to the game.

No list is ever going to be right for everyone. I always wear lycra undershorts, for instance, to stop chafing. Other will slap on Vaseline. Some people run with a camera, others take one but leave it in the car. Same with a phone. I would never run with a jacket, but some people do. I'll include all, and you decide. Also, it's a given that the race distance makes a difference to what's needed. I wouldn't usually use gels for distances below half marathons for instance.

I'll keep editing this message to reflect additions / comments.

For the race:

• cap
  
• shirt
  
• shorts / leggings
  
• lycra undershorts
  
• socks
  
• running shoes
  
• jacket
  
• sports bra (SP)
  

• Championchip
  
• race number
  
• safety pins
  

• watch
  
• HRM strap
  
• sunglasses
  
• contact lenses
  
• nipple plasters
  
• gels
  
• elasticated belt (waist and/or arm) for gels / phone etc
  
• in-race hydration
  
• hydration belt / backpack
  
• Compeed or similar for blisters
  
• Vaseline / petroleum jelly
  
• knee support /calf bandage
  
• insoles / orthotics
  
• wrist / sweatband
  
• sun block
  
• medication / inhaler
  
  

• camera
  
• phone
  
• money / credit card
  

To check in if possible:

• fleece
  
• towel
  
• fluid
  
• snack
  
• car / house key (depending on security)
  

To leave in the car:

• race instructions
  
• duct tape or similar
  
• notebook
  
• pen
  
• glasses
  
• contact lens case / solution
  
• tracksuit bottoms or similar
  
• change of shoes / socks / teeshirt
  

Other:

• old shirt / bin bag for the start (dispose)
  
• label for gear bag
  

Day before the race

• Check weather forecast
  
• Decide what to wear - check it's clean / available
  
• Stretch
  
• Keep hydrated
  
• Eat wisely
  
• Charge up camera / phone / GPS watch etc
  
• Pin number on shirt
  
• Lay out kit
  
• Check Google Maps for directions and driving time
  
• Think about race strategy
  
• Read / watch / listen to something inspirational
  
• Aim for early night
  

What have I missed?