Gear – Tampa Bay BABES Triathlon https://tampabaybabestriathlon.com Tue, 13 May 2025 17:32:37 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://tampabaybabestriathlon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/cropped-Tampa-Bay-BABES-Logo_No-bknd-32x32.png Gear – Tampa Bay BABES Triathlon https://tampabaybabestriathlon.com 32 32 What to Pack for Your Sprint Triathlon https://tampabaybabestriathlon.com/what-to-pack-for-your-sprint-triathlon/ Tue, 13 May 2025 16:36:40 +0000 https://tampabaybabestriathlon.com/?p=1003 So, you’ve signed up for a sprint triathlon – way to go! You’re rocking your training. But what about race morning … what should you bring? Below is your comprehensive packing list for race day, so you can show up with confidence – and with everything you’ll need for an amazing morning on and off course.

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SPRINT TRIATHLON PACKING LIST
SWIM

  • Tri suit or swim gear (worn to start)
  • Goggles (+ a spare pair, just in case)
  • Swim camp (provided in your athlete race packet)
  • Anti-chafe (Body Glide, Tri Slide, or your favorite)
  • Wetsuit or swim skin (if applicable for race conditions)
    Note: the BABES Tri is not wetsuit legal
  • Towel or small mat to lay out your gear in transition

BIKE

  • Bike
  • Helmet (required)
  • Sunglasses (for protection from sun and bugs)
  • Cycling shoes (clip-in or sneakers – whatever’s your jam)
  • Socks (optional)
  • Water bottles (filled and mounted on your bike)
    Note: you are permitted to use a Camelbak style hydration pack if that better suits you
  • Bike nutrition (gels, bars, chews – whatever fuels you)
  • Flat kit (spare tube, tire levels, CO2 cartridges or sealant)

RUN

  • Running shoes
  • Hat/visor
  • Race belt with bib attached (both provided in athlete packet)
  • Run nutrition/hydration

EXTRAS

  • Transition bag or backpack to carry everything
    You must pass this off to your support crew or put it back in your car once you’re set up – can’t stay in transition during the race.
  • Race confirmation email + ID (just in case)
  • Timing chip (provided at packet pickup – can safety pin for extra security)
  • Sunscreen
  • Towel or baby wipes
  • Flip flops/post-race shoes
  • Dry clothes
  • Favorite snacks or recovery drink
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