Chances are, if you know a triathlete, you know that they pack a lot of stuff for race day. I once heard a triathlete say that packing for Ironman was like an expedition to Everest, and they were SO RIGHT! The amount of prep needed to get it right takes alot of time and dedication. This week I am packing for Ironman Mont Tremblant and when I say that my lists have lists.... I mean my lists have lists. You see, Mont Tremblant is a 12 hour drive from home and once I leave I definitely want to make sure that I have EVERYTHING with me.
Packing for Ironman is a huge deal, you not only need your bike, but you need items for the swim and the run too plus additional materials for training rides once you get to your destination. I am all about sharing so for any of you triathletes out there, feel free to take this list and add to it as needed and save for your next Ironman Trip. This list actually started from a blog I had read last year and I've been adding and sharig from there! It's really helped me keep things organized and I am always adding/ editing it!
| Type | Item | Location |
| Swim | Vaseline (pocket sized) | Pre-Race |
| Swim | Anti Fog Drops | Pre-Race |
| Swim | Goggles - Clear | Pre-Race |
| Swim | Goggles - Spare | Pre-Race |
| Swim | Swim Cap | Pre-Race |
| Swim | Swimsuit(s) (Race and practice) | Pre-Race |
| Swim | Wetsuit | Pre-Race |
| Swim | Pre-swim Hat | Wake-Up |
| Swim | Pre-swim sandals | Wake-Up |
| Swim | Pre-swim Sweatpants | Wake-Up |
| Swim | Pre-swim Sweatshirt | Wake-Up |
| Bike | Spare Tubes and Co2 (x2) | Bike Special Needs |
| Bike | Backup Cycling Shoes | Hotel Bag |
| Bike | Multi-tool | On Bike |
| Bike | Aero Bottle | On Bike |
| Bike | Bento Box | On Bike |
| Bike | CO2 Cartridges and Inflator | On Bike |
| Bike | Rain Bags | On Bike |
| Bike | Pump | Pre-Race |
| Bike | Water Bottles | Pre-Race |
| Bike | Sunscreen | Pre-Race |
| Bike | Cycling Jersey | T1 Bag |
| Bike | Contact Lenses | T1 Bag |
| Bike | Arm Warmers | T1 Bag |
| Bike | Bike Bottles (Water and BCAA) | T1 Bag |
| Bike | Aero Helmet | T1 Bag |
| Bike | Cycling Shoes | T1 Bag |
| Bike | Shorts | T1 Bag |
| Bike | Cycling Socks | T1 Bag |
| Bike | Bike Toolkit/PatchKit/Levers | T1 Bag |
| Bike | Heart Rate Monitor/Strap | T1 Bag |
| Bike | Bike Race Number | T1 Bag |
| Bike | Sunglasses, Bike | T1 Bag |
| Bike | Towel | T1 Bag |
| Bike | Gore Rain/Wind Jacket | T1 Bag - Cold Weather |
| Bike | Spare Tires | Toolbox |
| Bike | Spare Tubes | Toolbox |
| Run | Contact Lenses | Run Special Needs |
| Run | Gloves for cold | Run Special Needs |
| Run | PowerGel x2 | Run Special Needs |
| Run | Long Sleeve Run Shirt for Cold | Run Special Needs |
| Run | Running Socks | T2 Bag |
| Run | Singlet or Other Shirt | T2 Bag |
| Run | Towel | T2 Bag |
| Run | Migraine Recovery Drug (X1) | T2 Bag |
| Run | Lip Sunscreen | T2 Bag |
| Run | Race Belt | T2 Bag |
| Run | Race Number | T2 Bag |
| Run | Run Belt and Bottles w/ Power Ade | T2 Bag |
| Run | Running Hat | T2 Bag |
| Run | Running Shoes (2 pr. for multiple days, extra socks) | T2 Bag |
| Run | Running Shorts | T2 Bag |
| Run | Sunglasses, Run | T2 Bag |
| Food | Gummy Bears | Bike Special Needs |
| Food | BCAA | Bike Special Needs |
| Food | Bananas | Bike Special Needs |
| Food | Crackers/Peanut Butter | Bike Special Needs |
| Food | Oatmeal Singles | Frig |
| Food | Water | Frig |
| Food | Cereal | Frig |
| Food | Bananas | Frig |
| Food | Post Race Recovery Drink | Frig/Cooler |
| Food | Ice | Frig/Cooler |
| Food | Chips/salty snacks | Frig/Cooler |
| Food | Water Bottles (12) | Hotel Bag |
| Food | BCAA Cannister | Hotel Bag |
| Food | Peanut Butter | On Bike |
| Food | Gels for Bike (X4) | On Bike |
| Misc. | Map/Directions | Car |
| Misc. | Baggies | Frig/Cooler |
| Misc. | Benadryl (for bee stings) | Hotel Bag |
| Misc. | First Aid Kit | Hotel Bag |
| Misc. | Camera/charger | Hotel Bag |
| Misc. | Car Pillow | Hotel Bag |
| Misc. | Cell Phone & Charger | Hotel Bag |
| Misc. | Chalk for Road Signs | Hotel Bag |
| Misc. | Wallet/Visa Card/Cash | Hotel Bag |
| Misc. | Computer | Hotel Bag |
| Misc. | Contact Lenses, Solutions, Spares | Hotel Bag |
| Misc. | Cool weather clothing | Hotel Bag |
| Misc. | Glasses | Hotel Bag |
| Misc. | Medicines (Inhaler, Advil, Aleve, Ibuprofen) | Hotel Bag |
| Misc. | Note Paper for Transition Bags | Hotel Bag |
| Misc. | Plastic Bags (for dirty clothes and bike protection) | Hotel Bag |
| Misc. | Post-Its (for bottle labels, etc.) | Hotel Bag |
| Misc. | Reading glasses | Hotel Bag |
| Misc. | Sharpie for marking clothes | Hotel Bag |
| Misc. | Temporary Tattoo | Hotel Bag |
| Misc. | The Stick | Hotel Bag |
| Misc. | Migraine Recovery Drug (X1) | On Bike |
| Misc. | Garbage Bags (large) | On Bike |
| Misc. | Moist Towelettes | Post-race Bag |
| Misc. | Neosporin | Post-race Bag |
| Misc. | Bodyglide (X3) | Pre-Race |
| Misc. | Cell Phone in Baggie | Pre-Race |
| Misc. | Transition Bag Identification | T1 Bag |
| Misc. | Inhaler | T2 Bag |
| Misc. | Transition Bag Identification | T2 Bag |
| Misc. | Bike Tools | Toolbox |
| Misc. | Duct Tape | Toolbox |
| Misc. | Electrical Tape | Toolbox |
| Misc. | Scissors | Toolbox |
| Misc. | Inspirational Words for Bike & Run | |
| Post-Race | Post-Race Towel | Post-race Bag |
| Post-Race | Post-Race Clothes | Post-race Bag |
| Post-Race | Post-Race Jacket | Post-race Bag |
| Post-Race | Post-Race Recovery Drink | Post-race Bag |
Hope the list helps you get organized or think of things you may have missed! I know it sure is a pain but it has really helped me!
XOXO
Mandy
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