by: Levi Bloom
I remember my first mountain bike race. Whenever I showed up, and was just about to change into my cycling outfit, I realized that I hadn't packed my clothes! Just kidding. But the reason I remembered them is that I had a checklist of everything I would need. I don't want you to forget anything, so I decided to put my list online.
You should print this out and hang it by your bike stuff so you can check everything off as it goes in your car. If you're preparing for your first race, or your eighty-first, better safe than sorry.
Bike
Water bottle (filled)
CamelBak or Seat bag
spare tube
tire levers
mini-pump
CO2
energy gel
mini-tool
patch kit
Helmet
Sunglasses
Jersey
Undershirt (optional)
Gloves
Shorts
Socks
Shoes with cleats
Energy bar
Change of clothes
Post-race food and water
First-aid kit
Bike lock
Camera or Camcorder
Towel
Baby wipes
Money
Registration form and/or license
Light (for 24 hour races)