RABUBI Posted September 13, 2013 Posted September 13, 2013 Tip:Never do any equipment changes or try any new supllement on race day.
TYWALK Posted September 13, 2013 Posted September 13, 2013 Tip: Before entering this race, make sure you are able to complete the individual discipline distances on their own. E.g. swim 2 km's, mtb for 70 km's and run for 18 km's.
TYWALK Posted September 13, 2013 Posted September 13, 2013 Tip: Make sure you have fun! Most competitors are not racing to win but for the enjoyment and the trophy
Garfield2010 Posted September 13, 2013 Posted September 13, 2013 Make sure everything is tightened on your bike before the race start. Among other things that have fallen off my bike in and outside races are... The whole bottlecage holder thingy at the back of my saddle My gear shifter at the front of the TT Bar (don't ask me how - it happened)
Garfield2010 Posted September 13, 2013 Posted September 13, 2013 Once your bike has been checked in, hang around for a while and check the tyres again. I have more than once arrived on race morning and then boom a flat tyre in transition. This really freaks you out and then you also use your spare tube even before race start. It is amazing how many thorns are in the transition areas.
Garfield2010 Posted September 13, 2013 Posted September 13, 2013 Read the Eat to Run by Scott Jurek. Understanding the mental side of things is critically important.
JGR Posted September 13, 2013 Posted September 13, 2013 Dont spend all your time on the hub - you actually have to do some training else you wont finish Garfield2010 and reteid 2
Garfield2010 Posted September 13, 2013 Posted September 13, 2013 Dont spend all your time on the hub - you actually have to do some training else you wont finish We have a winner!!! LMFAO
Disylizzy Posted September 13, 2013 Posted September 13, 2013 If the swim start is from the beach, run with your elbows out (yes you look like a chicken), but it creates space around you before entering the water.
Disylizzy Posted September 13, 2013 Posted September 13, 2013 Make sure to use glide gel around your neck and other spots where the wetsuit can chafe, otherwise co-workers ask who gave you hickeys. Stiggy 1
Disylizzy Posted September 13, 2013 Posted September 13, 2013 Take along a 2 litre bottle of water to splash the grass and/or sand off your feet before putting on your socks
Disylizzy Posted September 13, 2013 Posted September 13, 2013 Don't forget to use sunscreen, especially for the longer races.
Garfield2010 Posted September 13, 2013 Posted September 13, 2013 Always put Vaseline on your hands before you start adjusting your goggles
Garfield2010 Posted September 13, 2013 Posted September 13, 2013 (edited) When drafting on the bike, make sure you pick up your awareness. It is NB to see the motorcycle ref approaching so that you can slack off and avoid any potential penalties. Edit:- If you do get pinned for drafting, give the ref a look like Kevin Pietersen when he is given LBW in a cricket match.... It might get you off..... Edited September 13, 2013 by Garfield2010
Garfield2010 Posted September 13, 2013 Posted September 13, 2013 I always eat a Gu gel on race morning. It binds your stomach. I am serious. You will not have to take a crap for the next 6 hours minimum.... Also refer to the next tip....
Disylizzy Posted September 13, 2013 Posted September 13, 2013 Don't drink coffee and read Garf's tips at the same time Garfield2010 1
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