First off, the bike has to be disassembled for transit. Our bike mechanic is lending me his carrier and will walk me through how he packs my bike and then eventually how I’ll have to re-pack it for the return trip home. He recommends I have it assembled and checked at a bike shop when I get there. This will be interesting.
I have the following items in my carry-on:
Swim–wetsuit, goggles
Bike–helmet, bike shoes, four larabars (just in case I get the munchies)
Run–visor, GPS (wear GPS and HR monitor out from T1)
I’ll have to pack rubber bands, sunblock, transition area towels (big and small), and also a transition area bag. Need to get two GU gel packs for the run. I’m wearing my running shoes on the plane.
That’s it. Keep it as simple as possible. Same “Have race will travel” philosophy as before. This will be a fun weekend!!!!
Arriving two days prior to the event. Spend the first day making sure the bike is assembled and in great working order. The only thing to do on Saturday is to attend the expo. I’ll also drive the bike route either Friday or Saturday. It is a 28-mile route, so it won’t take that long to navigate.
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