Race Day Kit Builder

Bring a spare pair — lenses fog and straps break

Usually provided by the race — wear yours underneath for extra warmth

Required in most UK open water swims below 24.1°C

Apply to neck and underarms to prevent wetsuit rub

Mandatory — you'll be disqualified without one

Can race in trainers if you don't have clip-in pedals

Inner tube, tyre levers, CO2 cartridge or mini pump

Gels, bars, or energy drink for the bike leg

Clip your number to a race belt — no pins needed

Small towel to stand on and wipe feet

Swap out regular laces — saves 30+ seconds in T2

Fill with water to rinse sandy / muddy feet after the swim

Eat 2-3 hours before the start — something familiar