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Race Equipment Checklist for Mountain Bike RacersLevi 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 hadnt packed my clothes! Just kidding. But the reason I remembered them is that I had a checklist of everything I would need. I dont 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 youre preparing for your first race, or your eighty-first, better safe than sorry. Bike Water bottle filled CamelBak or Seat bag --spare tube
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
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