JBL Triathlon

Athlete Essentials

Triathlon suit/swimming suit
Wetsuit – mandatory if water temperature is below 14°C (56.5 km distance) or 16°C (112.99 km distance), highly recommended if higher
Swimming goggles
Nose/ear plugs – if you usually need them
Lubricant to help remove the wetsuit – avoid oil or petroleum jelly as they can damage neoprene suits

Bike
Helmet – absolutely mandatory!
Cycling glasses
Cycling clothing (if not using a triathlon suit)
Cycling shoes
Socks
Hand pump or CO2 cartridges + spare cartridges
Spare inner tube + tire levers or sealant (useful during the race to save time changing the tube)
Set of Allen keys
2 water bottles
Bag for storing bars and gels
Bike computer

Photo ID
Race number belt – worn with the attached number after the swimming stage
Flip-flops – useful before the swimming stage
Scissors
Second pair of running shoes (one pair left in the transition zone, the second useful for warm-up before the start)
Warm-up clothing
Energy gels and bars
Extra swim cap – useful in case of cold water
Sunscreen
Watch/heart rate monitor + chest strap
Towel
Electrical tape – versatile for attaching equipment to the bike
Chain lubricant
Cleaning cloths for the bike
Standing bike pump – makes it easier to achieve high tire pressure
Rubber bands – useful for securing cycling shoes in the optimal position on the bike