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Step by Step Guide for Gear Bags

Use this guide when preparing your gear bags for Kerrville Tri to make transitions a breeze on race day!

The layout of Kerrville Tri is different from other tri’s due to the two separate transition areas, located two miles apart. It’s important to come prepared with all your gear in the correct place to make your experience easy, and most importantly, fun! Upon receiving your packet, you will be given 3 bags designated for transition on race day, along with your race number stickers and stickers for your gear bags. It’s crucial that you place the designated sticker with your race number on the proper gear bag to make keeping track of your stuff easier. Be ready once you arrive at the race site, and use this step-by-step guide to handle Kerrville Tri transitions with ease.

Step 1

Setting up in T1, making sure his gear is good to go!

When you’re done checking-in and getting body-marked, place any clothes that you wore to the race site that you do not plan on wearing during the tri in your Green – “Morning Clothes Bag.” Then take your bag to drop it off at the assigned box truck located at T1.

Step 2

After you dominate the swim course, you’ll head into T1 to gear up for the bike portion. Once you change into your bike gear, put your swim gear (ex. goggles, swim cap, towel) in the Red – “Bike Gear Bag” and leave it on the rack where your bike was. We transport all gear from T1 to T2 during the race, so it will be waiting for you in T2 after the race.

how to prepare for two transition areas

Gear bag ready to go in T1

Step 3

Prepare your Blue – “Run Gear Bag” with what you plan to wear during the run. This bag should hold all the items you need to transition from the bike to the run portion. Plan ahead because this gear bag needs to be checked into T2 on the day prior to the event! Once you change into your running gear, tie the bag to the rack and head for the run course!

 

Follow these tips and have your gear bags ready to ensure you have a smooth transition on race day for Kerrville Tri! We’ll see you at the finish line!

Tri Gear Round Up

Time for some tri gear upgrades!

After you cover getting the basics for a triathlon, there comes a large list of wants and upgrades. This edition of Tri Gear Round Up we will focus on some of these upgrades and the benefits of each. After you cover getting the basics for a triathlon, there comes a large list of wants and upgrades. This edition of Tri Gear Round Up we will focus on some of these upgrades and the benefits of each.


Ibera Bicycle Lightweight Aluminum Water Bottle Cage

These cages are a significant upgrade from your standard aluminum cages. They are lightweight and give you that “carbon cage” look without breaking the bank. Also, the design allows you to remove your bottles with ease while keeping the bottle secure while riding. Now if you already have something like this and are looking for the next upgrade, it is time to go carbon.
<p>For your rear hydration set up, it is best to go with the XLAB Gorilla cage. This carbon cage is pricey, but it makes up for it by keeping your bottles secure on long rides. No more launching bottles, yay!
<p>If you have a smaller bike frame, you may consider a side entry bottle cage. These allow you to remove the bottle to the side instead of pulling up.




Fi’zi:k Performance Bar Tape

Most bikes start out with a simple cork bar tape. While these are just fine when starting out, if you find yourself on the bike more you may want to upgrade. Fi’zi:k may seem like a weird name, but they make great products including bar tape. Fizik’s Performance Bar Tape comes in two distinct styles: Soft and Tacky. We like the tacky finish as it keeps your hands or gloves glued to the bars even if it gets wet. The 3mm thickness of the tape gives a dense-yet-forgiving comfort to your bars.
<p>If Fizik doesn’t have the color you are looking for, a great second option is Lizard Skin Bar tape.




Continental Grand Prix 4000s II Cycling Tire

The Grand Prix 4000s II is a great all around tire. It is a combination of reliability, comfort, low rolling resistance, and performance in weather situations. It also does well with punctures.
<p>The patented BlackChili Compound improves rolling resistance by 26 % and provides 30 % more grip than activated silica compounds. The only option that you will have to make is the width since it comes in both a 23c and 25c.




Chamois Butt’r Anti-Chafe Cream, individual packs

If you are not using a Chamois cream then start now, you will thank us. The real upgrade here is in the individual packs. These are easily stored in your bento box or your jersey pocket.
<p>Chamois Butt’r immediately improves riding comfort & soothes already chafed or irritated skin. It lubricates, soothes and softens the skin of all athletes who experience chafing. Apply liberally to skin and/or chamois before each ride. May be applied to any skin areas that rub together or against clothing, i.e., rubbing thighs or underarms.




YETI Rambler 14 oz Stainless Steel Vacuum Insulated Mug with Lid

Ok, so technically this piece of “tri gear” is not triathlon specific but it is an upgrade. As triathletes, we put in the long hours, and we deserve hot coffee when we want it!
<p>This Yeti Rambler is a great size and comes with a comfortable handle. The double-wall vacuum insulation keeps cold drinks cold and hot drinks hot until the last sip. So fill this up with your favorite and leave it in your car to enjoy when you get back from your workout.




Kool Kovers Bicycle Shoe Cleat Cover Set

Protect your investment with cleat covers. Covers protect cleats from wear and make walking easier. No more slipping as you shuffle into the bike shop on a mid-ride pitstop. They are also a good option for preventing mud and dirt from building up inside cleats. Just put these on your shoes in transition and then take them off once you reach the mount line.
<p>They are super easy to attach, remove, and store (in your saddle bag or jersey pocket).