As well as getting your mind and body ready, you need to plan your kit too.
Preparing it in advance of your event will make race day much smoother and less stressful.
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As well as getting your mind and body ready, you need to plan your kit too.
Preparing it in advance of your event will make race day much smoother and less stressful.
You don’t need an Olympics-standard bike but you do need to make sure your bike is safe, efficient and permitted for the race you’re doing. Check if there are any restrictions on the race organiser’s website. It’s also worth going to a specialist bike shop for pre-race bike check and to get clued-up on how to sort common issues on race day.
Having a good-fitting, robust helmet is essential. Make sure your helmet fits well, is comfortable and undamaged.
The more time you spend in the saddle, the more important it is to wear something comfortable on your feet:
Investing in some good cycle wear will protect sensitive parts of your body and keep your temperature steady:
Gloves are a must to protect your hands from rubbing and will protect your skin if you come off your bike. If you usually ride with fingerless gloves, consider wearing full finger gloves for colder rides to warm your hands.