dlmcycling

Before the Race

  • Bike:
    • Primary Race Bike
      • Wash bike
      • Check and grease bottom bracket bearings
      • Check and grease headset bearings
      • Check and torque rear derailleur hanger
      • Check and torque seat post clamp
      • Check and torque seat clamp
      • Check and torque stem bolts
      • Check and adjust brake pads
      • Check and torque crank arm bolts
      • Check and torque chain ring bolts
      • Install race-day pedals
      • Install race-day tires / tire liners / sealant
      • Prepare and install new chain
      • Prepare and pack spare chain
      • Confirm chainring and cassette selections
      • Install reflective tape
    • Spare Bike (if possible)
      • (Repeat checks as above)
    • Spare Wheels
      • Match cassette to primary wheelset
      • Install race-day tires / tire liners / sealant
    • Race Day Saddlebag
      • Two CO2 Cartridges
      • CO2 Inflator
      • Dynaplugs
  • Electronics
    • Charge Lezyne 1600XL Headlight (Unit A)
    • Charge Lezyne 1600XL Headlight (Unit B)
    • Charge Lezyne KTV Drive Taillight (Unit A)
    • Charge Lezyne KTV Drive Taillight (Unit B)
    • Charge Lezyne Zecto Drive Taillight (Unit A)
    • Charge Lezyne Zecto Drive Taillight (Unit B)
    • Charge Garmin Varia (Unit A)
    • Charge Garmin Varia (Unit B)
    • Charge Garmin inReach Mini 2
    • Charge Garmin inReach Messenger
    • Charge Shimano Di2 Battery (all bikes)
    • Replace Power Meter Batteries (L/R) (all bikes)
    • Replace Speed Sensor Battery (all bikes)
    • Replace HRM Battery
    • Replace Garmin Tempe Sensor Battery
    • Charge Garmin Edge 1040 Solar Battery
    • Charge Garmin Fenix 7X Sapphire Solar
    • Charge Powercore power supply (Unit A)
    • Charge Powercore power supply (Unit B)
    • Pack 3 Micro USB charging cables
    • Pack 3 USB-C charging cables
    • Install new batteries in race radios
  • Navigation
    • Finalize Route Sheet with Support Stops Identified and Numbered
    • Add Custom Cues to RWGPS Route and Cue Sheet
    • Print Cue Sheet and Navigation Aids for Support Crew
    • Print Top-Tube Cue Sheet & Tape
    • Load Route onto Garmin Edge 1040
    • Check Route on Garmin Edge 1040, specifically look at:
      • Course points
      • Elevation profile and climbs list
      • Total distance
    • Load Route onto Garmin Fenix 7X Sapphire Solar
  • Bike Tools & Maintenance:
    • Track Pump
    • Mini Pump
    • Tire Levers
    • Patch Kit / Dynaplugs
    • Spare Tubes
    • Spare Tires
    • Chain Lube
    • Multi-tool (with Allen keys)
    • Spare Brake Pads
    • Spare Chain
    • Quick Links
    • Cable Ties
    • Co2 Cartridges
    • Co2 Inflator
    • Tubeless Sealant
  • Clothing & Protective Gear:
    • Cycling Jerseys/Shorts/Aerosuits (multiple pairs)
    • Base Layers
    • Arm Warmers/Leg Warmers
    • Rain Jacket/Windbreaker
    • Cycling Shoes
    • Spare Cleats
    • Cycling Socks (multiple pairs)
    • Cycling Gloves (including a spare pair)
    • Helmet
    • Sunglasses
    • High Visibility Vest/Reflective Strips for Night Cycling
  • Nutrition & Hydration:
    • Energy Gels/Bars
    • Electrolyte Mix
    • Recovery Shake Mix
    • Pre-Race Meals (ensure hotel has refrigeration if needed)
  • Miscellaneous:
    • Travel Arrangements Confirmation
    • Hotel Booking Confirmation
    • Race Entry Confirmation/ID
    • Detailed Race Route and Support Crew Plan
    • Cash and Cards
    • First Aid Kit, incl. Tegaderm
    • Door signs

During the Race

  • Nutrition & Hydration:
    • Water Bottles/Hydration Packs
    • Portable Snacks (nuts, fruit, sandwiches, etc.)
    • Electrolyte Tablets
    • Energy Gels/Bars
    • Detailed Nutrition/Hydration Plan
  • Core Temperature Management
    • Nylon Stockings for Preparation of “Ice Socks”
    • Ice Cubes
  • Clothing & Protective Gear:
    • Spare Clothing for Changing Conditions
    • Night-time Visibility Equipment
    • Spare Contact Lenses
  • Tools & Spares:
    • All items from the ‘Bike Tools & Maintenance’ section above
  • Tech & Communication:
    • Fully Charged Phone
    • Power Bank/Battery Pack (multiple of these)
    • GPS/Navigation Device
    • Headlights/Taillights (with multiple back-up sets)
    • Predefined Communication Plan with Support Crew
  • Recovery:
    • Massage Tools (Foam roller, massage gun)
    • Compression Clothing

After the Race

  • Recovery:
    • Recovery Snacks/Drinks
    • Comfortable Clothing
    • Foam Roller/Massage Gun
  • Celebration:
    • Change of Casual Clothes
    • Camera/Phone for Photos
  • Miscellaneous:
    • Bag for Dirty Clothes
    • Plastic Bags for Wet Clothing/Gear

General Items for Support Crew

  • Crew Supplies:
    • Detailed Map and Race Information
    • Contact Numbers and Emergency Contacts
    • Cooler Box for Drinks/Food
    • Ice
    • Water
    • Vehicle (fuelled and checked)
    • Spare Vehicle Keys
    • Flashlights/Headlamps
    • Blankets
    • Chairs and Table
    • Camping Gear if required (Tent, sleeping bag, etc.)
    • Portable Camp Toilet (with privacy screen/skirt)
    • Weather Gear (Umbrella, Sunscreen, Raincoat, etc.)
    • Food for Crew Members (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snacks, etc.)
    • Satellite Communicator(s) (with charging cables)
    • Two-Way Radios (with extra batteries)