These are the things I constantly have to remember to pack - you may have others.  My greatest challenge is remembering this stuff when I travel away from home for a long race.

• Running Clothes

  • short/tights (I pack both since I can never seem to get the weather right)

  • socks (more than one pair)

  • singlet/shirt (short sleeve/long sleeve) - see previous note about the weather

  • sports bra(s) [delete as necessary]

  • running shoes

  • Throw away t-shirt/sweatshirt (you can pick these up at goodwill)

  • old socks or gloves (throwaway)

  • cheap rain poncho that you can throw away (get at Walmart)

  • running jacket

• Race Essentials

  • body glide/runners lube

  • water bottle

  • fanny pack/ camel back

  • blister blockers (in the foot care aisle)

  • Power Gel/Gu/Cliff Shots/Carb Boom (or buy these at the expo)

  • granola bars/power bars

  • advil/aleve

  • sunscreen

  • oneshot camera (don't get one in a cardboard cover - it will fall apart with sweat)

  • safety pins (at least two)

  • Race Bib Holder

  • Hat

  • pony tail holder

  • sunglasses

  • Kleenex in fanny pack

  • prescription medications (inhaler)

  • toe nail clippers

  • Bottle of Gatorade/Powerade to carry during the race

• Race Morning Essentials

  • Granola bars

  • Bananas

• Post Race Bag

  • extra socks

  • teva sandals

  • blister treatment stuff (moleskin, bandaids, neosporin)

  • complete change of clothing

  • jacket/sweatshirt

  • Balmex/Desitin/Aquaphor (for treating chaffing)

  • The Stick - to massage sore muscles

• Weather

  • Check the weather 2/3 time right before you trip, including the day you leave

• Travel Arrangements

  • plane tickets

  • rental car confirmed

  • hotel confirmed

  • Money/travelers checks/credit cards

• Other Misc. Stuff not to forget

  • non-race clothing (jeans, non-running shoes)

  • swim suit (hot tub!!!)

  • Make up bag (as applicable)

  • comfortable shoes (for walking at the Expo)

  • non-race fanny pack for carrying money and ID

  • Buy a bottle of Gatorade/powerade to drink the day before the race/during race

  • Leave contact information for family and pet sitter (as appropriate)

  • cell phone charger & cell phone