Thursday, January 3, 2013

Goofy’s Challenge Packing List

With Goofy's Challenge only a few short days away (we are in the
single digits after all!), I decided it's time I make a packing list.
I haven't thought much about the race at all because it makes me
nervous and sick to my stomach. Not only have I not thought about the race as much as possible, I also have not planned my outfits for each race (totally NOT like me at all)!!

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Guess I need to get on the ball with that one. We ARE T minus 8 days and counting after all. (OK now I'm really sick!!)

Goofy's Challenge poses a bit of a challenge for me - no pun intended. Not only am I flying to this race, I also have to pack DOUBLE of everything - two races, two of each necessary item.

I made a packing list to help myself out and decided to share it! If you’ve run Goofy’s Challenge before and have any tips, hints ideas, etc, please leave a comment! Also, if you think of something I missed on my list, leave it in a comment below.

Clothing
• Running Shoes x 2 just in case it rains on the day of the Half
• Running Socks x 2 pair
• Race Shirts x 2 (long and short sleeve)
• Race Bottoms x 2
• Sports Bras x 2
• Throw Away Sweat Shirts/Bottoms x 2
• Sweaty Bands x 2
• Hats x 2 (Ball Cap, Winter Hat, Winter Ear Muffs, etc)
• Throw Away Gloves
• Compression Tights for Recovery

Race Essentials
• GU Gels
• Body Glide
• Breakfast Items x 2
• Garmin with charger
• iPhone Arm Case
• yurBuds
• Knee brace
• Extra safety pins for pinning on the bibs
• Atomic Balm/BioFreeze
• Tylenol
• SpiBelt
• Race Camera
• Ziplock Bags
• Sunglasses
• Hand Warmers (Hot Hands)
• Chapstick
• Foam Roller
• Tissue/Toilet Paper

Extras

•       Race Waivers
•       SLR Camera

I am praying it will not rain during either race. My IT band does not cooperate in the rain.

I hope I can fit everything I need plus "normal" clothes for the week in one suitcase! If not, I might have to borrow a corner of my
husband's luggage! :0)

Did I miss anything?

10 comments:

  1. Don't forget trash bags in case it rains....just for waiting in the corrals of course! Happy packing Karen and hope to meet you at the most magical place on earth!

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  2. I see a lot of people recommending cheap rain ponchos or garbage bags in case it rains (especially if it's raining while you are standing in the corrals). I really hope it stays dry for you guys!!

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  3. I haven't even started thinking about my outfits or what to pack. So SO nervous!

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  4. Thank you sooooo much for this list Karen! I just printed it out to make sure I don't forget anything :)

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  5. Agree about the trash bags. It used to seem like there was always someone giving away the plastic ponchos at race expos. I haven't seen them in a long time, though. Someplace like Target or Kmart might have them if you don't like the Hefty bag look.
    Assuming you'll be not only doing the races, but a lot of other walking around the parks...perhaps band-aids? One never knows when a blister might decide to visit.

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  6. Thanks for the list Karen - reminded me of a couple things I missed on my own list!

    Good luck on the Goofy!

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  7. Was doing a search for ideas of what to pack and found your page. I'm doing Goofy this year as well - just wanted to say good luck to you!

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