Well, it's really my second, but my first was 15 years ago when I was an Elite Swimmer.... Many years and pounds ago...
Anyway.. I have quite a few questions, mostly regarding gear I'll need:
Swimming:
- It's only 1/4 mile, so not much needed here. Just my goggles and suit, right?
Biking:
- Do I bike and run in my swim suit? Should I get a triathlon specific suit?
- Do you recommend I go out and buy biking shoes, or will my running shoes suffice?
- Do I need to wear socks?
- I have a hybrid Trek 7300FX bike. Does it make sense to get Aero Bars?
Running:
- This is definitely my weakest leg. My 243lbs. make it pretty hard on my legs, but my training has really done wonders. Two months ago I couldn't run over 2 min. without stopping. Now I'm up to 3 1/2 miles run/walk. I'm sure I won't be able to run all 3 miles
(pathetic, but true
), so I plan on walking to warm up, then running about 1 1/2 miles, and then walk/run to finish.
- Again, do I run with socks?
Nutrition:
- Other than water, do you recommend anything like Gel Packs?
- If so, where do triathletes carry their food? A bike pouch?
- Race it at 7AM. What would be a good breakfast before the race?
Others:
- Do I leave all the gear in the transition area?
- When should I apply suntan lotion? Before the swim?
I apolozie for the many stupid questions and thank you in advance!!!
Jose.