Subject: RE: Pre-race warm-up and racing in the rain I would just do a short warmup swim to get used to the water. I won't worry trying about do anything on the bike. Depending on the size of the TRI or the rules, it may be difficult to even get a bike ride in before the race. The swim and the run in to T1 is enough to get ready for the bike. It is going to be a long time before you get to the run so I wouldn't bother to warm up. You will be plenty warmed up after the riding the bike. You still have to adjust to running off the bike anyway then so no amount of warmup earlier will help.
As to what to watch out for when riding in the Rain:
Braking will be longer so allow more distance
Take it a little easier when cornering, your tire will have a little less grip
Watch out for painted surfaces on the, they are very slippery when wet.
Watchout at railroad crossing, the rails will be slippery, so be careful crossing a an angle other then 90 deg.
Avoid puddles if possible, may hide a large pothole that could end your day.
Most import is to enjoy yourself inspite of the weather. Keeping a positive attidude helps
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