Abu Dhabi International Triathlon
Preparation Checklist

Hello Athletes,

We hope your preparation for the big day is going well and you are all in full training.  In the past years we have helped hundreds of Triathlete’s participating in the Abu Dhabi International Triathlon and we wanted to give you some tips and advice to prepare your bike for travelling to the UAE.  

Our Team at Wolfi’s Bike Shop will be available from Wednesday onwards in Abu Dhabi but good preparation will make your travels, and all our lives easier and more pleasant. You can enjoy your travels, and concentrate on the race.

If you have done these things, you and your bike should be prepared for your journey to Abu Dhabi.
 
Looking forward to seeing you soon.
 
Train Smart,


Wolfi and the Gang

4 weeks to go

Start early enough with your preparations gives you enough time to make adjustments, and to avoid last minute surprises.  

1. Get your bike serviced/checked/cleaned completely around 4 weeks before your event in your Local Bike Shop (or do it yourself if you have the skills.)
2. Order, buy or borrow your Bike Case. These can take time to get, so don't wait until the last minute. There is some information here about cases and packing in downloadable PDF format. It is from a German magazine, but there is good information available there.
3. If necessary, arrange a booking with your destination bike shop for reassembly and tuning of your bike, and order spare components specific to your frame. (A list follows this checklist.)
4. Check your seat post and headset bearings, aerobar armrests, aerobar clamps, and other bolts and fasteners are still in good condition. Especially watch for corrosion from sweat, and parts bonding to the frame from corrosion.
5. Check the chain for wear with a chain measuring device – it is a good time to put on a new chain to make sure that the bike works well.
6. Check your tyres for cuts and wear - if needed replace them. 
7. Make sure you have used your supplements in training before race day to avoid an upset stomach on race day.

2 weeks to go

1. Disassemble, pack, and reassemble your bike in its case or box. This ensures confidence in the procedure, and that you are not missing any tools or vital parts. Be sure to take photos of your setup, and measurements of your position. Mark saddle height and bar position before disassembly. These videos have good information regarding packing methods.        English            German
2. Ensure any spare parts ordered in Week 4 preparations have arrived and are packed and ready.
3. Do long ride shakedown of your bike for any mechanical issues following the packing and reassembly process. If you have issues, have your LBS explain what, why, and how to avoid them on your trip.

1 week to go

Final Check and Pack 

1. Do your bike's final race check in your Local Bike Shop (or do it yourself if you have the skills.)
2. Do a final check for spare components listed after this checklist, and confirm your booking at the destination bike shop if needed.
3. Do your final ride before packing.
4. Check your tyres for cuts and wear - if needed replace them. 
5. Pack your bike, tools, and spare components.
6. Enjoy your trip. Maintain your nutrition and sleep habits as much as possible while traveling.

Parts and tools List

1. A full set of Allen Keys (1.5mm, 2mm, 2.5mm, 3mm, 4mm, 5mm, 6mm, 8mm, and 10mm)
2. Pedal Spanner to match your pedals needs.
3. A set of 4 screwdrivers (#2 Phillips, #1 Phillips, 2.5mm Flathead, 4mm Flathead)
4. Chain tool which fits your chain.
5. Torque Wrench (4-25Nm)
6. Tire Levers, Patch Kits, Pump, CO2 inflators, CO2 Cartridges (may need to be sourced at destination.)
7. Spare Zip Ties of various sizes
8. Side cutter pliers

1. Derailleur Hanger
2. Seatpost (always good, but vital if it's an aero frame)
3. Seatpost Frame Clamp
4. Seatpost Binder Clamp