Regatta Day Checklist
Gear Bag
| Item | ✓ |
|---|---|
| Unisuit | ☐ |
| Warm layers (it’s cold on the water at dawn) | ☐ |
| Athletic shoes (for warm-up) | ☐ |
| Sunscreen | ☐ |
| Hat/visor | ☐ |
| Water bottle (large) | ☐ |
| Sunglasses | ☐ |
| Change of dry clothes | ☐ |
| Rain jacket | ☐ |
Nutrition
| Item | ✓ |
|---|---|
| Breakfast 3+ hours before first race | ☐ |
| Snacks for between races (bananas, bars, sandwiches) | ☐ |
| Lots of water | ☐ |
| Recovery food for after racing | ☐ |
Regattas are all-day events. Your kid might race 2-3 times. Pack like you're going to a picnic that involves suffering.