It is easier to relax once you get to your race destination. Some for obvious reasons. The drive is over. No need to worry about flats or breakdowns in some backwoods area. Also during the trip everything is on hold. Everything is packed away.
Now that we are in the race city the action can begin. Really two main decisions at this point. What did I forget and how am I going to adjust. I come to accept that for all the racing there will be times when I forget something. In most cases anything forgotten can be purchased. Unless I forget my bike. Not sure what I would do if I for got that.
Once over the trauma of forgetting something it is on to the next steps. Usually orienting myself. Just the basics, Food, shelter. After the basics on to more race specific stuff. Athlete check in, race bags organize gear. Recheck everything, go over the race plan, make sure everything is coordinated.
Also, have to get the last minute work outs into.
Funny how driving can feel like standing still and being one place feel like moving.
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