Lists are LIFESAVERS – especially when it comes to travel. My mommy-brain is constantly functioning on overload so I rely heavily on lists to make sure I don’t leave anything – or anyone – behind.

I’m headed to Washington D.C. to run the Ragnar Relay Series in the Ultimate Mother Runner Show Down with the lovely ladies from AnotherMotherRunner.com. It’s packing time so I’ve compiled the Ultimate Ragnar Relay Packing List to make sure this Marathon TravelingMom will be at the start-line ready to go!

The Ultimate Ragnar Relay Packing List

Personal Items

• Drivers license
• Credit or debit cards
• Cash
• Health insurance cards
• Auto insurance cards
• Rental Van/Hotel confirmation information
• Race registration confirmation

Race & Recovery Clothes

• Running shoes
• Shoe inserts
• Recovery shoes/flip-flops
• 3 Running bras
• 3 Running bottoms
• 3 Pairs of running socks
• Sweat/Yoga pants
• Long sleeve shirts
• Compression/recovery clothes
• Jacket
• Rain gear
• Hat
• Gloves

Regular/Travel Clothes

• Underwear, bras & socks
• Jeans
• Shirts
• Pajamas
• Shower shoes/Flip-flops
• Shoes

Toiletries

• Soap
• Shampoo
• Conditioner
• Toothbrush
• Toothpaste
• Lotion
• Deodorant
• Brush/comb
• Hair elastics and clips
• Headbands
• Hair cream
• Scarf
• Shower cap
• Safety pins
• Contacts & case
• Contact solution
• Glasses
• Make up bag
• Feminine products
• Nail clipper & razor
• Vaseline
• Chafing cream/spray
• Waterproof sunscreen
• Lip balm/protector
• Bug spray
• Sneaker balls
• Dryer sheets
• Travel laundry detergent
• Towel & wash cloths

Medicine

• Personal medicine
• Allergy medicine
• First-Aid Kit – w/band-aids, ointment, etc.
• Ice Packs
• Vitamins
• Ibuprofen/Pain reliever
• Antacids
• Motion sickness relief
• Muscle relief cream

Van Stuff

• Ragnar Race Bible
• Race legs w/directions
• Team contact names, numbers, emergency info
• Note pad
• Sharpies
• Masking/Duct tape
• Scissors
• Umbrella
• Flashlight
• Blankets
• Travel pillow
• Sleeping bag
• Eye mask
• Ear plugs
• Sleep pad
• Folding travel chair
• Cooler(s)
• Small bag/backpack
• Garbage bag/plastic bags
• Ziplock bags
• Paper towels
• Toilet paper
• Napkins
• Plastic-ware
• Air freshener
• Hand sanitizer
• Wipes
• More wipes
• Towels
• Decorations for the van

Race & Cheer Gear

• GPS watch
• GPS charger
• Fuel belt/Race belt
• Water bottle(s)
• iPod/MP3 player
• Sunglasses
• Headlamp
• Reflective vest
• Flashing lights
• Mace
• Running ID
• Roller/Stick
• Costume stuff
• Cowbells/Noisemakers
• Sidewalk chalk

Entertainment & Tech Stuff

• Waterproof camera
• iPad/MP3 players
• Hot spot
• Cords & chargers
• Car charger
• Batteries
• Magazines

Food & Fuel

• Race fuel – gels, bars, etc.
• Pre-race food
• Post-race food
• Race drinks
• Van snacks
• Water & other drinks

Until next time …