Quote Originally Posted by aicabsolut View Post
Still, for an early race especially but for racing in general, it's very important to have something you're used to for dinner the night before.
Just want to reiterate this.
A goos meal the night before sets you up for the following day.
When its an important-to-me event, I actually am cautious/careful about everything I eat for the whole day preceding the event.

Nothing spicy or food that will effect my gut (like onions or mushrooms)
Minimal fat and sugar
Plenty of protein and carbs (so if its pasta, I have no sauce with it... if i have meat, I have no sauces or gravies)