What you need for a keirin race

A keirin race needs more than a motor-paced bike and racing bikes. You also need clear track markings, barriers, cones, helmets, repair supplies and a reliable setup for officials and spectators. Plan seating, tables, waste bins and shelter separately from the race equipment. Check power and sound equipment before race day, and bring spare tubes, chains and pumps so a small mechanical problem does not stop the programme.

What to bring

Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.

Furniture

  • Party tentsqty 3
  • Foldable tablesqty 10
  • Chairsqty 180
  • Judges' tableqty 2
  • High tablesqty 8
  • Waste binsqty 12

Sports equipment

  • Lane barriersqty 40
  • Crowd barriersqty 60
  • Conesqty 30
  • Course tapeqty 8
  • Bib numbersqty 40
  • Race numbersqty 40
  • Cycling helmetsqty 40
  • Keirin track markings
  • Motor-paced bike
  • Spare road bikesqty 2
  • Bike pumpsqty 4
  • Bicycle standsqty 12
  • Tool casesqty 2
  • Spare inner tubesqty 20
  • Spare bicycle chainsqty 4
  • Bottle holdersqty 20
  • Stop signsqty 6
  • Warning flagsqty 8
  • Reflective vestsqty 20
  • Rain coversqty 20
  • First aid kitsqty 2
  • Ice packsqty 12
  • Emergency blanketsqty 12
  • Neck bracesqty 2
  • Athletic tapeqty 8
  • Cable tiesqty 200
  • Gaffer tapeqty 8
  • Measuring tapesqty 3
  • Spirit levelsqty 2

Equipment

  • Sound system
  • Microphonesqty 3
  • Microphone standsqty 2
  • Speakersqty 4
  • Extension cordsqty 8
  • Power stripsqty 6
  • Laptopqty 2
  • Tabletsqty 3
  • Walkie-talkiesqty 12
  • Digital stopwatchqty 4
  • Printer
  • Power banksqty 8
  • Cable reelsqty 4
  • Laptop chargersqty 4
  • Label printer

Lighting

  • Work lightsqty 6
  • String lightsqty 6
  • Battery lanternsqty 8

Tableware

  • Reusable cupsqty 250
  • Coffee cupsqty 80
  • Platesqty 180
  • Cutlery setsqty 180
  • Serving plattersqty 20
  • Pouring jugsqty 12

Kitchen

  • Coffee machinesqty 3
  • Kettlesqty 3
  • Coolersqty 8
  • Thermos flasksqty 8
  • Cutting boardsqty 4
  • Chef’s knives and bread knivesqty 6
  • Serving spoonsqty 8
  • Ice packsqty 30

Decorations

  • Competition bannersqty 8
  • Start and finish bannersqty 2
  • Directional signsqty 12
  • Stage sign
  • Tableclothsqty 10
  • Participant signsqty 40
  • Directional signsqty 20
  • Wristbandsqty 250
  • Medal holdersqty 3
  • Winner's cupsqty 3
  • Medalsqty 3
  • Certificatesqty 10

Catering

  • Groceries
    • Coffee - 6 packs
    • Tea - 4 boxes
    • Sugar - 2 kilograms
    • Milk - 12 liters
    • Oat milk - 6 liters
    • Lemon - 12 pieces
    • Still mineral water - 120 bottles
    • Sparkling mineral water - 60 bottles
    • Cola - 24 bottles
    • Coke Zero - 24 bottles
    • Sinas - 18 bottles
    • Lemonade - 18 bottles
    • Isotonic sports drink - 48 bottles
    • Alcohol-free beer - 48 cans
    • Beer - 96 cans
    • White wine - 12 bottles
    • Red wine - 6 bottles
    • Alcohol-free wine - 6 bottles
    • Bubbles - 6 bottles
    • Apple juice - 12 cartons
    • Orange juice - 12 cartons
    • Apples - 60 pieces
    • Bananas - 60 pieces
    • Grapes - 8 kilograms
    • Cucumbers - 12 pieces
    • Cherry tomatoes - 6 kilograms
    • Carrots - 5 kilograms
    • Paprika chips - 12 bags
    • Plain chips - 12 bags
    • Tortilla chips - 10 bags
    • Salted peanuts - 6 bags
    • Savory nuts - 6 bags
    • Olives - 8 jars
    • Hummus - 12 tubs
    • Salsa - 8 jars
    • Mayonnaise - 4 bottles
    • Ketchup - 4 bottles
    • Mustard - 3 jars
    • Baguettes - 30 pieces
    • Mini rolls - 180 pieces
    • Whole wheat bread - 12 loaves
    • Wraps - 120 pieces
    • Unsalted butter - 2 kilograms
    • Cream cheese - 3 kilograms
    • Young cheese - 5 kilogram
    • Brie - 3 kilograms
    • Hummus wrap filling - 4 kilograms
    • Chicken breast slices - 4 kilograms
    • Smoked salmon - 2 kilogram
    • Egg - 60 pieces
    • Butter lettuce - 12 pieces
    • Arugula - 1 kilogram
    • Avocado - 30 pieces
    • Red onion - 3 kilogram
    • Pickles - 4 jars
    • Herb butter - 3 kilograms
    • Mini croissants - 180 pcs
    • Muffins - 150 pieces
    • Cookies - 8 packs
    • Brownies - 120 pieces
    • Coconut macaroons - 60 pieces
    • Salt - 1 kilogram
    • Pepper - 250 gram
    • Olive oil - 2 liters
    • Balsamic vinegar - 1 liter
    • Napkins - 500 pieces
    • Paper straws - 300 pieces
    • Aluminum foil - 2 rolls
    • Cling film - 2 rolls
    • Baking paper - 2 rolls
    • Paper towels - 12 rolls
    • Trash bags - 100 pieces
    • Hand soap - 6 bottles
    • Toilet paper - 48 rolls
    • All-purpose cleaner - 4 bottles
    • Dish soap - 4 bottles
    • Disinfectant wipes - 8 packs
    • Sponges - 12 pieces
    • Coffee filters - 3 packs
    • Ice cubes - 30 kilograms

Cleaning

  • Broom setsqty 4
  • Litter pickersqty 4
  • Mopsqty 4
  • Bucketsqty 6
  • Cleaning glovesqty 12
  • Waste binsqty 8

Tips

  • Prepare enough barriers and course tape to separate riders from spectators along the full course, with extra material for entrances and gaps. Use cones to make the route visible before riders arrive.
  • Bring one motor-paced bike for the race and check it before loading. Pack spare road bikes only if your plan requires them, and take pumps, tool cases, spare inner tubes and spare chains for same-day repairs.
  • Set aside cycling helmets, bib numbers and race numbers before the start list is final. Print or organise them in race order so late registration changes do not delay rider check-in.
  • Provide a judges’ table with chairs, a laptop or tablets, and the printed schedule. Add microphone stands and a sound system early enough to test the speakers and microphones before announcements begin.
  • Count extension cords and power strips against the number of powered devices, including the laptop, tablets and sound system. Keep cables away from the course and bring party tents or tables if officials and equipment need weather protection.

Frequently asked questions

What equipment do I need for a keirin race?
Plan for a motor-paced bike, race bikes, helmets, track markings, lane and crowd barriers, cones and course tape. You will also need repair equipment, race numbers, official tables and chairs, plus sound and power equipment.
How many spare inner tubes should I bring to a keirin race?
Bring at least two spare inner tubes for every race bike in use, plus a pump and a tool case. Add more if several races run back to back or riders bring different wheel sizes.
When should I prepare the keirin race shopping list?
Check the list at least 7 days before the race, then shop no later than 2 to 3 days beforehand. Reserve specialist equipment earlier if it must be borrowed or hired.
What should I bring for keirin race officials and spectators?
Provide a judges’ table, chairs, a laptop or tablets, the printed schedule, microphones, speakers and microphone stands. Add tables, waste bins and party tents according to the number of officials and spectators expected.

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