I had one gel in the race and some water. Loads of people with candy handing it out watching but nobody slim I saw took any I had veggie sausages and mashed potato for dinner the night before (and to be fair, it was bloody lovely) and then breakfast was oatmeal, and two bananas and a cup of coffee, with half a liter of water Also, YES on the absurd clothing. I saw so many hams wearing obviously brand spanking new running gear. What morons, you get and break in all your gear at least two months before any long race. I mean fuck, my running shoes fit that well and are that comfortable, I forgot to put socks on for yesterday and my feet felt fine. I was wearing an old vest I've had for a few years that is comfy AF, and tights. I looked totally unfashionable but I do not care, I was comfy and feel like I flew round the course.