Hello from Canberra, Australia

After lurking around for a while - and soaking up all the tips... I thought I should say a proper Hello!!! I am brand new to triathlons and have signed up for the Canberra HIM in December this year. I've been running mara's and 1/2's for the past 3 years and thought adding a couple extra things before the run would be a good idea ..... (totally wasn't thinking straight!!!) I am not out to break any records, merely to complete, survive and do it all again another time.
So far the ins and outs of tri-cycling has been my biggest concern and the bruises on my body from the switch to cleats is a testament to the tribulations.... will post pics soon to give everyone a good laugh!
Anyhoo will post some questions.. along the cycling threads but if anyone has any must haves or bruise treatment ideas that would be great!
Cheers
TJ