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NYCross

191 posts since
Dec 14, 2007

15. Aug 29, 2007 3:16 PM

in response to: jaektaylor042

Re: Sick of Race T-Shirts - what would be better

What's wrong with a race skewed toward more experienced runners instead of new runners? There are hundreds of races that are new runner friendly. Having one that included things that make experienced runners happy (like not having to pay a lot of money for extraneous stuff like race shirts) wouldn't ruin life for the joggers.

mrinertia

1,356 posts since
Dec 14, 2007

16. Aug 29, 2007 3:20 PM

in response to: jaektaylor042

Re: Sick of Race T-Shirts - what would be better

quote:<HR>Originally posted by NYCross:
What's wrong with a race skewed toward more experienced runners instead of new runners? There are hundreds of races that are new runner friendly. Having one that included things that make experienced runners happy (like not having to pay a lot of money for extraneous stuff like race shirts) wouldn't ruin life for the joggers.<HR>

Absolutely nothing's wrong with it. It'll just shrink participation, that's all.

jaektaylor042

47 posts since
Nov 2, 2006

17. Aug 29, 2007 4:01 PM

in response to: jaektaylor042

Re: Sick of Race T-Shirts - what would be better

quote:<HR>Originally posted by mrinertia:
Absolutely nothing's wrong with it. It'll just shrink participation, that's all.

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Exactly - cuts the numbers.

AND

Locally we have several races skewed toward more experienced runners. There is free race series - club provides timing - no chip, just old-fashioned timing, you provide everything else, no fee, no t-shirts. Lots of fun, but small turn out.

heakthyrunner

61 posts since
Jun 1, 2006

18. Aug 29, 2007 4:21 PM

in response to: jaektaylor042

Re: Sick of Race T-Shirts - what would be better

I have only been running for a little over a year and I finally through out some of my most worn out tshirts. At first it was a must have item for me but some have better designs that others, espcially with all the sponsers logos on the back.I would have to vote for the gloves though, it has to cost less than a tee, or a knit hat would be an alternative.
And the no frills races are cool too, forget the tshirts give me some stocked up snacks at the end or goo on the course

trailrnrHeather

19 posts since
May 13, 2007

19. Aug 29, 2007 8:45 PM

in response to: jaektaylor042

Re: Sick of Race T-Shirts - what would be better

more often than not, I tell races to keep their shirts.

I liek the idea of more/better food.
humnn -- a picture frame?
I also like the little towels... they're great for wiping my feet off at the pool or at a triathlon..

I suspect the race organizers prefer NOT to skew towards exprerienced folks b/c in cutting numbers the return on holding the race goes way down - financially speaking...

JeanK

64 posts since
Mar 9, 2007

20. Aug 30, 2007 10:39 PM

in response to: jaektaylor042

Re: Sick of Race T-Shirts - what would be better

what about something to put on your car - decal, magnet, license plate frame? May not be practical, but different...
-Jean K

jrich7970

238 posts since
Oct 1, 2007

21. Aug 31, 2007 6:22 AM

in response to: jaektaylor042

Re: Sick of Race T-Shirts - what would be better

Our club gave out tanks this year.

One year they gave out towels. People seemed to like that.

RunAsics

279 posts since
Dec 11, 2007

22. Dec 25, 2007 8:37 AM

in response to: jaektaylor042

Re: Sick of Race T-Shirts - what would be better

quote:<HR>Originally posted by RRainey:

Another race in italy ( Ok I happen to like the place!) 3 bottles of wine

http://This message has been edited by RRainey (edited Aug-29-2007).<HR>

Screw the potted plant... bring on the wine every time...

Aside from long and short sleeved t-shirst (both cotton and tech) I've gotten the following:

- water bottles
- beanie
- gloves
- wind vest
- logo'ed small towel
- kit backpack
- baseball cap

The coolest was the backpack but I've used the gloves so many times that I'd consider them the best affordable goody.

MGinNYC

198 posts since
Jan 18, 2005

23. Aug 31, 2007 2:26 PM

in response to: jaektaylor042

Re: Sick of Race T-Shirts - what would be better

The vast majority of NYRRC give-aways are t-shirts. However, also appreciated were:
‒ wrist wallets
‒ sweatshirts
‒ buffs (VERY popular in the winter)
‒ gloves
‒ belt pouches
‒ string backpacks

NotChris

1 posts since
Sep 1, 2007

24. Sep 1, 2007 8:22 PM

in response to: jaektaylor042

Re: Sick of Race T-Shirts - what would be better

How about making a statement for peace in the world with a different type of race - the human race? I have come up with a design to try to promote world peace by making a statement that every person is part of the one human race. Please visit my site and think about giving the stunning shirts being sold on that site. www.oneracehuman.info[/URL" target="_blank">

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huskydon

316 posts since
Oct 19, 2007

25. Sep 1, 2007 8:29 PM

in response to: jaektaylor042

Re: Sick of Race T-Shirts - what would be better

How about a coolmax visor or coolmax socks? Those I can use. I like technical t-shirts and the idea about a free download of race pictures (even though I look so dorky most of the time). A reduced race fee or gift certificate to a running store are good ideas too.

hr440

25 posts since
Dec 14, 2007

26. Sep 2, 2007 6:24 PM

in response to: jaektaylor042

Re: Sick of Race T-Shirts - what would be better

First of all, THANKS for realizing that the t-shirts are not exactly desired by almost everyone.

How about one of the following:

wrist ID's (everyone knows they should run with them, but don't)

the pix at the end or during the run that someone suggested is a great idea

microfiber shirt, but probably too expensive

microfiber hat

running CD

DVD to an inspirational post, like to Jim McLaren

jonathanCSU

32 posts since
Apr 20, 2003

27. Sep 2, 2007 6:40 PM

in response to: jaektaylor042

Re: Sick of Race T-Shirts - what would be better

I am also sick and tired of the same old cotton shirts with a zillion logos on em but I am NOT sick of getting really good running t's or singlets that are coolmax/mesh. There are a few races with excellent shirts and honestly those are the ones where I don't feel the entry fees are sky high.

Any really good running gear (socks, mesh/lite headband) etc.....

nocknee

128 posts since
Dec 14, 2007

28. Sep 3, 2007 8:44 AM

in response to: jaektaylor042

Re: Sick of Race T-Shirts - what would be better

quote:<HR>Originally posted by mrinertia:
[b] How about nothing and using the extra $ to lower enterance fees and/or better/more food at the end of the race? I don't know how the general population would hamdle that, but I'd go for it.

[/b]<HR>

I hear this sentiment a lot and I agree. Who runs for stuff anymore? I have too much of it already. Finish line photo is not a bad idea; or how about optional technical shirt and/or first-time finishers tee?

slowdog062

2 posts since
Jan 31, 2001

29. Sep 7, 2007 8:18 PM

in response to: jaektaylor042

Re: Sick of Race T-Shirts - what would be better

I have gotten a clip on, red blinky light with a company logo on it. It was passed out at some outdoor event I went to. I use it running and for riding. I like the socks and gloves also. I think the best is giving each runner an option.

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