Back to School 1st Period: Race Director 101

This is the first class in our Back to School series reviewing the key content and updates from the last year before you dive into the busy fall race season. This class covers the crucial RunSignup knowledge you need to set up…

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How Much Should I Charge For My Race?

Every race director wants to know the magic price that strikes the perfect balance between participation and revenue. Unfortunately, there is no simple formula that tells you what your race should cost. And, with rising prices over the last few years, the…

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How Much Does RunSignup Cost?

If there’s one question we get more than any other, it’s “how much does RunSignup cost?” The simple (and accurate) answer is: RunSignup is free for all races! But as a company that values transparency, we’ll take a minute to break down…

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Guest Post – What Timing Technology is Right for Your Race

This is a Guest Blog from our friend Tony Sapp of Negative Split Productions. Accurate race timing is fundamental to the success of any event, ranging from small community fun runs to large-scale marathons and ultra-endurance challenges. With technological advancements, race directors…

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2024 Top 100 Largest Races

We assembled a preliminary list of the 2024 top 100 largest races that were timed. We have been accumulating this list for a couple of years (see 2018, 2019, 2022, and 2023). A few notes: 2024 Top 100 Largest Races List Large…

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Building a Professional Website with RunSignup

Growing up we probably all heard the old axiom “don’t judge a book by its cover.” It’s sage advice, but even the most open-minded can be swayed by looks. That’s especially true in the case of websites.  Research found that half of…

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Why Small Races Need A Timer

In the world of small races, some may consider hiring a timer something of a luxury. A thing you do when you’re well-funded and well-attended. In some ways that line of thinking is understandable. But, in actuality, the truth is a bit…

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Getting Merchandise for Your Race

Endurance events tend to hold a special place for people. Whether it was a bucket-list item like running a marathon, or having a fun day with friends and family at a 5k, holding on to those memories is important for a lot…

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