Why Races Use RaceJoy
RaceJoy gives every race a big-race tracking experience. Spectators follow runners live, participants hear cheers on course, and race directors see everyone on a backend dashboard.
Every Participant on the Map
With predictive tracking, runners show up on the live map whether or not they carry a phone, using chip reads or photo reads, start times, and estimated pace.
More Ways to Track
Track by phone GPS, chip reads from RaceDay Scoring, or photo-based timing points captured with the free RaceDay Mobile app.
Safer Race Days
SOS alerts send a participant’s message and location to organizers, and off-course alerts help keep runners on route.
Available Through Your Timer
RaceJoy is offered by RaceJoy Certified Timers, and events using RunSignup registration receive a substantial discount.
Key Features of RaceJoy
- GPS phone tracking for participants who opt in and carry their phone
- Chip-timed tracking streamed live from RaceDay Scoring at every timing point
- Predictive Pace places every runner on the map, even without a phone
- Photo-based tracking points add checkpoints anywhere with just a phone or tablet
Relay Team Tracking Built for Every Leg
RaceJoy is built for the way relay teams actually race. Runners, van crews and fans can follow every leg live, get alerts at each exchange, and keep the whole team connected from start to finish.
Leg-By-Leg Tracking
Assign team members to legs before race day, change them anytime, and start each leg with Start My Leg
Alerts at Every Exchange
Teammates get progress alerts at exchange points and along the course, powered by phone GPS or chip reads from RaceDay Scoring.
The Whole Team on the Map
See teammates and the team van on the live map, plus leg and overall team performance.
Cheers and Check-Ins
Send cheers to the runner on course, and use manual exchange check-ins for legs without phone tracking.
For Timers
See every team’s status at a glance on the relay progress board, and add chip-timed alerts at exchange point from RaceDay Scoring.
For Race Directors
Monitor teams and exchange points on the organizer map dashboard, with off-course alerts and route replay to verify every leg.
The Buck Fifty & Ville to Ville Craft Brew Relay
Two endurance relays, the 150-mile Buck Fifty in Ohio and the 73-mile Ville to Ville in the Carolinas, ran RaceJoy live tracking and cheers on the same weekend.
- Cheers Sent: 10,000+ in one weekend
- Team Alerts: Every 5 miles and at each exchange
- Safety: Off-course alerts on both courses
More Ways to Use RaceJoy
Beyond live tracking, RaceJoy gives race directors and timers tools for planning, verifying and growing their events.
Relay & Team Leaderboards
Show live progress for relay teams, team competitions and individuals.
Route Replay
Replay a participant’s route to verify the course after the race.
Race-Day Monitoring Dashoard
Timers watch progress across the course in real time.
In-App News Alerts
Push announcements to participants and spectators.
Virtual & Challenge Events
GPS tracking, cheers and mile alerts without timing equipment.
Privacy Built In
GPS tracking is opt-in and turns off when participants leave the race area.
Works with Every Event Type
Runs and walks, relays, triathlons, cycling and gravel, trail and ultra, open water, paddle, kayak and snowshoe events.
How it Works: Add RaceJoy to Your Race
1. Find a RaceJoy Certified Timer
Race directors use Timer Search to find a timer certified in RaceJoy.
2. Build the Course Map
Your timer builds the map with mile markers, water stops, cheer zones and sponsor locations.
3. Track Every Participant (Optional)
Upgrade beyond GPS tracking with chip or photo timing points, so all participants show up on the map without carrying a phone.
4. Invite Participants & Spectators
Share the free RaceJoy app from the App Store or Google Play so families can follow along.
5. Go Live on Race Day
Alerts, cheers and live tracking run automatically as participants move through the course.
Offer RaceJoy to Your Races
RaceJoy helps timers add value and elevate the race experience. Certification is free, and Advanced RaceJoy Certified Timers can offer Predictive Pace tracking.
- Free certification: Self-paced videos, no charge
- Chip-timed alerts: Stream chip reads from RaceDay Scoring to power alerts and Predictive Pace
- Photo tracking points: Add checkpoints with a phone or tablet, no extra hardware
- Sponsor revenue: Package RaceJoy as a sponsor asset races can sell
Trusted on Race Day by Spectators Everywhere
From local 5Ks to marathons, RaceJoy keep friends and family connected to every runners.
5.4 Million+
Progress alerts issued in RaceJoy in 2025
855,000+
Cheers sent through RaceJoy in 2025
3 Million+
RaceJoy app downloads since inception
Missoula Marathon – Competitive Timing
Certified timer Matthew Smeltzer of Competitive Timing ran the first live deployment of RaceJoy Predictive Pace at the 2025 Missoula Marathon.
- Tracking: Predictive Pace with chip reads
- Coverage: Every participant on the map, with or without a phone
- Timer: RaceJoy Advanced Certified
RaceJoy Videos and Support
Watch RaceJoy in action, find setup guides, and see how it connects to the rest of your race day tools.
RaceJoy Advanced Participant Tracking
Timers, Offer RaceJoy’s Advanced Features
Predictive Pace for Timers
Set Up Predictive Tracking
RaceJoy Certified Timer Resources
Chip Timing Setup
Add a Course Map to Your Website
Track With Photos
Track Relay Teams
Bring RaceJoy to Your Next Race
Race directors, ask your timer about RaceJoy. Timers, get certified for free and offer live tracking to every race you time.
FAQ: All About RaceJoy
How do I get RaceJoy for my race?
Do participants need to carry a phone to be tracked?
What does RaceJoy cost?
What is Predictive Pace?
Can photo-based timing points feed RaceJoy?
How do SOS alerts work?
Is GPS tracking private?
Does RaceJoy work for relay races?
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