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4 Alternatives to Chip Timing

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4 Alternatives to Chip Timing

Need an alternative to chip timing for your race? We looked at the options and bring you the best for any type of race.

6 Things to Do When Not Putting on Races

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6 Things to Do When Not Putting on Races

Have you been forced to cancel or postpone your race? Here's a few things to do from home to prepare you for when things get back to normal.

13 Initiatives For a Greener Race

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13 Initiatives For a Greener Race

Are you keen on improving the eco credentials of your race and being good to the environment as well as your race participants? Check out top green tips!

Are You Making the Most of In-Kind Sponsorship?

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Are You Making the Most of In-Kind Sponsorship?

In-kind sponsorship is easier to get than cash sponsorship and often much more effective. Here's what you should look for and how to grow your sponsorship portfolio.

What To Do With Those Leftover Medals & T-Shirts

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What To Do With Those Leftover Medals & T-Shirts

Tired of throwing away unclaimed medals and T-shirts after a race? Hate waste? We do too - here's our top tips for cutting down on race waste.

A Guide to Live Race Tracking & Race Day Apps

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A Guide to Live Race Tracking & Race Day Apps

Races are reaping the benefits of live tracking with improved safety and increased social engagement. We look at the technologies making it possible.

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Race Photography: Know Your Options

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Race Photography: Know Your Options

Could your race photos be worth more to you if you gave them away for free? We look at emerging models of taking and distributing race photos

Race Director Certification Courses: Are They Worth It?

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Race Director Certification Courses: Are They Worth It?

Is a race director certification program right for you? We look at what's involved and whether it's worth the time, cost and effort.

Race Bibs: A Buyer's Guide

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Race Bibs: A Buyer's Guide

Whether it's a basic 5k race bib or a durable multi-sport bib you're looking for, here's everything you need to consider before buying.

Inflatable Race Arches: A Buyer's Guide

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Inflatable Race Arches: A Buyer's Guide

Industry veteran Mike Plant walks through the process of selecting an inflatable arch for your race and making sure you only get to buy one - the right one.

10 Tools to Supercharge Your Productivity

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10 Tools to Supercharge Your Productivity

From event management to document sharing and email marketing, here's our pick of top tools to boost your productivity

Deep Dive: Connect Race Day with RaceJoy

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Deep Dive: Connect Race Day with RaceJoy

Can technology change the way your participants and spectators experience race day? We look at RaceJoy's race day app and the many ways it can help transform your race.