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Bluetooth Timing

Bluetooth Timing

Is Bluetooth a viable alternative to RFID for automated mass timing of races at a fraction of the cost? We hear from Bluetooth timing pioneer Jean-Louis Lafayeedney.

Trail Race Safety

Trail Race Safety

In the wake of the Huanghe Shilin Mountain Marathon tragedy, race director, first aider and former Chair of the UK Trail Running Association, Lindley Chambers, discusses making trail races safer.

How to Market Your Race in 2021

How to Market Your Race in 2021

Big Run Media's Thomas Neuberger talks Facebook ads, Instagram, Strava clubs and more for marketing your race.

Trees not Tees: A Green Alternative to Race Swag

Trees not Tees: A Green Alternative to Race Swag

Chris Zair walks us through how Trees not Tees is helping reduce waste in endurance events by swapping swag for planting trees.

Race Cancellation Insurance in the Age of Pandemics

Race Cancellation Insurance in the Age of Pandemics

Insurance veteran Nathan Nicholas talks pandemics, race cancellation insurance and the merits of insuring your virtual race.