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The Definitive Race Director Checklist (+ Free Checklist Template)

Read our detailed race director checklist, and download your own copy to help you and your team keep on top of your race planning.

The Definitive Race Director Checklist (+ Free Checklist Template)
How to Write a Race Budget

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How to Write a Race Budget

Read our guide for writing a solid budget plan for your race, and build your own race budget in minutes with our free race budgeting tool.

How to Promote Your Race: Our Ultimate Guide

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How to Promote Your Race: Our Ultimate Guide

Everything you need to know to market your race both online and offline in our comprehensive race marketing guide.

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.

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Course Measurement: How It Works and Why It Matters

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Course Measurement: How It Works and Why It Matters

A look at the benefits of professional course measurement, and how it stacks up against digital mapping and your GPS-measured course.

How to Organize a 5K Run

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How to Organize a 5K Run

New to race directing? Learn how you can plan and organize your first 5K race from picking a race theme to assembling your event team.

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.

How to Build an RFID Race Timing System

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How to Build an RFID Race Timing System

Everything you need to get started on your race timing journey, from choosing the right tools for the job to working through common race timing challenges.

Chip Timing Systems: Buy, Rent or Build Your Own?

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Chip Timing Systems: Buy, Rent or Build Your Own?

So you've decided to do your own race timing. Here's what you need to consider before buying, renting or building your own chip timing system.

14 Fun Run Theme Ideas For Your Next 5K

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14 Fun Run Theme Ideas For Your Next 5K

Looking for ideas for your next fun run or 5K? Here's the most popular fun run themes for you to choose from for your next 5K run concept.