Discussions

Periodic price check: what are you charging for 5k, 10k and half races with great swag?
Posted: Sept. 25, 2025
A runner asked if he could push his son in a jogger while attempting a sub-18min 5K. This pace raises some safety concerns. Has anyone allowed this before?
Posted: Sept. 25, 2025
First time directing a 5K run! I’d love your advice!
Posted: Sept. 5, 2025
I've been trying everything and sign-ups are slow for our first 5K. Any tips?
Posted: Aug. 30, 2025
We know we have lots of freeloaders running our 5K. Any advice on how to speak to or handle them?
Posted: Aug. 29, 2025
How much are you spending for permits and road closures for a 5k?
Posted: Aug. 27, 2025
What seems to be the preferred aid station drinks for a 5k and a 10k? Water? Gatorade?
Posted: Aug. 9, 2025
How would you decide the right time to add a marathon to an event with a 5k, 10k and half?
Posted: April 30, 2025
Do you find that only having awards for top 3 finishers both men and women turns a lot of people away for a 5k?
Posted: April 24, 2025
I noticed our 5k seems to have a lot of 60+ yr old runners. I would like to hand out something small for the participants. Any ideas?
Posted: April 23, 2025
What is your best tip to bring in more runners in the last 30 days before a 5K?
Posted: April 17, 2025
Tips on creating a successful wave start for a 5K? We’ve got 2,000 runners to accommodate.
Posted: April 8, 2025
Cup-less race ideas or reusable cup vendors for a small 5k?
Posted: March 26, 2025
For a 5K, what ages do you give awards to?
Posted: March 20, 2025
What’s your favorite music for the start of a 5K with runners of all ages?
Posted: March 18, 2025
How far in advance do people start signing up for a 5K? We are about 7 weeks away from our event and not many registrations.
Posted: March 18, 2025
Has anyone ever had the "Saturday vs Sunday" event conversation with themselves? I am very close to moving my 5k from a Saturday to a Sunday.
Posted: March 3, 2025
Do you do your free kids run before or after your event? Specifically a 5K.
Posted: Feb. 21, 2025
Doing a 10k/5k event which includes a fairly technical scramble section. I plan to start the 10K first with a 20 minute lead time between the next race. Thoughts?
Posted: Feb. 18, 2025
5K start times: have you found that 8 AM or 9 AM attracts more runners or even different runners for a mid-fall race?
Posted: Feb. 12, 2025

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