Discussions about water

• Is there experience with ultra races offering bottled water, probably in 5 gallon bottles?

  Posted: Sept. 21, 2024

• If I have zero volunteers to work a water station, and it’s not near anything, should I just set up a few 5 gallon jugs with cups and a trash can?

  Posted: Sept. 16, 2024

• What type and size cups do you use for your water stations?

  Posted: Sept. 7, 2024

• Which size cups would work best for water stations - 4oz or 8oz?

  Posted: Aug. 29, 2024

• We are considering using our orange water jug at the finish line instead of water bottles. Is there a con to this?

  Posted: March 1, 2024

• Can anyone help me with water and porta john estimates for a last man standing/backyard ultra race?

  Posted: Jan. 26, 2024

• How do you keep your water from freezing in the water dispensers?

  Posted: Dec. 15, 2023

• Does anyone have an event that requires runners to carry a hydration pack or hand-held water bottle?

  Posted: Nov. 3, 2023

• Are water cups or bottles better for aid stations?

  Posted: Nov. 3, 2023

• Triathlon timers: how do timing fees differ if you're timing a pool tri versus an open water tri?

  Posted: Aug. 31, 2023

• What math do you use to figure out how much water and how much electrolyte drink to have at a race?

  Posted: July 14, 2023

• Is there a formula or trick to figuring out how many gallons of electrolytes are needed for a race? And also how many gallons of water?

  Posted: July 7, 2023

• Is there a general guideline for gallons of water per runner to use as a starting point when planning?

  Posted: May 12, 2023

• How would you handle a local church wanting to do an independent water station at your race?

  Posted: April 28, 2023

• Has anyone had a sponsor spotlighted at water stations or sponsor all the water stations?

  Posted: March 23, 2023

• What is the coldest temperature out that you will still put a water stop up?

  Posted: March 17, 2023

• Is there a basic rule for the amount of water needed for a running event?

  Posted: March 3, 2023

• Looking for ideas for biodegradable/compostable cups for water stops.

  Posted: Feb. 17, 2023

• Does anyone have a water point check list?

  Posted: Dec. 23, 2022

• How do you guys keep water cool without putting it on ice at the water stops on a warmer day?

  Posted: Nov. 4, 2022