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Herron
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 Posted - June 04 2008 : 10:39:23
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How much do trophies cost to cover a race with Male and Female categories, awarding 3 deep in age groupings? Or, more importantly, what is the individual retail price of a trophy?
In every instance I would prefer a glass, a key chain, a tee shirt, an item from the dollar store, etc. Because, what are you supposed to do with trophies? I loved them as a boy, but now they're either turfed, or I leave the race before they hand them out. It is not a sign of disrespect; I can't understand why these things are perpetuated.
If you are a race director, what other options have you explored aside from the standard metallic-runner-laden trophies? Are there other affordable alternatives? |
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Ryan
226 Posts |
Posted - June 04 2008 : 13:41:05
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How about handing out a bag filled with coupons, pens and sticky notes. God knows I could never run out of office supplies. Heck, maybe throw in a $.50 candy bar.
Keep the shirt, the medal or trophy and give me a tall frosty beverage. Please... |
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Proforma1
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Posted - June 04 2008 : 13:44:26
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I agree. There are many awards that could be good alternatives to trophys. Nice Glass engraved Mug, Plate,Pint Glass, are nice alternatives.
For T-shirts the same is true. Sometimes a alternative would be nice. Options might include imprinted or embroidered visor,imprinted mesh/nylon bag, imprinted gloves, head/ear warmer (for winter runners, umbrella. It is nice that item be visible (have name of race and year)because that makes it special and is good visibility for the race.All of these items can be purchased for same cost as T shirt in many cases. |
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ironpower
367 Posts |
Posted - June 04 2008 : 14:00:46
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We are giving out logoed belt buckels for our tri season in 2008.
Rich
http://score-this.com
ironpower
Push 'til you puke, then go harder!!! |
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jhauser42
57 Posts |
Posted - June 04 2008 : 14:06:43
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I believe the Bunny Hop gave out chocolate rabbits as the prize.
And as for teh alternative to T-shirts, the gloves from the Bob Ivory run last year are great. Used them all winter.
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teacher
35 Posts |
Posted - June 04 2008 : 14:54:57
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Hey Brad,
Good question. The Jamie Labarbera in NT on June 14th gives Wegmans gift cards, in pretty generous amounts. Last year we gave a bag of groceries to the top M/F. This year the awards include top M/F overall and masters. We hope to see you there.
Russ Trippe |
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teacher
35 Posts |
Posted - June 04 2008 : 14:57:14
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| Additionally the top 50 males and top 20 females receive a cool max running cap embroderied top 20 or 50. |
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Ryan
226 Posts |
Posted - June 04 2008 : 15:07:02
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| How about a full 5 gallon gas can? |
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swcahoon
106 Posts |
Posted - June 04 2008 : 15:21:27
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Actually, its Mike Herron, not Brad.
I agree with Mike's sentiments. While I am sure a lot of people like to get trophies, especially those of us who dont always win one, alternatives would be nice.
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Herron
202 Posts |
Posted - June 04 2008 : 17:53:35
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I would so dig a belt buckle. How cool would that be! So I would have to be a triathlete member to snag that belt buckle, or is it a specific event. Because I was thinking about trying one this summer.
It is great to hear that a number of races are trying to mix it up.
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sspritzer
224 Posts |
Posted - June 04 2008 : 18:44:08
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Belt buckles are great...but only if you can find a leather shop that is inexpensive enough to make it worthwhile. Gift cards are another favorite as long as the amount can buy rather than supplement a purchase. How about approaching the sports drink companies for a container of their powder?
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"Most people run a race to see who is fastest, I run a race to see who has the most guts." -Pre |
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ironpower
367 Posts |
Posted - June 04 2008 : 19:26:57
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Two multisport events right here in WNY that give away belt buckels as prizes. Get more info at http://score-this.com
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Event: Clark Companies A Tri in the Buff
When: July 6, 2008
Where: Buffalo, New York
What: Intermediate Triathlon/Relay 1.5k S, 40k B, 10k R
Sprint Triathlon/Relay 750m S, 20k B, 5k R
Duathlon 5k R, 20k B, 5k R
Try-A-Tri 200m S, 10K B, 2K R
Kid’s Tri
Who: Benefits Women and Children’s Hospital of Buffalo
atriinthebuff.com
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Event: Riverside Federal Credit Union Summer Sizzler
When: August 9, 2008
Where: Grand Island, New York
What: Formula 1 Triathlon 400m S, 17k B, 4.4k R, 400m S, 17k B, 4.4k R
Sprint Triathlon/Relay 400m S, 17k B, 4.4k R
Duathlon 4.4k R, 17k B, 4.4k R
Kid's Tri
Who: Benefits Girl Scouts of America
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Rich
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nocanrun
379 Posts |
Posted - June 06 2008 : 08:32:34
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quote:
Originally posted by Ryan
How about a full 5 gallon gas can?
Filled with gas, right? Not just the gas can...
"...it's not polite to count out loud when you pass others..." |
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RGrimm
5 Posts |
Posted - June 06 2008 : 10:25:10
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Mike-at next Sunday's (Father's Day June 15) Jog For The Jake we are awarding Ipod Shuffles to each age group winner. In addition the top three in each age group will receive very nice New Era Caps. We also are giving away "cool-max" shirts to all participants. At the Kids Race (young Cruz- could be a pre-race favorite) all finishers get a chocolate medal. After the race everyone enjoys the biggest post-race feast in WNY, catered by Delaware North. Lots of fun activities for the whole family.
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lkizz
1012 Posts |
Posted - June 06 2008 : 10:35:15
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darn .. I was hoping to keep that quiet ....
The Jake has the very best food of any race in town.
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Herron
202 Posts |
Posted - June 06 2008 : 23:15:04
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I too was hoping that wouldn't go public. Damn this thread! Damn Rich Grimm for being so wonderful! Jog for the Jake has been on my race calendar all year...I will be there with my scissor legs.
Rich--I'm expecting to hear about your comeback plan. |
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JF
3100 Posts |
Posted - June 07 2008 : 19:47:40
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I used to hide my trophies in the bushes at a house which was near the race site. They got a nice little treat (harmless, too) when they went outside.
The Kyle Reid 5K gave out beer glasses at today's race. It was hot day, but a good jog. |
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