Once you’re event is over my guess (and hope) is that you’re exhausted but satisfied with your event but even more thrilled you don’t need to think about it for another year. :) However, before  you stuff your race folders into the back of the closet it is super important  to the continuing success of your event to set aside just one hour while everything is still fresh in your mind  and answer just 2 questions. You don’t need to do this on the very day of your event is over

After your event you need to ask yourself these two important questions: What did not go well?          Did registration flow smoothly? Were the bib pick up lines backed up? Did the race go off on time? If so why not? Did the timer produce quick and accurate results? Did the finish line run smoothly? Did you get your awards ceremony off in time? How were your post race refreshments? Did course set up and pick go smoothy? Were there any complaints about the race course? How wa

We often get asked by race directors for new events, where should they host their race? While some non-profits will hold their race at their location of operations (if they’re lucky enough to have a building which has access to an acceptable race course) my guess is that most races will hold their event at public schools next followed by public parks/trails. Public schools as well as churches (if available) make excellent choices because they often have large wide access driv