Are races becoming like airlines? Phil Latter argues they are:

Are Races Becoming Like Airlines? | Runner's World & Running Times

Are races becoming like airlines? Phil Latter argues they are:

Mike Underhill considers himself to be something of a knowledgeable runner and businessman. A Milwaukee-based owner of a small investment company who has completed 25 marathons across the U.S. and Europe, Underhill frequently mixes road racing and business trips. Earlier this month, he looked forward to speaking at a pension fund conference in San Diego, then running along the Pacific Coast at a nearby Veteran’s Day half-marathon. “Like a lot of distance racers, my running races are my source of fulfillment and a way of staying centered in a stressful life full of challenges,” Underhill says. That stress level increased when he received an email stating that race-day packet pickup would be available for a “late fee” of $10. Staying 12 miles from the race site, Underhill saw two options: rent a car for $100 and pick up the packet at the expo the night before his competition...

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@tracyswartz » 27 Nov '12, 6pm
extra fees frustrate. running races is becoming a numbers game: $$$. rt @runnersworld are races becoming like airlines? [link]
@liquidluncher » 27 Nov '12, 2am
I never understood post race bands RT @runnersworld: Are races becoming like airlines? Phil Latter argues they are: [link]
@Stamgator » 27 Nov '12, 1am
“@runnersworld: Are races becoming like airlines? Phil Latter argues they are: [link]” valid take. Fees everywhere.
@AlanLoyd » 26 Nov '12, 9pm
Important message for race organizers: “@runnersworld: Are races becoming like airlines? [link]”
@hlth » 26 Nov '12, 9pm
“@runnersworld: Are races becoming like airlines? Phil Latter argues they are: [link]” I don't do ironmans for that reason
@Sierratp » 26 Nov '12, 6pm
MT Anyone have this problem? @runnersworld: Are races becoming like airlines? Phil Latter argues they are: [link]
@sp_carter » 26 Nov '12, 5pm
They sure are...the 'industry' is taking advantage of everyone. MT: @runnersworld: Are races becoming like airlines? [link]
@mrsjrdrakeiii » 26 Nov '12, 4pm
Truth in pricing is always preferred. RT @runnersworld: Are races becoming like airlines? Phil Latter argues they are: [link]
@AskMiles » 26 Nov '12, 4pm
Both use tiny restrooms, for starters. RT @runnersworld: Are races becoming like airlines? Phil Latter says yes: [link]
@SueUllyett » 26 Nov '12, 4pm
"@runnersworld: Are races becoming like airlines? Phil Latter argues they are: [link]" Interesting article!
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