Anyone order shirts for races, or know of anyone in the field? I'm tasked with helping the Chosen: Marathon for Adoption order its shirts for the upcoming inaugural race Oct. 23. As a newbie at hunting down good tshirt deals, I'd love any advice. Since the race is raising money for orphans and adoptive families, we're trying to keep the prices of the tshirts down, and it's looking to be a challenge. While I'm working the tshirt angle, Scott's got the race metals covered, and moving onto finding sponsors to fill the goodie bags for runners.
Scott and I met last night with with organization team that's putting on the half and full marathon in Gruene/New Braunfels Texas. It's exciting to see so many runners, families, businesses and churches get involved to help take care of orphans around the world. As a side perk, I'm quickly learning the difference between spandex and polyester -- yikes. Who knew that 100% polyester shirts don't really wick? Well, besides all you 70s disco dancers. I've contacted RunTexas, and I'm crossing my fingers that RunTex will be able to pass along some sage race-planning wisdom. Please let me know if anyone has other ideas.
The race is still trying to stock up on sponsors, runners and volunteers. So if you're interested in helping out check out the website. http://www.marathonforadoption.com/index2.php#/home/
Running may not be your thang, but what about volunteering to pass out water or metals? There is no experience needed to volunteer, and it's a great way to meet some cool people. I volunteered at an IronMan in Idaho last summer and had a blast passing out metals to smiling-exhausted-salt encrusted athletes who are just thrilled to see you at the finishing line. Plus, you walk away with a spiffy tshirt. Double-score.
I'll keep you posted on what happens next. Oh -- and for you Austinites check out the Chosen Marathon banner hanging out on Lamar south of the Lamar bridge in front of Hill Country Running!! And spread the word! It's a good cause -- all proceeds go to orphans and adoptive families.
Below is the race course that runs along the Guadalupe River.
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