“I Run for the Party” and “What Do You Run For” are major red flags for me when I’m hunting for upcoming races. My experiences with these race management companies have been infuriating. When I’m "infuriated", it’s usually because something that should be easy, clear, and basically perfect is so far from it.
When I sign up for a race, it almost always involves selecting a shirt size. So why is my shirt size not there come race morning? Every single race that I’ve run with either of these companies has had that situation. I don’t understand. Order what the participants order, and some extras in each size. Make sure those picking up shirts are getting the size that they registered for. If they’d like to trade, they can do so post-race if any remain. Problem solved.
The staff at these events always seem more lost than I am when I have a question. Why aren’t they knowledgable on details related to the race? Friendliness might help as well.
I really wish my experience was different, because very often, the races that look the most fun are managed by them, but I stay far, far away.
Short opinion on this topic, but like I said, things that should be simple and perfect but aren’t…that’s what irks my nerves!