Fools 5K 2009 Shirt

Most races give out a shirt in the packet when you sign up for a race. The standard is a cotton t-shirt. You can choose what size you want (if you pre-register) and the design varies from year to year. Some other races are giving runners the option to “upgrade” to a moisture wicking shirt or technical shirt. They are little more pricey than your standard cotton, but are great for running. If the design is good and desirable, the shirt can become a fashion statement or something to be proud of when wearing. Likewise, if the race was one in which you did well or an accomplishment like finishing a marathon, you might feel like you earned the right to wear it.

On the other hand, race shirts may be building up in your closet from the dozens of 5ks, fun runs, and turkey trots over the years. If you’re one of these runners, then you have probably noticed the races offering a “no shirt” option on registration forms. Most times, this option is also less expensive when signing up.

So where do you stand on race shirts?

• Are they the reason you sign up?
• Or, do you use them as rags to clean the house? (tip: order the largest size to get multiple rags)
• Maybe you’re right down the middle. You like the shirt if it looks good, but it also has to fit right.