New concept for the the virtual race

♠ Posted by Paul Naylor

I have recently organized a virtual race called The Cable Car Half Marathon, and I have mentioned in a previous post that I wanted to give back to the running community. So this is what I have come up with. This is something I'm trying out, so I really don't even know if this concept is going to work.... I'm really hoping it'll work! So here it is! Runners can sign up to refer the virtual race to others. The runners will have a unique referral code that others will use during registration. The site, www.justrunyourcity.com will track all registrants. For every runner that you refer, you will receive compensation for that referral! Let me say that again: You will receive compensation(Money!!) for every registration you refer!! Pretty cool right??!! Runners who refer, you will be paid via PayPal after the close of the event. And the payout structure I try to keep simple: $8.00 for every referral. That's it! There is no confusing tier structure. Just a flat $8.00 for...

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I created a virtual race

♠ Posted by Paul Naylor

I have thought about this project for some time. I have put together a virtual race! I have done a few virtual races in the past and have enjoyed the experience. A great concept: register for a race, submit a time and receive a finisher medal. Many runners look at this as a great option from a traditional race. The registration fees are not as high. There is no travel to a race. There is no cost that comes from participating in a race such as travel fees, lodging fees, food, etc.. I have met many runners who would register for a virtual race even if they do many traditional races throughout...

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