Clarifications on some questions I have received about the Pickle Runs

1. Is there an on-line charge for pre-registering?

Yes. Its $3.00. It gets deposited in an off-shore account to feed my gambling habit.

2. Can I register for all three races on race day?

Yes. We plan on using the same DAG chip and number for each runner for all three races (*filtered*uming you decide to participate in all three events).

3. Will I still receive a T-shirt if I register day-of?

Yes. $10 extra for the T-shirt regardless if you pre-reg or register day-of.

4. Will my results be posted on line?

Yes. Results will be posted on  Tim usually gets the results up the night of the event of the next day.

5. Can I eat my Pickle?

You can do whatever you want with your pickle.

6. Is there a limit to how much free Starbucks I can drink on race day?

No. Just keep in mind that its against the Park rules to pee in the Creek, and we dont want your heart to explode from a caffeine overload. We should probably give a prize to the person who can drink the most Starbucks without peeing.

7. Are there any hills?

Yes. The January and March runs will each have one small hill. The course for the February Prediction run is yet to be determined. All three courses are on the paved asphalt path that circles the Park.

8. Will there be any food?

Not sure. There's talk about getting a couple dozen donuts. If you're really hard up, I can throw Munchkins at you at the turn-around point. Or eat your Pickle.

9. What should I wear on Race Day?

A pink tutu and a dunce cap. It all depends on the weather, and your tolerance for the cold. However, if you show up in a tutu, I think we can swing some sort of prize for you.

10. Will the course be closed to other Park users?

No. However, motor vehicles are not allowed on the Path unless your a local resident. The worse thing that could happen is that you get chased by a rabid squirrel. Thats why we make you sign a waiver.

11. Will there be EMS support at the race?

I guess you werent listening when I said we make you sign a waiver. Tim brings a box of bandaids and I bring the smelling salts. Anything else - your on your own.

12. Why are these races called "The Pickle Runs?"

Brief history: In the summer of 2007 Tim Krueger of Run the Day hosted an invitation-only 5k race that started in front his house in Springfield. Since there was no registration fee, Tim didnt have the $$$ to buy real prizes, so he gave out Pickles, as well as some random crap he found lying around the house. Fast forward to 2008. Tim recruits me to expand the Pickle Runs into a three-race series. Keeping with the no-frills atmosphere, we decide to continue with the Pickles as prizes (and probably more random crap lying around Tim's house).

13. How can I train for the Pickle Runs?

Good question. Four out of five dentists agree that the best way to train is to drink a gallon of milk about an hour before the race. If you really want to get fast, throw a New York Strip Streak down your pants and have the neighbor's dog chase you around the neighborhood.

14. Will there be a photographer at the race?

No, unless you count me taking pics at the turn-around point. I'll throw them up on my personal web-site after the race. I dont charge for you to download. I am not a pro. I cant guarantee I'll get a pic of you as you p*filtered*, but if your a hot chick wearing a sports bra, I'll probably have ten pics from both the back and the front.

15. Can I run with a pet?

Yes, as long as the pet is a) on a leash b) not going to interfere with other runners b) not going to bite me or Tim c) not going to drink any coffee. As a side note, I will award a special prize if you run with your cat.

16. Is this a spectator friendly course?

Not really. However, I will be at the turn-around point heckling. Does that count?

17. Is there a water stop?

No. Since its winter, we figured no one would be drinking water. If you get really thirsty, I hear the Ridley Creek is very clean.


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Will there be a band

Will there be water crossings?


Will the red bull girls be there?

How much is it again?

Do the pickles come in our trophys?  I don't understand how this works.  Can I wear my pickle like a medal

What directional signs should we look for?  Will you have cool organe flags like that super Faithful Friends run?

When does registration open?


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Will there be a band?

Yes, there will be a band. My kids will be banging on pots and pans at the starting line.

Will the red bull girls be there?

I couldnt swing the Red Bull Girls, but I think I might landed The Wawa Goose to make a special guest appearance. If you want, I can have him throw a can of Red Bull at you when you p*filtered* by.

How much is it again?

One million dollars. Please, no more stupid questions.

Do the pickles come in our trophys? I don't understand how this works. Can I wear my pickle like a medal

You can do anything you want with your pickle. You can take it out on a date, donate it to Goodwill, etc. You can even bring it to the next Pickle Race and throw it at the Wawa Goose

What directional signs should we look for? Will you have cool organe flags like that super Faithful Friends run?

First, tell me what "organe" means. I am *filtered*uming you mean orange. Its an out and back course. Its pretty simple: if you make a wrong turn, you're going to wind up in the woods or the Creek. That Faithful Friends run was an abomination. The organizer should be drawn and quartered.

When does registration open?

12:01 am on Saturday. You should get to the park early and camp out in line


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Is there a pasta dinner the night before?

Also, will there be an expo?


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Palms of the World

Is there a pasta dinner the night before?

Yes, only were not paying for it. I hear Maggiano's makes a great bowl of spaghetti. Tip your waiter

Also, will there be an expo?

The park rules strictly forbid any persons from exposing themselves in public. Case closed, you sick pervert. We dont want your type at the Pickle Run. You can take your filth to the Faithful Friends run- nothing but rejects and degenerates down there anyway.


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