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- Website: ridiculo.us
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Thanks for supporting this project! At this level you get our genuine heartfelt thanks, and also some counterfeit thanks if you'd like.
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ECONOMY REGISTRATION - Includes everything in the full registration, except no t-shirt.
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EARLY BIRD GETS THE SHIRT - LIMITED QUANTITY - Get the FULL REGISTRATION for $5 off, PLUS your race t-shirt will have an early-bird signifier on the sleeve, AND we'll give you a better race time than the rest of the FULL-REGISTRATION backers as a way of saying thanks for backing us early!
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FULL REGISTRATION - Receive a limited, kickstarter-edition racing bib, vehicle sticker, registration packet, safety pins, and race bracelet (racelet?). Plus, YOUR NAME will be in the race program included in every packet and your race time will be listed on runfreerace.com, PLUS your very own race t-shirt to commemorate your participation.
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MEDAL OF HONOR - Includes Full Registration PLUS race participant medal, which can be proudly displayed in your home or worn around your neck every day in place of (or in addition to) a necktie.
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RACE OFFICIAL - LIMITED QUANTITY - ONLY 50 AVAILABLE! Includes full registration PLUS race medal PLUS embroidered terry headband PLUS limited-edition RACE STAFF shirt AND RACE STAFF Lanyard. Also, your name will be listed under "Race Staff" on the site, PLUS you'll receive behind-the-scenes updates before, during, and after the race.
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RACE TEAM PARTY PACK - Includes SIX full registrations PLUS limited-edition racing headbands. Add $50 to include medals for all six participants.
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SPONSOR-A-MILE - ONLY 26 AVAILABLE! - Your company name listed on race t-shirts, race program and race website as a mile sponsor. PLUS You'll receive your own mile marker with your logo & mile number on it, PLUS we'll mention your business from our social media accounts on race day! Also includes 2 full registrations.
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SILVER SPONSOR - LIMITED QUANTITY - Your name & logo on race t-shirts & race website, a 2'x4' race banner with your company logo, a HALF-PAGE ad in the race program that will go to every participant, AND a mention from our social media accounts on race day.. Also includes 5 full registrations.
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GOLD SPONSOR - LIMITED QUANTITY - Your logo larger & more prominent on race t-shirts and race website, a 4'x8' race banner with your company logo, a FULL-PAGE ad in the race program that will go to every participant, AND multiple mentions from our social media accounts on race day.. Plus you'll be allowed to insert a flyer or souvenir into every race packet (you provide fliers/souvenirs). Also includes 10 full registrations.
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Show older commentsCreator Ridiculo.us on February 4
Mark,
Thank YOU! We couldn't have done this without participants, and you guys all blew us away with the creativity you put into it.
I wish I could've eavesdropped on the conversation where you tried to explain it to your daughter. I imagine it was hilarious! Luckily my son is only 3, so he didn't ask too many questions. He was happy to just run up and down the street while we took pictures. Haha!
-Kyle
Creator Mark Wheadon on February 4
Ridiculo.us: I just want to say thanks guys -- this was a fun project to be part of. The hardest part? Trying to explain to my 8-year-old daughter what it was all (not) about ;-)
Creator Ridiculo.us on February 2
Thad,
I've just emailed you again. I'm sorry you were disappointed with your race time. We'd be happy to process a refund for you right away. Thanks a lot. Have a great day!
-Kyle
Creator Thad Clavette on February 2
Can I get a refund for this
Creator Steven Palchinski on January 30
got my kit!
Creator Ridiculo.us on January 29
Mike & Tamara,
So sorry to hear that! It seems as though bracelets have been disappearing from packets left and right. We'll get some shipped out to you right away.
Creator Mike and Tamara Primeaux on January 28
Were the racelets shipped? None in my pack. T shirts and bibs are awesome!!!
Creator Ridiculo.us on January 24
Awesome! Thanks Athrun! We worked really hard to make the stuff cool, so it's awesome to hear that you like it!
Creator Athrun Nailo on January 24
Got my team packets last night, and I'll be passing them out to the team tonight. Really liked the quality of the bibs and t-shirts.
Creator Ridiculo.us on January 8
w0!ta,
From what I can tell, you may have just uncovered a secret Austrian plot to overthrow the United States government! As a citizen of America (and close friend of a former President, Honest Abe) I thank you, although I am sure this will have consequences for you in your own country. I have reported this to the Office of Pending Invasions and Coups, and hope to hear back from them shortly.
Creator wO!ta on January 8
Ha, found my Austria on your map:
It is in Southern Arizona, between Tuscon and the Mexican border. Where else?
Although Emperor Maximilian I. ruled Mexico for a while, I am sure there is no (more)
Austrian territory in Northern America. It is a pity, but my team has still to train somewhere
in the Old World.
Perhaps that ist wrong. But, as Sam Cooke once sang, I "don't know much about history
.... don't know much about geography".
Creator Ridiculo.us on January 6
Martha,
We're only allowed to send the survey once. However, since you haven't responded, your survey is still able to be filled out. If you go to the main project page and scroll down to the reward you selected, there should be a link to fill out the survey.
Also, if you want to make sure we get your name on the bib, you can send an email to kyle@ridiculo.us with your name (as you'd like it on the bib) and t-shirt size. We can get the rest of the info in the next few days.
Creator Martha Deegan on January 6
Also, is it acceptable to do my training beside a pool while sipping a drink with a little umbrella?
Creator Martha Deegan on January 6
I didn't get a survey! Please send me one.
Creator Ridiculo.us on December 26
Brian,
Send me an email (kyle@ridiculo.us) and we'll get it taken care of. Thanks!
Creator Brian O'Leary on December 20
I bought the 6 person package and am giving it as a gift. What is the best way to get the recipient started since they are not receiving the backer updates?
Creator Ridiculo.us on December 17, 2012
w0!ta,
Unfortunately there have been some pretty serious allegations leveled against the Austrians, including ACTUALLY RUNNING. Unacceptable. Until we are able to investigate the matter, we're pulling your country off of the map.
In all seriousness (well, let's be honest... in more seriousness than USUAL), we'll get you guys added to the map pronto. Not sure what happened there!
-Kyle
Creator wO!ta on December 16, 2012
Oh my god, my country is missing on the map. Are we already banned due to doping violations
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_countries_by_beer_consumption_per_capita
Creator Ridiculo.us on December 10, 2012
Kevin,
It's never too late to start not training. Or something like that...
See you at the finish line!
Creator Kevin Schantz on December 8, 2012
I just began my training regime this week for Run Free 2013. Probably a bit late, so I hope I will be prepared to go the distance! Ok, back to training. Later! - Kevin
Creator Ridiculo.us on December 7, 2012
Justin,
I think I understand your question, but I'm not 100% sure. Could you send me an email (kyle@ridiculo.us)? I'm sure we can help you out.
Creator Justin Cartwright on December 7, 2012
For Larger groups of runners, are we able to mix and match with names and team names?
(It's getting a bit hard to get a hold of everyone to ask their preference - probably because they're training so much?)
Creator Steven M. Wann on December 1, 2012
As a Fursuit-er the pics are endless along with the great photo-ideas from local area friends. Just depends on what type of Buffalo weather we'll be having. Haha
Creator Ridiculo.us on November 27, 2012
Altimus,
That is hilarious. Can't wait to see what you come up with!
Creator Altimus Hastings on November 27, 2012
I'm not going to be very popular among the marathoners in my family. I just posted the race on my runkeeper account. Ive already gotten several comments of support and encouragement from friends and family on my linked Facebook page. This is just too funny not to do. Lots of photo ideas. Let the training begin! HA HA HA
Creator Ridiculo.us on November 23, 2012
Justin,
That's awesome! We love our Aussie runners! Good call on the sombreros, too. You can never be too safe when it comes to the heat. Or too stylish.
Creator Justin Cartwright on November 22, 2012
We're in and around Melbourne, Australia!
It's going to be pretty hot down here, so we'll have to start organising some sombreros and other sensible hot-weather running gear!
Creator Ridiculo.us on November 21, 2012
Chris,
Maybe RunFree could be Gumby's last hurrah! Gumby in costume could be even better.
Creator Ridiculo.us on November 21, 2012
Robert,
What an awesome idea. Nothing sums up communications and culture better than a fake marathon on the internet, right?
Can't wait to see what you guys come up with. Sounds like you've got the right idea with your prep work!
Creator Chris on November 21, 2012
Gumby's had a lot of miles on him, but whats a few more nonmiles? Maybe I'll dress as Gumby dressed as something just to make it a little different than my norm.
Creator Robert Hind on November 21, 2012
Going to do Run Free with my Communications and Culture class in Gosport, England. Got some practice in already by not taking part in the Gosport Half Marathon last weekend. Can't wait!
Creator Ridiculo.us on November 21, 2012
Justin,
It's actually a little bit cheaper than that. I just sent you a message explaining. Can't wait to see your group though. Where are you guys located?
Creator Justin Cartwright on November 21, 2012
I hope i'm doing this right.. But...
If I pledge $320, at the Race Team Pack level, would that be enough for a team of 12 people with medals? (plus international shipping)
Cheers, and looking forward to the marathon!
Creator Ridiculo.us on November 20, 2012
Chris,
Thanks! For what it's worth, we think breaks from Kickstarter are totally overrated. Fake marathons, on the other hand, are totally awesome. You've chosen wisely, Chris.
-Kyle
P.S. We totally think you should run in your Gumby costume. That would be legendary.
Creator Chris on November 19, 2012
As soon as I saw this, I had to pledge. So much for taking a break on Kickstarter. Now to get friends to back it! I also wrote a quick blog on Run Free. Check it out if you so desire.
http://drshingy.blogspot.com/
Creator Ridiculo.us on November 19, 2012
We totally agree, Waseem!
Creator Waseem Ghattas on November 19, 2012
I think it will be the most epic race...ever!
Creator Ridiculo.us on November 19, 2012
Michelle,
The race will be February 2, 2013. That should give you time to get everything in place!
Creator Ridiculo.us on November 19, 2012
Meanwhileinfargo,
A story about a fake marathon in a fake newspaper? Would that cancel out and make it real? That's an existential question I'm not prepared to answer....
Creator Michelle Hermark on November 19, 2012
Do you have a date planned for race day? I thought I heard a date in Feb., but now I can't find it. I have IDEAS but it's going to take some time to get all the pieces in place.
Creator meanwhileinfargo on November 18, 2012
This race should get coverage from the onion..... or will it be too real?!
Creator Ridiculo.us on November 16, 2012
Haha. Thanks Olie! We pride ourselves on being the most affordable fake race out there!
Creator Olie Marchal on November 16, 2012
You guys are so funny! Why would I participate in a fake race? I am a "real runner"! But your race is so perfect organized, I decided to sign up anyway!!! Plus your cheaper than any race I participated in! Two thumbs up!!!
Creator Ridiculo.us on November 11, 2012
Elizabeth,
BEST. COMMENT. EVER.
I laughed out loud reading that. Hahaha! Thanks for making my day.
-Kyle
Creator Elizabeth Pekrul on November 11, 2012
Well, since the marathon is less than 3 months away, I decided today that I better get my rear in gear! I did some speed walking through the grocery store, grabbing all the essentials for my race training. Pixi Sticks: CHECK. 24-pack of Coke: CHECK. Gummi Worms: CHECK. By the time I was done with all that walking, my heartrate was at a dangerously high level. So, I went home and took a 2 hour nap. It feels good to know that I am that much closer to being race ready!
Creator Ridiculo.us on November 8, 2012
Thomas,
Awesome! We've been blown away by how many people have been putting together groups of runners. Great question about the back of the shirt. The short answer is, we're not sure! If we don't sell any sponsorships, we'll figure out SOMETHING cool to put on the back. We're certainly open to suggestions, too. We've still got 22 days though, so who knows what will happen?
-Kyle
P.S. Can't wait to see what you and your team put together!
Creator Ridiculo.us on November 8, 2012
Alinda,
Thanks! We're glad you like it! To answer your question, the race staff shirt is exactly the same as the regular race shirt, except it says RACE STAFF across the top of the back. The race official package comes with this shirt instead of the other one.
Creator Athrun Nailo on November 8, 2012
Got a few people "running" on my team. One question though, if by some chance no one chooses any of the sponsor levels what will be on the back of the shirt?
Creator Alinda Rivera on November 8, 2012
I love this idea. its sounds like fun! If you do the race official package do you also get the regular race T-shirt?
Creator Ridiculo.us on November 7, 2012
Thanks kikipatamoo! We're going international with this!