Starting a 5K run/walk is not easy. The following is some information that might make you decide to try a chicken dinner or a bake sale instead. There were only about 40 mid-Michigan road races a dozen years ago, and now there are more than 100. Increased competition, especially in the warmer months, is leading to smaller numbers -- and therefore less money raised for charities -- for new and repeat events. But this information should be helpful not only for those who still decide to start a new road race but also for someone looking to improve a race or for someone who has been selected as a new race director for an established event. For further information and help or to get a race on the Playmakers online events calendar, e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Big 10 keys to a successful run

Most common race director problems

Packet pick-up checklist

Pre and post race checklist

Race wisdom

Resources to market races

Shirts for races

Timing services

Big 10 quick reference for road races