Episode #52
Episode 49 - The Debate you didn't know you needed. What to do with your race bb after the race
What do you actually do with those crumpled, sweat-stained squares of Tyvek after you cross the finish line? In this episode, Adam, Chris, and Katie dive into the great runner debate: The Fate of the Race Bib. The crew gets honest about their post-race habits—discussing whether they keep every single bib, throw them out immediately, or let them pile up in a forgotten drawer. We explore the emotional psychology behind preserving race memories vs. decluttering, creative ways to display or upcycle your collection, and the specific bucket-list races whose bibs earn a permanent spot on the wall or a custom frame. Whether you're a minimalist who tossed your last 100-mile bib or a hoarder with a dedicated "race room," this episode hits close to home. Key Takeaways & Discussion Highlights To Save or To Toss? The crew debates the two types of runners: memory keepers who save every bib vs. minimalists who chuck them at the finish line. The "Why" Behind the Stash: Why some bibs carry deep emotional weight—milestone distances, PRs, or brutal races where you had to dig deeper than ever before. What to Do with the Collection: Creative ways to store and display bibs, from shadow boxes and custom quilts to race books and garage walls. Special Treatment Races: Which iconic events earned a special frame or prime real estate—and why certain bibs are untouchable. Handling the Scraps: What to do with the safety pins, timing chips, and mud-caked corners that come with trail and ultra bibs. Correction - Chris actually found 3 extra bibs in a box. They were his high school cross country bibs from the State meets in 1988, 1989, and 1990.
