It's Saturday night and it's Ladies' Night . . . what a great time!
Saturday night was the
3 Rivers Running Company's 2nd annual Ladies' Night Out sale. This event is held at the only running specialty store in Northeast Indiana. I attended last year's event and definitely place it in the category of "very valuable" to my growth as a runner. Just like last year, I learned so much, met so many people, and had such a great time.
What could I possibly learn at a sale?
Well, for starters - I didn't know that some running skirts have compression shorts under them while others have an attached wicking brief. I have always wondered what, if anything, was inside, but you don't just get to ask strangers on the street or just lift up the skirt at the store (that's kind of perv, isn't it?). Anyway - I learned it now so I won't have to be peeping.
FREE STUFF - the Asics rep was there and she was awesome. Every lady who came received a free sports bra -
FREE - not like buy one get one free - NOPE,
FREE . . . as in, Merry Christmas, no strings! In addition, she gave a little education about why it was a good choice, what activities they were good for, and what products are coming out in the near future that might be of interest to a big girl like me (zip lock bra coming on 6/1). She also gave away MANY pairs of running socks and sports bottles - I elected for neither. Now, I'm not sure when the last time I walked away from a totally
FREE event with over $50 worth of free stuff, but tonight it happened.
Other free stuff during this event included a chair massage and dinner (hamburgers, drinks, cookies). Seriously - could you cater more to your customers than free dinner and massage on top of a free bra and socks? I know - you're jealous! Well, you should be - it was a GREAT time! The sad part . . . last year there were HUNDREDS of women - this year, there were probably no more than 50. That was very disappointing. With such a smaller turn out, there was plenty of sale associates available to answer your questions, offer assistance/guidance, or check you out.
To top off the evening, I had arranged with my running partners "C" and "L" to come along with me (bummer that "L" stood us up). I had also promoted this event with my Spring Into Training Participants and 5 of them were there (including 3 of the gals I hung out with on Friday night until 1 a.m. - GREAT to see you "B", "R", & "M" - and it was great to see "R's" daughter "M" . . . thanks for coming along.
A week ago, Kimbelry from
Healthstrides asked if we were coming up for the sale and we jumped on the chance to meet up. It was at last year's event that "C" and I met Kimberly. She's a GEM! We haven't seen her since the W.O.O.F. back in November (I can't really believe it's been 6 months- let's not let 6 more months pass before we see you again!) A few days ago, Holly from
Rustbeltrunner suggested we get a bloggy photo at this event - FAB idea. I love running . . . and blogging, because you get to meet awesome people like Kimberly and Holly.
That sounds like a fantastic event! I wish there was something like that where I am, I would definitely go. Not even just for the free stuff, but for the education on products, etc.
ReplyDeleteWow... what a fun event! So cool that you could do a bloggy meetup, too! There's nothing better than receiving free swag... I can't believe they were giving out sports bras. That's so awesome!
ReplyDeleteNice seeing you again!
ReplyDeleteWhere do you find your images?! The burger is cracking me up!
What a great time we had at Ladies Night! It was wonderful to finally meet all your friends. The staff at Three Rivers Running are so knowledgable about anything running. Most of all I love the fact that there is never any pressure to purchase products from them. Case in point: I was looking for a pair of trail shoes to wear this summer when my husband and I hike several 13,000 ft high mountains in Colorado. Last summer we hiked Half Dome in Yosemite might I say with less than perfect shoes. Casey, who works at 3RR and who is a wealth of knowledge, was just sitting in the shoe area when I approached him with questions regarding trail shoes. He knew I was looking but kept to himself until I approached him. I asked him about the Brooks Cascadia and he said it was a great shoe for trails and hiking. Instead of trying to sell me the new style he said he'd look for the older model which would have saved me about $40. He didn't have any luck finding my size. I told him that I really liked the newer model anyway(They are lime green, turquoise and gray). Not once did he make me feel like I had to buy anything. I also told him that I purchased insoles for my current running shoes at Dick's and he said the ones I got were some of the best around. His main goal is that he wants you to love running even if you just come for the advice. And talking about advice...the Asics rep was there giving away free bras and socks, but most of all I gained important info about my current running shoes and the problem I'm having. She was wonderful! I couldn't have asked for a better night. Advice, friends, food, and FUN!!!
ReplyDelete@ "C" - indeed - it was a relaxing, educational, and fun evening. Kind of a bummer more ladies didn't take attend it.
ReplyDelete@ Holly - it was nice to see you again. To keep you in the loop, "C" and I joined the F4F half mary class that Eric Ade (3RRCo) is teaching. It meets at 6 p.m. on Wednesdays at Jorg 6/13-race day so . . .we'll be up there for that :) How awesome if you would take the class too!!!!