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This week, we discuss whether the race experience is worth the price tag, and what rising costs mean for runners who want to take part in races. Is running becoming more of a luxury, or are the costs justified? How much would you be willing to pay to enter a race? Let us know in the comments 👇
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"194: Why Are Running Events So Expensive?" is an episode of The Running Channel Podcast. Runtime 40 min. Published October 31, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.
