The Tales on the Towpath’s Podcast

Episode 49 - The Debate you didn't know you needed. What to do with your race bb after the race

October 3, 2026·1h 11m
Episode Description from the Publisher

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.

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