http://www.illinoishomepage.net/story/d/story/national-race-may-not-come-to-the-area/93164/KJ_JiU5GL0e7gfhkfQSzDA
After several attempts to clarify with Run or Dye, we have all received the same response. "Thank you for your message and your willingness to share your concerns. It's true that we are in the process of working with the City of Champaign to address some issues that we became aware of fairly recently. Our representatives have been working very closely with the city since then to get all the details ironed out. Before we make an announcement to the public with regard to any changes, it's very important for us to make sure the announcement is definite and correct--otherwise, it creates a LOT of confusion for folks.
I can assure you that if we do need to make changes that, in turn, make some folks unable to participate in the event, it will be our policy to offer refunds to those affected. We take our responsibility to our customers very seriously, and while we never anticipate challenges to arise, and it is a rare occurrence when they do, our top priority is honoring our commitment to our runners.
Again, as soon as there are updates that have been solidified with the appropriate personnel, we will let everyone know."
However, after speaking with local officials, this event was not, nor has it ever been approved in the city of Champaign. They have still been posting advertisements of them coming to Champaign, and sending emails trying to get more people to register. They know they are not coming to Champaign, yet will not come forward and give the people the information they deserve to know. Many are running for a cause, have taken off of work (Lost Wages), purchased special attire for the event, and are genuinely excited for it. I believe we have a right to the truth from Run or Dye and a full refund for our purchases. (the website clearly states no refunds for any reason). If you feel the same way about this circus, please sign and share with your friends and family who have been effected by this. I'm certain it is not only us here in Champaign, IL. Let's be heard by Run or Dye and finally get some attention from their company.
7 Comments
Ty Dawley: Would have been better if you'd kept the Portland run as scheduled for this morning Unlike · Reply · 1 · April 20 at 1:18pm
Magali Lopez: Does anybody know when is it?? Like · Reply · April 17 at 5:59pm Run Or Dye: Hey Magali! We don’t have an official date for Springfield. Pre-register today and we’ll send you the details once they are available! http://www.runordye.com/preregistration/Springfield-IL Like · April 18 at 10:14am
Courtney Mersinger: Not excited that it got changed in St. Louis from this weekend to all the way in September so far away Like · Reply · March 12 at 3:12pm · Edited Run Or Dye: We're super bummed too, Courtney! Like · March 12 at 3:47pm
Run Or Dye: Hi Rebecca! We do not have a set date yet! Our crew is working with the city on some details. If you would like to pre-register for the event (which is free!), you will receive a notification once official registration has opened up! Like · April 17 at 10:15am
Run Or Dye: Hi Kayla! There's a ton of advance planning that goes into making these events awesome, and if everything doesn't line up just right, sometimes we need to hold off on opening registration to ensure our participants get the Run or Dye™ experience they deserve. That is why it may take us some time to announce an official date. Like · April 17 at 10:16am
Run Or Dye: Hey Alison! We're coming to Salt Lake City! We currently are working on locking down a date, but if you pre-register we'll send you an email the moment we have a date set in stone. http://www.runordye.com/preregistration/Salt-Lake-City
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After several attempts to clarify with Run or Dye, we have all received the same response. "Thank you for your message and your willingness to share your concerns. It's true that we are in the process of working with the City of Champaign to address some issues that we became aware of fairly recently. Our representatives have been working very closely with the city since then to get all the details ironed out. Before we make an announcement to the public with regard to any changes, it's very important for us to make sure the announcement is definite and correct--otherwise, it creates a LOT of confusion for folks.
I can assure you that if we do need to make changes that, in turn, make some folks unable to participate in the event, it will be our policy to offer refunds to those affected. We take our responsibility to our customers very seriously, and while we never anticipate challenges to arise, and it is a rare occurrence when they do, our top priority is honoring our commitment to our runners.
Again, as soon as there are updates that have been solidified with the appropriate personnel, we will let everyone know."
However, after speaking with local officials, this event was not, nor has it ever been approved in the city of Champaign. They have still been posting advertisements of them coming to Champaign, and sending emails trying to get more people to register. They know they are not coming to Champaign, yet will not come forward and give the people the information they deserve to know. Many are running for a cause, have taken off of work (Lost Wages), purchased special attire for the event, and are genuinely excited for it. I believe we have a right to the truth from Run or Dye and a full refund for our purchases. (the website clearly states no refunds for any reason). If you feel the same way about this circus, please sign and share with your friends and family who have been effected by this. I'm certain it is not only us here in Champaign, IL. Let's be heard by Run or Dye and finally get some attention from their company.
7 Comments
Tiffany Benecke DeSpain: I heard Champaign isn't having. Did that change? Like · Reply · March 7 at 6:53am Run Or Dye: Hey Tiffany! We'll definitely be there in May! Like · 3 · March 7 at 11:08am
Ty Dawley: Would have been better if you'd kept the Portland run as scheduled for this morning Unlike · Reply · 1 · April 20 at 1:18pm
Magali Lopez: Does anybody know when is it?? Like · Reply · April 17 at 5:59pm Run Or Dye: Hey Magali! We don’t have an official date for Springfield. Pre-register today and we’ll send you the details once they are available! http://www.runordye.com/preregistration/Springfield-IL Like · April 18 at 10:14am
Courtney Mersinger: Not excited that it got changed in St. Louis from this weekend to all the way in September so far away Like · Reply · March 12 at 3:12pm · Edited Run Or Dye: We're super bummed too, Courtney! Like · March 12 at 3:47pm
Run Or Dye: Hi Rebecca! We do not have a set date yet! Our crew is working with the city on some details. If you would like to pre-register for the event (which is free!), you will receive a notification once official registration has opened up! Like · April 17 at 10:15am
Run Or Dye: Hi Kayla! There's a ton of advance planning that goes into making these events awesome, and if everything doesn't line up just right, sometimes we need to hold off on opening registration to ensure our participants get the Run or Dye™ experience they deserve. That is why it may take us some time to announce an official date. Like · April 17 at 10:16am
Run Or Dye: Hey Alison! We're coming to Salt Lake City! We currently are working on locking down a date, but if you pre-register we'll send you an email the moment we have a date set in stone. http://www.runordye.com/preregistration/Salt-Lake-City
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Tiffany Benecke DeSpain: I heard Champaign isn't having. Did that change? Like · Reply · March 7 at 6:53am Run Or Dye: Hey Tiffany! We'll definitely be there in May! Like · 3 · March 7 at 11:08am