A Runner's Review of BibBoards

Disclaimer: I received BibBoards to review as part of being a BibRave Pro. Learn more about becoming a BibRave Pro (ambassador), and check out BibRave.com to review, find and write race reviews!

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The first time I ran a race I worried a lot about what to wear:

• Hat, Buff or Headband?
• Shorts or Capris?
• Tank or Shirt?​
• ​Water Bottle or Aid Stations?

But I never thought about pinning on my bib. Not until I fumbled with the pins in the starting corral. I got it on, but it wasn't secure. Or straight.

I'd Operated Safety Pins Before. I Didn't Think Pinning My Bib was Going to be a Thing.

My poorly pinned race bib irritated me for 13.1 miles! It was the first half marathon where I RAN the entire race. That bib was a big distraction. It flapped. It wrinkled. It moved around. It caught the wind like a parachute on a downhill slope. It made noise on every single step.

What's the Big Deal if a Race Bib Makes Noise?

A noisy bib is like a dripping faucet — a constant irritant. During a race, you don't want to think about anything except putting one foot in front of the other. Little things are annoying. (Especially in mile 10 to 13!)

By the end of the race, my bib was a mess. The safety pins pulled the bib until each corner was permanently wedged in the circle end of the pin. When I took the bib off, there were pin pricks on my shirt. The corners tore. The bib was crinkled.​

Race After Race I Pinned on my Bibs

I kept using safety pins because everyone else did. My pinning skills improved over the years, but not by much.

An experienced runner told me to crinkle the bib before pinning to reduce noise. But, I wanted to save my bibs. Maybe get a cool race bib bag, or coasters or make my own letters like they do on etsy.  

(Photo credit: Gone On A Run)

(Photo Credit: Bibs2Bags.com)

(Photo credit: BibBinders on etsy)

Maybe I'll make bib pennants to hang in my home office.

BibBoards Beat Pins and Saved My Shirts

After using #BibBoards, I'm done with safety pins on race bibs. Here's why:

1. BibBoards don't damage my race shirts (or bibs). No pin holes, rust stains, tears or thread pulls.
2. It's easy to reposition the bib. Now my bibs are straight and secure. I like to think it makes me look like I have a clue about racing.
3. BibBoards work on thin and thick materials. I've used them on lightweight tanks and heavier sweatshirts.
4. I like the smiley face emojis on my BibBoards, but there are lots of choices. You can order from the stock selection, or upload your own artwork.
5. Discount Code! Go to BibBoards.com and use my code: #BibChat for a 20% discount on your order. Everything's better with a discount code.

Think of BibBoards like a snap. The front snaps into the back without puncturing your shirt. (Photo credit: This Old Runner)

Your race bib stays flat on your shirt. (Photo credit: This Old Runner)

The plastic BibBoards won't damage either side of your shirt. (Photo credit: This Old Runner)

I wore BibBoards for a two race challenge, and they worked very well. (Photo credit: This Old Runner)

Choose from an assortment of designs, or upload your own artwork. (Photo credit: BibBoards.com)

I think these are a great gift for anyone who runs. I'm giving some to my daughter. (Photo credit: This Old Runner)

Sometimes I wear one on my watch during long runs! (Photo credit: This Old Runner)

I keep them on my hat so I have them at the ready on race day. (Photo credit: This Old Runner)

That's Why I'll Keep Using BibBoards

There you have it. That's my honest (overly detailed?) review of BibBoards. Bottom line? I really like them! Give them a try!

Don't Forget! Code #BibChat for 20% Off!

See you at the starting line. I'll be one of the runners wearing BibBoards! 😎

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