Site updates...from Jeff
I'm thrilled that we have (finally) found the time to buckle down and implement my interface updates. If you haven't seen the "new" site, take a look. Most of the updates were centered around cleaning up the right panel � including a new permanent place to sign in/out (yay), simplifying the navigation, and cleaning up the layout of the routes and turn-by-turn. There's a TON of other, more subtle updates, so let me know what you think.
Running Groups...from Adam
 The biggest new feature is the addition of "WalkJogRun Groups". Groups are a way for walk/jog/running groups to find new members and a way for members to share their routes with their group. As an avid runner myself, I felt that this feature adds a layer of trust to the site so that you know a route is going to be better than one that might have been added by someone who may have just been goofing around.
When we launched this feature one week ago, we had just two groups. Now we're up to seven - not bad, but we can do better. I'll be adding a sign up form to the Groups area shortly to help automate the creation of Groups. Until then, if you have a running group you want us to add, shoot me an email.
Deals from WalkJogRun
In addition to all the site updates, we've also added a new page showcasing deals on running gear (shoes, apparel, gadgets, etc)
Here are a few that caught our attention, so we thought we'd share:
Originally $267, Buy.com has the Garmin Forerunner 205 GPS Receiver and Personal Trainer, now on sale for $129.99. The device tracks your progress by analyzing time, distance, energy, and more (up to 12 different data fields). Shipping is free, there's no tax (except CA, MA, MD, TN), and first-time Buy.com users can use this $5 off $100 coupon.
[08.26.2008]
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Finish Line now has a nice selection of men's, women's, and kids' New Balance 805 Running Shoes on sale for $69.98. Enter $10 off $60 coupon code Bradsdeals613 and lower the price to just $59.98. They're available in three different styles for men, three for women, and two for kids (kids' NB start at $49.99, so use 10% off code 142568). Shipping adds $7.99 plus $1.99 for each additional pair (free with $75). Sales tax is charged to states with retail Finish Line locations.
[08.20.2008]
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Instructions: Enter code: Bradsdeals613 ($10 off $60) OR Enter code: 142568 (10% off)
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REI has the Strollometer Stroller Computer for $45.95, which lowers to $39.06 with 15% off one item code MKHJG2. The Strollometer computer is great for a busy mom who wants to stay active while spending time with baby. The Strollometer fits any stroller and tracks speed, trip distance, mileage, average mileage and more. Shipping is $5.99 or opt for free in-store pickup. Sales tax is charged in states with REI retail locations.
[08.01.2008]
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Instructions: Enter code: MKHJG2 (15% off One Item)
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Groups Spotlight
Now that we've got the running groups feature working on the site, we'll be featuring some of them with each email to our members. Here's the first batch:
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Advertising available
As always we're looking for advertising partners for the site and the email we send out (yep, just like this one). This email now goes out to just over 21,000 walkers, joggers and runners approximately once per month. If you would be interested in buying ad space in this email please let us know.
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