How does the CARA discount program work?

I registered for a race on race day and they wouldn't give me a CARA discount. Why?

How do you determine what CARA discounts will be offered at a given race?

I came across a running store that wouldn’t provide a CARA discount. Why?

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You can easily save $100 and more as a CARA member. Show your membership card whenever you buy running gear and shoes, as well as other products and services, offered by CARA partners . When you register for CARA Circuit Races and Registered Races , be sure to include your CARA number on the race application. Members also save when they take part in CARA training programs.

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The cutoff period for discounts is up to the race organizer/sponsor. Discounts are an incentive to get people to register early.

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It's up to the race organizer/sponsor.

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CARA member discounts are available at most area running stores. There are very few that don't. It is up to the store owner. Let them know you are a CARA member and plan to shop at stores that provide discounts.

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