CaliforniaGirl09
DIS Veteran
- Joined
- Dec 4, 2009
You knew when they took over from Active that something like this was in the works. They find ways to monetize everything. Disappointed but not surprised.
Seems like a big missed opportunity that could have actually been something with more value or meaning. Seeing the headline I thought "Great, another way I'm going to spend money", but after looking at it, not a chance.
It is. The goal of these memberships should be to encourage more participation. So... with discounts on races or maybe hotel stays on property, maybe someone who normally does one race weekend a year does more. NYRR has a membership where you get ten percent off all races or something and obviously the goal for them is that you sign up for a bunch of races to make the membership cost worthwhile.Seems like a big missed opportunity that could have actually been something with more value or meaning. Seeing the headline I thought "Great, another way I'm going to spend money", but after looking at it, not a chance.
It is. The goal of these memberships should be to encourage more participation. So... with discounts on races or maybe hotel stays on property, maybe someone who normally does one race weekend a year does more. NYRR has a membership where you get ten percent off all races or something and obviously the goal for them is that you sign up for a bunch of races to make the membership cost worthwhile.
Do any of the races sell out early though, like within a day?My issues with NYRR aside (I almost didn't renew my membership this year) ... yeah, their system makes more sense. I could see more value in this if there was a discount, not just the lowest tier pricing.
Based on the "guaranteed bib for each race via early registration" thing it sounds like they're marketing to the people who do every weekend ... but what percentage of their runners is that? Can't be very high...
What demographic is this targeted to?
Its getting a ton of pushback on social media.I think it’ll sell, though. People seem to have far more cash than sense these days.
People who like to spend money for no reason.What demographic is this targeted to?
And a corral bump!If this included bibs, then maybe it would be worth a look. But like $800 for, what? Early registration, a jacket, and a magnet? No, no thank you.
Well I'm definitely a slower runner (last coral that can submit a POT) and was able to comfortably retire early, so maybe I'm in the target market (insert emoticon gasping in terror). But there is no way I would pay 70% of the cost of an AP (798/1119) for the benefits offered.The slower runners with money?
And a corral bump!
Do any of the races sell out early though, like within a day?
Its getting a ton of pushback on social media.
I am not sure this will sell as well as one may think. This isn't something for the parks. runDisney has a pretty core fanbase. I think if this was done right many would buy in but I haven't seen anyone say they will yet.And...? What's your point? Many things Disney does get tons of push back and it hasn't stopped them from implementing clear money grabs like this, nor has it really stopped people for going for them.