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2019 MEDIA KIT Where runners connect, grow, shop, share, smile, sweat - runner's world media kit
2019 MEDIA KIT

Where runners
connect, grow, shop, share, smile, sweat
2019 MEDIA KIT Where runners connect, grow, shop, share, smile, sweat - runner's world media kit
IS THE LARGEST AND
MOST INFLUENTIAL MEDIA BRAND IN RUNNING AND
THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE FOR EVERYONE WHO RUNS.

RUNNER’S WORLD                               DIGITAL
THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO ALL WHO RUN           A DAILY RUNNING RESOURCE

13 MILLION                             ACTIVELY ENGAGED
                                       RUNNERS MONTHLY

RUNNER’S WORLD is fuel for anyone            While RUNNER’S WORLD engages
who loves to run –or wants to start–         a core who run to live, our focus is
men and women, beginner to expert.           to welcome ALL who run to live
We provide the tools, healthy inspiration,   and celebrate the diverse culture
and endorphins that spark motivation,        and lifestyle that makes running so
build strength and confidence and            addictive today.
foster connection among ALL runners
across print, digital and on the ground
at races and events.
2019 MEDIA KIT Where runners connect, grow, shop, share, smile, sweat - runner's world media kit
THE MARKET
45 MILLION RUNNERS IN THE US
A GROWING SPORT
Running’s popularity among
people of all ages continues.
Health benefits, social interaction,
stress relief, charities/causes,
and weight loss are a few reasons
why running is such a draw
to so many people.

THE NO. 1                 MORE THAN

SPORT IN                      1 IN 7
                         AMERICANS
THE U.S.                ARE RUNNERS

            THERE ARE
            MORE
        FREQUENT RUNNERS
      than frequent participants of
    golf, skiing, swimming, and tennis

        COMBINED
2019 MEDIA KIT Where runners connect, grow, shop, share, smile, sweat - runner's world media kit
2019 PRINT EDITORIAL HIGHLIGHTS
Issue 1                                              Issue 4 / Special Issue
TRANSFORMATION ISSUE                                 101 BEST THINGS ABOUT
JANUARY/FEBRUARY                                     RUNNING
From losing 100 pounds to getting rich to            JULY/AUGUST
helping kids in a challenged community               A full-issue blowout celebration — and
discover the value of commitment, these are          explanation — of the best of everything
the runners who changed themselves, the              about running.
sport, the gear we use to run, and the world!
                                                     Issue 5
Issue 2 / Special Issue                              FALL SHOE GUIDE
SPRING SHOE GUIDE                                    SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER
MARCH/APRIL                                          A celebration, and explanation, of the best
The latest coolest fastest most comfortable shoes    of everything bike.
for everything from just starting out to shredding
an ultra.                                            Issue 6
Featuring: Boston Marathon coverage                  THE ACTIVE-IST AWARDS
                                                     NOVEMBER/DECEMBER
                                                     Our brand-new program honoring the
Issue 3
                                                     people who use sweat to make the world
GET SOMEONE RUNNING
                                                     a better place.
MAY/JUNE
                                                     Plus: Hottest Gear of 2020.
An editorial challenge—and guide—to
encourage every reader to get one new rider
on a bike to help make them stronger, smarter,
healthier, happier, and part of a vibrant social
network of fast friends.
Plus: Best Travel Gear.

*Subject to change
2019 MEDIA KIT Where runners connect, grow, shop, share, smile, sweat - runner's world media kit
PRINT AUDIENCE
  2.24 MILLION READERS/MONTH
                                          INDEX   THE YOUNGEST
MEDIAN AGE                     41.0
MARRIED                        65%        124     MOST AFFLUENT
ANY COLLEGE                    91%        153     AUDIENCE OF
GRAD COLLEGE+                  65%        207
EMPLOYED                       84%        138     ANY MAGAZINE
PROF/MGR                       54%        221
MEDIAN HHI                     $118,767
AVERAGE HHI                    $127,190

2,240,000
TOTAL AUDIENCE

3.32             READERS
                 PER COPY

43% / 57%
MEN                  WOMEN

Source: GFK MRI Spring, 2018
2019 MEDIA KIT Where runners connect, grow, shop, share, smile, sweat - runner's world media kit
CIRCULATION EXCELLENCE
 100% PAID AND VERIFIED CIRCULATION
FREQUENCY: 6X
SINGLE COPY PRICE: $5.99

CIRCULATION VITALITY
96.5% SUBSCRIBER-DRIVEN
3.5% NEWSSTAND

663,764                            610,000            3.32   READERS
                                                             PER COPY
CIRCULATION                        RATE BASE
Source: 6/30/18 AAM Statement, GFK MRI Spring, 2018
2019 MEDIA KIT Where runners connect, grow, shop, share, smile, sweat - runner's world media kit
2019 GENERAL RATES
AD SIZE           RATE       COVERS      RATE
Full Page         $165,345   2nd Cover   $181,880

2/3 Page          $132,280   3rd Cover   $165,345

1/2 Page          $107,475   4th Cover   $211,645

1/3 Page          $81,020

ALL RATES ARE GROSS
2019 MEDIA KIT Where runners connect, grow, shop, share, smile, sweat - runner's world media kit
2019 PRODUCTION CALENDAR
FREQUENCY: 6X
SINGLE COPY PRICE: $5.99

610,000                     663,734
RATE BASE                   AAM-AUDITED CIRCULATION

ISSUE            AD CLOSE       MATS DUE   ON-SALE DATE

JAN/FEB          11/09/18       11/20/18   12/31/18

MARCH/APRIL      1/11/19        1/23/19    3/05/19

MAY/JUNE         3/08/19        3/20/19    4/30/19

JULY/AUG         5/10/19        5/22/19    7/02/19

SEP/OCT          7/12/19        7/24/19    9/03/19

NOV/DEC          9/13/19        9/25/19    11/5/19

JAN/FEB '20      11/08/19       11/19/19   12/31/19
2019 MEDIA KIT Where runners connect, grow, shop, share, smile, sweat - runner's world media kit
2019 PRODUCTION
SPECIFICATIONS
PUBLICATION TRIM SIZE: 8.875" X 10.875"
*EFFECTIVE WITH RW NOV/DEC '18 ISSUE

AD SIZE                                       BLEED                    TRIM SIZE                            LIVE/NON-BLEED

Full Page                                     9 1/8” x 11 1/8”         8 7/8” x 10 7/8”                     8 3/8” x 10 3/8”

Spread                                        18” x 11 1/8”            17 3/4” x 10 7/8”                    17 1/4” x 10 3/8”

1/2 Page Horizontal                           9 1/8” x 5 1/2”          8 7/8” x 5 1/4”                      8 3/8” x 4 3/4”

1/2 Page Horizontal Spread                    18” x 5 1/2”             17 3/4” x 5 1/4”                     17 1/4” x 4 3/4”

2/3 Vertical                                  5 3/4” x 11 1/8”         5 1/2” x 10 7/8”                     5” x 10 3/8”

1/3 Vertical                                  3 1/8” x 11 1/8”         2 7/8” x 10 7/8”                     2 3/8” x 10 3/8”

1/3 Horizontal                                9 1/8” x 3 3/4”          8 7/8” x 3 1/2”                      8 3/8” x 3”

1/3 Square                                    6” x 5 1/2”              5 3/4” x 5 1/4”                      5 1/4” x 4 3/4”

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is not acceptable.
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PROOFS                                                           National print advertisers are automatically opted in
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Hard copy guidance is no longer required.                        out, it should be noted on their Insertion Order. No
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ACCEPTED FILE FORMAT                                             standard units, we will utilize the original supplied files
PDF/X-1a:2001 - version 1.3                                      straight from print.
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consistent from page to page. Pages must be created to           dates, contact:
include bleed when required. All required trapping should be     Karla Arenas Gonzalez
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2019 MEDIA KIT Where runners connect, grow, shop, share, smile, sweat - runner's world media kit
INTERNATIONAL

18 COUNTRIES
18 EDITIONS
15 WEBSITES
AUSTRALIA   ITALY          SOUTH KOREA
BRAZIL      MEXICO         SPAIN
CHINA       NETHERLANDS    SWEDEN
FRANCE      NORWAY         TURKEY
GERMANY     POLAND         UNITED KINGDOM
HUNGARY     SOUTH AFRICA   UNITED STATES

   760,OOO+                3 MILLION+
   CIRCULATION             READERS

    7 MILLION              3.6 MILLION+
   SOCIAL FOLLOWING        UNIQUE VISITORS
DIGITAL ENGAGEMENT
RUNNERSWORLD.COM users are so much more
than just runners – they are active influentials
constantly on the go. They love that each day
their passion for running allows them to explore
new places and take on new challenges.

RW.COM USER AUDIENCE
$98,751                                       20,689,989
MEDIAN HHI                                    MONTHLY PAGE VIEWS

36.4                                         5,322,096
MEDIAN AGE
                                             MONTHLY UNIQUES

42/58
M/F SPLIT

74%
ANY COLLEGE

Source: January – September 2018 GA; Jan – Sep 2018 comScore Multi-Platform;
2018 comScore Multi-Platform//GfK MRI Media Fusion (07-18/S18)
SOCIAL ENGAGEMENT
5 MILLION SOCIAL CONNECTIONS
RUNNER'S WORLD ENGAGES, INSPIRES, AND
MOTIVATES A ROBUST SOCIAL COMMUNITY!

  FACEBOOK 2.1 MILLION TWITTER 1.7 MILLION
     INSTAGRAM 700,000 PINTEREST 176,000
RUNNER’S WORLD EVENTS
  RUNNER’S WORLD HALF & FESTIVAL
  BOSTON POP-UP
  MAJOR MARATHONS
RUNNER'S WORLD is everywhere our readers go. We offer unique
sponsorship and experiential opportunities for brands to connect
face-to-face with consumers in a meaningful and measurable
way. Leveraging our relationships. Runners world offers complete
capabilites in building and executing turnkey custom marketing
platforms. From sampling to title sponsorships. We excel at matching
brands to the perfect venue to reach an active, affluent and receptive
audience at the point of participation.
SIGNATURE EVENT

BETHLEHEM, PA | OCTOBER 2019
 HEALTH & FITNESS EXPO SEMINARS KIDS RACES
 FINISH LINE FESTIVAL LIVE MUSIC DINNER WITH THE EDITORS

7,000        13,500+             274 MILLION+
RUNNERS      EXPO ATTENDEES      MEDIA IMPRESSIONS
RUNNER'S WORLD BOSTON POP-UP
BOSTON, MA | APRIL 2019

 ATHLETE & RUNNER’S WORLD EDITOR SEMINARS
 PHOTO EXPERIENCE SHAKEOUT RUNS RW CLASSES
 EXCLUSIVE RETAIL & MERCHANDISE SAMPLING

10,000+
CONSUMERS
MAJOR MARATHONS
MARKETING OPPORTUNITIES

 SAMPLING     INTEGRATION OF YOUR ATHLETES/BRAND AMBASSADORS
 CO-BRANDED GIVEAWAYS      RETAIL DRIVERS   SWEEPSTAKES
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ADVERTISING CONTACTS
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PUBLISHER                  EASTERN ADVERTISING
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EVENTS
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