Plod and Pedal 2024

1. Plod and Pedal directors: Josh Pierce: josh@plodandpedal.com and Ryan Mellem: ryan@plodandpedal.com

2. Plod and Pedal 2024 takes place 01/01/24 – 12/31/24.

3. The challenge is to run one mile or ride 3 miles (1 mile running equivalent) every day, for an entire year. Distance must be completed at one time; you cannot start, stop and resume an activity if doing the daily minimum. Please ask if there are questions.

4. Minimum allowable running pace is 15:00 minutes/mile. At least one mile of every run must be less than 15:00 minutes. There is no time limit for biking. E-bikes (electric powered/assist) are not allowed.

5. If you miss a day, don’t make the cutoff time, or run/bike less than the required mileage, you’re out. No exceptions!

6. There is a one-time $50 entry fee good for 366 days of fun! Please register and pay using this link. https://runsignup.com/Club/MT/Missoula/PlodandPedal.  Everyone who completes all 366 days will be entered to win the grand prize, we promise it will be worth it!  You will NOT get your money back for completing all 366 days.

7. In 2024 there will be three grand prizes given away at the end of the year. One grand prize winner will be the person who logs the most combined running and cycling miles, the second and third grand prize winners will be randomly drawn from every athlete that finishes all 366 days. All grand prizes are cash and equal in value. Cash prize amounts will be determined after January 1st when we have final participant numbers. There are also monthly challenges with cash and custom P&P swag to help keep you motivated!

8. Progress will be tracked via Strava (app or website) and only Strava, no exceptions! Strava is a free fitness app that also has a paid version, either will work for the purpose of this challenge. Website link: www.strava.com

a. Once you have registered at Runsignup.com, a confirmation email will be sent with instructions on how to join our Strava club. On the club page, click the "Request to Join" button. Strava allows you to log your progress as well as track other athletes in the club. At a minimum, Ryan and Josh must be allowed to follow you so that we can track your activities.

b. Strava will automatically download from multiple smart/GPS enabled watches, see their website for more info.

c. You can also track your runs/rides directly from the Strava app using your smartphone as a GPS.

d. Yes, you can run/ride indoors on a treadmill, trainer, or stationary bike. There are different ways to record/upload these activities. See the Strava website/app for details. If using indoor equipment, upload a photo of the machine readout displaying time and distance.

9. Log your activities using the honor system, no cheating! Anyone caught lying or cheating will be immediately disqualified. Disqualification will be the discretion of Josh and Ryan. If there are questions, please ask!

10. Encourage your friends, family, kids, dogs, cats, chickens, turkeys(really), etc. to join you. This is meant to be fun!

11. Be careful and do not injure yourself. If necessary, consult a physician prior to starting this or any other exercise program. If you can’t run or ride, you’re out!

12. There will be no refunds after 01/01/2024.

13. Good luck, have fun, and remember that anything worth doing is worth overdoing!