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2009 TR Reader Survey

Answer questions as they relate to you. For most answers, check the boxes most applicable to you or fill in the blanks.
Personal Data 1 of 6
Gender
Male
Female

Age
16 and Under
17-24
25-34
35-44
45+

Status
Married
Single

How many adults over the age of 18 live in your house?
0
1
2
3
4
5+

Do you have children under 18 that live in your house?
Yes
No

If yes, how many?
1
2-3
4-5
5+

What is your annual household income?
Less than $25,000
$25,001 - $35,000
$35,001 - $50,000
$50,001 - $75,000
$75,001 - $100,000
$100,001 - $125,000
$125,001 - $150,000
More than $150,001
I prefer not to respond

What is your highest level of education?
Doctorate Degree
Masters Degree
College Graduate
Some College
High School Graduate
Some High School

Are dogs part of your household?
Yes
No

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Running/Activity Data 2 of 6
How many years have you been trail running
Less than 2 years
2 - 5 Years
6 - 10 Years
More than 10 Years

How many times per week do you run (combined on/off road)
Less than 1
1
2
3
4
5 or more

How many miles a week do you run (combined on/off road)
10 or less
10 - 20
21 - 30
31 - 40
41 or more

Do you most often run
Solo
With dogs
With a partner
In a group

How many trail races do you run per year?
None
1 - 3
4 - 6
7 or more

What types of races do you run (check all that apply):
(Select all that apply.)
None
5K
10K
Half Marathon
Marathon
Ultra
Triathlon
Adventure race
Snowshoe races

Other activities (check all that apply):
(Select all that apply.)
Fastpacking
Backpacking
Car camping
Hiking
Orienteering
Mountain biking
Road biking
Road running
Skiing
Paddling
Swimming
None of the above

Please select all that apply:
(Select all that apply.)
Do you stretch?
Do Yoga or Pilates?
Get massage?
Get acupuncture?
Get chiropractic treatments?
Buy organic food/drinks?
Drink Alcohol?
None of the above

If you drink alcohol what do you prefer?
Beer
Wine
Liquor

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Magazine/Web Data 3 of 6
What is your favorite running web site?

Do you read Backpacker Magazine?
Subscribe
Read regularly
Don't read regularly
Don't read at all

Do you read National Geographic Adventure?
Subscribe
Read regularly
Don't read regularly
Don't read at all

Do you read Outside?
Subscribe
Read regularly
Don't read regularly
Don't read at all

Do you read Runner’s World?
Subscribe
Read regularly
Don't read regularly
Don't read at all

Do you read Running Times
Subscribe
Read regularly
Don't read regularly
Don't read at all

Do you read Ultrarunning?
Subscribe
Read regularly
Don't read regularly
Don't read at all

Do you read a regional running publication?
Subscribe
Read regularly
Don't read regularly
Don't read at all

What are your Top Five Favorite Trail Runner Sections (check only FIVE)
(Select five.)
Making Tracks (news)
Trail Tested (gear reviews)
Shoe Reviews
Great Escapes (destinations)
Faces (runner profiles)
Ask the Coach
Letters
Run Amok (column)
Last Gasp (column)
Training
Nutrition
Trail Rx
Trail Tips
Adventure Racing
Race features
Travel/destination features
Annual race calendar
Gallery

What are your Three Least Favorite Trail Runner Sections (check only THREE)
(Select three.)
Making Tracks (news)
Trail Tested (gear reviews)
Shoe Reviews
Great Escapes (destinations)
Faces (runner profiles)
Ask the Coach
Letters
Run Amok (column)
Last Gasp (column)
Training
Nutrition
Trail Rx
Trail Tips
Adventure Racing
Race features
Travel/destination features
Annual race calendar
Gallery

What about Trail Runner magazine makes it unique from other running publications? (30 words or less)

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Recreational Gear Survey 4 of 6
Gear you currently own:
(Select all that apply.)
Trail-running shoes
Snowshoes
ID Bracelet or tag
Hydration backpack
Hydration waist belt
Energy bars
Energy drinks/tablets
Recovery drinks/tablets
Other supplements
Running apparel
Running socks
Weatherproof outerwear
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Watch (chronometer)
Heart-rate monitor
Compass
GPS unit
Mapping software
ipod or portable music player
First-aid kit
Hot/cold pack
Emergency locator beacon
Cell phone
Knife or multi-tool
Hiking boots
Trekking poles
Tent
Sleeping bag
Sleeping pad
Lightweight stove
Pack
Headlamp
Flashlight
Car roof-rack system
None of the above

Gear you plan on purchasing:
(Select all that apply.)
Trail-running shoes
Snowshoes
ID Bracelet or tag
Hydration backpack
Hydration waist belt
Energy bars
Energy drinks/tablets
Recovery drinks/tablets
Other supplements
Running apparel
Running socks
Weatherproof outerwear
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Watch (chronometer)
Heart-rate monitor
Compass
GPS unit
Mapping software
ipod or portable music player
First-aid kit
Hot/cold pack
Emergency locator beacon
Cell phone
Knife or multi-tool
Hiking boots
Trekking poles
Tent
Sleeping bag
Sleeping pad
Lightweight stove
Pack
Headlamp
Flashlight
Car roof-rack system
None of the above

Where do you purchase your gear (check all that apply):
(Select all that apply.)
Running store
Outdoor specialty store
Outdoor retail chain
Sporting goods store
Internet/online
Mail order/catalog
Other

Annual $ spent on gear:
Less than $100
$100 to $499
$500 to $1,000
$1,000 or more

Does Trail Runner magazine* influence your gear purchases? *(Trail Tested articles, Shoe Reviews, paid advertising, etc.).
Yes
No

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Vehicle Data 5 of 6
Do you own a SUV or 4-wheel drive vehicle?
Yes
No

If you do own an SUV, what brand?
Ford
Toyota
Nissan
Honda
Subaru
Volkswagen
Hyundai
Jeep
Saturn
None of the above

Do you plan to purchase and SUV or 4-wheel drive vehicle within the next 12-18 months?
Yes
No

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Travel and Racing Data 6 of 6
What is your preferred race distance?
5K
10K
Half Marathon
Marathon
Ultra (races over marathon distance/26.2 miles)
None

How many miles do you drive annually to trail run or race?
0
1 - 100
101-200
201-300
301-400
401-500
Over 500

How many times do you fly to trail run/race per year?
0
1
2
3
More than 3

Have you ever taken a guided running tour?
Yes
No

If you have you ever taken a guided running tour was it:
Domestic
Abroad

Are you aware of Trail Runner’s Trophy Series?
Yes
No

Did you participate in 2007 Trophy Series races?
Yes
No
I don't know

Did you participate in 2008 Trophy Series races?
Yes
No
I don't know

Are you participating in 2009 Trophy Series races?
Yes
No
I don't know

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