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Merchandise News, Upcoming Promotion & New Products

As I’m writing this newsletter to you, the weather here in Arizona has cooled off substantially making riding a much more enjoyable  experience. From the desert foothills to the canyons and backroads, there are plenty of riding options in the area. Look me up if you ever want to hit the twisties, backroads or just cruise. I know many of you will begin the “off” season but I encourage everyone to try and do as much riding as possible between now and May. It’s hard to believe that we’re in November and before you know it, we’ll be in 2025! Keep fit, eat right, hydrate, get your sleep and ride, ride and do more riding. Most of you know what it takes to endure ten straight days on the road, plus getting to Ontario and home again, but I can’t emphasize  enough to take care of yourselves physically and mentally. As Central Routes experienced last year, the weather and conditions can be demanding and you need to be sharp at all times. So, do what works for you and take care of your physical and mental health.

Last year the Central Route received a new trailer that included a brand new wrap symbolizing what Run For the Wall is and our mission. Along with the Central Route, the Midway Route trailer also received the new wrap and this year, the Southern Route trailer will be done as well. All three trailers will be heading to the Ontario area next month where they will be staged and prepped for the upcoming 2025 Run. Many thanks to Tommy “Two Chains” Cranford, Jerry “Corp” Wilkins and Carol Olmstead for lending a helping hand with the relocation and getting the trailers stocked and ready to go!

The other day my wife bought a turkey for Thanksgiving reminding me that the holidays are upon us. Beginning November 24th and continuing through Cyber Monday, December 2nd, you’ll find the following offers available in the store:

  1. Purchases over $50 will get free shipping. This is normally at $100.
  2. Purchases over $100 get 15% off everything in the store except sale items.
  3. Purchases over $200 get one free 2025 shirt that includes one men’s or women’s safety green Run shirt, men’s gray commemorative shirt or men’s blue polo shirt.

Today, a new Run For The Wall hat is available in the store! It comes in a khaki color with a green stripe flag on the front and POW*MIA on the back. It sells for $25. In addition to the hat, for the first time I am bringing 6″ x 9″ motorcycle flags to the store. The material is polyester, so more durable than nylon with a 1″ sleeve that fits a 3/8″ diameter pole nicely. There will be three options available. A USA and POW*MIA flag that will be sold for $15 and a RFTW flag for $18. Note that these do not include the pole so you’ll need to get that separately if you don’t already have it. Finally, in the hopper are three new items coming soon but likely not in time for the holidays. These are a new women’s V-neck short sleeve shirt, new RED long sleeve performance shirt and a special edition anniversary challenge coin.

To close, I am still looking for volunteers to help with sales on all three routes. I can work with the drivers regarding space to drive anyone across the country but can’t promise anything. Participants will register and be a part of the Run just like the riders including meals. So, if you are interested, or know of anyone that might want to help, please reach out to me.

Happy Thanksgiving to all of you. Ride, practice and be safe!

Alan “Xbox” Steiner
Director of Merchandise
Run For The Wall
https://rftw.us