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ByLeo Victor

10 Best Race Swag Ideas & 5K Promotional Items

Are you ready to come in first with the most useful and creative race swag for your next event this year? We are here to make it happen so your brand or cause is remembered long after the race is over.

The Best Runner Swag Bag Ideas

It is no secret that great runner swag bags are a staple when it comes to fundraisers, 5K walks, and runs. The reasoning behind this well-established convention is pretty simple, when it comes to spreading a message, promotional products are the most effective and cost-efficient way to do it.

In fact, when it comes to nailing down the best race swag, you definitely don’t have to bust the bank to win. Top-performing promotional merchandise can start at prices as low as 1/10th of a cent per item and will continue to drum up exposure for your cause long after the race is over. Talk about a winning initiative.

That said, if you are wondering where to start, we have compiled a handy list of some of the top race swag in 2023 that is bound to leave a lasting impression so that you can set your next 5k marathon, walk or run off with a real bang!

1. The Fun Tote Bag

When it comes to the best runner swag bag ideas, a killer tote to hold all those winning giveaway items is obviously a good place to start.

While any of our amazing selection of high-quality totes will do, a Tote Bag is a winning pick for health and fitness enthusiasts. Not only is it available in a full range of no less than understated yet sporty color accent picks perfectly highlight your gorgeous precision executed screen printed or full-color logo design, but it also features tons of thoughtful extras like a durable 600D polyester construction, a top zippered closure for easy portability on the fly, and a front pocket and side mesh pocket for water bottles and accessories along with a handy split ring attachment for keys.

Talk about a real winner!

Custom Fun Tote Bags

2. Sound Trek Wireless Earbuds

When it comes to training up for the big race, almost every runner is going to appreciate a great set of custom earbuds to keep them rocking.

That said, nobody wants to deal with getting tangled messy wires while working it out, and this is why these wireless earbuds are amongst the best race swag that you will find. Not only do they feature a high-tech rechargeable design with a built-in microphone and portable control buttons included, but they come in a snazzy case in your choice of six head-turning color picks with a built-in clip for easy portability on the go. 


3. PopSockets: Expanding Stand and Grip for Smartphones and Tablets

Custom Popsockets are the type of high-quality branded swag that everybody can use, and runners are no exception.

Suffice it say that there is no need to worry about smartphones falling out of slippery or sweaty hands when you have the classic Popsocket phone grip and stand on your side, and is a great opportunity to co-brand with a name that people already love and trust.

That said if you want to learn more about what these intuitive accessories make for the best race swag in 2023? Swing by and check out this video!

Custom PopSockets For Your Race

4. The Tap N’ Read Fitness Tracker Pedometer Watch

These intuitive high-tech smart counters are an easy win when it comes to the best race swag. While it is no secret that Fitbit is the name that every fitness nerd wants to own, they are probably a bit pricey in terms of the average 5k race giveaway ideas.

Needless to say, a Pedometer is a great giveaway alternative, intuitively tracking steps, distance, calories burned and active time all on a smart and easy to use Active-Touch Display LCD lit screen. The high-quality silicone strap is super comfortable and available in your choice of three stylish color picks to perfectly offset your pad printed or full branded logo design, and it is water-resistant and comes complete with a set of spare button cell batteries to complement an already long-lasting battery life that a marathon runner needs to depend on.

Keep in mind that for those looking for an even more budget-friendly choice, this eye-catching Pedometer Activity Watch or any of our other high-quality clip-on pedometers are also fantastic picks. 


5. Water Resistant Floating Phone Pouch

Multipurpose tech accessories are super hot this year, and any runner is bound to appreciate the type of 5k promotional items that give them an easy way to keep their essentials together without having to carry extra weight.

This is why branded phone wallets and custom cardholders are the types of highly affordable race swag in 2023 that everybody wants to get their hands on, and this super handy Water Resistant Floating Phone Pouch in terms of the best race swag in 2023. Not only will it allow runners to keep their phone and charger on them in their off time without having to worry about how to carry it, but it is available in five sporty color picks that will have everybody talking. 

Custom Lanyard with Wallet Holder

6. The Drawstring Sport Pack

Drawstring bags are another obvious hit when it comes to runner swag bag ideas. Not only are they highly affordable, but they feature a sporty backpack style construction that fitness lovers and runners are bound to appreciate.

In terms of good starting points, we suggest something like the Drawstring Sport Pack. With almost 30 eye-catching background colors to choose from over a sturdy 210D polyester, reinforced corner design with double drawcord closure, your quality screen printed logo is bound to speak for itself.

That said, don’t forget to check out our custom Quick Guide To Custom Printed Drawstring Bags to learn more about all the great alternatives we have to offer. 


7. The Gamma PowerXTD™ Mobile Power Bank

Marathon runners can’t exactly count on having access to a power outlet in the great outdoors, and that is why these sporty clip-on Mobile Power Bank are the type of 5k race giveaway ideas that are a surefire hit. Offering nifty extras like a charging indicator light a micro USB cable to charge the power bank included, nobody is going to say no to 2,200mAh of backup power when they need it most.

That said, we just love to bring your custom power bank and portable charger ideas to life, so don’t hesitate to reach out to us with whatever shape or look you have in mind. 

Custom Power Banks

8. The Salute2 24 oz. Tritan Bottle

When it comes to the best race swag, custom fitness bottles are the type of gear that everybody really needs to have on hand.

When it comes to 5k race giveaway ideas, the Tritan Bottle is both an affordable and practical pick, offering a lightweight food-safe, dishwasher-safe and BPA-Free Tritan plastic construction that is as easy to pick up and carry on the go. The signature ring straw ensures that precious hydration will actually hit the mark, and the six flashy color picks available are a surefire way to turn heads.

That said, anybody really wanting to step it up can also opt for high-grade stainless steel construction models like this Takeya® 24 oz model instead.


9. The Rubik USB Flash Drive

When it comes to the best way to store all those amazing memories to show off to family and friends, the Rubik USB Flash Drive will have everybody talking.

Featuring a cute Rubix cube inspired design that doubles as a stress buster, this nifty drive is available in your choice of seven capacity options that are the perfect way to keep those photos safe, sound, and ready to bust out.

That said, when it comes to custom flash drives, if you can dream it, we can make it happen, so don’t hesitate to reach out with your unique ideas. 

Custom USB Flash Drives

10. The Light Up Mobile Phone Armband

Training is a huge part of anything marathon, and this is why this elegant Light Up Mobile Phone Armband makes for some of the best race swag in 2023. Not only is it water-resistant, but it comes complete with three different light up settings for safe training at any time of the day or night, as well as a handy key holder to keep everything you need to rock that run safe, sound and accessible.

As an added bonus, we even offer 24-hour rush delivery on many other swag picks. 


Ready, Set … GO!!!

So now that you are ready and armed with some of the best race swag ideas to set your event off with a bang, we are here to make your job easier.

Our simple, intuitive online upload tools make creating your own distinct custom products a snap, and we offer plenty of convenient rush delivery items for those who like to live life in the fast lane. Of course, there is no rule that says runner swag bag ideas have to be only fitness-related, and if you are looking for the type of surefire hits that will appeal to anybody don’t forget to scope our top seller list as well!

Essentially, our unbeatable selection and service gives you everything you need to come out on top with the best race swag in 2023. So, what are you waiting for? We can’t wait to hear from you.