The RFID Running Experience

The use of RFID technology in the marathon process made the experience enjoyable. ...

... "The RFID chip approach completely changes the whole dynamic. It’s light weight (imperceptible), trivial to attach to your shoe, and you can keep it because it’s extremely inexpensive. " ...

Via MIT Technology Review: RFID for Running Marathons

RFID tracks Rock n Roll Marathon

The Seattle Rock n Roll Marathon will integrate RFID technology into the race to track the runners. ...

... "Impinj -- along with partner ChronoTrack Systems -- are providing each participant with a radio frequency identification tag that will track start, split and finish times. " ...

Via TechFlash: RFID tags on runner shoes