Where Did Pirate Perry Come From?
Let Us Explain
First, he came from up north, greater Detroit to be more precises. Secondly, he came from the imagination of my then five-year old daughter. I said to the kids, "What are we going to call Dad's race management company?" Then instructed them to take their time and think about it. Knowing that kids can come up with the most obscure ideas, I patiently waited.
Fast forward two weeks to where the five-year old comes blazing into the bedroom. The conversation went like this:
Kid: Dad, I have a name for your races!
Me: Sweet, let's hear it.
Kid: PIRATE!! (with ear to ear smile and arms out in excitement)
Me: "Pirate" hugh, that's it? Just...Pirate?
- brief pause -
Kid: No Daddy....um...Pirate....Pirate...PP..PPAPPAPPEP...PIRATE PERRY!
Me: I like it! Let's roll with that!
What People Are Saying About Our Events
Testimonial
The Best of Arkansas
The Best of Arkansas
Thanks for a great event! That middle section was challenging but fun. Never run anywhere that had ropes to help climb out of the ravine.
Rocking Chair are great hosts too. From the parking guy wishing me well before the race to Jane knowing approximately what my time was when I was checking out, they are engaged with the event.
- Brent H., 50K finisher, Imperial, Missouri
The Best of Arkansas
The Best of Arkansas
The Best of Arkansas
From the article, "The 15 Best Road Races in Arkansas," Pirate Perry Events is stoked to report that two of our races made the list!
Thank you Best of Arkansas for your recognition!
Arkansas Outside
The Best of Arkansas
What's it Like to Run in Arkansas?
Arkansas Outside who provides information on outdoor sports throughout Arkansas, specializing in participatory sports like running, cycling, paddle sports, climbing, and hiking, wrote this great review of the 2017 David's Trail Endurance Run.
Arkansas Outside also gave us this awesome review of the 2016 David's Trail Endurance Run! Read and see what you missed!
What's it Like to Run in Arkansas?
What's it Like to Run in Arkansas?
What's it Like to Run in Arkansas?
Read this Trail Town article from the American Trail Running Association's Trail Town series. There's a lot happening in our area!
Jog With Your Dog
What's it Like to Run in Arkansas?
White River Marathon
Well + Good (www.wellandgood.com) has Jog with Your Dog representing Arkansas as one of The Fifty Coolest Races You Can Run This Year [2016]
White River Marathon
What's it Like to Run in Arkansas?
White River Marathon
Runner's Goal (runnersgoal.com) has put White River Marathon in the top 5 marathons in Arkansas - Read about it here
Who Is Pirate Perry?
Who We're Not!
We hate suits and indoor florescent lighting. Hating suits is one of the reasons we got into this business in the first place. This is a stock image, we simply can't decide what pic to put in here and besides, we couldn't tell you where our suits, skirts or ties are anyway!
We Are Seasoned Directors and Athletes!
Fitness is fun. Race Directing is fun in its own sick way. Managing races is our way to merge hobbies, lifestyle, and the need to put food on the table! We get excited to watch people succeed and even more so when we get to be a part of it!
Paul Gigliotti - Director / Operator
It is an honor for Race Director Paul Gigliotti to take part in the American Trail Running Association's (ATRA) annual race director conference as a panelist speaker. The ATRA conference covers topics such as "greening" events, registration and logistical improvements, and other trends in the industry. Also operating GIG Graphics, Paul gets a kick out of designing the apparel provided at Pirate Perry's Events!
Misty Krug - Social Media & Beyond
She's smarter than Pirate Perry and is an all-around bad-ass! Come see Misty at Fit.1 in Mountain Home or follow her blog, Fueling with Real Food for fitness & nutrition wisdom and some awesome recipes!
Stephanie Pendegraft
Because she's run more races than you, she knows everything about check-in and packet pickup. We don't actually pay her, but we sure do appreciate her!
Jake Anderson - Codirector
Jake co-directs us on the trail along with operating NC Arkansas' premier outfitter shop Norfork Adventure Supply. The man is a trail running and manicuring beast, with a fantastic beard.
Makenna Gigliotti
Codirector, Jog With Your Dog - She has a love for animals and that's all there is to it!
Pirate Perry's Partners
Altra
GIG Graphics - Apparel & Beyond
GIG Graphics - Apparel & Beyond
Pirate Perry's Official footware sponsor!
GIG Graphics - Apparel & Beyond
GIG Graphics - Apparel & Beyond
GIG Graphics - Apparel & Beyond
Shirts, hats & those amazing Cup Collars, GIG Graphics keeps us looking fantastic!
Fit.1
GIG Graphics - Apparel & Beyond
Fit.1
Local gym and studio with some great retail and local running groups!