So, I just got an email Edward W. (co-owner of Road ID) and my Road ID has shipped!!! I seriously can not wait to get it!!!!
For starters, it’s pink – so even without the claims of Road ID “saving my life”, I would still love it. But, even better, it can and will save my life (and it’s pink). I’m excited! 
For those of you who are not familiar with Road ID, the concept is simple: “if you ever find yourself in a situation where you can’t speak for yourself, your Road ID will speak for you.” The website is full of testimonials from people who have been injured while training – and thanks to Road ID, medical teams have been able to save lives with the information provided (your name, contact phone numbers, city, state and zip code).
I’ve been running for years and luckily, I have never been seriously injured (and I hope I never am) but just in case, I want my pink Road ID to help. BJ and I have been talking about the Road ID for months and I finally decided that May 28, 2009 was the right time to buy – especially with the race season in full swing. Now, I’m patiently waiting for USPS (first class mail) to deliver my (trendy) life-saving bracelet.
The best part of all: it doesn’t cost that much to save your life. I mean, let’s get serious – if I can save my life for $19.99, you better believe I’m going to do it.
Verdict (and all kidding aside): I think the Road ID is genius – and I’m really glad I decided to buy one. I can’t wait to get it and start wearing it around town – according to USPS tracking, it should be on my wrist by 5pm Friday night.
Two words: Road ID. Do it!
PS – I received a coupon to give to friends (let me know if you are serious about a Road ID and I’ll send it to you). It’s only $1 off – but, hey, a dollar is a dollar – especially in a recession.
I keep meaning to get one of these. You’re right, it’s totally worth the money. (And awesome-ly pink!)
Cool that it comes in Pink. Bonus. My first life saving purchase – mace.
Nice, Mel! Great idea too:)
Love it! So J that you got pink too; when I ordered mine they didn't have pink. Boo! You are so right though, it's a great investment in your LIFE. We all hope we'll never need it…but if we ever did, it would be invaluable. Thanks for spreading the word!