Athletic Business Clueless Contest

Feb 3, 2011

Rob Bishop & Barry Klein

It's Your Turn â¦

We've all got strange stories. Let's share and have some fun!

Enter Athletic Business' Clueless Contest and show us just how silly people can get!

First, read Rob and Barry's hilarious blog, and then tell us about the best clueless-customer incident at your facility (in 100 words or less).

Was it the guy who blow-dried his sweaty shoes in the locker room? Or maybe the woman who showered with vinegar? Or how about that muscleman who did shoulder presses while on a treadmill? The world wants to know.

Send your entry to [email protected] by Feb. 14, 2011.

AB editors will determine the winners, whose entries will be featured in AB's daily E-News. The winners also will receive free registrations to the 2011 Athletic Business Conference & Expo in Orlando, December 1-3 (a $425 value).

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