A commercial planning hub for Malaysian race organisers: quantities, material route, ribbon colours, sponsor logos, poly-bagging, bulk pricing and delivery timeline.
Race medals are not just a product catalogue choice. They affect registration value, sponsor visibility, race-pack flow, finish-line distribution, volunteer workload, carton labelling and delivery timing.
Use this hub when you are planning a larian amal, fun run, corporate wellness run, half marathon or full marathon in Malaysia. If you only need to browse materials, start with metal medals and acrylic medals, then return here to lock the event plan.
Pick the row closest to your race before asking for a quote. The answer changes by participant count, sponsor promise and distribution method.
| Event type | Medal route | Ribbon direction | Packing / distribution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Larian amal / charity run Medal supplier hub | Acrylic medal or light die-cast medal with sponsor logo area | Brand or cause colour, plus sponsor logo repeat if budget allows | Poly-bag by participant category; keep VIP/sponsor medals separate |
| 5K / 10K public fun run Marathon medal design guide | Acrylic for budget control, die-cast when the event sells on medal quality | Bright event palette, distance colour coding if there are multiple distances | Bulk carton by distance and collection counter |
| Half marathon / full marathon Marathon medal design guide | Die-cast metal, thicker profile, optional cut-out or layered finish | Custom printed ribbon with event name, date, distance and main sponsor | Poly-bag each medal; carton labels must match finisher distribution flow |
| Corporate wellness run Bulk medal sourcing guide | Acrylic medal with full-colour company/event artwork | Corporate colours, avoid overloading with too many department logos | By department or office location if HR distributes after the run |
| Race series / multi-state challenge Medal quantity planning | Consistent base shape with year, location or distance variation | Shared series template with location colour accents | Separate state cartons and delivery notes; add spare buffer per stop |
These decisions control the quote more than the first medal sample image.
Count paid participants, complimentary entries, volunteers, VIPs, sponsors, podium sets and a spare buffer. For public runs, the medal count should not equal only registration count.
Use medal calculatorDecide shape, diameter, thickness, finish, date line and whether sponsor logos sit on the medal, ribbon or event insert.
Design guideUnit price changes by material, quantity, mould/setup route, ribbon print and packing. Quote the full quantity ladder, not just one number.
Bulk pricing guideRibbon carries event identity from far away. Use brand colours, cause colours or distance coding, then check cultural/religious sensitivity.
Ribbon colour guideSend these details once, in one message or worksheet. It avoids three rounds of "can quote ah?" without enough information.
| Spec item | What to decide | Planning note |
|---|---|---|
| Medal material | Acrylic, die-cast metal or hybrid route | Acrylic suits full-colour and tight budgets. Die-cast metal suits premium race positioning. |
| Medal size | Diameter or longest edge in mm | Bigger is not always better. Weight affects shipping, volunteer handling and finisher comfort. |
| Ribbon | Plain, custom printed or woven | Custom printed ribbon is the common event route because sponsor/logo changes are easier. |
| Sponsor logos | Medal face, ribbon, back face or insert card | Too many logos on the medal face make it look like a flyer. Put secondary sponsors on ribbon or insert. |
| Name/date text | Event name, year, distance, finisher line | Lock date and distance before artwork approval. Late date changes can force reprint. |
| Packing | Loose bulk, individual poly-bag, counter bundles | Poly-bagging slows production but protects finish and speeds volunteer distribution. |
| Delivery | Single KL point, multiple state drops or East Malaysia cargo | Quote delivery city and handover date. Remote locations need buffer. |
Sponsor visibility is a promise to the sponsor, but too many marks on the front can make the medal unreadable. Decide logo hierarchy before design starts.
| Logo type | Best placement | Rule |
|---|---|---|
| Main sponsor | Medal face or top ribbon repeat | Give clear priority. One main logo can work on the medal face. |
| Co-sponsors | Ribbon repeat or back face | Use equal sizing and a simple row. Avoid crowding the front artwork. |
| Cause / NGO logo | Medal face if it is the event identity | For larian amal, the cause mark may deserve more prominence than a corporate sponsor. |
| Government / council logo | Top or back with clear-space rule | Get approval on crest usage and ordering before proof sign-off. |
| Many small sponsors | Insert card or event board, not medal face | If there are more than 5 logos, the medal face will not read cleanly. |
For quantity logic, use the medal quantity calculator before sending the brief.
The medal may be small, but large quantities need artwork approval, ribbon printing, packing and carton labelling discipline.
Best for colourful, budget-aware events, school runs, themed larian amal and shorter lead times when full-colour artwork matters.
Browse acrylic medalsBest for paid races, half marathons, full marathons and events where the finisher medal is a major registration value.
Browse metal medalsUse the broader medal supplier guide when your order also includes school medals, sports day medals or podium sets.
Open medal supplier guideFor standard acrylic or simpler stock medal routes, start 6-8 weeks before race day. For custom die-cast medals, premium finishes, custom ribbons and large quantities, start 10-12 weeks ahead so artwork, mould/setup and delivery buffers are realistic.
Acrylic medals are useful for colourful budget-sensitive fun runs and charity runs. Metal die-cast medals feel more premium and suit paid race events where the finisher medal is part of the registration value.
Yes, but place them carefully. One main sponsor can sit on the medal face if it does not overpower the event identity. Multiple sponsors usually work better on the ribbon, back face, insert card or carton label.
Poly-bagging means each medal is packed in an individual clear bag before boxing. It helps protect the finish and speeds race-pack or finish-line distribution, but it adds handling time and should be included in the production timeline.
Related cluster
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WhatsApp-first quote flow
Send quantity by distance, sponsor logo priority, ribbon route, packing method and delivery date. We will quote material, ribbon, poly-bagging and courier together.
Quote, artwork proof, SST/courier and lead time confirmed in chat.