Dear Readers,
In a few days it will be the one year anniversary of my weekly Das Z Letter. That's 52 Das Z Letters, plus some additional "out of step" articles, and the complete "Too Far Gone" blog archive going back to 2020.
I can say with certainty that I love sharing my personal and honest thoughts and feelings about running with you, and I will continue to do so. Even a little bit more.
Starting today, I will be publishing additional running articles and essays exclusively for paid subscribers that will be marked as "Das Z [+] Letter", or short "[+]". At least two per month, probably more.
NEW: Das Z [+] Letters
The first two Das Z [+] Letters are already online, have a look:
If you're looking for extended, in-depth reads with even more insight, more unabashed honesty, and more personal revelations, please consider a monthly or annual subscription. It costs less than a cup of coffee (okay, I admit, a coffee in a big city like Munich) and it directly rewards my work. Of course, you can cancel your subscription at any time.
More Benefits
As some nice extra perks, I will be publishing all Das Z [+] Letters in both English and German (Richtig gelesen, den Das Z [+] Letter wird es auch auf Deutsch geben) and adding a 10€ shopping voucher for my running brand Willpower.
All benefits at a glance:
Bi-Monthly Das Z [+] Letters
Editorial German Translation of all Das Z [+] Letters
10€ Willpower Running Discount Code
Why going paid is an important step
On a larger scale, your paid subscription supports not only me as a writer, but also independent media free from corporate advertising. A concept that fits very well with the way many readers consume content today and also with my personal beliefs.
Growing up as a hardcore-punk kid, I fully embraced the ideas of DIY and independent art and publishing. Something that hasn't changed to this day.
At the same time, I invest a lot of time in the Das Z Letter. And I believe that my writing is unique and of value to the running community. Together we can prove that independent publishing is the way to go for both writers and readers.
Being Nice
There’s also an easy way to gift subscriptions if you know someone who might like this kind of thing.
If you’re on a tight budget and can’t afford a paid subscription please be in touch.
I am ready. Are you?
I sincerely appreciate your support, and I will work hard to make sure you subscribers get your money's worth many times over.
Much love,
Chris aka Das Z
PS: If you hate subscriptions, or just want to show your love and support occasionally, we can stick to the idea of taking me out for a cup of coffee. Or Ko-Fi, in this case. See the link below. Also very much appreciated!
Count me in ❤️