Race bib

Abstract

A race bib and a method of assembling the same. The bib includes a first and second layers with a programmable tag embedded between them. Indicia are provided on a first surface or a second surface of the first layer. A backer is positionable between the tag and the first or second layers. During assembly, a competitor number is printed on the first layer with a digital printer, a tag number correlating to or corresponding to the competitor number is encoded into the tag with a RFID reader. The printing and encoding can be accomplished by a combined printer. Alternatively, an optical scanner reads the printed competitor number and transmits the same to the reader. The second layer overlays the first layer and is thermally welded or adhesively secured to the first layer.

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