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2010 Media Kit

Eight times a year, Colorado AvidGolfer distinguishes itself as the premier regional golf lifestyle magazine in the country. We report on and appeal to individuals who define the personality of Colorado and actively cover the pursuits that shape their lives. No other Colorado publication offers such an established readership, targeted demographic, community reputation and award-winning editorial and photography.

  • Official Magazine Partner of Choice of the Colorado Section of the PGA
  • Official Magazine Partner of Choice of the Colorado Golf Association
  • Official Magazine Partner of Choice of the Colorado Women's Golf Association
  • Official Magazine Partner of Choice of the Colorado Open Championships
  • Proud publisher of the Colorado Golf Guide (Click HERE for more information)

Demographics

  • CAG is the only magazine in the market that provides a mailed subscription to the homes of members at 34 private country clubs.
  • 48% of our 16,000+ subscribers live in the Top 25 Wealthiest Zip Codes in the Denver Metro Area.
  • 52% of our readership earns more than $150,000 per year.
  • More than 50% of our readers play golf at private clubs and resorts.

Distribution

  • Total annual readership: 425,000
  • Total annual circulation: 279,000
  • Total average circulation per issue: 35,000
  • Showcased at every high-end golf course and private club in Colorado
  • Provided to more than 300 corporate and high-end charity golf tournaments
  • Sold in retail outlets like Barnes and Noble, The Tattered Cover and Borders
  • In-room distribution at Colorado's premier hotels and resorts
  • On display in more than 63 luxury automobile dealerships
  • Featured at exclusive shopping outlets such as Cherry Creek and Park Meadows
  • Distributed to private aviation centers

2010 Deadlines

Colorado Avid Golfer

 

Magazine Advertising Specs

  • Full Page:  8.375” X 10.875” (trim)/8.5” X 11.125” (bleed) 
  • Spread: 16.75” X 10.875” (trim)/17” X 11.125” (bleed)
  • Ad Sizes:

                 2/3 Vertical: 4.75” X 10”
                 1/2 Horizontal: 7.25” X 4.875”
                 1/2 Vertical: 4.75” X 7.375”
                 1/3 Vertical: 2.25” X 10”
                 1/3 Square: 4.75” X 4.875”
                 1/6 Vertical: 2.25” X 4.875”
                 1/6 Horizontal: 4.75” X 2.3125

For FTP access with Fetch or other FTP client software:

  • IP address: 69.199.32.13:
  • User Name: cag
  • Password: cagaccess 

For HTTP access through a web browser:

  • URL: 69.199.32.13:8080
  • User Name: cag
  • Password: cagaccess

General Advertising Specifications

In keeping with industry standards regarding digital ad delivery, Colorado AvidGolfer promotes PDF/X-1a as the preferred submission format for all advertising files. We strongly encourage all advertisers to become familiar with the PDF/X standard. It is widely accepted and extremely reliable. However, we will continue to accept native file formats for a limited time. For more information regarding the PDF/X-1a format and a list of software vendors and service bureaus that support them, visit www.swop.org.

PDF/X-1a

  • PDF/X-1a filed saved on a CD-ROM, or uploaded via secure upload form (see FTP access above). Only one ad per file.
  • All high-resolution images and fonts must be included when the PDF/X-1a file is saved.
  • Only use Type 1 fonts (No TrueType fonts or Font Substitutions)
  • Images must be SWOP (CMYK or Grayscale) TIFF or EPS between 200 and 400 dpi.
  • Total area density should not except SWOP 300% TAC

Proofing

Color proofs should be submitted with digital files, and they should be printed at 100%. In absence of paper proofs or unacceptable proofs, Colorado AvidGolfer is not responsible for the color reproduction. Digital color calibrated proofs that meet SWOP standards should be used for digital ad materials. Black-and-white laser proofs are acceptable with color ads, but Colorado AvidGolfer cannot guarantee accurate color with such submissions. In cases when proofs cannot be supplied at 100%, please clearly indicate at what percentage the proof is printed.

Online Advertising Specs

  • Leaderboard (728 x 90)
  • Mini-Banner (202 x 90)
  • Medium Rectangle (300 x 250)

Files can be submitted as JPEGs, GIFs or Flash.

For Rotating Features (homepage, travel page, events page) clients must supply the following:

  • Image(s)
  • Headline
  • Main display text (20-30 word opening sentence describing offer)
  • Main body text with complete details 
  • URL link

PolyBag Insert Specs

  • Minimum Size–5.75" x 4"
  • Maximum Size–8.25" x 10.75"
  • Stock–Must be 80#
  • Inserts must be delivered by deadline to:

                 David Greenbury or Ed Teter
                 American Web
                 12790 E. 38th Ave.
                 Denver, CO 80239
                 (Clearly label or mark packaging with "Colorado AvidGolfer")

Belly Band Specs

  • Four Color
  • Stock–Gloss Text Weight
  • Weight–80#
  • Size–4.25" x 18.5"
  • Image Area–Full Bleed Minus Wrap Around
  • Belly Band must attach on center rear of magazine with a one-inch overlap
  • Trim size of publication is 8.375" x 10.875"