Before and After. Although the Color Run was a blast, the best part was riding the subway home. It took an hour, but I had at least 15 people ask to take a picture with me. I would also see people slowly trying to sneak a picture of me, so I would immediately face them and stick out my tongue. Social norms are for losers. Riding the subway has never been more fun. As I was on an escalator, a lady turned around, saw me, screamed and jumped up a step. It was one of the funniest reactions I have had today. Consequences: Because I didn’t rinse off immediately, I am now stained with pink dye that will not wash off. It’s even harder explaining to people why I look this way without a bib number and running shoes.