In his capacity as grand instigator and supreme leader of the Los Angeles Cacophony Society, "Reverend Al" Ridenour was famed for his practical jokes. His presence at the Los Angeles marathon, however, was not universally appreciated.

Having unfurled a "Just Quit" banner at the 22-mile mark of the 26.2 mile course, the merry pranksters proceeded to entice tired runners to join the dark side with offers of doughnuts, beer, cigarettes and beef jerky!

[Among their other exploits? Engaging in "reverse shoplifting" (entering stores and planting such items as teddy bears filled with cement) and hosting a spooky Museum of Dental Decay on Halloween.]