Marathon Weekend 2018

[Dis5150]

ADR question: sis and BIL are thinking of bringing one of my older nieces to watch their 2 youngest overnight before the marathon and while they run. They are staying offsite most of the trip but with DD28 and I the night before the marathon (the 2 of them are on my DVC reservation). Any chance they will let me add her to my ADR’s? I only have 2, Whispering Canyon after the 5k and Beaches & Cream the evening after the marathon.

 

[FFigawi]

This is a great list WillieT

I am a little confused about this item. If I am planning on discarding outer layers I usually just pin my bib to my shorts as I usually keep those on. I am not sure how you would discard underneath layers. A race belt or SPI belt with Bib holders can also be used to strap on your bib in a way that you can remove layers and still have it showing.

I always put my bib on my innermost layer. This way I can take off a jacket or long sleeve top and still be good to go. Discarding an inner layer seems like far too much trouble.

WDW Marathon Pros: For spectators wanting to view us in WS, which are the best countries to hang-out in front of?

Mexico, because margaritas!
France, because champagne!
Germany, because beer!

You really can't go wrong with any of those, though I'd probably opt for Germany or France. The path through Mexico always seems narrower and more crowded to me.

 

[PCFriar80]

ADR question: sis and BIL are thinking of bringing one of my older nieces to watch their 2 youngest overnight before the marathon and while they run. They are staying offsite most of the trip but with DD28 and I the night before the marathon (the 2 of them are on my DVC reservation). Any chance they will let me add her to my ADR’s? I only have 2, Whispering Canyon after the 5k and Beaches & Cream the evening after the marathon.

It's going to be tough, but it's worth a call. B&C is so small that availability for 2 extra will be tough. The other thing you could try is a day or two before the actual ADR recheck the availability as some folks tend to cancel closer to their actual reservation. Good luck!

 

[DisneyRunner18]

Has any information been released about pace groups yet for Marathon weekend?

 

[Dis5150]

It's going to be tough, but it's worth a call. B&C is so small that availability for 2 extra will be tough. The other thing you could try is a day or two before the actual ADR recheck the availability as some folks tend to cancel closer to their actual reservation. Good luck!

Thanks, I’ll try calling tomorrow. I have a reservation for 6, I just need to add 1 to make it 7. And 2 are kids. But yeah, B&C is so tiny I’m worried about that one.

 

[cavepig]

Has any information been released about pace groups yet for Marathon weekend?

Haven't seen anything yet, usually it gets posted in a facebook group or galloway's page maybe a week out (can't remember how far).

 

[IamTrike]

@croach may be a jerk, but he’s OUR jerk ...

I didn't think it was jerky at all I thought it was funny. I've actually never had a situation where I've lost my shorts mid race. Here in Raleigh the Krispy Kreme Challenge is adjacent to a local college. There are college guys that run it wearing only two strategically placed plates held together with string and their running shoes. I've got more of a Homer Simpson build so I wouldn't want to subject anyone to that.

I always put my bib on my innermost layer. This way I can take off a jacket or long sleeve top and still be good to go. Discarding an inner layer seems like far too much trouble.

that was my thought too. The shorts have just been my go to place because I don't have to worry about lifting my outer layer if I decide to keep it on after the start.

Thanks, I’ll try calling tomorrow. I have a reservation for 6, I just need to add 1 to make it 7. And 2 are kids. But yeah, B&C is so tiny I’m worried about that one.

I hope it works out for you. I think the biggest issue with adding to the reservation is if they have to switch to a different size table or join tables together. I seem to remember the booths there seating six. If you don't have good luck with the reservation and if you think your group can reasonably fit into one of those booths, I might just try and bring that person when you check in at B&C.

 

[ZellyB]

WDW Marathon Pros: For spectators wanting to view us in WS, which are the best countries to hang-out in front of?

I’ll second Germany. My family has met us there twice. It’s very wide there and easy to get out of the flow to visit a minute.

 

[cavepig]

And yeah I agree it's a pain removing under layers....in 2015 I started with a long sleeve under my tank (with the flu my temp was all messed up, freezing than too hot.) Well, when I stopped at 2 miles for a porta & I had to remove it waiting in line, which meant taking off the tank, then the long sleeve, then getting the tank back on, it was kind of a pain hurrying to get all put back together before my turn in the porta (I wasn't going to try to redress in there as it was dark and you know gross). Then of course the long sleeve was one I had just bought & wanted to keep so had to stuff it through my belt for the next 24 miles, annoying....So, this year I'll have arm warms & jacket to easily toss if needed, no under removing.

 

[IamTrike]

WDW Marathon Pros: For spectators wanting to view us in WS, which are the best countries to hang-out in front of?

In Norway in front of Akershsus there is a raised rock outcropping. If you cheer from there it gives you a slightly elevated perspective to cheer from.

 

[bananabean]

The Trackshack social media countdown looking back picture yesterday, while I love the 90s, this jacket is something...the purple & light blue again, will be interesting to see how much that does play in this years merch if at all besides the preorder shirts.
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I can hear that very specific crinkling noise now.

 

[Baloo in MI]

Just gotta say... That sucker is done! Marathon sim was 20 miles of snow or ice so I got to really work on my balance. Only fell once and was fine outside feeling dumb laying in someone’s driveway at 6am. No one saw, so did it really happen? Anyway it is done and now begins the taper.

 

[LSUfan4444]

ADR question: sis and BIL are thinking of bringing one of my older nieces to watch their 2 youngest overnight before the marathon and while they run. They are staying offsite most of the trip but with DD28 and I the night before the marathon (the 2 of them are on my DVC reservation). Any chance they will let me add her to my ADR’s? I only have 2, Whispering Canyon after the 5k and Beaches & Cream the evening after the marathon.

From my experience they usually have to cancel the current reservation and add a new one. So they would have an opening for the new party size to make the change.

 

[CherieFran]

Dopey simulation - 2/5/9/18 - done! Despite being a HUGE baby this morning trying to motivate myself to get outside, I actually felt pretty decent. All yesterday’s snow/ice melted and it warmed up from low 30s to mid 40s during the run. Ready for taper time - my favorite part of marathon training!

 

[Grumpy_42K]

Pay close attention to your surroundings once you enter Magic kingdom. This is a high collision area as other runners will stop dead in front of you to take pictures or cut you off to meet family on main street. I pulled muscles avoiding a collision one year because a inconsiderate self-centered jerk cut directly in front of me, and slowed almost for a stop in ordered to get his picture taken by the photopass people, right before the castle. That park has the worst congestion, so watch out. And in general some people think the photographers are there just for them...use caution when you see their green sheds

AGREED!
Two years ago running down Main Street a woman stopped dead in front of me and turned around to take a selfie.
I incidently got to second base as I was trying to avoid a collision.
My compliments to that sports-bra. I would love to see how that selfie turned out?

Rookies need to know that AFTER you exit Cinderella's Castle,
move to your left and Disney has photographers or you can take your own photos under the castle out of the way of runners.
(They also have photographers as you storm out of the castle, so smile.)

If you must stop on Main Street to see someone, etc, move to the far right.
The left side is traffic and watch out for the trolley tracks.

This year the course has changed and we actually get to run through the MK entry gates which mean a longer run down Main Street!

Regarding World Showcase spectating, some years it has been opened by the time I pass through, others it has only been runners.
They have people roped off in UK as you pass from backstage pretty much every year though.
If WS opens at 10:00 then it will likely be open for a lot of runners but not all.
Perhaps a benefit or curse of starting in a later corral.

 

[RENThead09]

I know registration has been long closed up is there any way to register for a race through a group? My son has decided to join us last minute. TIA!

There may be some charities that still have spots depending on what race you are looking for. fundraising varies. I have seen posts from:
Homes for our Troops (yes, I am biased for Team HFOT)
Teaching and Learning Collaberative
Tourette Association of America

Havent seen anything from TAs with spots available.

Good Luck

 

[cavepig]

If WS opens at 10:00 then it will likely be open for a lot of runners but not all.
Perhaps a benefit or curse of starting in a later corral.

World Showcase opens at 11:00, except Norway(Frozen) opens at 9:00am and the France Bakery opens at 9:00am, so they'll be regular park guest people in World Showcase as early as 9:00 wondering around.

 

[DopeyBadger]

Wrapped up peak week!

Tuesday - 10.2 total miles with a 2 x 3 mile workout at Daniels T pace (60 min race pace; 6:31 min/mile) in the middle. Set a new 10k PR of 41:25 during it. Guess my two fastest 10ks are now both run/walk.
Wednesday - 7 miles (60 min) at easy (MP + 27%; 8:36 min/mile)
Thursday - 15 total miles with 9 miles at current fitness marathon pace (averaged 6:52). Set a 2nd fastest 10k PR during it at 42:25.
Friday - 7 miles (60 min) at easy (MP + 27%; 8:39 min/mile)
Saturday - 11 miles (90 min) at slightly harder easy (MP + 18%; 7:49 min/mile)
Sunday - 19 miles (144 min) at current fitness marathon pace + 9% (averaged 7:28). Held a consistent pace from beginning to end.

In all, 69.4 miles in just over 9 hours. Time to enjoy the taper and rest up for that victory lap!

 

[davyimpact]

I've been lurking/stalking/watching fervently for months (without creepiness). I've run >20 marathons and 4-5 disney marathons, but skipped last year. Now we LIVE here (from upstate NY and Virginia). It's totally diff and we now have annual passes! NO WAY! Anyway, I miss the green army guy at the ramp demanding push-ups (there's always some young dude ready to show off) and the grave diggers and my death march around epcot. I think that perhaps the grave diggers should be near the end, but what do I know.
So, I'm just an old guy who loves to run and loves disney. Hi to my new DIS strava friends.
my stats:

Race: the big boy
Name: dave
Costume: always as a pirate!!!
DIS name: I think it's davyimpact
Corral: A
Meet-up: coolio
Front, middle, return: whatevs, see below
Expected pace: hoping bw 7:45 and 8 pace (including the death march through epcot).

One more thing I haven't seen mentioned. While there are many portapotties near the start (never enough), there are also so VERY handy woods right behind them with no lines. And, yes, I am aware women partake (I don't watch). I tend to use them more than once in all the waiting which is why I don't know how my place in the corral is unknown. Remember, you didn't hear any of this from me.

 

[lhermiston]

Good morning, runDisney all-stars!

I’m not seeing @rteetz around yet today, so I’m going to hop in with a Sundays are for Disney question based on a question I get from people a lot when I talk around running:

What motivates you to run and why runDisney?