I just saw this on Facebook. I am a complete newby to Disney racing, but isn't that kind of part of the reason people pay ridiculous amounts for a Disney race? Or is it the medal? I'm conflicted because I signed up for the Princess weekend this year assuming there would be characters on the course. Then I was thinking and realized - I know I personally will not likely stand in a long line for a character picture anyway, so I'm not sure it totally matters to me? I guess I just think they make the race kind of magical. I mean it was nearly $400.00 for the races, not including hotel or airfare, and if I just want a cool medal I'll run local races.
I'm one of the "mean" people who think you just need to know the time limit and budget your time. If you aren't fast enough to stop at all the characters, then you just don't get to stop at them all. Or like others have said - have more character stops. It really would be a shame if they got rid of them.
For those who have done Disney races in the past - if they did get rid of characters - what would keep you doing the races? I'm just curious to see what people feel the benefits are. Thanks!