Marathon Weekend 2020

[MissLiss279]

I'm sure the "#9 lime green" will make since at some point. Unless I'm missing something Boardwalk would be the most convenient as it is the closest to DHS and on the same side of the water as the path. We are planning to go after the 5k.

Since all those resorts share a bus, it might be faster to get off at the first stop, whatever it is. I think Boardwalk was the last stop, if I’m remembering correctly. (I could be wrong and things could change...)

 

[mbrittb00]

Since all those resorts share a bus, it might be faster to get off at the first stop, whatever it is. I think Boardwalk was the last stop, if I’m remembering correctly. (I could be wrong and things could change...)

I didn't realize they shared a bus. But yeah, probably first stop of the three would be best.

 

[Dopey 2020]

Yup, Swan is usually first and very quick to walk over the bridge to the HS path behind Boardwalk. There will be runners coming from the BW heading to BC during the 10k but I would think you can still access the path.

#9 lime is the number/color RD assigns to that route (I think) so that’s the stop to look for at the finish line (the resort names will be on the sign as well)

 

[PrincessV]

How’d you happen to discover the link to the guide was out and where is the guide linked from? I’m trying to figure out if there is something I should be watching as there’s nothing new in my rundisney dashboard.

A couple years ago, rD started using the same URL for all event guides, just updating the content for each race weekend. So I have that URL saved and was checking it a few times a day to see if it switched from Wine & Dine info to Marathon Weekend. Just dumb luck that one of the times I checked yesterday it had just been switched!

 

[aalvis]

I looked more in depth at the course last night. I'm ok with it. Usually my least favorite parts of the course were from the Polynesian to AK, then after AK to WWoS, and then from the stadium to DHS. This year's course, I think my least favorite part will be from exiting EPCOT to the TTC, so I'm fine getting that out of the way early. I like that the out and back before AK is gone. I haven't been for a while, but if I remember, the back part of Blizzard Beach is either stairs or hills to get up to the slides, so I"m fine with the course they have in there. I wish we'd be running on Hollywood Boulevard, but considering the likely crowds, I understand their diversion. Same with EPCOT and the Future World construction. We need to start lobbying Disney to bring up a margarita cart to where the course is about to go backstage. That, or we can put my friend in the text group and text him when you're coming and make him go pick up the margaritas and bring them to the course to hand off to you.

I am okay with the course too. I never ran the old course, so I have nothing to compare it to. I like that the parks are back to back at the end. The parks will motivate me to keep going when things get hard.

 

[mbrittb00]

Yup, Swan is usually first and very quick to walk over the bridge to the HS path behind Boardwalk. There will be runners coming from the BW heading to BC during the 10k but I would think you can still access the path.

#9 lime is the number/color RD assigns to that route (I think) so that’s the stop to look for at the finish line (the resort names will be on the sign as well)

Thanks. We'll be doing this after the 5k, so won't have to worry about runners. Not knowing my way "through" the Dolphin/Swan, is it better to go out the "back" across the semi-circular lake, then around to the boardwalk, or is there a way to somehow go "through" the left (from the entrance) out the side?

 

[DopeyBadger]

Saw this mentioned on Facebook and it's a very good point.



The reminder states to arrive at EPCOT by 3:30am. That's not uncommon because rD usually recommends being to the course about 1.5hrs in advance of the race. The catch though is this year the course runs through the EPCOT parking lot at mile 2.



Which means there might come a point where crossing the parking lot becomes more difficult for late arrivals to the race. By someone else's math, the wheelchair athletes could be crossing the parking lot at 5:06am, and make it to the cross point with the "walk out" at 3.8 miles around 5:12am. So just something to consider on race morning and when you decide to make your way to the start line.

 

[GuinnessRunner]

Trying to be positive, so a couple more thoughts as I look at the maps more:

1) While we don't get to run around World Showcase in the dark, the new course should give us a chance to get a nice picture with Spaceship Earth lit up in the background.
2) They have made getting a margarita at the end of the full much harder but they set it up great to get one to finish off the HM.
3) While it might change (as we've seen the map illustrations do in the past), I wonder what the reasoning is for us to (a) go in to MK through the turnstiles on the HM but miss the back part of new Fantasy Land and (b) on the full, come in by Tony's, but pick up the back part of New Fantasy Land? I guess, as someone mentioned earlier, maybe it is so they can be ready earlier to get guests in?
4) Still can't come up with much positive to say about the BB and HS portions...
5) The "parade" under Test Track might be a neat visual for those riding as we finish up the marathon.

 

[Dopey 2020]

Thanks. We'll be doing this after the 5k, so won't have to worry about runners. Not knowing my way "through" the Dolphin/Swan, is it better to go out the "back" across the semi-circular lake, then around to the boardwalk, or is there a way to somehow go "through" the left (from the entrance) out the side?

I don’t know it very well either but from what I remember this is where the bus drops you at the Swan and the path that I have taken before to get from Swan to BW and of course continue on to HS

 

[mbrittb00]

I don’t know it very well either but from what I remember this is where the bus drops you at the Swan and the path that I have taken before to get from Swan to BW and of course continue on to HS

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I was looking at it from the Dolphin side. Glad I came here.

 

[JS71]

Seems like the course is not going the Magic Kingdom welcome gate.

 

[kirstie101]

Ok so the important stuff first... margaritas... what’s an Italian margarita and is it an acceptable substitute for a real margarita? If I need a real margarita, how far off course will the detour be?

Less important, what are we going to see in the DHS section? Anything interesting at all?

 

[camaker]

Ok so the important stuff first... margaritas... what’s an Italian margarita and is it an acceptable substitute for a real margarita? If I need a real margarita, how far off course will the detour be?

Less important, what are we going to see in the DHS section? Anything interesting at all?

From the Tutto Italia menu:

• Italian Margarita - Limoncello, tequila, fresh lime juice

It's frozen, if that makes a difference. I'm not a big drinker, but I enjoy the occasional margarita and the Italian Margarita is one of the few drinks I'll go out of my way to get at Disney. It's available in the little drink kiosk at the front of Italy in Epcot, so it's convenient for runners.

 

[Sleepless Knight]

I shouldn’t be doing the 1/2 but I’m going to do it.
I haven’t been training but half of me says that just means I haven’t injured myself yet!
Self-guided Boot camp started today.
I expect to get up to 7 miles before the race, then wing it on race day with plenty of bandaids and ibuprofen in my fanny pack.
Wish me luck!

I once ran a half at Disneyland on just 3 weeks of training. So it can be done and you have more time than that. Just accept that your time will be slower and that you may need to cut out character stops, et all in order to finish. Good luck.

 

[kirstie101]

From the Tutto Italia menu:

• Italian Margarita - Limoncello, tequila, fresh lime juice

It's frozen, if that makes a difference. I'm not a big drinker, but I enjoy the occasional margarita and the Italian Margarita is one of the few drinks I'll go out of my way to get at Disney. It's available in the little drink kiosk at the front of Italy in Epcot, so it's convenient for runners.

That actually sounds amazing and will work just fine! Thanks!

 

[michigandergirl]

My thoughts on the course:

1) I have mixed feeling about the elimination of WWOS. When I ran my first marathon in 2016, I felt the same way as most of you - I hated that area. I was struggling mentally & physically, I had a rock in my shoe, and I couldn't wait to get out of there. But, in 2018 I had a completely different experience. I stopped for a few character photos with very short lines. I used a real bathroom with no line. And I was so hungry at that point, that it was like an oasis with all of the spectators handing out real food (thank you pickle lady)! Instead of sucking my energy, I left that area feeling great.

2) My original plan for the world showcase was to stop for a beer in Germany, drink it, then get a margarita for the finish, but now I suppose I'll just have to get 2 beers in Germany.

 

[mr incredibleS1]

I know the golden rule is not to change anything that you do for race day. I have competed several marathons, always wearing a full fuel belt, even though there is water / Gatorade on course. I'm actually contemplating not wearing the belt, and really utilizing the water stops instead. I may just carry one bottle in case I want a sip between stops. Your thoughts?

 

[princesspirateandrunner]

I know the golden rule is not to change anything that you do for race day. I have competed several marathons, always wearing a full fuel belt, even though there is water / Gatorade on course. I'm actually contemplating not wearing the belt, and really utilizing the water stops instead. I may just carry one bottle in case I want a sip between stops. Your thoughts?

Disney does have more water stops than most courses, so you would probably be fine relying on those. I am on allergy medicine, which tends to keep me pretty dehydrated, so I prefer to have a water bottle with me, even on the Disney course. The volunteers will usually happily refill your bottle if you need it, so just one is plenty. If it gets hot, like it did last year, I particularly need more than just a couple of sips at a water stop, and the water bottle really helps.

 

[Harlaxton]

I don’t know it very well either but from what I remember this is where the bus drops you at the Swan and the path that I have taken before to get from Swan to BW and of course continue on to HS

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Since we're talking about making it to HS before the BG's are gone, time is money. Looks to me like the fastest point between A and B is swimming across that channel. Will be turning the 5K into a triathlon methinks.

 

[Sleepless Knight]

I know the golden rule is not to change anything that you do for race day. I have competed several marathons, always wearing a full fuel belt, even though there is water / Gatorade on course. I'm actually contemplating not wearing the belt, and really utilizing the water stops instead. I may just carry one bottle in case I want a sip between stops. Your thoughts?

I ran a runDisney event where one water stop was completely out of water/powerade. It was an anomaly for that race, but nevertheless it did happen. I always prefer to have water/powerade on me just in case I need it when I am not near a water stop.