ashysmashy
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So who all is doing the Princess? I'm tempted. Is it really that much better than W&D?
I am doing the Princess. I did the first one in 2009. I think I liked the WnD better due to the later start time and going through 3 parks instead of just 1. Have you been over to the Princess thread?
I'm seriously considering the princess too, with a follow up in CA this summer for C to C. Who knew this 1/2 marathon thing could be so addicting! I always hated anything to do with running as exercise before.
Question for wine and dine- did you train at night or day or did it matter for you? I'm a morning runner and really want to do this race next year but worry about it being at the end of a long day. Any suggestions on how you felt?
Plutobaby- what was your finishing time? I finishe in 2:51. Maybe we would be in the same corral next year. I feel so bad I couldn't stay w u this year after the meet but I was scared of dropping back bc of those sweepers.
I was going to do the buffalo turkey trot this weekend actually. I've always wanted to do it because it's a huge deal up there. I think it's the oldest one in the country. But not now with this foot. Maybe next year now that I'm a proven "runner". Lol!
I've done princess twice. It is a lot of road, but a lot of characters and entertainment. I am a mental mess with running and get bored easily. Princess does not bore me!
Question for wine and dine- did you train at night or day or did it matter for you? I'm a morning runner and really want to do this race next year but worry about it being at the end of a long day. Any suggestions on how you felt?
PlutoBaby said:Figs - I finished right in front of you (2:48)! Did you provide a proof of time when you registered? I didn't have anything and at the time I didn't really care where I started. Thankfully, I don't even know what the sweepers looked like so that's no longer a concern, but if I know there will be less bottlenecking starting in D or E, I'd really consider running it again.
Just went to Runner's Depot and ordered some new shoes - Saucony Triumph 10. Pricey but comfy . Hopefully this will help with my blasted knee!!
I did not have any proof of time to submit and I think I just got kinda lucky to be in E vs F because of when I registered (early June). Now we have proof of time I bet (hope) we'd be in at least D from what some people I talked to who had finished under 3 like us. I will say that I felt it was a bit of a bottleneck when starting out for maybe 3 or 4 minutes but then I cut over to the grass and was out of the "pack" at least by the first water stop I think. If I remember correctly. I think that grass saved my knees too. There were a few more congested parts but nothing too major that would keep me from doing it again.
If u started 5 min after me in your corral and ended up 3 min ahead of me in chip time, we almost crossed the finish line together. Lol! Cool! I can't believe I didnt see you after, of course all I was thinking about was how the heck do I get back into Epcot and find my DH!
Hi everyone!
I'm back from our cruise. Being w/o Internet is killer after a race bc I missed all the after talk.
I had a great time at this race. I LOVED running thru 3 parks and all the CMs cheering us on. My only other Disney race has been Tink and there just isn't enough real estate to give you good park run thrus. Also, I thought the CMs at W&D seemed a little greater in number and maybe a bit more enthused than Tink, but not much of a difference. The big difference for me was the road portion. Tink killed W&D in this portion. In Anaheim there were TONS of bands and cheering people and crowds on the roads. Like every 1/2 mile. I was disappointed to see so little activity on the roads of the W&D. However I think it might just be the way you're not in the city like in Anaheim. I thought the bottle necking that everyone is talking about was not that big of a problem except on the boardwalk. I thought Tink was way worse. However, Tink I was in the last corral (E) and W&D I was in (B). That might have something to do with it.
It was so great to see the WISHers at the start. I was so worried about being alone at the race, but it wasn't a big deal since I was able to sit with you all!
I ended up with a huge blister that I expected, but still really bothered me. I think my shoes are at their limit and the toe box is too loose, bc I get a blister on my right big toe after every long run. And it seems that area is more susceptible to it now? I finished in 2:26, which was better than my Tink time (2:39) but missed my goal. I knew when my blister flared up and I had to stop for the potty in AK that I wasn't going to hit 2:15.
I just want to say that I am a run/walker. As you can see my time doesn't show me as a "walker" but I take a 1-2 min walk break every mile or so. It is sometimes almost impossible to get to the right side depending on how you're shuffled in a pack. I always try, but also do to want to cut off people. Then I have to move back in the pack to run again which forces me to move left again. I'm just saying, just because you see someone walking, doesn't mean they're a "walker" in the B corral. Also, it's possible that they couldn't get around people to the right side when they needed to.
I didn't have any problems with the night race, but I think that's bc I came from the west coast Friday night. I also typically stay up late. I didn't do any training runs at night. However, I'm not one that ever has experienced tummy troubles so my diet didn't work into my planning.
I was so happy to be able to do this race and earn my coast to coast! I skipped the after party bc we had to leave early on Sun to catch our cruise, but the lines I ran thru had me a bit scared. . I've never been to WDW as an adult (once as a kid), and I look forward to visiting the parks for a visit with my family sometime in the future.
We stayed at the All Star Movies and I was very happy with the service we received for the price. We used the DME from Orlando, free transportation for all our races (DH-5k, DDs-1 mi, me-1/2), and great kids activities poolside on fri & sat night. The rooms were motel ish, but completely fine for our needs. I was worried about being at the Movies since it was the last stop for the AllStars, but I actually never had any problems catching buses. I thought the transportation was extremely well organized.
Overall I had a great time and think the race was very well organized. I took pictures while running and will post on this thread soon!
Here's my race report.
...My only concern is I wish people who walk would stay on one side and allow runners to run on the other. Nothing agianst people who walk I admire you for getting up and taking part in this great event!!!
Run a 10K during the year to get a good time, and then submit this to Disney. I had never run a half before, and had no official times to provide when I first registered.
I ran a 10K over the summer, and then submitted that time to RunDisney. I ended up in Corral C. My wife was in the same position and ended up in Corral B.
I went in with a broken toe, barely ate anything all day before the race (how stupid was that?) and decided I wanted to get pics of stuff - so my time was nowhere near what I wanted it to be. No biggie, I still had a blast.
Anyone see this sign along the way? My coworkers came out to cheer me on, and I was dying laughing at everything they had (a loud horn, glitter, etc):
Sounds like a good race!
Do you like the nov run better than end if sept?
I'm thinking about next year. You guys are inspiring me!
How many corrals did they have?
Well... I'm sitting at the urgent care place waiting to get my foot checked out. Five days later and no change. I'm really really really hoping its nothing that won't go away with just a few more days rest! I want to get back to being active. And I really don't want anything to taint what was a really great race experience for me. My guess is it's just sore from the way the road slanted but just in case.... I'm getting it checked out.
I've got to be in heels for my bff's wedding next weekend! our dresses are already hemmed!
I strained the tendon that holds my hamstrings to my pelvis at mile 5, walked the last eight miles and wound up in the med tent at the finish line for about an hour.
However I did finish and got my C2C medal. Now its time to rest and heal and get ready to do it again in 8 weeks for the WDW Half.
Rick
Race report is up! RaceEveryStep.com
my runkeeper app said 13.5 in the end.
Finally got my race report up this morning!
http://livelaughrundisney.blogspot.com/2012/11/wine-dine-half-marathon-recap.html
So who all is doing the Princess? I'm tempted. Is it really that much better than W&D?
I finished my quick race report...Enjoy!
http://justanotherdisneyblog.com/2012/11/18/november-10-2012-wine-dine-half-marathon/
Congrats, everyone! Thanks for posting your thoughts and reports...I've really enjoyed reading all of them!
Loved your report! How fun that you got to run the race on your birthday. I LOVE your pictures with Mickey and Minnie. The volunteer story was funny and horrifying at the same time... And that picture of The Land totally empty is really trippy! Congrats on finishing your first half.
Did you weave around people a lot? I bet this happens a lot to people at Disney races. For the 2011 Princess Half my Garmin said 13.19...for the 2012 Marathon it said 26.88.
I think I have the same foot thing! Just an angry tendon, but it's annoying. I'm glad I wasn't the only one who ran "too far". I also was trying to be mindful of anticipating turns and taking the shortest path, but I ended up at 13.45 - not terrible.Hi Pluto - yes - my foot is ok! No fracture or anything! They said it MIGHT be tendonitis, but should feel better soon. Rest, Ice, wrap it, meds, no running for another week or so. But I can do other stuff in the meantime so I'm happy. And no cast or boot issues for the wedding next weekend!
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Oh, and my Garmin definitely had me over 13.1. It was more like 13.6 or 13.7 for me, and I know some of it is my "fault" for having to weave around people even though I really tried to run as smart as i could since I had a pretty good idea of when the course was going to turn right or left, etc.
With 2:48, you will likely be in C (unless all the early corrals are faster next year). That was my proof and I was in C.Figs - I finished right in front of you (2:48)! Did you provide a proof of time when you registered? I didn't have anything and at the time I didn't really care where I started. Thankfully, I don't even know what the sweepers looked like so that's no longer a concern, but if I know there will be less bottlenecking starting in D or E, I'd really consider running it again.
I think you'll still be in D next year, maybe even C - don't worry about it!I didn't have proof of time either and started in D. I wonder if I'd be moved backwards with a finish time of 3 hrs 56 seconds!
Thanks for mentioning this! I was in B last year as a run/walker and I actually had another runner yell at me for walking. With all the turns and congestion, it isn't always possible to stay in the right lane. However, I felt quite comfortable in C this year. My walk is as fast as a number of the runners, and my run is faster. I think the key is being mindful of others. I make sure there is no one directly behind me when I transition to walking. I make sure there is plenty of space if I'm going to pass someone.I just want to say that I am a run/walker. As you can see my time doesn't show me as a "walker" but I take a 1-2 min walk break every mile or so. It is sometimes almost impossible to get to the right side depending on how you're shuffled in a pack. I always try, but also do to want to cut off people. Then I have to move back in the pack to run again which forces me to move left again. I'm just saying, just because you see someone walking, doesn't mean they're a "walker" in the B corral. Also, it's possible that they couldn't get around people to the right side when they needed to.
Mary - I enjoyed your race report! Congrats on your first half!
I think I have the same foot thing! Just an angry tendon, but it's annoying. I'm glad I wasn't the only one who ran "too far". I also was trying to be mindful of anticipating turns and taking the shortest path, but I ended up at 13.45 - not terrible.
With 2:48, you will likely be in C (unless all the early corrals are faster next year). That was my proof and I was in C.
I think you'll still be in D next year, maybe even C - don't worry about it!
Thanks for mentioning this! I was in B last year as a run/walker and I actually had another runner yell at me for walking. With all the turns and congestion, it isn't always possible to stay in the right lane. However, I felt quite comfortable in C this year. My walk is as fast as a number of the runners, and my run is faster. I think the key is being mindful of others. I make sure there is no one directly behind me when I transition to walking. I make sure there is plenty of space if I'm going to pass someone.