2017 Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend

[LindseyJo22]

Holy crap one month!

I haven't even figure out a costume. What is wrong with me?

I do think I'm going to try making my own skirt, and then just trying to find a nice blue tank top or something, and then maybe find a rose or some kind of head thing to indicate Belle rather than Alice or someone else. Running out of time and low on $ at the moment

But I am so so so excited!

 

[keahgirl8]

There are bottlenecks and they get worse with the further back corrals. But yes for the most part you're able to run.

The worst areas are in Magic Kingdom (narrow pathways and people are stopping for pics, etc.) - especially going down Main Street and through the castle (assuming they're keeping the "through the castle") portion, and right after you leave the Magic Kingdom (where there's just one lane of traffic to run in).

The corralling that they do helps. If you're a 8:00/mile runner and you're in Corral P it'll be tough, but if you're corralled properly you'll notice the occasional bottleneck/slowdown, but you should still be able to run.

Agreed. I am a middle of the pack runner and have never had too much trouble. I have heard horror stories about not being able to run through the castle and that has never been my experience. That being said, you do have to keep an eye out for people who aren't watching where they're going and have no regard for others.

Holy crap one month!

I haven't even figure out a costume. What is wrong with me?

I do think I'm going to try making my own skirt, and then just trying to find a nice blue tank top or something, and then maybe find a rose or some kind of head thing to indicate Belle rather than Alice or someone else. Running out of time and low on $ at the moment

But I am so so so excited!

I'm not wearing a costume, but I still don't have my outfits nailed down. That's so unlike me! I need to get on it!

 

[Fire14]

Holy crap one month!

I haven't even figure out a costume. What is wrong with me?

I do think I'm going to try making my own skirt, and then just trying to find a nice blue tank top or something, and then maybe find a rose or some kind of head thing to indicate Belle rather than Alice or someone else. Running out of time and low on $ at the moment

But I am so so so excited!

raw threADS is having sale or person on esty or fb could make you design for shirt

 

[courtneybeth]

Oh @bumbershoot - we kept quoting that scene while making the capes. Thanks for the laugh!!!

 

[courtneybeth]

Holy crap one month!

I haven't even figure out a costume. What is wrong with me?

I do think I'm going to try making my own skirt, and then just trying to find a nice blue tank top or something, and then maybe find a rose or some kind of head thing to indicate Belle rather than Alice or someone else. Running out of time and low on $ at the moment

But I am so so so excited!

Hit up the raw threads sale asap. All merch is on sale via the codes and some others are deeply discounted!

 

[WIFriendofFigment]

Hit up the raw threads sale asap. All merch is on sale via the codes and some others are deeply discounted!

I finally caved and got a long sleeve. The marathon weather had me nervous though. I had assumed a tank top would work, but now I think I had better have a contingency plan or two.

 

[NewRunner]

Hit up the raw threads sale asap. All merch is on sale via the codes and some others are deeply discounted!

I'm so glad you wrote this!!! I was just about to order through Raw Threads and wasn't using the code (missed that it was there). After reading this, I went and added it and saved $. Thanks!

 

[courtneybeth]

You're so welcome @NewRunner ! The sale they have right now is unbelievable. I grabbed three hoodies and a tank for $86. Such a big savings.

 

[bumbershoot]

I have heard horror stories about not being able to run through the castle and that has never been my experience.

SO LUCKY!

Oh @bumbershoot - we kept quoting that scene while making the capes. Thanks for the laugh!!!

@bananabean said it! Which is, like, the best username ever and I'm jealous.

I did *think* "no capes!" though.

 

[bananabean]

I did *think* "no capes!" though.

I think we all did! Whenever anyone says something about a cape I always immediately say "No capes!" and if they don't get the reference I end our friendship. Just kidding. Sorta...

 

[courtneybeth]

I know we're definitely waaaaaaay too early to be thinking about corrals and such, but when do we think we'll see something. Jan 31 or Feb 7?? I sort of want to know earlier than later where I am... it doesn't change anything but give me piece of mind ...

 

[bcarey2k]

I know we're definitely waaaaaaay too early to be thinking about corrals and such, but when do we think we'll see something. Jan 31 or Feb 7?? I sort of want to know earlier than later where I am... it doesn't change anything but give me piece of mind ...

I'd think late this week or early next the waivers will come out ... from there we'll have pretty good ideas

 

[Ariel484]

They were out the week of 12/12 for marathon weekend (which started January 4). I'm gonna guess next week (note that my runDisney guesses have been totally wrong lately )

 

[ryansstitch]

You're so welcome @NewRunner ! The sale they have right now is unbelievable. I grabbed three hoodies and a tank for $86. Such a big savings.

What codes? I may have to order...

 

[bellanotte10]

I know we're definitely waaaaaaay too early to be thinking about corrals and such, but when do we think we'll see something. Jan 31 or Feb 7?? I sort of want to know earlier than later where I am... it doesn't change anything but give me piece of mind ...

so slightly personal post, but first a tiny TMI back story before you know why I quoted you (sorry!). I got moved into a new office to cover someone on medical leave. Right around then my normally manageable anxiety became severe (tl:dr I basically sit alone in a windowless office for 9 hours a day). so my anxiety (and other health issues) has stopped me from running, as most of the panic attacks I've gotten recently come right when I'm getting ready for long runs. finally got put on medication and I'm hoping for the full effect to kick in before the race.

anywho.....but to get to why I quoted you, I know I'm going to be in a terrible corral, but knowing how much time I have sooner will seriously help, and give me piece of mind as well. plus I hope to find some Galloway pacers to run with now that I know they exist, in my really far back corral, so I can keep motivated and hopefully finish the glass slipper challenge without a panic attack.

 

[Ariel484]

so slightly personal post, but first a tiny TMI back story before you know why I quoted you (sorry!). I got moved into a new office to cover someone on medical leave. Right around then my normally manageable anxiety became severe (tl:dr I basically sit alone in a windowless office for 9 hours a day). so my anxiety (and other health issues) has stopped me from running, as most of the panic attacks I've gotten recently come right when I'm getting ready for long runs. finally got put on medication and I'm hoping for the full effect to kick in before the race.

anywho.....but to get to why I quoted you, I know I'm going to be in a terrible corral, but knowing how much time I have sooner will seriously help, and give me piece of mind as well. plus I hope to find some Galloway pacers to run with now that I know they exist, in my really far back corral, so I can keep motivated and hopefully finish the glass slipper challenge without a panic attack.

Whatever corral you are in, as long as you are not the very last person to start the race, you will have a cushion! I hope your new medication is helpful for you.

 

[bellanotte10]

Whatever corral you are in, as long as you are not the very last person to start the race, you will have a cushion! I hope your new medication is helpful for you.

thank you! its been a roller coaster of a year let me tell you!!! I really hope it helps. and I know the surgery that I got moved will help too. I just know that I need to burn some pavement on this and tinkerbell.... also do you think if I call Disney they'd like me use this race as PoT because I was going to use the cancelled Half to update for tinkerbell...but uh.... yeah..


ETA: They said no...but feel free to talk to runner relations at tinkerbell to explain....so we'll see

 

[run.minnie.miles]

So many exciting things in the next few weeks... corrals, course map, my shirt for the race...
Oh, and 2 more LONG runs!

 

[NewRunner]

They were out the week of 12/12 for marathon weekend (which started January 4). I'm gonna guess next week (note that my runDisney guesses have been totally wrong lately )

I am really hoping they come soon...not that it changes anything, I would just like to know! I googled and it looked like they came out the beginning of February last year, but I've been hoping we see them a bit earlier.

 

[courtneybeth]

What codes? I may have to order...

Through Friday at 11:59pm ..... 15% off $50, use SAVE15. 25% off $100 use SAVE25.

Can use on full price merchandise, the sale/clearance stuff, and mystery packs. Can't use on race registrations or club memberships.