Confirmed runDisney Virtual race series

[ZellyB]

The medal they showed is really cute and the series makes it even more so. I don't see paying the money for it, but I can certainly see the appeal of getting that series of medals. Really smart marketing, by the way.

 

[Ariel484]

And there are date windows for when you need to COMPLETE each event, via the information page - which is hilarious, as each event explicitly says that "proof of run completion is not required" or something similar.

 

[cavepig]

While I'm not signing up, my mom just did for the series, to be shared & ran with my Dad (heck I'll end up running the 5ks at the same time I'm sure). We don't live close enough to do all the Disney races & it's exciting in a way, so yeah virtual races I am so not for....and here I helped her register...but it's not my money ack! we. are. suckers. At least a charity is involved.

 

[rteetz]

I think runDisney was even smarter for making this a series rather than just one virtual race. The series or challenge feels more appealing to me than just one race.

 

[cavepig]

I forgot to check and see if they are offering any pass holder or DVC discounts. I just got caught up in the new bling, lol!

I checked and kept refreshing and no AP post came up on the site. Maybe they were but changed their minds.

Each race has a date to complete it in, but of course it's all on you & how serious you want to take it.
May 15 - June 1 - yellow shoes
June 5 - 18 - red pants
June 19 - 30 - white gloves

 

[Barca33Runner]

And there are date windows for when you need to COMPLETE each event, via the information page - which is hilarious, as each event explicitly says that "proof of run completion is not required" or something similar.

Yeah, I don't really understand the conceit of saying this is for running 5Ks when it explicitly says "Proof of run not required" as the secondary bullet point for all of the run descriptions. It almost seems like they are using it as a selling point.

Oh well, the medals look nice and I am hoping it does some good for charity but it's not for me.

 

[Mickey's sweetheart]

$142 for the series!! Holy cow! What does that money go to?? They're not paying for any city permits, no porta potties, no aid stations, no food or drink or entertainment. Those medals better be gold plated.

 

[Ariel484]

$142 for the series!! Holy cow! What does that money go to?? They're not paying for any city permits, no porta potties, no aid stations, no food or drink or entertainment. Those medals better be gold plated.

Medals, bibs, a tumbler (for the series) and a portion goes to charity.

ALSO - since these registrations are through Active.com, you'll need to pay extra fees for that as well.

 

[rteetz]

Medals, bibs, a tumbler (for the series) and a portion goes to charity.

ALSO - since these registrations are through Active.com, you'll need to pay extra fees for that as well.

dang active...

 

[cavepig]

$151.37 to be exact

 

[courtneybeth]

I think I'm with the others on here - sort of upset that the people who run at 5am get a plastic medal and these seem so much more exciting for half the cost.

On the fence about participating. I want to know where the $142 goes before I jump in with both running shoes.

 

[Ariel484]

On the fence about participating. I want to know where the $142 goes before I jump in with both running shoes.

Wondering that as well - what percentage goes to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society?

 

[Warm Hugs]

http://www.rundisney.com/blog/artic...28-16/?CMP=SOC-ESPNWWOSFY16Q3DisneySports0012

Looks like they have a pic of the medal here

 

[courtneybeth]

Wondering that as well - what percentage goes to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society?

If it only lines Mr. Mouse's pockets then I'll probably not participate.

 

[Lambiebell]

Yeah, I don't really understand the conceit of saying this is for running 5Ks when it explicitly says "Proof of run not required" as the secondary bullet point for all of the run descriptions. It almost seems like they are using it as a selling point.

Oh well, the medals look nice and I am hoping it does some good for charity but it's not for me.

The majority of virtual races out there don't require proof. Trying to organize that is a nightmare. I tried once. It wasn't worth it. Which is probably why most of them just take you for your word. And this one is only for 5ks. So anyone who was going to fudge it or find a way to "prove" it could have done so easily anyway, which makes it pointless.
Proof would ONLY be helpful if they were doing awards as well. But since they will only be offering the same medals to everyone, there is absolutely no need for proof.

 

[cavepig]

Who knows how much to the Society?!? It did ask if you wanted to donate to the Society in the registration as well.

I think it's actually pretty perfect for my parents as they'll be back down to WDW but not for a race weekend for awhile due to schedules (& I'm running wine & dine & darkside most likely so someone has to stay here for pets) so you know if that's how they want to spend their money than I'm cool with it. Running & Disney, it's serious business around here so those dates and the distance won't be taken lightly.

 

[Ariel484]

If it only lines Mr. Mouse's pockets then I'll probably not participate.

"The runDisney Virtual Running Shorts Series benefits The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society® (LLS), an organization dedicated to the fight against blood cancers."

Same charity as the on-property races...

 

[courtneybeth]

All right, Disney. Looks like you've roped me in.

Pay day is conveniently tomorrow - looks like I'm in for the Series.

 

[Kathymford]

The non-rubber medallion as RD calls it is really interesting. I think this is just an intro price. Future ones will be higher. Ha. Unless the 5k's start moving away from the rubber material.

I hate to say it, but I'm probably in. I already do virtual runs for HRC to help push me in training for other events. #irunforbling.

 

[Barca33Runner]

The majority of virtual races out there don't require proof. Trying to organize that is a nightmare. I tried once. It wasn't worth it. Which is probably why most of them just take you for your word. And this one is only for 5ks. So anyone who was going to fudge it or find a way to "prove" it could have done so easily anyway, which makes it pointless.
Proof would ONLY be helpful if they were doing awards as well. But since they will only be offering the same medals to everyone, there is absolutely no need for proof.

I totally understand the nightmare that proof of run would be and, ultimately, that it doesn't really matter if people run the 5Ks or not in the grand scheme of things. I'm just a little surprised that it is so prominent in the description of the event.