Las Vegas Half Marathon Any other WISHers? 2009 is the year!

[Duanerice]

That was what I was thinking, too.

For those of you that might want a taste of WDW while in Vegas, Planet Hollywood houses the best sandwich place I have ever been to...Earl of Sandwich.

I think this will be my celebratory lunch, dinner and, since it is open 24 hours/day, Monday morning breakfast.

mmmm, Full Mantagu.

Have to agree - just awesome!

Do we have a schedule of possible meets, meals, etc? My wife and I will be there and would like to meet up sometime.
Thanks,
Duane

 

[MiaBanda]

Count me in too! My first full!

Hopefully will see you there!

 

[Padstack]

Duane - I think Tiger Lily is trying to set something up on the other Vegas thread.

 

[WDWFAN9]

Here's some of what DH and I are planning.......expo and Terry Fator at the Mirage on Friday, lunch at Red Rock Casino followed by a visit to Red Rock Canyon on Saturday, half on Sunday morning and a celebration dinner, probably a buffet on Sunday night. Last year we ate with Anne and Robert at the Wynn and the hostess gave us a great table near the buffet since we were wearing our medals. Monday we will be visiting family, Jim's mom and his favorite brother live in Vegas.

Nothing definite for dinner on Saturday, we are open to suggestions. You can never have too much WISH meets!

 

[Tiger Lily 03]

Whoo hoo! It's getting close.

 

[Tiger Lily 03]

I'm thinking we might want to have the 2 LV threads merged so we aren't confused on which is The One. What do ya think?

Done. Threads merged. Now there is one for our planning enjoyment!

 

[WDWFAN9]

sounds like a good idea to me Lily! I think I posted some of our plans on the other thread....

 

[Padstack]

Good call merging the threads.

FYI to all, I heard that the race map will be updated tomorrow to show the locations of the water and food stations.

 

[Duanerice]

Here is the updated course map. http://las-vegas.competitor.com/files/2009/04/LV_09_CourseMap_FINAL.PDF

I am thinking of running as Elvis - I should have bought the Costume right after Halloween. UGH!

Also thinking of attending the kick off banquet. We'll see.

enjoy,
Duane

 

[Kristi1357]

I came across this on travelzoo and thought my Vegas WISH buddies might be interested, discount to Ka:

http://entertainment.travelzoo.com/las-vegas-entertainment/693154?ptl=done&rating=&tppct=

 

[jeanneg]

I've seen Ka.....it is AMAZING!!!!! Very different from other Cirque du Soleil shows. The stage itself is one of the main attractions....can't adequately describe it.....you gotta see it to believe.

 

[rKyDeX]

Got my final race instructions and my bib number. I'm in corral number 20 and my bib number is:

20024

Looking forward to seeing everyone soon!


Chester

 

[Padstack]

I am in Corral #3. My number is 3502.

Did my last long run last Saturday and felt fantastic. I cannot wait for the race to get here.

 

[Duanerice]

I'm back in corral 14 number 14724. Come to find out since I signed up to race as Elvis they put us all in corral 14. They also said we can get a new corral at the Expo if we choose. I think I will.

I am having second thoughts about this Elvis thing. They want you at the Expo at 2:00 on Saturday for pics, parade, etc. Basically you'd stay through the Expo so that kills pretty much most of Saturday.

I have to think about this.

enjoy,
DUane

 

[Tiger Lily 03]

I'm in corral #14.

So far my plans are lunch at Red Rock Casino followed by a visit to Red Rock Canyon on Saturday.
DH wants to take a drive one day on Rt. 66 he and I will be doing that for some time.
I've got phone numbers for some and I know some have my number. If you need my cell # send me a PM and I'll get it to you. Duane, I sent you info via FB.

 

[jeanneg]

Interesting....we're doing the wedding/vow renewal thing and we're in corral 14 also. I think it may change to an earlier one though. One of the emails mentioned something about reassigning corrals once all the final confirmations are received.

 

[Duanerice]

Yea,
here is the email I received:


My Fellow Elvi
With the race less than three weeks away, we wanted to take this opportunity to update you on the fun Elvi activities we have planned for you. As anyone who has run a race as Elvis will tell you, you are about to achieve a personal best for race fun!
• On Saturday, December 5 at 2pm, please come dressed in your Elvi best and bring your cameras for a group photo at the Finish Line, which is located in the parking lot adjacent to the Mandalay Bay Convention Center (at the corner of Las Vegas Blvd. S and Russell Rd).
• Immediately following, we will head to the Expo Clinics stage, located inside the Expo, for the Elvi pep rally, which will begin at 3pm and will commence with a Running Elvi parade through the Expo hall and beyond!!!
• At 5pm, doors will open for the Official Rock ‘n’ Roll Las Vegas Pasta Party, which will take place in Mandalay Bay’s South Pacific Ballroom and be highlighted by the Elvis karaoke and costume contests for great prizes. Tickets are selling fast. Reserve now before they’re all gone. http://las-vegas.competitor.com/training/pre-race-pasta-party-at-mandalay-bay/
At 5am on race morning, we will gather in the Shark Reef food court located just inside the entrance to the Mandalay Bay Convention Center. We will be joined by all of the couples who will tie the knot or renew their vows at the Run-Thru Wedding Ceremony and the Running Reverend, along with tons of media.
At 5:15am, you will be escorted to the front of the start line and introduced to a field of more than 25,000 runners and walkers as we pose for a start line photo for the worldwide media covering the race. Once the media gets their shots, you will be escorted to a special mid-pack corral (14) which will be comprised of your fellow Running Elvi, the Run-Thru Wedding Ceremony couples, their Running Wedding Parties and the Running Reverend for the start of the race.
After we cross the start line as a group, you are free to join us at the mile 3.5 Run-Thru Wedding Ceremony location (Paris Las Vegas), or you may run at your own pace if you are running for time. If you prefer to skip the race day festivities, all Running Elvi have the option to switch your corral at the Expo at no charge and start the race from a corral based on your predicted finish. Please do NOT call or email your corral change requests.
Best wishes for a Happy Thanksgiving. We wish you all the best for a good time and a great time at Rock ‘n’ Roll Las Vegas.

I am having an issue finding a costume. Especially one I might want to run in. So I won't know until we get closer.
enjoy,
Duane

 

[hungrygreenhippo]

Not sure if anyone's still wondering about the time limit, but I contacted two of the RNR people (one through Facebook and one through the email on the website) and both said that the 4 hours starts after the last person crosses the finish line. In my question, I did mention that the website states the time limit is based on gun time but neither person responded saying that the website was wrong, just that it's after the last person. This is my first time walking a half, so I'm really hoping they're right and that I will have at least four hours to finish.

 

[escape]

Can you believe? The race is next weekend!!!! Wow! That means one thing.....Goofy is almost here. Yikes!

Duane - We'd love to see you in an Elvis costume. I hope you can find one you can run in. If not, I'm sure there will be lots of Elvi running around. I also see you are in Vegas now. ??? Lucky, lucky!

hungrygreenhippo - I'm sure you will have nothing to worry about. You can always move to a higher corral.

 

[Tiger Lily 03]

Next weekend! Whoo hoo!

hungrygreenhippo, You will be fine! Please say hello to us wearing the WISH shirts. I'd love to meet ya there.