Marathon Weekend 2017!

[lhermiston]

Seriously, I get it. I'm just coming back from 2.5 months off (and it was pretty upsetting to take that much time off) and had to DNS the Princess 5K and defer GSC. Hoping the deferral link pops up for PDC too. It sucks!

Forgive me for being a noob...what do DNS, PDC and GSC stand for?

 

[rteetz]

Forgive me for being a noob...what do DNS, PDC and GSC stand for?

I'm not sure on DNS but GSC is Glass Slipper Challenge and PDC is Pixie Dust Challenge.

 

[DOOM1001]

(DNS) should be did not start.

 

[lhermiston]

(DNS) should be did not start.

Thanks!

 

[FFigawi]

(DNS) should be did not start.

And as the WISH motto says, DFL > DNF > DNS

 

[WhereInFlorida]

And as the WISH motto says, DFL > DNF > DNS

Uh oh, I feel a post being banned for having to explain DFL

 

[Ariel484]

Sorry for all of the acronyms.

 

[sperkins921]

I thought I knew them all too, but DFL? Do explain...lol

 

[Ariel484]

I thought I knew them all too, but DFL? Do explain...lol

Dead Fing Last

The PG version is DLF - Dead Last Finish.

 

[Curiouser&curiouser!]

Where can I find exactly what the cost will be to register for the 1/2 marathon?

 

[Ariel484]

Where can I find exactly what the cost will be to register for the 1/2 marathon?

I saw these posted on Facebook from a Travel Agent...don't forget to add in an additional 6.5-7% of the coast in Active.com fees!

Walt Disney World 5K: $70
Walt Disney World 10K: $115
Walt Disney World Half Marathon: $175
Walt Disney World Marathon: $175
Goofy Challenge: $370
Dopey Challenge: $580

 

[True Romance]

What is everyone's thoughts on the Race Retreat package for the 1/2 and full? Anyone ever do it before? I was considering it because I am doing Dopey.

Enjoy the magic even more with a VIP Race Retreat Package!

Race Retreat is a great way for runners to prepare for their race, get pampered, and reunite with friends and family once the race is over.

Pre-Race Amenities

• Pre-race bagels and fruit, plus coffee, water and PowerAde
• Temperature-controlled tent
• Private restrooms and bag check
• Padded stretching area
• Disney character Meet & Greets
• Self-treatment and First Aid station
• Breakfast (Half)
• Brunch (Full)

Post-Race Amenities

• live results Information Area
• Breakfast or Brunch with hot and cold beverages
• Changing tents
• Self-treatment and First Aid station
• 10-minute massage for only $10 (based on availability)
• Designated location to meet friends and family to celebrate your accomplishment!*
• Disney character Meet & Greets

Other Amenities:

• Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend commemorative giveaway item
• Live video feed from the Finish Line
• Information Station

Race Retreat Pricing

• Walt Disney World® Marathon - $120
• Walt Disney World® Half Marathon - $120
• Goofy's Race and a Half Challenge or Dopey Challenge - $230

 

[burberryplaid]

What is everyone's thoughts on the Race Retreat package for the 1/2 and full? Anyone ever do it before? I was considering it because I am doing Dopey.

Enjoy the magic even more with a VIP Race Retreat Package!

Race Retreat is a great way for runners to prepare for their race, get pampered, and reunite with friends and family once the race is over.

Pre-Race Amenities

• Pre-race bagels and fruit, plus coffee, water and PowerAde
• Temperature-controlled tent
• Private restrooms and bag check
• Padded stretching area
• Disney character Meet & Greets
• Self-treatment and First Aid station
• Breakfast (Half)
• Brunch (Full)

Post-Race Amenities

• live results Information Area
• Breakfast or Brunch with hot and cold beverages
• Changing tents
• Self-treatment and First Aid station
• 10-minute massage for only $10 (based on availability)
• Designated location to meet friends and family to celebrate your accomplishment!*
• Disney character Meet & Greets

Other Amenities:

• Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend commemorative giveaway item
• Live video feed from the Finish Line
• Information Station

Race Retreat Pricing

• Walt Disney World® Marathon - $120
• Walt Disney World® Half Marathon - $120
• Goofy's Race and a Half Challenge or Dopey Challenge - $230

I've never done it because this will be my first race longer than a 5K at Disney, but I am considering it mainly because the weather can bo so unpredictable. It will be nice to be in a tent in case it's cold or precipitating.

 

[Ariel484]

Never done the race retreat...don't want to spend the extra money.

 

[rteetz]

I've always heard mixed things. Some people love it some people would rather not do it.

 

[Barca33Runner]

I've always heard mixed things. Some people love it some people would rather not do it.

This is essentially what I've heard, but I think I've heard slightly more on the apathetic/negative side than the positive side. It's not that people don't like/appreciate the race retreat; it's a question of whether it is worth the fee. I think many people believe there are other ways to spend the money during a Disney vacation that add more value to their experience.

 

[rteetz]

This is essentially what I've heard, but I think I've heard slightly more on the apathetic/negative side than the positive side. It's not that people don't like/appreciate the race retreat; it's a question of whether it is worth the fee. I think many people believe there are other ways to spend the money during a Disney vacation that add more value to their experience.

I agree. I think I'd rather spend my money on merchandise or other things that will last me longer. Now if you're only doing the races and not going to the parks I'd say it's probably more worth it.

 

[Shumshine]

I agree. I think I'd rather spend my money on merchandise or other things that will last me longer. Now if you're only doing the races and not going to the parks I'd say it's probably more worth it.

It also depends on your start corral and the actual amount of time you will spend in the race retreat.
Having experienced my first runDisney Race - Dopey 2016; and making the mistake of not submitted a time (I've learnt now)... it wasn't worth the pre-race. A bagel here and water bottle was great... but nothing the concession stalls couldn't provide.

The Post-race (given our last corral placement) meant that we only enjoyed the race retreat tent for 30/40 minutes....

Overall: It wasn't worth the added cost to have a couple of bagels, bottled water and a space to stretch afterwards.

 

[pigletliz]

It also depends on your start corral and the actual amount of time you will spend in the race retreat.
Having experienced my first runDisney Race - Dopey 2016; and making the mistake of not submitted a time (I've learnt now)... it wasn't worth the pre-race. A bagel here and water bottle was great... but nothing the concession stalls couldn't provide.

The Post-race (given our last corral placement) meant that we only enjoyed the race retreat tent for 30/40 minutes....

Overall: It wasn't worth the added cost to have a couple of bagels, bottled water and a space to stretch afterwards.

This is very true! The corral makes a huge difference. Three of us got it for last year's Princess and one did not. I was in a middle corral, so it worked for me post race. The friend who didn't purchase it was happy that she had not spent the money because the tent was shutting down as she was finishing. I probably wouldn't get it for another half because we make brunch/early park reservations. I do plan on getting it for the full because I am doing the Dopey.

 

[Dan1]

How do you end up going to the parks from there?

We usually just rent a car.