Marathon Weekend 2017!

[2Tiggies]

Hey runners, I might not get back on here before the race weekend starts but I want to wish each and every one of you a fantastic race (or races for the bravest of the brave)! Enjoy the experience and have a FUN FUN time!

 

[DerTobi75]

OMG, vacation in Orlando for over a week before the Marathon is total carbooverloading.

 

[Wendy98]

Another wet weather tip for those with long hair: put a bunch of conditioner in it and just leave it in there before the race. So many times, I run in the rain and comeback and my hair is like one big dreadlock. My friend will put hers in a braid, but I don't have the skill for a proper braid.

 

[derekleigh]

Good luck and have fun everyone!

Sadly I will not be a part of this year's Marathon weekend, first time since 2011! But I look forward to everyone's stories and pictures!

 

[StarGirl11]

All right question does anyone know any non alcoholic non soda drinks I could get in Epcot that's preferably not juice to carry across the finish line?

 

[AThrillingChase]

I bet, that there will be no rain on any raceday. Weather forcast for yesterday said there will be rain and thunderstorms. Nothing happened, we had a warm and sunny day here in Orlando!

More than likely, you were at Epcot...and it was raining in MK Florida does have its charms. Not usually in January, though...

I'll go all in with leaving tomorrow morning and 0% packed. Had one of those going on vacation so everything at work hits the fan days. And of course I had to catch up on this thread. So I'll guess I do some packing now.

That is going to be my tomorrow. Can't. Wait. Safe travels!

All right question does anyone know any non alcoholic non soda drinks I could get in Epcot that's preferably not juice to carry across the finish line?

I am trying really hard here. And coming up blank. Sorry! I guess that makes me a lush. I feel alright with it.

The grapefruit beer in Germany (schoffenhoffer-emfidhofer. I tried.) is something like only 2.5% alcohol. And morocco has a bunch of slushy drinks. I'd guess they could give you a non-alcoholic one. Might be worth investigating to be sure.

 

[DisneyGopher]

All right question does anyone know any non alcoholic non soda drinks I could get in Epcot that's preferably not juice to carry across the finish line?

The joy of tea stand has a bunch of, well, teas you could get

 

[croach]

And the flight delays begin. Cue sad trombone music. Don't be messing with me getting to Sanaa and bread service tonight American Airlines.

 

[IamTrike]

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Race shirts

I keep going through them. The logo's on them all seem very similar to at least one of the prior years. The dumbo shirt 2 years ago was the same color yellow as the half. It's not a subtle shirt.

All right question does anyone know any non alcoholic non soda drinks I could get in Epcot that's preferably not juice to carry across the finish line?

We've grabbed Icee's from Club Cool for friends to have when they cross the finish line. That would be faster than a Frap from starbucks.

 

[bellanotte10]

Saturday now calling for Thunderstorms

 

[Baloo in MI]

And the flight delays begin. Cue sad trombone music. Don't be messing with me getting to Sanaa and bread service tonight American Airlines.

Hope it was a short delay. I am sitting in the airport waiting to go and hoping for no sad trombone music!

 

[croach]

Hope it was a short delay. I am sitting in the airport waiting to go and hoping for no sad trombone music!

Hour delay right now but fortunately I didn't get greedy and book the short layover. Still have time to make my connection. Good luck and safe travels to you!

 

[2girlsR2good]

I like some of the merch, but I don't get to the expo until Saturday, so I'm not keeping my hopes up for a wide selection.

Me either--but I just want a little something, first marathon....

All right question does anyone know any non alcoholic non soda drinks I could get in Epcot that's preferably not juice to carry across the finish line?

Lemonade! I am not sure of locations, but my kids get lemonade all over the place when we're in Epcot...

 

[CheapRunnerMike]

Got in safe and sound yesterday, looking forward to the expo later on this afternoon (hopefully after the initial rush). Keeping my eyes peeled around SSR for @rteetz!

 

[StarGirl11]

Thanks everyone.

Another question, in a moment of sheer brilliance I forgot my number belt. Thankfully I have my camelback and water bottles just not the belt. Do they sell anything where you can attach your bib to it at the expo?

 

[*DisneyDreamer]

To everyone running this weekend, have a great race/races and have fun!!

 

[rteetz]

Got in safe and sound yesterday, looking forward to the expo later on this afternoon (hopefully after the initial rush). Keeping my eyes peeled around SSR for @rteetz!

Great! We are currently at the bus stop at the Springs for DHS today. Then expo later.

 

[FFigawi]

Another question, in a moment of sheer brilliance I forgot my number belt. Thankfully I have my camelback and water bottles just not the belt. Do they sell anything where you can attach your bib to it at the expo?

Fit2Run or Track Shack might have number belts. Check the expo guide to see if SPI Belt is a vendor. If they are, they should have their number belts on hand.

 

[lmschneider00]

To everyone traveling today safe travels! To those heading to the Expo, keep calm and have fun! Can't wait to get there on Friday!!!!

 

[WhereInFlorida]

Race week is finally here, let's get it going!!