Marathon Weekend 2019

[Keels]

Not as hot and not even heading close to your humidity right now, but we’ve finally had some nice weather and the past couple of weeks have been in the 80s. Since I’m doing Dopey this year I’m expecting record warm temperatures since in January I won’t be at all acclimated

Not gonna lie ... after this year and last year, I wouldn't mind some warmer weather!


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Also - BREAKING FACE-PAINT NEWS!!!!!!!

 

[Sleepless Knight]

I joined the group when I joined Strava a few weeks ago. It is cool, but I recognize very few of the other members because I know you all based on your Dis name.

The only one I know for sure is DopeyBadger because I recognized him from all the photos he posts in his training journal. I recognize a few other names I've seen, probably in his training journal.

I like how we all "know" each other here

(I was talking about the dis to my husband a few days ago and said "I know it always sounds so weird, but it's not weird!")

I collectively refer to all of you as my internet running friends. I was watching an online nutrition for runners coaching session tonight with U.S. Olympian Jared Ward and he was taking questions about fueling for races and was talking about training plans for a 5K or a 10K, or a Half, or a Marathon. I couldn't bring myself to ask what if you're running all 4 of those races on 4 consecutive days. But I knew that around here, I wouldn't get funny looks for even thinking about such an idea. I figure this group is collectively responsible for planting the idea in my head in the first place.

 

[JulieODC]

My younger DD loves Lilo and Stitch, and I was debating adding an Ohana breakfast....but the only day that really works is Sunday at 7:30. I’m guessing that trying to Uber over from the Dolphin on marathon morning is a bad idea, right?

 

[cavepig]

I really enjoy everyone here. I have nobody in real life that understands my Disney obsession, love of running and combining the two.

I have Strava, but I’ve been super lazy and haven’t looked at it in weeks. I’ve been following runners on Instagram instead because pictures are more fun. I post my own too. I like using that as a running diary because, again, pictures are more fun that stats on my computer screen.

Yes, that’s why like Instagram, the pictures, I’m a very picture oriented person. Stats don't do much for me either.

 

[KattyBelle]

For those who got stuck on the payment screen during registration (got charged but weren’t actually registered), have you had the charges reversed yet?

 

[rteetz]

For those who got stuck on the payment screen during registration (got charged but weren’t actually registered), have you had the charges reversed yet?

Mine were removed within 36-48 hours.

 

[KattyBelle]

Mine were removed within 36-48 hours.

Yeah, I used a gift card, so I’m wondering if I’m SOL...certainly feeling that way.
Just wondering if I’ve given them enough time considering how many people were affected.

 

[rteetz]

Yeah, I used a gift card, so I’m wondering if I’m SOL...certainly feeling that way.
Just wondering if I’ve given them enough time considering how many people were affected.

I would call for sure.

 

[wdvak]

For those who got stuck on the payment screen during registration (got charged but weren’t actually registered), have you had the charges reversed yet?

I’d call. Mine were reversed after 6 days.

 

[KattyBelle]

I’d call. Mine were reversed after 6 days.

Thank you. I will call them when I get home.

 

[Carrie24]

Yeah, I used a gift card, so I’m wondering if I’m SOL...certainly feeling that way.
Just wondering if I’ve given them enough time considering how many people were affected.

Yeah, I used a gift card, so I’m wondering if I’m SOL...certainly feeling that way.
Just wondering if I’ve given them enough time considering how many people were affected.

Here's my timeline of this problem -

Used a gift card and got an error for Dopey registration Thursday so I had to redo it with a credit card. I called Thursday afternoon and she took my name and number and said it would be refunded automatically or they'd call.

I sent a message through the contact page on Tuesday and got back a copy/paste response about credit card charges just being pending and if they don't go away after 7-10 days then send screenshots of bank statements. That clearly does not apply here.

I called Wednesday and she said my name was on the list to be refunded but they didn't have the last 4 digits of the gift card (so then why didn't they call?). When I asked about a timeline, she said she didn't have a timeline but should be by the end of the week.

No refund as of now, so I'm going to call again Monday. I don't need the money until I need to buy tickets in October for a November trip, but I'm certainly not going to let $623 linger for weeks or months.

You should probably call to make sure you're at least on the list of "we'll get to it eventually" and that they have the info they need.

 

[KattyBelle]

Here's my timeline of this problem -

Used a gift card and got an error for Dopey registration Thursday so I had to redo it with a credit card. I called Thursday afternoon and she took my name and number and said it would be refunded automatically or they'd call.

I sent a message through the contact page on Tuesday and got back a copy/paste response about credit card charges just being pending and if they don't go away after 7-10 days then send screenshots of bank statements. That clearly does not apply here.

I called Wednesday and she said my name was on the list to be refunded but they didn't have the last 4 digits of the gift card (so then why didn't they call?). When I asked about a timeline, she said she didn't have a timeline but should be by the end of the week.

No refund as of now, so I'm going to call again Monday. I don't need the money until I need to buy tickets in October for a November trip, but I'm certainly not going to let $623 linger for weeks or months.

You should probably call to make sure you're at least on the list of "we'll get to it eventually" and that they have the info they need.

Thank you so much for sharing! I feel the gift card situation is making it more complicated to sort out than credit cards.

I also used the “contact page” to email them last Thursday afternoon, so they have all my contact info. I did include the last 4 digits of the GC in my email. Their response was “please know that any pending charges from attempted registrations will fall off in the coming days” but it did not give any other timeframe.

I’m pretty miffed, but trying to be patient.

 

[roxymama]

Hypothetical: for someone considering a dole whip themed running costume. Is this skirt A) cute or B) meh
C) too early to pick anything because I have months to change my mind or D) dang that's a fugly skirt, don't be persuaded by the pineapples

I just don't know.

 

[jennamfeo]

Hypothetical: for someone considering a dole whip themed running costume. Is this skirt A) cute or B) meh
C) too early to pick anything because I have months to change my mind or D) dang that's a fugly skirt, don't be persuaded by the pineapples

I just don't know.
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I was eyeballing the Flamingo one. Haha. They are both super cute though. Gosh, IS IT too soon to be thinking about costumes??

 

[roxymama]

I was eyeballing the Flamingo one. Haha. They are both super cute though. Gosh, IS IT too soon to be thinking about costumes??

I think I just have itchy "add to cart button finger" lately. It comes and goes.

 

[wdvak]

Hypothetical: for someone considering a dole whip themed running costume. Is this skirt A) cute or B) meh
C) too early to pick anything because I have months to change my mind or D) dang that's a fugly skirt, don't be persuaded by the pineapples

I just don't know.
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I think it works for dole whip. And it’s never too early to think about costumes.

 

[KSellers88]

I think that skirt is adorable and works for a Dole Whip!! I technically already have two costumes for Princess weekend, LOL. Mainly because I bought too many last year and cannot make a decision until the night before a run. I just finalized Wine and Dine so now I'll start pondering Marathon Weekend.

 

[Livelovedance]

Hypothetical: for someone considering a dole whip themed running costume. Is this skirt A) cute or B) meh
C) too early to pick anything because I have months to change my mind or D) dang that's a fugly skirt, don't be persuaded by the pineapples

I just don't know.

I think it’s cute! Somehow I feel behind now that I haven’t given a thought to costumes lol. Once I get through registration I’m sure that’ll be on my mind!

 

[roxymama]

I think that skirt is adorable and works for a Dole Whip!! I technically already have two costumes for Princess weekend, LOL. Mainly because I bought too many last year and cannot make a decision until the night before a run. I just finalized Wine and Dine so now I'll start pondering Marathon Weekend.

Oh I feel you. Before wine n done 5k I had two choices laid out and picked in the dark of my room while my family slept that morning.

 

[longhorns2]

My younger DD loves Lilo and Stitch, and I was debating adding an Ohana breakfast....but the only day that really works is Sunday at 7:30. I’m guessing that trying to Uber over from the Dolphin on marathon morning is a bad idea, right?

Maybe take bus or uber to Epcot and then monorail over? I think that's a "safer" option - and also kinda cool view to see the runners all over property! But the 7:30 ressie could be hard as a straight uber option.