Marathon Weekend 2019

[rteetz]

Here's Weather Underground which will show a bit more info about actual race time temps predictions:

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5k (5am to 7:30am) - T+D of 102 to 107 (pace adjustment of +0.5%)
10k (5am to 8:00am) - T+D of 115 to 117 (pace adjustment of +1%)
HM (5am to 10:00am) - T+D of 117 to 125 (pace adjustment of +1.5%)
M (5am to 1:30pm) - not yet available

Data shows that in most areas of the country, these types of predictive forecasts don't beat historical averages until about 5 days out. Precipitation isn't as good as historical weather until 48 hrs out. But from experience, FL seems to have a much higher level of variability than other places in the US. Trust the locals.

Given these possible forecasts, if I were coming from the north and training in 30s right now I'd seriously consider starting some heat acclimation training to dampen the effects of the rise in temps.

I’m not worried. I don’t mind running in 50s, 60s or 70s. I just don’t want what we had last year. Our winter in WI as I’m sure you know has been kind of warm recently compared to normal anyways.

 

[DopeyBadger]

I’m not worried. I don’t mind running in 50s, 60s or 70s. I just don’t want what we had last year. Our winter in WI as I’m sure you know has been kind of warm recently compared to normal anyways.

Absolutely not as bad as recent past years. I remember training in many sub-zero days. I'm not sure we've even hit sub-zero this training cycle. Bit bummed personally to be missing out on this mostly awesome training weather.

 

[rteetz]

Absolutely not as bad as recent past years. I remember training in many sub-zero days. I'm not sure we've even hit sub-zero this training cycle. Bit bummed personally to be missing out on this mostly awesome training weather.

Yep I’ve been very glad to not have to layer as much as I normally do.

 

[jennamfeo]

Arizona hasn't gotten above 55 for the past week. Right now it is 34* at 8:30am. REALLY looking forward to the weather in Florida.

 

[a-mad]

OK, another question for ya'll.

We have never used Magical Express before. We are looking forward to using it this trip. We are taking a RedEye and will be arriving at 5:09AM at MCO on Wednesday the 9th. Our original plan was to check-in to our room at BCV online prior to our trip, tag our checked bags with Magical Express tags, head straight to the busses with our carry-ons after we arrive, head to BCV and have them store our carry-on bags then head to the parks. We would spend some time in the parks until we see that our rooms are ready, than at some point we'd head back, retrieve our carry-on bags, get into our rooms (hopefully with our checked luggage there), then head to the Expo.

I was talking to a guy at work today who frequents WDW at least annually, and said when they take a RedEye they don't check their bags with Magical Express tags, but retrieve them from the baggage carousel, haul them to the bus and still take Magical Express, but just stow all their luggage at the hotel while they're in the parks waiting for their room to be ready.

I re-read my documentation from Magical Express and it states that the service for checked bags are for arriving flights starting at 5am through 10pm - so it appears our arriving flight would qualify.

For those that perhaps have taken a RedEye, or have arrived at odd hours... do you recommend one plan over the other? Have any of you dealt with any issues at using Magical Express and checked luggage when you're unable to get right to your room upon arrival?

Thanks in advance... (again!)

 

[PrincessV]

This Floridian has already worn every pair of tights and long sleeve shirt I own at least once this season: I'm good now. I've been enjoying the humidity and warmer temps this week! 50s is still pretty cool for me for the short races - it's only the marathon that concerns me some. I just keep reminding myself that it's nearly impossible for it to be so warm as to be uncomfortable for me, I thrive in warm and humid conditions, and an ice-cold beer will be a LOT more appealing at mile 25 if it's warm out.

 

[rteetz]

OK, another question for ya'll.

We have never used Magical Express before. We are looking forward to using it this trip. We are taking a RedEye and will be arriving at 5:09AM at MCO on Wednesday the 9th. Our original plan was to check-in to our room at BCV online prior to our trip, tag our checked bags with Magical Express tags, head straight to the busses with our carry-ons after we arrive, head to BCV and have them store our carry-on bags then head to the parks. We would spend some time in the parks until we see that our rooms are ready, than at some point we'd head back, retrieve our carry-on bags, get into our rooms (hopefully with our checked luggage there), then head to the Expo.

I was talking to a guy at work today who frequents WDW at least annually, and said when they take a RedEye they don't check their bags with Magical Express tags, but retrieve them from the baggage carousel, haul them to the bus and still take Magical Express, but just stow all their luggage at the hotel while they're in the parks waiting for their room to be ready.

I re-read my documentation from Magical Express and it states that the service for checked bags are for arriving flights starting at 5am through 10pm - so it appears our arriving flight would qualify.

For those that perhaps have taken a RedEye, or have arrived at odd hours... do you recommend one plan over the other? Have any of you dealt with any issues at using Magical Express and checked luggage when you're unable to get right to your room upon arrival?

Thanks in advance... (again!)

It really depends on what you want to do. You arrive in the time frame that DME takes luggage. If you don’t need anything in your checked luggage I would just let DME handle it. If there is something you want/need take it yourself on the bus. Because your room likely won’t be ready that early Disney will hold you luggage whether it’s through DME or if you give it to bell services until your room is ready. Bell services will deliver it to your room for you too when it’s ready.

 

[croach]

OK, another question for ya'll.

We have never used Magical Express before. We are looking forward to using it this trip. We are taking a RedEye and will be arriving at 5:09AM at MCO on Wednesday the 9th. Our original plan was to check-in to our room at BCV online prior to our trip, tag our checked bags with Magical Express tags, head straight to the busses with our carry-ons after we arrive, head to BCV and have them store our carry-on bags then head to the parks. We would spend some time in the parks until we see that our rooms are ready, than at some point we'd head back, retrieve our carry-on bags, get into our rooms (hopefully with our checked luggage there), then head to the Expo.

I was talking to a guy at work today who frequents WDW at least annually, and said when they take a RedEye they don't check their bags with Magical Express tags, but retrieve them from the baggage carousel, haul them to the bus and still take Magical Express, but just stow all their luggage at the hotel while they're in the parks waiting for their room to be ready.

I re-read my documentation from Magical Express and it states that the service for checked bags are for arriving flights starting at 5am through 10pm - so it appears our arriving flight would qualify.

For those that perhaps have taken a RedEye, or have arrived at odd hours... do you recommend one plan over the other? Have any of you dealt with any issues at using Magical Express and checked luggage when you're unable to get right to your room upon arrival?

Thanks in advance... (again!)

I’ve arrived after hours and had to pick up my own bag. No problems with that. But if you’re arriving in the timeframe then use the service. Skip the baggage carousel and go straight to the bus. Granted at that time of morning you may still be waiting around a bit, but at least you don’t have to fool around with luggage.

 

[Bulldogmommy]

OK, another question for ya'll.

We have never used Magical Express before. We are looking forward to using it this trip. We are taking a RedEye and will be arriving at 5:09AM at MCO on Wednesday the 9th. Our original plan was to check-in to our room at BCV online prior to our trip, tag our checked bags with Magical Express tags, head straight to the busses with our carry-ons after we arrive, head to BCV and have them store our carry-on bags then head to the parks. We would spend some time in the parks until we see that our rooms are ready, than at some point we'd head back, retrieve our carry-on bags, get into our rooms (hopefully with our checked luggage there), then head to the Expo.

I was talking to a guy at work today who frequents WDW at least annually, and said when they take a RedEye they don't check their bags with Magical Express tags, but retrieve them from the baggage carousel, haul them to the bus and still take Magical Express, but just stow all their luggage at the hotel while they're in the parks waiting for their room to be ready.

I re-read my documentation from Magical Express and it states that the service for checked bags are for arriving flights starting at 5am through 10pm - so it appears our arriving flight would qualify.

For those that perhaps have taken a RedEye, or have arrived at odd hours... do you recommend one plan over the other? Have any of you dealt with any issues at using Magical Express and checked luggage when you're unable to get right to your room upon arrival?

Thanks in advance... (again!)

If you don't need your luggage, let them handle the work... we are arriving after 11pm and have to go claim our bags... Kind of bummed about it, not a big deal, I'm just spoiled to letting Disney do the work. Have a great trip!

 

[run.minnie.miles]

So what is everyone's plans for music/podcasts during the marathon?

Will you keep your headphones in the entire time? Run without? What will you listen to?

 

[rteetz]

So what is everyone's plans for music/podcasts during the marathon?

Will you keep your headphones in the entire time? Run without? What will you listen to?

No headphones for me. I take in the atmosphere. There is so much going on with DJs, music, characters, etc.

 

[at227]

That is something that's been rolling around in the back of my head. But I definitely need to finish the half before I think too much about it. I might never want to run that distance again.

I ran my first half in 2013 vowed never to run again. 3 years later I ran the full and 1 year later I got Dopey Fever! These races can be addicting! This year just the half for me, thankfully considering I'm still limping from a broken toe
Have fun, make sure to enjoy the half and take a moment to look up at the race course and appreciate the crowds and energy (I always forget to do this and regret it later on).

 

[Princess KP]

So what is everyone's plans for music/podcasts during the marathon?

Will you keep your headphones in the entire time? Run without? What will you listen to?

Working on my playlist right now!

 

[jennamfeo]

So what is everyone's plans for music/podcasts during the marathon?

Will you keep your headphones in the entire time? Run without? What will you listen to?

I usually run without headphones or music for the same reason as @rteetz BUT I just got some Aftershokz so I will probably wear those during the Marathon only so I can listen to some music during the boring parts. Shoot, maybe during the Half too because that course is desolate.

 

[steph0808]

I never run with headphones or music. I enjoy the peace (when out on the trail) or atmosphere (at Disney).

There is always noise at my house, so I enjoy the quiet when I'm running!

 

[PrincessV]

So what is everyone's plans for music/podcasts during the marathon?

Will you keep your headphones in the entire time? Run without? What will you listen to?

ALWAYS headphones (earbuds) for me! 1. they dampen ambient noise, which I need to do to preserve my sanity at noisy races, and 2. listening to music ranks as one of my greatest joys in life, and running is the only time I have to indulge in it. Already made my Marathon playlist for this year and have tested it on a couple long runs. It's heavy on disco, rap, and dancehall reggae this year.

 

[croach]

So what is everyone's plans for music/podcasts during the marathon?

Will you keep your headphones in the entire time? Run without? What will you listen to?

Disney is one of the few times I run without headphones. Just like to hear all the stuff going on around me, even it’s just the sound of shoes on the road. Plus I have to concentrate on character names for the text group or people make fun of me.

 

[rteetz]

Disney is one of the few times I run without headphones. Just like to hear all the stuff going on around me, even it’s just the sound of shoes on the road. Plus I have to concentrate on character names for the text group or people make fun of me.

We make fun of you regardless

 

[Dis_Yoda]

Disney is one of the few times I run without headphones. Just like to hear all the stuff going on around me, even it’s just the sound of shoes on the road. Plus I have to concentrate on character names for the text group or people make fun of me.

I can’t wait for your descriptions this time!

 

[croach]

We make fun of you regardless

Touché