Marathon Weekend 2026

[pluto377]

Slightly off topic- I'm trying to figure out grocery delivery. I haven't done it in a few years when I used Garden Grocer. What is your favorite delivery service that you've used recently? I saw Dizzy Dolphin got some good reviews?

 

[Smooth_Whiskey]

Slightly off topic- I'm trying to figure out grocery delivery. I haven't done it in a few years when I used Garden Grocer. What is your favorite delivery service that you've used recently? I saw Dizzy Dolphin got some good reviews?

We used insta cart for a big group order, it worked great even though my group over estimated the amount of bananas they would eat haha

 

[rick1zoo2]

Someone thought we should move our training to Disney this week:


I don’t recommend eating a big buffet the day before a race. This was us last night after Biergarten:

 

[nancipants]

Someone thought we should move our training to Disney this week:
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I don’t recommend eating a big buffet the day before a race. This was us last night after Biergarten:

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how long will you be in town? I'm doing my big long run at the resorts on Saturday.

 

[Baloo in MI]

I believe the marathon used to go by the McDonalds nearby so some folks would go in for McFlurries but not sure how far off the course that is now.

There used to be a DIS member, McFlurrieJohn (?) on previous Marathon Weekend threads who would do that every year. Sounds fun but I would instantly regret that choice!

Unrelated, did anyone get into Chicago? Sixth year in a row (or seventh, not sure) that I did not get selected in the lottery. Thinking I might go the fundraiser route. I really want to run Chicago and I thought this was going to be the year. Of course I thought that last year also…. Hope some of you out there had more luck!

 

[Erika10021]

how long will you be in town? I'm doing my big long run at the resorts on Saturday.

We’re doing another run on Saturday! Port Orleans. Shoot me a message on a meet up

 

[Herding_Cats]

Slightly off topic- I'm trying to figure out grocery delivery. I haven't done it in a few years when I used Garden Grocer. What is your favorite delivery service that you've used recently? I saw Dizzy Dolphin got some good reviews?

We use Walmart or instacart (for Costco pre-made stuff.)

 

[The Expert]

Unrelated, did anyone get into Chicago? Sixth year in a row (or seventh, not sure) that I did not get selected in the lottery. Thinking I might go the fundraiser route. I really want to run Chicago and I thought this was going to be the year. Of course I thought that last year also…. Hope some of you out there had more luck!

A few did! There's a discussion over on the Running Thread. I'm in with a charity, so I knew in October, but a few others got in via lottery.

 

[Novatrix]

Slightly off topic- I'm trying to figure out grocery delivery. I haven't done it in a few years when I used Garden Grocer. What is your favorite delivery service that you've used recently? I saw Dizzy Dolphin got some good reviews?

I've been pretty happy with Amazon Prime Now for grocery delivery.

 

[The Expert]

Slightly off topic- I'm trying to figure out grocery delivery. I haven't done it in a few years when I used Garden Grocer. What is your favorite delivery service that you've used recently? I saw Dizzy Dolphin got some good reviews?

We usually have a car, so I place a pickup order at Publix via instacart and we swing by on our way to our room. I usually set the pickup for 3-4pm and even if we get our room a bit later, they'll hold it.

 

[garneska]

I believe the marathon used to go by the McDonalds nearby so some folks would go in for McFlurries but not sure how far off the course that is now.

I am late to the party but that is McFlurry John, @John VN. He is still on the boards we chat occasionally. He even met the rockstar from my avatar. He was thinking about doing the 10k. Yes he ventured off many times to get his McFlurry. Probably tasted amazing at about mile 16 to 18.

 

[nancipants]

We’re doing another run on Saturday! Port Orleans. Shoot me a message on a meet up

Nice! I’m starting at Boardwalk and also planning to hit CBR/RIV, AOA/POP, and MK resorts. I’ll message you!

 

[Mr_Incr3dible]

...and rD has been more actively enforcing both spectator location and handing off items.

I heard they had issues with some lady handing out tissues to runners....

 

[FFigawi]

Now for the real question, with or without mug purchase?

All depends if we think rD will accept it as a refillable beer cup or not

 

[John VN]

I am late to the party but that is McFlurry John, @John VN. He is still on the boards we chat occasionally. He even met the rockstar from my avatar. He was thinking about doing the 10k. Yes he ventured off many times to get his McFlurry. Probably tasted amazing at about mile 16 to 18.

Hi Kris !!! Kathy and I fondly remember those good old FW Marathon Weekend Days and miss you-all.

p.s. - those McFlurries WERE AWESOME Be Well - jvn aka- McFlurry John
p.p.s - known for many years on STRAVA as Psycho Johnny

 

[Disney at Heart]

Feeling nostalgic now! @John VN @Keels @Coach @Ariel484 @lhermiston @OldSlowGoofyGuy @tigger356 @Waiting2goback @Wendy98- just a few who used to post regularly, and I miss their presence here. Also, @DopeyBadger who is still active in the community, but doesn’t post here as much. Some may have changed user names or left the boards; some may no longer be running Disney or running at all. If you are still active somewhere, just know that you are missed.

 

[The Expert]

I heard they had issues with some lady handing out tissues to runners....

For the record, they had no issues with my tissues (and I plan to have them again this year). In fact, a CM in Epcot complimented my great idea! But I did nearly get tossed in Disney jail for crossing the road at Bay Lake to swap items with DH last year.

 

[FFigawi]

Feeling nostalgic now! @John VN @Keels @Coach @Ariel484 @lhermiston @OldSlowGoofyGuy @tigger356 @Waiting2goback @Wendy98- just a few who used to post regularly, and I miss their presence here. Also, @DopeyBadger who is still active in the community, but doesn’t post here as much. Some may have changed user names or left the boards; some may no longer be running Disney or running at all. If you are still active somewhere, just know that you are missed.

Don't forget Teetz who was very active here for years before the powers-that-be kicked him out. And I have it on good authority that @lhermiston will be running MW in 2027 when Rogue Two makes its triumphant return.