Official 2012 Princess 1/2 marathon thread part 2

[fashionista311]

For those who have run before: how quickly does the temp rise during the race? I think the high for Sunday is around 75 depending on which site you check. I'm used to running in 40-60 degree weather. Im trying to figure out if i should wear the long sleeve shirt that looks better with my costume or the short sleve shirt with a throwaway sweatshirt over it for the morning. Any advice would be great. This is my first half and first pre-dawn start.

I would go with short-sleeve for sure. 50s or higher I race in shorts and short sleeve/tank. I might be cold for the first half mile, but I warm up pretty quickly. Plus if you have been running in cooler temps, you might find the warmer conditions a bit tougher than usual since you are not as acclimated as you are in the summer. Costume or not, I would err on the side of having a more comfortable race!

 

[Disneyland_emily]

The yellow & white course markers are out and the mesh fences are going up- So its getting super close now!

 

[TMcDwyer]

The yellow & white course markers are out and the mesh fences are going up- So its getting super close now!

SO EXCITED!!! I will be there in FOUR DAYS!!!

 

[Jeannekay]

I dreamed that the TSA took my custom inserts out of my shoes and took them apart and I kept saying, but I can't run without them. If you take them apart they won't work! Guess what I am going to be worrying about until after I'm through security on Thursday!

I had white foam inserts for arch supports. I took off my shoes, put them in the tote, they went thru xray and nothing happened. Got my shoes back a-okay.

I went through Detroit Metro and Orlando airport to go back home with no trouble. Good luck.

 

[Jeannekay]

For those who have run before: how quickly does the temp rise during the race? I think the high for Sunday is around 75 depending on which site you check. I'm used to running in 40-60 degree weather. Im trying to figure out if i should wear the long sleeve shirt that looks better with my costume or the short sleve shirt with a throwaway sweatshirt over it for the morning. Any advice would be great. This is my first half and first pre-dawn start.

Last year, by 6:30 I was warm! I am not used to Florida weather, just cool Michigan weather. I threw away my jogging jacket for donation. I had cheap sleeves that I sewed myself.

By 7:00, I threw one sleeve away and kept the other for wiping my sweaty forehead.

I had a short sleeved Nike shirt and shorts.

Further down, I quickly picked up an ice pack at the first aid station and held it to my neck and head to cool down. Worked out great. Don't hold the ice pack on your head very long. It's too hard on your heart. The carotid artery in your neck is the best spot to cool you down.

Good Luck! I wish I could be there to get this years medal! It's so pretty and my birthstone!

 

[TMcDwyer]

I dreamed that the TSA took my custom inserts out of my shoes and took them apart and I kept saying, but I can't run without them. If you take them apart they won't work! Guess what I am going to be worrying about until after I'm through security on Thursday!

I would FREAK if anyone tried to take my inserts!!! I seriously don't even like to walk around without them.

 

[Rose&Mike]

I would FREAK if anyone tried to take my inserts!!! I seriously don't even like to walk around without them.

I know what you mean. I had them in when we flew at Christmas, so I don't know why I had this dream, but it was scary!

 

[Mickey'sfriend]

3 more work days for me! Just finished a nice 5 mile run in my race t-shirt. No rubbing or chaffing. I'm set to go!

 

[kappyfamily]

Just finished packing! Bummed I missed the Disneyland 1/2 registration though. Thought for sure I would have a couple more days to register and get the c2c. Oh well, maybe tink and wine and dine next year?

 

[Jeannekay]

3 more work days for me! Just finished a nice 5 mile run in my race t-shirt. No rubbing or chaffing. I'm set to go!

Cool! Good Luck!

The expo has some cool new shirts to buy. A white tank top that says Disney Princess 1/2 on it, a tiara, NEW Dooney & Bourke purses, New powder light blue "I did it" princess 1/2 shirt, nice new Princess design white Champion jacket, blue Champion princess shirt and a few more.

 

[PRmamiDEdos]

I getting so nervous . Every time I think about this race I feel like I'm going to poop my pants. I hope this feeling doesn't stick come Sunday morning.

 

[Jeannekay]

I getting so nervous . Every time I think about this race I feel like I'm going to poop my pants. I hope this feeling doesn't stick come Sunday morning.

I was nervous too, but it all worked out perfectly. It was so much fun! It was over before I knew it. Then, I was sad it was over. Ha Ha Take some slow deep breaths and imagine something relaxing. You don't want to wear yourself down by worrying.

 

[TiggerAllie]

Just finished packing! Bummed I missed the Disneyland 1/2 registration though. Thought for sure I would have a couple more days to register and get the c2c. Oh well, maybe tink and wine and dine next year?

Seriously?? It was only at 93% yesterday!

Is there any chance that any more spots will open up? (Is there a waitlist?)

 

[freepixie]

I getting so nervous . Every time I think about this race I feel like I'm going to poop my pants. I hope this feeling doesn't stick come Sunday morning.

You so have to check out this youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NsMw10KVVCk&sns=fb

When I read what you wrote I thought of that clip and started to giggle, its a good one!!

"Don't pants your poop, don't pants your poop!!"

 

[lifeasiseeit]

Just finished packing! Bummed I missed the Disneyland 1/2 registration though. Thought for sure I would have a couple more days to register and get the c2c. Oh well, maybe tink and wine and dine next year?

I'm sorry you missed the window. :-(

This morning I checked out of curiosity to see how high the registration was and it was still at 93%. It's crazy that it sold out in less than 12 hours (I'm guessing...).

 

[lifeasiseeit]

I didn't exactly have race dream, but when I woke up this morning I thought today was the half.

Considering it was 7 a.m., I was in my bed, in Boston, and I was wide awake...this is probably not good.

Let's all hope that I remember to get on the plane Friday....

 

[4happybogles]

Just found this info and though i would share. Your bib number is on the wavier you can print off before the expo.

Here is a link on the disboards to see where other peoople on here are:

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2872370

Corral: Individuals Bib *** Team Bib Range
Corral A 31-2250 *** 20001-20313
Corral B 2251-4500 *** 20314-20634
Corral C 4501-6750 *** 20635-21017
Corral D 6751-9000 *** 21018-21373
Corral E 9001-11250 *** 21374-21777
Corral F 11251-13500 *** 21778-22159
Corral G 13501-15750 *** 22160-22617
Corral H 15751-18000 *** 22618-23000

 

[stitchfan18]

I just did a post on my blog about some common misconceptions about Disney races. Check it out if you are running your first runDisney event and have some questions in your head about what will happen!

 

[TiggerAllie]

Just found this info and though i would share. Your bib number is on the wavier you can print off before the expo.

Here is a link on the disboards to see where other peoople on here are:

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2872370

Corral: Individuals Bib *** Team Bib Range
Corral A 31-2250 *** 20001-20313
Corral B 2251-4500 *** 20314-20634
Corral C 4501-6750 *** 20635-21017
Corral D 6751-9000 *** 21018-21373
Corral E 9001-11250 *** 21374-21777
Corral F 11251-13500 *** 21778-22159
Corral G 13501-15750 *** 22160-22617
Corral H 15751-18000 *** 22618-23000

Someone posted the times that each Corral start-- or, I saw it somewhere. Can someone post it again? Thanks!

 

[HockeyKat]

I just did a post on my blog about some common misconceptions about Disney races. Check it out if you are running your first runDisney event and have some questions in your head about what will happen!

Great blog post!! I completely agree.

I read through the last few posts too... love all the pics.