Official 2014 Tinker Bell Half Marathon

[cantwaitvaca09]

Hi I've been MIA lately, but I think I'm caught up now! I wanted to share that this morning I was reading a blog that happened to mention some changes that are evidently being made in the registration for 2014 runDisney event...this one in particular was for the WDW marathon weekend, but I'm thinking it will most likely be the new "rules" for all the events. Has this already been discussed? Sorry if it has...but most notably was that starting for 2014 events, you must provide proof of time if you plan to finish the half in 3:15 or less...previously it was 2:45...and it states that if you do not provide, you will be placed in the last corral. Also, they will NOT accept any proof of time for corral changes at the expo. There will be a specific deadline date given for each race and proof must be emailed by that date (if not provided during registration) or else you will be placed in the last corral. I thought this was pretty important for those that will not have proof of time for Tink at the time of registration, but planned to participate in a race later in the year for proof...you will now have to make sure to find a race before the deadline. I read that the deadline for WDW weekend is November 1... and maybe since WDW marathon weekend and Tink are fairly close to each other, the Tink deadline will be probably early to mid november? Can't really say anything for sure of course, but something to keep in mind when planning your races this year....I suppose there's a chance these new guidelines will be exclusively for WDW marathon weekend, who knows, but thought it was worth mentioning and something to keep an eye on.

Cripey, Thanks for posting this I did not know about it. I am hoping to do Tink/ Princess 2014 for my C2C. I have a half May 5th that I am working hard to get a finish time under 2:45!

 

[dewingedpixie]

Dear Disney,

Please make a <2:00 corral this year for Tink and Princess. I cant run a sub 1:30 but I'm hoping to be gunning for a <1:45 with the help of a coach. Please don't clothes line me.

Thanx

Another Arthritic Runner

 

[longhorns2]

Check my blog. Rundisney is putting more corrals! You might get your wish PP!

Nov 1 was cut off last year for Tink. I think it will b e same this year. Dec 1 for princess.

 

[mamastew]

Check my blog. Rundisney is putting more corrals! You might get your wish PP!

Nov 1 was cut off last year for Tink. I think it will b e same this year. Dec 1 for princess.

Thanks for posting the information about the new corrals.

I just read on your blog that you're going to do the Wounded Warrior in Dallas in June. I'm going to be doing it too! It will be my 1st half!!!!!

 

[rachlovestv]

My last rant is I hope they look at emails this time. My dad summited an updated half time for marathon weekend and never got a response so when we went to runners relations they compared his times to their time chart and he was still in the wrong corral.

A note about this -- it seems like are going to be way better about this. I registered for the Dopey on Tuesday morning, and my sleep-garbled brain put down the wrong estimated finish time for the marathon - I somehow added an hour! Later that day, when I realized my mistake, I emailed Track Shack about it. 3 days later, they've already gotten back to me, and have updated my registration with the correct time.

Hopefully that's a sign that they are indeed going to be vigilant about checking proof of time and making sure everyone is in the corral they are supposed to be.

I'm hoping to sign up for Tink again in 2014, as I'd like to stay perfect, and get my second C2C medal! Right now the plan is to fly directly from WDW to Disneyland, which has always been a secret fantasy of mine!

 

[longhorns2]

Thanks for posting the information about the new corrals.

I just read on your blog that you're going to do the Wounded Warrior in Dallas in June. I'm going to be doing it too! It will be my 1st half!!!!!

I think I'm doing the 10k. DH needs a 10k for dumbo dare so I think I'm running with him. Or behind him. Lol. Good luck on the half!!! Are you excited? My first was princess. It spoiled me. Lol

 

[dewingedpixie]

Check my blog. Rundisney is putting more corrals! You might get your wish PP!

Nov 1 was cut off last year for Tink. I think it will b e same this year. Dec 1 for princess.

YAY!!! I really feel like throwing anyone who runs bellow 10 minute miles into one corral is just sorta silly.

 

[kirstie101]

Went for my 8 mile run yesterday and limped back after 1.5 miles. Did soemthing to my ankle. I was able to walk it out after a half mile but I woke up with it sore again this morning. Gonna rest and ice all this week. My 10K is on Sunday and I was hoping to PR and use it for Tink. We'll see what happens I guess. I dont want to push too hard and not be able to run the Diva Half a month from now.
On a more happy note I Love my new Garmin forerunner 10! So awesome being able to look down and see how far I've run!

 

[longhorns2]

Went for my 8 mile run yesterday and limped back after 1.5 miles. Did soemthing to my ankle. I was able to walk it out after a half mile but I woke up with it sore again this morning. Gonna rest and ice all this week. My 10K is on Sunday and I was hoping to PR and use it for Tink. We'll see what happens I guess. I dont want to push too hard and not be able to run the Diva Half a month from now.
On a more happy note I Love my new Garmin forerunner 10! So awesome being able to look down and see how far I've run!

Take care of you! And guess who will be in SF for Diva?! SUMMER!

 

[DVC Daisy]

Take care of you! And guess who will be in SF for Diva?! SUMMER!

I will be doing the 5k Diva in SF. First. Race. Ever.

Kinda nervous. But excited too, I want to see & feel the whole experience & I figured this is a good one to try. I hope I do ok! But at least I will finish & get the whole first race thing out of the way.

 

[cantwaitvaca09]

Went for my 8 mile run yesterday and limped back after 1.5 miles. Did soemthing to my ankle. I was able to walk it out after a half mile but I woke up with it sore again this morning. Gonna rest and ice all this week. My 10K is on Sunday and I was hoping to PR and use it for Tink. We'll see what happens I guess. I dont want to push too hard and not be able to run the Diva Half a month from now.
On a more happy note I Love my new Garmin forerunner 10! So awesome being able to look down and see how far I've run!

Rest and Ice, I hope you are pain free fast. I wish Diva Half would come to Illinois

 

[mamastew]

Went for my 8 mile run yesterday and limped back after 1.5 miles. Did soemthing to my ankle. I was able to walk it out after a half mile but I woke up with it sore again this morning. Gonna rest and ice all this week. My 10K is on Sunday and I was hoping to PR and use it for Tink. We'll see what happens I guess. I dont want to push too hard and not be able to run the Diva Half a month from now.
On a more happy note I Love my new Garmin forerunner 10! So awesome being able to look down and see how far I've run!

Take care of yourself so you can get back to running and not have any injuries.

 

[kirstie101]

Take care of you! And guess who will be in SF for Diva?! SUMMER!

OMG will she really? Where is she staying? I think we're at the Marriott? Not sure, I didnt make the reservations so I'll check. I'll facebook you and give you my cell number and you can pass it along to her. Maybe we can meet up with her for dinner or something!

 

[kirstie101]

I will be doing the 5k Diva in SF. First. Race. Ever.

Kinda nervous. But excited too, I want to see & feel the whole experience & I figured this is a good one to try. I hope I do ok! But at least I will finish & get the whole first race thing out of the way.

Yay! You will have a GREAT time! The first race is always an interesting experience. I know I was so nervous and didn't know what to expect. You'll do great though and be less nervous for your next one!

Rest and Ice, I hope you are pain free fast. I wish Diva Half would come to Illinois

Thank you! I didn't do it last year but a friend did and I hear its lots of fun.

Take care of yourself so you can get back to running and not have any injuries.

Thanks! Injuries sucks!

 

[kim3339]

Went for my 8 mile run yesterday and limped back after 1.5 miles. Did soemthing to my ankle. I was able to walk it out after a half mile but I woke up with it sore again this morning. Gonna rest and ice all this week. My 10K is on Sunday and I was hoping to PR and use it for Tink. We'll see what happens I guess. I dont want to push too hard and not be able to run the Diva Half a month from now.
On a more happy note I Love my new Garmin forerunner 10! So awesome being able to look down and see how far I've run!

Sorry about your ankle! Hope it heals fast. How's the new puppy doing?

I will be doing the 5k Diva in SF. First. Race. Ever.

Kinda nervous. But excited too, I want to see & feel the whole experience & I figured this is a good one to try. I hope I do ok! But at least I will finish & get the whole first race thing out of the way.

You'll do great, don't worry!

 

[longhorns2]

OMG will she really? Where is she staying? I think we're at the Marriott? Not sure, I didnt make the reservations so I'll check. I'll facebook you and give you my cell number and you can pass it along to her. Maybe we can meet up with her for dinner or something!

Not sure, but she is doing the Diva. Thats what you are doing right? LOL Send me your info and I'll pass it along!

 

[dewingedpixie]

Went for my 8 mile run yesterday and limped back after 1.5 miles. Did soemthing to my ankle. I was able to walk it out after a half mile but I woke up with it sore again this morning. Gonna rest and ice all this week. My 10K is on Sunday and I was hoping to PR and use it for Tink. We'll see what happens I guess. I dont want to push too hard and not be able to run the Diva Half a month from now.
On a more happy note I Love my new Garmin forerunner 10! So awesome being able to look down and see how far I've run!

I hope your ankle is feeling better . Injuries suck.

 

[DVC Daisy]

Thanks for the encouragement on the Diva 5k Kim & Kristie!

I am doing it to get the whole "race day" experience so I know more about what to expect. Plus I really like pink! Looks like it will have pink everywhere

I did not want Tink to bee my very first race

Now it looks like I will prob be entering a couple of 10ks & probably a 1/2 before Tink with the new rules. Gotta try & make sure I am in the correct corral

QUESTION: I am going to be at WDW for almost 2 weeks before the race. Staying @ Boardwalk. If I want to train, I would assume that either from Boardwalk to Epcot & back or Boardwalk to Hollywood Studios & back would both be good paths. Any advice? (I am a beginner)!

Thanks.

 

[dewingedpixie]

Is anyone doing the DC/VA Diva? I'm considering this one though its in the warm season for me.

 

[kimber23]

Hi Ladies!
I'm new to the DIS boards and I'm excited to have found such a fun group of Disney runners (if you'll have me). I've run the Disneyland half the past 2 years with my hubby and we're registered for Dumbo in the fall. I'm planning to run Tink 2014, most likely my first solo race. Looking forward to the knowledge you ladies have to share!

Kimber