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[roomthreeseventeen]

I think the chances of a 5:30 5k are very small. It would be a mess, logistically.

 

[garner384]

Well if there is a timed 5k for Dopey at 5:30 before the family fun run 5k at 6:15 I will be running both. I signed DS6 and DS8 up for the 5k....they are NOT running that by themselves.

 

[roomthreeseventeen]

Well if there is a timed 5k for Dopey at 5:30 before the family fun run 5k at 6:15 I will be running both. I signed DS6 and DS8 up for the 5k....they are NOT running that by themselves.

I really wonder if they thought this through… who is supposed to watch the children if there’s only one parent?

 

[jeanigor]

I think the chances of a 5:30 5k are very small. It would be a mess, logistically.

I would agree.

Perhaps since there is so much going on at runDisney, they hired some bus drivers to answer guest questions.

 

[TorontoGirl]

I guess enough people didn't like that - now they say that it will be at the same time with a 6:15am start But Dopey participants will have a timed race.

Sorry for misleading anyone - looks like there may be changes as we go for this thing LOL

 

[roomthreeseventeen]

I guess enough people didn't like that - now they say that it will be at the same time with a 6:15am start But Dopey participants will have a times race.

Sorry for misleading anyone - looks like there may be changes as we go for this thing LOL

Someone from rD just told me 5:30. So I don't think anyone knows what's going on.

 

[croach]

Someone from rD just told me 5:30. So I don't think anyone knows what's going on.

It would be so nice if they would have some sort of bib pick up prior to the 5k but if it is 5:30 then that would make that even more difficult.

 

[EMHDad]

I really wonder if they thought this through… who is supposed to watch the children if there’s only one parent?

Chances are, if this is true, I am betting they allow single parents to run in the regular corrals. It just might not be timed.

 

[roomthreeseventeen]

It would be so nice if they would have some sort of bib pick up prior to the 5k but if it is 5:30 then that make that even more difficult.

You have to pick up your bib at the Expo. I believe.

 

[roomthreeseventeen]

Chances are, if this is true, I am betting they allow single parents to run in the regular corrals. It just might not be timed.

Right, but you have to be timed to be Dopey.

 

[croach]

Right, but you have to be timed to be Dopey.

Yeah just wishing I guess. Would mean you could get in later on Wednesday instead of worrying about getting to the expo that day. Oh well knew that going in.

 

[TorontoGirl]

Someone from rD just told me 5:30. So I don't think anyone knows what's going on.

I called the 407-938-3398 number and that's the update I got but I agree there is no way that parent's will not be running with their kids but the idea for the Dopey is to get a total time...I'm sure they will finalize things soon!

 

[jeanigor]

I called the 407-938-3398 number and that's the update I got but I agree there is no way that parent's will not be running with their kids but the idea for the Dopey is to get a total time...I'm sure they will finalize things soon!

I'm not so optimistic. They have three half marathon weekends and a 5K adventure course beforehand. They event is sold out. Just because we all want to know right here and now, doesn't mean that they will or can answer with certainty.

 

[cimrk01]

As it stands now we have until November 1st to email proof of time. I have a half marathon in mind prior to that date but I was hoping to use my time for the W&D for proof of time. Any word if Disney is planning on pushing that date back?

 

[TorontoGirl]

As it stands now we have until November 1st to email proof of time. I have a half marathon in mind prior to that date but I was hoping to use my time for the W&D for proof of time. Any word if Disney is planning on pushing that date back?

During the marketing blitz that happened before the on sale last Tuesday - the marketing Dir. for RunDisney was asked by a blogger/reporter if W&D would be able to be listed as a qualifier and he said that he would look into it

Nothing definitive but as least they are aware of the request out there to include the W&D as a POT for Jan.

 

[bumbershoot]

Suppose I can join this thread too.

Signed my son and I up for the 5k, signed him up for the Mickey Mile the next day, then I'll do the Half!

I was just going to do the 10k but when I realized I could do early registration that race had reached its limit for pre reg and I kind of panicked lol. So forget the 10k for me.

It's going to be an interesting 8 months getting ready for it all!

 

[PrincessV]

Okay experts, need some race planning advice...

What would you do with 4 weeks between 2 1/2 marathons? Assuming no injuries or other derailments, my training plan for Donald (race #1) would go up to 18 miles before tapering, with every other week a cut-back. Would you cycle down a week after, then go back up to 16-18 miles on the couple long runs before the second race, or just hang out around 12-16? Less? Not go up to 18 before the first race? Or is this just a stupid idea altogether?!

 

[WhereInFlorida]

Okay experts, need some race planning advice...

What would you do with 4 weeks between 2 1/2 marathons? Assuming no injuries or other derailments, my training plan for Donald (race #1) would go up to 18 miles before tapering, with every other week a cut-back. Would you cycle down a week after, then go back up to 16-18 miles on the couple long runs before the second race, or just hang out around 12-16? Less? Not go up to 18 before the first race? Or is this just a stupid idea altogether?!

4 weeks between halfs is ok. I would take the week after #1 easy with a LR of 8ish then week #2 up to 14ish before tapering again. Keep it flexible and back off a little more if you are still feeling the first race. Not going to gain anything between the races just have to recover.

 

[WhereInFlorida]

Hmmmm @ calling rD for a race over 8 months out. Must be an interesting place to answer phones.

 

[steves1019]

Horrible what just happened in Boston, hope the deaths and injuries don't increase :-(