Official 2016 Disneyland Half Marathon Thread

[camaker]

Hope everyone enjoyed the race today! The weather was perfect for me. Mid-60s and cloudy with a light breeze. The course was nice, too, I thought. The park sections at the beginning were great, but I just don't have the emotional connection to DL that I do with WDW. The off-property sections were ok, but the local support (dancing kids in traditional garb, marching bands, cheerleaders, etc) really helped break up the monotony. The 3/4 mile or so of classic cars was neat, too. The highlight for me was running into and around the field at Angels Stadium and seeing myself on the Jumbotron. At a point in the race when energy and enthusiasm are flagging it really provided a nice boost of energy.

Out of curiosity, did it seem like the mile markers were off, though, for most of the race? I was hitting mile markers significantly ahead of my Garmin tracking and that never happens! Also, did it seem like water stations were really backloaded on the course? After Angels Stadium it felt like there was one around every corner! Not a complaint, it just seemed weird!

All in all, a great weekend of running. Still hope to run into some of you guys before we scatter to the winds again.

 

[RunningPrince]

Congrats to everyone that did races this weekend and I hope those doing the half today enjoyed their tour of DLR and Anaheim. This was my 10th DLR half and great energy throughout the course.

On the water stop question, they have more stops at the last 5k of the race as the temps have varied greatly over the years and it has been hotter in the weeks leading up to this year's race. Good for those taking 3.5 hours to complete and starting from the last corral.

Looking forward to seeing all of you that will be in Paris in a few weeks to get the Castle to Chateau medal.

Off to the parks to get fast passes!

 

[Mickey Momma]

Thinking of heading to Trader Sam's in about an hour...anybody want to join me?

 

[courtneybeth]

I am so sad it is over - but what an amazing experience. A year ago I could barely run the Disneyland 5k and this year I ran 19.3 miles.

Course support and the actual course were amazing. Loved running Angel Stadium.

Loved this weekend. Can't wait to do it next year!

 

[camaker]

Thinking of heading to Trader Sam's in about an hour...anybody want to join me?

How long do you think you'll be there? I'm heading into DLP for lunch now.

 

[dis_or_dat]

Congrats everyone!!!!

 

[rteetz]

Congrats everyone! I hope you all had a fantastic weekend! I'm jealous of the bling and can't wait for January.

 

[MommaoffherRocker]

Thinking of heading to Trader Sam's in about an hour...anybody want to join me?

I'd like to join you, I got lots of hours before my plane leaves

 

[Mickey Momma]

How long do you think you'll be there? I'm heading into DLP for lunch now.

Depends on how good the drinks are.

I'd like to join you, I got lots of hours before my plane leaves

I'm here! I'm outside on the patio near the entrance.

 

[MommaoffherRocker]

Depends on how good the drinks are.



I'm here! I'm outside on the patio near the entrance.

Hobbling over now from paradise pier

 

[kristabelle13]

I DID IT!

And so did many of you!!! You are all so inspiring! Thanks for all the tips over these past few months!

@Mickey Momma god, I'd love to hobble over to TS right about now but I need to take care of some blisters HOWEVER, maybe I'll see you tonight at the WOC Dessert Party?

 

[Keels]

Dumbo's ears move on the medal!

 

[camaker]

Dumbo's ears move on the medal!

I KNOW!! Totally defeated my plan to not sound like a wind chime by just wearing the challenge medal!

Word of warning for those wearing to the park today, there can be little metal spurs on the back that can pick your shirt.

 

[Neon Cactus]

Congratulations to everyone running this weekend. I loved my first RunDisney experience at Disneyland. I'm pretty sure I wouldn't hurt as much without all the walking around the parks Friday and Saturday, but it is well worth the pain. Glad to have gotten a couple of last drops on the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror! Everybody have safe travels home.

 

[Jackie Skellington]

Congrats to all the runners this weekend! I enjoyed vicariously through all of your experiences. Makes me super excited for Paris in 3 weeks! Congrats again!!!

 

[courtneybeth]

One advantage to running the races - the most epic five hour nap of all time


Still feel like I'm on cloud 9. It's been such a blast building up to this moment and I'm sad now that it's over

 

[Belle Ella]

Congrats to everyone that ran this weekend! I wish I could have joined you, but still got to wish as many people as a I could a great run while at the Expo all weekend long. It's been a blast to see everyone with their medals while at work today ( sorry about the obnoxious girl at Radiator Springs Racers shouting congratulations to everyone if you happened to be there )

 

[Mickey Momma]

@Mickey Momma god, I'd love to hobble over to TS right about now but I need to take care of some blisters HOWEVER, maybe I'll see you tonight at the WOC Dessert Party?

Yes! I will be in Dumbo Ears.

 

[Mickey Momma]

How long do you think you'll be there? I'm heading into DLP for lunch now.

Sorry I missed you! @MommaoffherRocker and I met up for a drink, but didn't last too long in the brutal Anaheim sun.

 

[camaker]

Sorry I missed you! @MommaoffherRocker and I met up for a drink, but didn't last too long in the brutal Anaheim sun.

I'm sorry. I never made it that far! After lunch and finishing up my shopping for folks back home I crashed. Hope you enjoy the WoC Dessert Party, though! I'm going to take another run at the DLP fireworks. Fingers crossed they're not cancelled again.