The Running Thread - 2016

[Keels]

Hmmmm, can we find a way to have a taco stop during one of the races this year....

I think I know a person that can make that happen ...

 

[Anisum]

All this talk of tacos is making me hungry.

 

[Flossbolna]

ATTQOTD: I know we have a lot of beer lovers on this thread (I actually enjoy a good beer myself), but the worst smell to run in that I have come across is from the factory that makes the malt for the beer. When they bake the malt, there is that sickly sweet smell all over the area. When I lived in Munich and depending on the wind, this would sometimes drift to where I was running. It is horrible as it invades a large area and you cannot escape it.

03 - @Flossbolna - Nuremberg City Run 6k (40:00 / N/A)

I have to adjust my time. If I even run the race. My stupid foot is hurting again. Not sure how and why... I am giving it some rest while getting better again with my PT exercises. Hopefully it will be pain free by Monday. I basically only had a couple of runs since May now. So, if I run this race, it will be slow! So, let's say a goal of 45 minutes...

 

[Mickey Momma]

ATTQOTD: I know we have a lot of beer lovers on this thread (I actually enjoy a good beer myself), but the worst smell to run in that I have come across is from the factory that makes the malt for the beer. When they bake the malt, there is that sickly sweet smell all over the area. When I lived in Munich and depending on the wind, this would sometimes drift to where I was running. It is horrible as it invades a large area and you cannot escape it.

That is not a smell I have ever had to deal with on a run, but I know exactly what you are talking about! My husband has brewed a few small batches of beer in our kitchen before and that smell pervades the entire house. I always threaten to make him brew outside the next time, but then forget until it's too late.

 

[LSUlakes]

I hate to read about those of you having to miss a race due to injury. I hope you recover soon!

@RunDisneyDad looks like I will go ahead and put you down for a little race on April 17, 2017!!! Congrats again on getting in. If you have any questions I have run the event and so has @CheapRunnerMike . The 2017 race schedule isn't posted yet, but I do I have log going for when I switch it up at years end.

QOTD: With the last few comments discussing food items and me realizing my WDW trip is now 45 days out I am going to switch things up a little from the normal running theme and go with a Disney food question. What is your favorite snack at Disney?

ATTQOTD: Without a doubt, my favorite snack item at WDW is the cinnamon roll at Gaston's Tavern!

I may eat a half dozen of these things on my upcoming trip!

 

[roxymama]

Congrats @RunDisneyDad
And I love that Shipping Off to Boston song! I think I'll add that to my run playlist now you've reminded me of it.

ATTQOTD: This may be the hardest question of the day you've ever posted. But I feel like there is one clear winner for me:

 

[RunDisneyDad]

Congratulations. Awesome accomplishment. I am planning to spectate that race so I will see you run by, even if I don't know it, unless you stop and say HI of course.

Thanks! I'm sure you'll have an inspirational sign and as race day gets closer you'll have to let me know where you'll be...seeing friends is always a huge motivator.

@RunDisneyDad looks like I will go ahead and put you down for a little race on April 17, 2017!!! Congrats again on getting in. If you have any questions I have run the event and so has @CheapRunnerMike . The 2017 race schedule isn't posted yet, but I do I have log going for when I switch it up at years end.

Haha...thanks a bunch, I appreciate the offer! I will absolutely hit you guys up with questions. Obviously we have a January race in Houston to get ready for as well! Looking forward to that too.

 

[ebradley23]

ATTQOTD- Can you ask a harder question?!?!

Hmm, based on this latest trip I would have to say the Framboise from Les Halles. That cinnamon roll ranks pretty high though. What does the fruit and Nutella waffle at Sleepy Hollow count as? Because I had that thing twice this past trip.

 

[RunDisneyDad]

Congrats @RunDisneyDad
And I love that Shipping Off to Boston song! I think I'll add that to my run playlist now you've reminded me of it.

Thanks! I've worn that song out over the past few years, but still gets me going every time.

 

[dis_or_dat]

ATTQOTD: Always and forever: frozen banana with nuts

 

[Ariel484]

QOTD: With the last few comments discussing food items and me realizing my WDW trip is now 45 days out I am going to switch things up a little from the normal running theme and go with a Disney food question. What is your favorite snack at Disney?

OMG...ack, I can't pick just one!

All pics from Disney Food Blog...first thing I thought of was a Cronut from Epcot...I googled around for this picture and they put ICE CREAM on it?! What even.

And the Red Velvet cupcake from Starring Rolls in DHS...

And birthday cake ice cream from the Plaza in MK (which they DID NOT have when I was in WDW in August...so sad) - with or without cookies...

Clearly I have a sweet tooth.

The Nutella Waffle with fruit from Sleepy Hollow in MK has been on my "to eat" list for awhile now but I never find a good time to get it...it almost seems too big to be a snack, more like a small meal?

 

[disneydaydreamer33]

ATTQOTD: Hmmm, gotta go with a classic: Dole Whip (preferably in float form)

 

[cburnett11]

QOTD:

For me it has to be the Fruit/Nutella waffle at Sleepy Hollow. I'm calling it a snack, but I often treat it as a meal. There's so many though. Frozen banana is certainly a warm day go-to snack for me and my daughter. That cinnamon roll looks incredible, but I haven't had one of those yet. Most difficult question to date.

 

[rteetz]

QOTD: With the last few comments discussing food items and me realizing my WDW trip is now 45 days out I am going to switch things up a little from the normal running theme and go with a Disney food question. What is your favorite snack at Disney?

Favorite snack at WDW? Jeez that's a hard question. I love me some dole whip but I also love so many other things like Mickey pretzels and no way Jose and bread from France. I can't just pick one.

 

[roxymama]

ATTQOTD: Can I change my answer to say "and also everything at Food n Wine fest?" We loved it so much last year that we are making sure our trip next year happens at the same time.

 

[BuckeyeBama]

ATTQOTD: My favorite snack, but cannot be purchased with a snack credit, is the pecan pie at Boatwrights. I have gone there several times just for the pie and coffee.

For a snack that can be purchased with a snack credit I would go with the cinnamon glazed pecans and/or almonds.

 

[ZellyB]

Favorite snack is definitely a tough one, but I guess I have to go with a classic and say: Mickey Bar

Image from Disney Food Blog

 

[surfde22]

Thanks! I've worn that song out over the past few years, but still gets me going every time.

It s not possible to wear out that song. But then again, maybe it's just because I love the band so much

 

[JulieODC]

Yum! Good question! My favorite snack is a Grand Marnier slush in France/Epcot.

If forced to pick a food, I'd say the salted caramel ice cream at L'Artisans des Glaces, or a dole whip!

 

[LSUlakes]

This was a terrible question to ask today... I am so hungry!!!!! With dole whip being thrown around so much, I guess I need to finally try one on this trip. Where is the best place to get one? Can I get it with booze in it?

Haha...thanks a bunch, I appreciate the offer! I will absolutely hit you guys up with questions. Obviously we have a January race in Houston to get ready for as well! Looking forward to that too.

I am looking forward to making that trip for many reasons. I will get to hang out with my running friend that lives in Katy, picking up some of the most delicious tortillas from HEB (Butter type), and if I can keep my training up, a PR effort marathon. Plus Texas/Houston has good beer. My friend and I plan on getting a hotel downtown so we don't have to drive in the morning of, do you think we are to late for that? I also have a deal with my friend that if I can run a 1:30:00 half before Houston he will pace me for a BQ. Obviously I have my work cut out for me, but it would be awesome heading to Houston with a potential for a BQ.