Transportation for Classic 10k race Oct 13th

[Luv2Roam]

DH registered for this and asked Disney some time back about bus transportation there and back.
He was e-mailed twice that yes, Disney would provide bus transportation for the race entrants.
He was notified recently, via e-mail, that transportation WOULD NOT be provided after all.
We are sans car. Taxi is the only think I can think of.
DH was thinking about seeing how far it was from ASMu to Epcot, and just run there for the race (in addition to the race). And he thought it looked like running TO the race looked to be as far in miles AS the race itself.
And like most of us know, those roads really aren't made for foot traffic.
Are there any back roads/shorter routes he could run on to get to Epcot? I am guessing the taxi service will be quite heavy that morning if no transportation is provided for the runners.
Any other thoughts or suggestions?

BTW -- Disney did tell him transportation would START at 8:00 am, the same time the race STARTS.

 

[CaliforniaDreaming]

What is this race?

 

[Chip 'n Dale Express]

One thing I will say... PLEASE DO NOT RUN TO EPCOT!!!! Not a good idea. As you stated, those roads are not meant for foot traffic, and are VERY dangerous.



Busses will start running at 7:00am for Character Breakfasts, including the ones at Epcot... I don't see why they wouldn't be able to take you there. And if I remember correctly, Disney usually does provide transportation for this event... My advice would be to call 407-WDW-RIDE and ask them... They are the Bus Experts.

 

[Luv2Roam]

Thanks, I will call that number.
This was the latest e-mail DH received. (The previous two stating there WOULD be transportation to Epcot for the runners in this race.)
"Thank you for your recent email regarding Disney's 10K Classic.
To answer your question, Walt Disney World transportation begins at 8:00am - therefore transportation from your hotel to the start line is not available. Transportation from the finish back to Epcot, or to your hotel will be provided. A couple of alternatives would be taking a cab (your resort can help you with that), or running to the start (actually a lot of runners do this as a warm-up).

We look forward to hosting you in October! Take care,

Kecia A. Christiansen"

 

[Chip 'n Dale Express]

Never trust any Transportation information given to you by a non-transportation cast member... A lot of times, they don't always have the most accurate information. WDW-RIDE is our Central Bus Information... they know it all.

 

[Luv2Roam]

After re-reading, we realize the race STARTS at 7:00 a.m. So looks like a taxi will be in order.
And somewhere between Aug 8 and Sept 12, someone at WDW decided the race participants will not have bus transportation to the race.
But I will call the number tomorrow and verify this.

CA Dreaming:
Here is more race info:
http://dwws.disney.go.com/wideworld...sportingeventindex?id=SPOR10KClassic02SporEvn
October 13, 2002

Race around the World by entering Disney's 10K Classic at the WALT DISNEY WORLD® Resort. Now in its 4th year, this event has quickly become a destination race for athletes from all over the country. Beginning at Epcot®, the adventure takes you through the eleven great nations of World Showcase, along the charming coastal village of Disney's Boardwalk Resort, and to an exhilarating finish at Disney's Wide World of Sports® Complex.

The event will also feature Kids' Races at Disney's Wide World of Sports® Complex for children ages 11 and under. Kids' races are free of charge and registration will take place on race day only.

DATE & TIME
Date: Sunday, October 13, 2002
Time: 7:00 am for Disney's 10K Classic
8:45 am for Kids' Races at Disney's Wide World of Sports® Complex

START/FINISH
Start: Epcot® at the WALT DISNEY WORLD® Resort
Finish: Disney's Wide World of Sports® Complex

ENTRY FEES & DEADLINES
$24 if received by October 4, 2002
$30 if received from October 5, 2002 - Race Day
Entry Fee is non-refundable

REGISTRATION
There are three ways to register:

1. Click on the "Register" button above and follow the steps to register on-line.
2. Click on the "Register" button above and follow the steps to print a registration form and mail to the address provided
3. Call (407) 938-3398 to have a registration form mailed to you.
Race Headquarters
Track Shack
1104 North Mills Avenue
Orlando, Florida 32803
Phone: (407) 896-1160
Make all checks payable to: WALT DISNEY Parks & Resorts

ELIGIBILITY
All runners must be 11 years old or older and must maintain a 15-minute per mile pace. If you are not able to maintain that pace, you will be escorted to the finish line. For safety reasons, baby joggers/strollers, in-line skates, skateboards, and animals will be prohibited on the race course.

10K AGE DIVISIONS
11-13 19-24 30-34 40-44 50-54 60-64 70-over
14-18 25-29 35-39 45-49 55-59 65-69 Wheelchair

KIDS' RACES
Kids' races begin at 8:45 am at Disney's Wide World of Sports® Complex and distances vary depending on age. Registration for kids' races on the day of the race only. All kids' races participants will receive special awards.

PACKET PICK UP
Pick up your race number, T-shirt, and sign your release waiver at the location listed below. Remember to bring your photo identification
October 10, 2002 10:00 am - 7:00 pm at Track Shack
October 11, 2002 10:00 am - 7:00 pm at Track Shack
October 12, 2002 10:00 am - 7:00 pm at Disney's Wide World of Sports® Complex
October 13, 2002 5:30 am - 6:30 am at Epcot®

T-SHIRT & AWARDS
All participants will receive a commemorative T-shirt and finishers certificate. Sizes are not guaranteed on the day of the race. Awards will be given to the top three overall finishers, along with the top three male, female, masters, and wheelchair finishers in each age group. Also a treasure chest of prizes awaits several lucky finishers at the face finish line!

WAIVER
A release and indemnity waiver form must be completed and signed by each participant. If the participant is under 18, the waiver must be completed and signed by a parent or legal guardian. Print the waiver and bring it to Packet Pick Up. To print the waiver click here.

TIMING
Disney's 10K Classic will be timed using the ChampionChip. All participants must pick up their Chip prior to the race.

 

[CaliforniaDreaming]

Thanks, Luv2Roam.

 

[Luv2Roam]

That was a un-Disney experience!
NO TRANSPORATION FOR THE RUNNERS!
Bad, bad, Disney... Thump, thump, thump.

I called WDW-RIDE. First I just get a recording of their hours (which I was calling in). The message repeats twice, says Good-bye and disconnects me.
I redial. Someone answers right away. And doesn't know a D&^% thing, other she admits she doesn't know.
I ask why Disny would hold a race and NOT provide transportation.
Doesn't know anything about it....
She was very nice, but transferred me to Mears who said -- Call Disney. I don't know anything about it.
I told him they transferred me to him. He says -- well, nothing's on the books.

 

[Chip 'n Dale Express]

 

[Luv2Roam]

Chip'nDale -- If it didn't Pi$$ me off so much, I would have been speechless too.

 

[Chip 'n Dale Express]

I've never seen anyone be able to stump RIDE before... We have drivers call them over the radio, and ask them the most obscure questions you could imagine... and although it takes them a few minutes, they always come up with the answer.

 

[Luv2Roam]

I think I am going to rely on YOU from now on! LOL

 

[Chip 'n Dale Express]

Well... Let me see what I can find out when I go into work today. It's my first day back from my vacation...

 

[Luv2Roam]

Much appreciated!
At this point we just figuring a taxi will be necessary. I don't know how many are registered. So I can only imagine the long line of cars and hopefully a taxi will not be hard to get!
I still think it stinks.

 

[JudithM]

Luv2Roam, how frustrating for you. I hope Chip 'n Dale Express finds an answer for you. CnDE is the kind of CM guests like - provides real guest service!

 

[Chip 'n Dale Express]

Alright, so I asked my manager about transportation... he checked his schedules and whatnot, and his manager hasn't passed down that info to him yet. However, he said that he would check into it for me. He did however mention that he is pretty sure that we will have something in place for it. However, that was just his thought. Once I have a definite answer, I shall let you know. One other thing... Call WDW-RIDE once more, but closer to the actual date... they might have more information then.

 

[Luv2Roam]

Thank you SO MUCH! I REALLY appreciate your insight and going out of your way!