Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend

[RunningKoen]

As great as it is to run though the parks at DLP (and the courses are laid out to give runners a TON of park time), I really love getting out in the countryside. While somewhat plain, it's just so lovely out there! It's spread out enough that you can focus on racing if you want, but also scenic enough to keep your mind occupied with the autumn crops and village. It's tough to describe why I like it so much, but it's part of what makes that race really unique and memorable to me

I love that part of the Paris race, it's great scenery but not as boring as long as the sections outside the parks WDW has.

@FerretAfros I've heard it called the "Osceola Parkway Death March" because of its length, warmth, and lack of shade. It's also very mentally draining as well as physically challenging because of the warmth (especially if you're a late start from a back corral like I was in).

This. Amen. Happened to me twice. WWoS wasn't a thrill to run in either.

I didnt quote the one who posted the picture of the reversed route. Did they used to do that? It seems rather unlike to me because it has people running through magic kingdom during operating hours. And other routes have to be closed off for longer. After entering studios with the current route, you're off the main roads and the blokkades can be removed after that point.

 

[dreamfinder]

I didnt quote the one who posted the picture of the reversed route. Did they used to do that?

Don't think so. But if you look for the older red/blue split start courses, those did 3 or so miles in the Epcot area, before heading over to MK, so runners were at MK much closer to (possibly post?) park opening.

 

[DznyGrlSD]

When can APs sign up for martahon weekend and how? I'm on the passholder website and it's super-unhelpful

 

[LAKid53]

When can APs sign up for martahon weekend and how? I'm on the passholder website and it's super-unhelpful

The Thursday before general registration opens, so April 11th. Note that registration now opens at 10AM EST.

 

[DznyGrlSD]

The Thursday before general registration opens, so April 11th. Note that registration now opens at 10AM EST.

Through the regular rD website, right? I'm sure Dopey won't sell out but I want to register so I'm "stuck" with it

 

[LAKid53]

Through the regular rD website, right? I'm sure Dopey won't sell out but I want to register so I'm "stuck" with it

I open my rD account and then register through the AP/DVC page links.

 

[LAKid53]

Has anyone done the Castaway Challenge? You get both the rubber and metal medals, correct? Is a race shirt provided?

 

[Rose&Crown]

I’m excited for this half marathon it looks like it’ll be my favorite course, unless next years Star Wars runs in the land.

Going to try and push myself to do the 2 course challenge.

 

[Figment82]

In for 2020! Surprisingly, Safari worked this time and I opened it later than my Chrome browser. Hope everyone gets into the event(s) they are wanting!

 

[DznyGrlSD]

I totally forgot this was today. I don't have $600 to drop on registration right now however... #Dopey2020

 

[LAKid53]

In for 2020! Surprisingly, Safari worked this time and I opened it later than my Chrome browser. Hope everyone gets into the event(s) they are wanting!

Which race are you doing? I'm in for the Half. And the Castaway Cay Challenge - what better excuse to do another Disney cruise!

 

[LAKid53]

5K already sold out - 40 minutes after early registration opened.

 

[DznyGrlSD]

Which race are you doing? I'm in for the Half. And the Castaway Cay Challenge - what better excuse to do another Disney cruise!

I'd love to do the CC Challenge but that is DEFINITELY not in my budget!!!

Can I stow-away in your luggage??

 

[LAKid53]

I'd love to do the CC Challenge but that is DEFINITELY not in my budget!!!

Especially if you are saving up to move to Florida next year.

 

[RunningKoen]

Can I stow-away in your luggage??

Save some space for me!

 

[LAKid53]

Save some space for me!

I'm going to need more luggage....

 

[Figment82]

Which race are you doing? I'm in for the Half. And the Castaway Cay Challenge - what better excuse to do another Disney cruise!

Just the Half, and 100m dash for my daughter. The Castaway challenge sounds the perfect reason to cruise!

 

[LAKid53]

Just the Half, and 100m dash for my daughter. The Castaway challenge sounds the perfect reason to cruise!

Remember to convert that 100m to miles to add to your total mileage.

 

[Figment82]

Remember to convert that 100m to miles to add to your total mileage.

Hahaha, yes!!

 

[Greenlawler]

Perfect Dopey.....registered at 9:05 CST