Twilight Zone Tower of Terror 13K -- Oct. 27, 2007

[Stan4dSteph]

Originally Posted by flippyshark

Matterhorn Fans enabling abilities have worked their magic on me, and I am now signed up for this event as well. I've begun an actual walking regimen this week, and so far so good, though I need to get better shoes and and something more appropriate to wear. (You walkers/joggers out there are free to give sugestions. What's comfy and practical for this activity?)

You might want to check out this article at MousePlanet that deals with clothing for marathons. You just want to make sure you get clothing that's comfortable and prevents any chafing. Don't wear cotton socks. Get sport socks without cotton to prevent blisters. In general, it's best to avoid any cotton, since it doesn't wick sweat away from your body.


That's great Drince! I'm keeping my fingers crossed for a good Ding! fare soon.

[lashbear]

Originally Posted by Not Afraid

Lash, maybe you should share your chafing remedy.

Who, me ??

All I'll say is that Nappy Rash cream is a really good thing. That is all.

[Matterhorn Fan]

PACING REQUIREMENTS

All participants for the 13K and the 6.5K must be able to maintain a 15-minute per mile pace.

That's new.

[flippyshark]

Originally Posted by Matterhorn Fan

That's new.

I wonder how strict they will be. If 13K is about 8 miles, then, at 15 minutes a mile, everyone would have to be done in two hours. (The 6.5 folks have one hour!) Yikes.

[Stan4dSteph]

Well that's a bummer. They should have had that up initially when they opened registration.

[Matterhorn Fan]

Agreed.

[Alex]

It should have been announced when registration opened but unless it is being advertised as a run/walk then 15 minutes/mile is generous (though not quite as general as the marathon).

[Stan4dSteph]

The pacing requirement has been changed on the website:

All participants for the 13K and the 6.5K must be able to finish the race within two and a half hours.

That comes out to about an 18 minute mile.

[Alex]

Wow, more generous than the marathon.

[Matterhorn Fan]

Originally Posted by Stan4dSteph

The pacing requirement has been changed on the website:
That comes out to about an 18 minute mile.

OK, now that I can do without hurting myself or putting myself at risk of other medical harm.