DV - please don't do that! Heart attack!!!! You mentioned 'socks' on a list, I thought it was to confuse me but just realised we can use them as gloves and throw them away during the race. Probably a coincidence, you wanted to confuse us.
Hi All! Just wanted to wish everyone good luck from Chicago! I have some fantastic memories from running the Paris Marathon last year and getting to know some of you. The support from this forum was excellent. Happy running to all! I'll be thinking of you.
Brian, you can have my place tonight .... I'm in bed with the migraine from hell ... popping painkillers. Completely killed any carb loading desires .... did manage a bagel. I just hope it stays down.
Bon appétit tonight, I'm so sorry I won't be able to share in the fun.
Bibbed up (purple - aargh!), checked in, room strewn with running gear and porridge pots, feeling quite at home. DV - the best pots are made by Stoats, but they're quite difficult to find. Haven't tried the Sainbury's ones though.
In a queue outside the Expo. Hopefully it does not take too long to get inside. There seems to be a different approach to queuing on this side of the divide.
I decided on my running gear. Long sleeve winter weight base layer, tshirt over the top, and a windstopper jacket. Gloves, beany, long socks and tights. I spend about 4 hours outside this morning, and it is freezing cold and windy.
I never intended this race for a time, so I go for compfort.
Still not clear about the bag drop points. And the blueone they gave usdoesn't take a lot.
Just broke the news to Mrs Mac that she will be looked after by two gentlemen tomorrow, one called Tricky Dicky and the other called Dirty Leeds Rob. She seems a tad apprehensive....?
Practically no queue when I got to the expo, time pen changed, hostel found (really nice, surprisingly...room upgrade is nicer than some hotels I've stayed in)...taking it all as a good sign and just going to laze around for the rest of the day. Super.
Larri.. it is a lovely bar with a spectacular view at night... but lets face it, 22€ for a beer and on average about 19€ for a glass of wine (a glass, not the bottle!) does make for an expensive night........
Just broke the news to Mrs Mac that she will be looked after by two gentlemen tomorrow, one called Tricky Dicky and the other called Dirty Leeds Rob. She seems a tad apprehensive....?
wear your green WWKD wrist band (if you remembered to pack it!!!)
smile
when you finish, remember to hold your hands above your head to make a large O shape for the video that will be compiled later
have your race number clearly visible on the front and don't finish with someone immediately in front of you and makes you hidden from the camera....!
it's only a marathon, not something that has an influence on the rest of the world. If it doesn't go your way, don't worry... just enjoy it and there will always be another time..
if it does go your way and you do well, after you have done your big O, feel free to jump around in excitement and share it with everyone around you
Right all you people worrying about what to wear tomorrow. I was worried I'd be too cold, so thought I'd test it out at the breakfast run this morning. I went in 3/4 tights, t-shirt and throw away hoodie, with spare socks as gloves. And my hat. I reckon it was just right. I took the socks off after a km or two, but kept my throw away on the whole time. Was glad to see Mr T at the end with my other fleece, but other than that I think I'm good!
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PARIS MARATHON CANCELLED..!!!!
Only joking....
Where is the baggage drop off tomorrow? Is there one for each pen? Or is it up by the Arc? Or somewhere else entirely?!
Also, which is the nearest metro station to the start?
Thanks!
Just arrived in Paris!! Mad busy few days. Still on for meeting tonight at 530 at the arc for some pasta if thts ok? Hope everyone is doing well!!!
Brian
Bag drop: Number-based baggage drop system, on Avenue Foch, get there relatively early as it's a bit hectic.
Dannirr, MM, Eggy - I may be a few mins late as just awaiting the arrival of TD, then popping over to the Arc. Sorry!
Bag drop: Number-based baggage drop system, on Avenue Foch, get there relatively early as it's a bit hectic.
About to head to the Expo.
Hi All! Just wanted to wish everyone good luck from Chicago! I have some fantastic memories from running the Paris Marathon last year and getting to know some of you. The support from this forum was excellent. Happy running to all! I'll be thinking of you.
Brian, you can have my place tonight .... I'm in bed with the migraine from hell ... popping painkillers. Completely killed any carb loading desires .... did manage a bagel. I just hope it stays down.
Bon appétit tonight, I'm so sorry I won't be able to share in the fun.
See you at the Arc tomorrow!
Brian
Bought a small Vaseline at a pharmacy for 6.90 euro. Maybe it's normal price in Paris, but feels very expensive to me.
I decided on my running gear. Long sleeve winter weight base layer, tshirt over the top, and a windstopper jacket. Gloves, beany, long socks and tights. I spend about 4 hours outside this morning, and it is freezing cold and windy.
I never intended this race for a time, so I go for compfort.
Still not clear about the bag drop points. And the blueone they gave usdoesn't take a lot.
Practically no queue when I got to the expo, time pen changed, hostel found (really nice, surprisingly...room upgrade is nicer than some hotels I've stayed in)...taking it all as a good sign and just going to laze around for the rest of the day. Super.
Larri.. it is a lovely bar with a spectacular view at night... but lets face it, 22€ for a beer and on average about 19€ for a glass of wine (a glass, not the bottle!) does make for an expensive night........
What could possibly go wrong?
Had a minor panic when I powered up my Garmin and it got stuck on the initial screen. Got it to reboot eventually but still made me a bit nervous.
Hope it will behave itself tomorrow.
Reminders to everyone....:
Tartan: from one migraine sufferer to another -ouch .... sleep and feel better
DV: See you really are the oracle and font of all useful knowledge (amgoing pinch all of the above for Mont st Michel).....
Mr T and I will see you guys at PP soon!