Welcome to planDisney, Lee! I'm in awe of your future achievement, as I know the
Dopey challenge is no joke! Friends who have undertaken this challenge for many years have made life-long buddies with other participants in this event. There's a special energy in the water!
The
terms and conditions state that backpacks are prohibited from the course. That said, I have frequently seen back hydration packs similar in size to a small backpack. You might consider bringing this and a running waist belt or bag (essentially a bumbag) that could fit all your essentials for the race. Ultimately, you can rest assured that runDisney races are very well managed, with medical tents set up every couple of miles on the course, so you're in good hands. All you have to do is run, sleep, repeat!
Top tip - There is special race
transportation available for all Disney Resorts hotels, with dedicated buses running to and from the Race Expo at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex (this is also where you’ll pick up your bibs, t-shirts and any other race merchandise that might catch your eye) and to/from the race starting line and finish line.
Lee, good luck with the Dopey Challenge - you can relish in all your new medal bling (6 in total) on the other side. Please let me know if I can help with anything further, Louise.