Well, then, I guess I won't need to pack my swimsuit after all.  Good thing, now I have room for the blowdryer....

good. I was hoping it'd be safe to not bring my blowdryer. I figured there'd be a few there and I could (hopefully?) just use one for the couple minutes it'll take to dry my hair.

 

crossed with Mari - that's a good idea. Mari can bring a blowdryer and that'll leave you some extra room in your carry-on, Holly.

Hope you all have a great time here in Seattle.  I'm a newbie to the group but belonged once upon a time when it was hosted on Cool Running. I won't be doing RnR but may see you at the Expo.  If any of you are doing Marine Corps in October, perhaps we can meet then. Anyway--welcome to Seattle!

 

 

It was 45 when I got up this morning.

 

Expect race weekend mornings to be 50ish, give or take.  The breeze may make it chilly.  Afternoons will be 70ish (right now, race day high is supposed to be 68, but that will change 5 more times).

 

Whether that's 'shorts' weather depends on what you've been experiencing at home recently.

 

In Seattle, people will wear shorts if it is sunny.  Even if it is sunny and 40.

 That's winter gear weather for Ileneforward

.....packing parka, gloves, wooly hat....

What's the best way to get from the airport to downtown Seattle?

 

 

If you were coming a few weeks later, you'd ride the brand new light rail.  But it won't be open.

 

We have a reasonable public bus system.  You want to go to the metro bus stop outside of baggage claim carousel #1. Catch the #194 to downtown.  (you can also catch the #174, but it takes twice as long)  It'll cost 2-4 dollars each depending on what time you get on.  You will get off somewhere in the bus tunnel... ask the driver which station.

 

A cab ride will cost 40-55 bucks.

 

They have a special bus called the "Airporter" that goes from the airport to the downtown hotels including the westin.  Google that or just wait until you get here and ask them at their desk which is in the area behind Baggage claim carousel #1.  I think it is about 16 bucks each.

 

There's also some kind of speedi-shuttle service.  I bet that's about 20 bucks from downtown, not sure.  I *do* know that you have to arrange it in advance.  Google "seattle airport shuttle" and it'll pop up.  Oh, if you book a round trip in advance, it's a little cheaper.

 

Or you can catch the Lopez express, depending on when you get here.  I have doctor appointments Thursday morning.  If y'all get here on Friday, though, my day is wide open.  PM me.

Well, the t time is almost here. The house is ready, meals plans are ready, Seattle is ready for our out of towns guests and now it is time to relax, pull out the chair and enjoy the rest of the week. A huge thanks to SRLopez and divechief, our local tour guides for being willing to drive folks around. You guys are awesome.

 

It seems like we have Enkie and my DH as possible support crew on the day of the race. Bring any gu or special drink that you may want to be waiting for you half way on marathon day.

 

I have sent my cell # via PM to those who may need it just incase you are lost or just need to connect with the rest of the gang.

 

Tammy, how is the taper tapir doing?

5:30 AM of course.  To party!  Anyone seen.the movie The hagover"
It will be a party we will never forget!

I guess my mail to the group didn' gey through
Also,  I am not sure I sm getting all the grouup messages

Ilene,  I proposef that I stop by the Westin to oick you guys up
5:30 PM friday to head to the party house.  Traffic will be bad
But we.should be there by around 6:00  does that work for everyone?
 Earlier?  Later?

On a side note.  When are you.guys.leaving Seattle#  sadley Tet
Will not be herr. But he made a special request.for.me to perform
As the Forward activity director

The Posie wings are planning to drive back to the mountains at around noon, or when the hangover allows us to drive