Seville Marathon 23.2.2020

Whilst I like running over the festive season, I don't think I could stretch to Marathon training

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OOnegative wrote: »

See a few more interested in this, training plan starts next week. Not exactly great weeks running leading into it though, one run of 9 miles where I managed to gimp my back in some way!!! Can only get better.

You aiming for sub 3 in this, lad? (Make me an offer as pacer.......)

OOnegative wrote: »

That’s the hope D anyway, be delighted if you could pace me!!

Didn't you do 1.22 or 23 in that recent Half? Mind me asking what the Full best is? You should be well placed for the sub 3 although training through Jan/Feb doesn't fill me with joy.

OOnegative wrote: »

Yeah a 1.22 at end of October in Amsterdam. Marathon PB is 3.15.10, it’s the distance i’m weakest at. I’ll train for sub 3 as I think I’m capable of it, will just have to wait till February to find out.

I'm the same as far as weakness goes. My half is low 1.21 and I still struggled to a 2.59!! This Spring was High 1.21.... and converted it to a 2.57.

Once you have the training done and you a young fella, you should bring it home in Sevilla. Get the fear of it out of your head and run it controlled.

O Neills, Calle Adriano..

A good post slog meet up point, easy to find.
And they do a decent veggie nacho plate and good choice of beers

noelearly wrote: »

Travelling from madrid to Seville, looking at the renfe train option, seen something about 30% reduction on ticket price if doing the marathon but can't see options anywhere??

Anybody any ideas

I think the 30% off thing is on full price tickets. Any time I have used Renfe, the normal ticket offers have been cheaper than the full price minus the 30%.

To get the 30% reduction I think you need a code and then apply to the "congress/ferias" prices in drop down menu. It is a really complicated site.

This is a google translate of page: https://www.zurichmaratonsevilla.es/mse-viaja-con-renfe

To make the 30% discount effective, you must go to the sub-section "check your registration" in the "Registration form" section of the official website of the Zurich Marathon in Seville, there you can get the "discount authorization", which will send you along with the proof of registration of the test to the mail that you have put in when you register for the test. This authorization must be shown in order to access the train along with the ticket.

Once you have this code in your possession, follow the indications and use it in the purchase of your ticket through Renfe .

Clarification: This promotion may be applied at the time Renfe tickets are put up for sale.

For questions about this promotion, you can contact the Attention to the broker, on the phone: 913470137 and in the email: info@zurichmaratonsevilla.es

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is the 30% discount applicable to all the rates I see on the internet? NO . This promotion is not applicable in all rates, it is only applicable in the "flexible" rate.
How can I access and buy Renfe tickets with a 30% discount? On the Renfe website: renfe.com
What is the period in which I can access the 30% discount? The validity period of the discount for traveling to the Zurich Marathon in Seville is applicable for services from February 18 to February 25, 2020.
HOW IS THE PROCESS TO BUY ON WEB?
You can see the process to buy the tickets that are under this promotion, following the simple instructions that we list below:

Enter the renfe.com website
Select the train you want by marking the Flexible Rate .
In the drop-down list, select the Congress / Event rate.
Enter the authorization number in the box indicating authorization number (Not valid for discount code box).

MrMacPhisto wrote: »

I think the 30% off thing is on full price tickets. Any time I have used Renfe, the normal ticket offers have been cheaper than the full price minus the 30%.

To get the 30% reduction I think you need a code and then apply to the "congress/ferias" prices in drop down menu. It is a really complicated site.

This is a google translate of page: https://www.zurichmaratonsevilla.es/mse-viaja-con-renfe

To make the 30% discount effective, you must go to the sub-section "check your registration" in the "Registration form" section of the official website of the Zurich Marathon in Seville, there you can get the "discount authorization", which will send you along with the proof of registration of the test to the mail that you have put in when you register for the test. This authorization must be shown in order to access the train along with the ticket.

Once you have this code in your possession, follow the indications and use it in the purchase of your ticket through Renfe .

Clarification: This promotion may be applied at the time Renfe tickets are put up for sale.

For questions about this promotion, you can contact the Attention to the broker, on the phone: 913470137 and in the email: info@zurichmaratonsevilla.es

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is the 30% discount applicable to all the rates I see on the internet? NO . This promotion is not applicable in all rates, it is only applicable in the "flexible" rate.
How can I access and buy Renfe tickets with a 30% discount? On the Renfe website: renfe.com
What is the period in which I can access the 30% discount? The validity period of the discount for traveling to the Zurich Marathon in Seville is applicable for services from February 18 to February 25, 2020.
HOW IS THE PROCESS TO BUY ON WEB?
You can see the process to buy the tickets that are under this promotion, following the simple instructions that we list below:

Enter the renfe.com website
Select the train you want by marking the Flexible Rate .
In the drop-down list, select the Congress / Event rate.
Enter the authorization number in the box indicating authorization number (Not valid for discount code box).

Christ that's complicated ill forget about that.

OOnegative wrote: »

Advice please, how do I cancel my entry and claim refund. I paid entry insurance at registration.

Can't help you for sure, but i imagine it's a case of e-mail them and take it from there.

Can't believe its nearly time for this.. Signed up for it St Stephens Day so haven't had the big build up, training has been stop/Start. Bulk of it has been doubles 4 or 5 before work and same after.

How's everyone fixed?

noelearly wrote: »

Can't believe its nearly time for this.. Signed up for it St Stephens Day so haven't had the big build up, training has been stop/Start. Bulk of it has been doubles 4 or 5 before work and same after.

How's everyone fixed?

It seems to have crept up since Christmas alright.
A change of shift pattern has curtailed sticking to my training plan. The long runs went ok though.
I have being layering up in preparation for the Seville heat.
Tis only my 3rd marathon, I realise I dont like training plans, putting myself under pressure if I miss a run.

I was over in Seville a couple of times recently. A couple of recommendations.

If you like loading up on Italian grub the day before then I highly recommend:
https://www.tripadvisor.ie/Restaurant_Review-g187443-d1589992-Reviews-Osteria_L_Oca_Giuliva-Seville_Province_of_Seville_Andalucia.html

Inexpensive, high quality and central near the Cathedral.The desserts are the most expensive thing, but they are probably worth it. You definitely need to book a table. I saw lots of runners being turned away both times I have been there. I think they open from 1330 on sat afternoon.

As mentioned earlier, The Merchant is a good spot to watch sport/kill time and have a burger. Good beer selection and a better bar than O'Neills in my opinion.

If coffee is your thing, the best coffee I found was in a place called Virgin Coffee. Its very small and only for takeaway. Its near Deacathlon, so its ideal if you plan to go there to buy some cheap throwaway clothes (gloves and neck warmer for less than a fiver!). If you want seating, then Torch Roasters down by the river close to the marathon start is a very good option. Very nice pastries and I think they do brunch as well.

Bus from the Airport to Seville is 4 euro. There is an app for public transport. Google Tussam. The App is not very good but it does the job.

Its a great city, enjoy!

Training for a February marathon really make January shorter. Weather for most part was very kind. Training block was consistent. Missed one or two days here and there but I would say I have made 90% of my planned runs.

A pb last week in Dungarvan was a nice bonus.

Last long run tomorrow and into taper on Monday. Flying out Friday and back Monday.

As someone said to me before Dublin I am at a stage now where the only thing I can do now is f**k it up.