Last night I had a dream that I was late to the Half Marathon and had forgotten to pick up my packet in advance. So I was frantically running around the convention center trying to get everything in order before the race started. I guess some part of my brain is a little anxious about the race, despite my overall “aw I’ve done this before” feeling.
I was cleaning out some old bookmarks last night and came across this great photo essay from the 2004 NYC Marathon. It got me thinking about what my photography plans are/should be for Sunday. Obviously the first 2:45 of the marathon are out for me, since I’ll be running for almost 2:30 and then getting food for another 15 minutes. But afterwards, I’d love to try to get some shots even remotely as good as those on that site. And of course, photos of the HRBers finishing!
First, how do I get my camera? I could check it with my sweatshirt, etc, but that is a little risky. I’ve done it before (at the Marine Corps race in October) but I wasn’t happy about it. The only other option would be to leave it in my car, and hopefully park close enough that I can get it quickly once I’ve finished running.
Second, where do I go to take photos? I’m pretty sure I won’t be allowed back into the finishing area, and after that people are funnelled into the convention center. Do I take photos inside?
Are you going to have family/friends at the finish line? You could have one of them hold your camera for you. I think you can get back into the finishers area – just keep your number on.
Just checked out your photoblog – awesome! There are some really great pics in there.
Good luck on Sunday!
Sarah, don’t check your camera. I checked stuff at a race once and lost it – no big deal since it wasn’t anything expensive, but I wouldn’t risk it with your camera.