I have a Sparkle Skirt (a plain black one) and am planning on getting another one for the marathon. I don't have a Team Sparkle, but a buddy of mine does.
I think what you're looking at here are 2 totally different products.
These are what you're looking at, right?
Team Sparkle
Sparkle Skirts
Differences:
- The Team Sparkle skirt is sort of an "overlay"...it doesn't come with shorts attached. The Sparkle Skirt comes with shorts. If you're concerned about the Sparkle Skirts riding up, the Team Sparkle one may be a safer bet because you can use what you already have and what you know works for you. However, I'll echo the other Sparkle Skirt owners and say that for me, the shorts don't ride up. The skirt is really comfortable except for on really hot days, because you're essentially wearing 2 layers on bottom.
- In looking at the Team Sparkle page, the skirt doesn't have any pockets. For me, this is a huge deal breaker for Team Sparkle. The Sparkle Skirt does have pockets, and they are awesome - one on each leg of the shorts and one on the waistband with a zipper. What I LOVE about this is that I don't need a fuel belt when I run - the pockets hold everything I need.
- I think these 2 points above are what give you the big price difference - $35 Team Sparkle vs. $65 Sparkle Skirt.
Let me say, the Sparkle Skirt is worth every penny and I've had the same experience with Leah, the owner, that others have had - she's awesome, very friendly and will answer all your questions.
Good luck in making your decision...and you should totally sign up for that 5K and have it be your first! You'll love running at Disney.
ETA: Maybe this is the in-between:
Little Mouse II
This one is like the Team Sparkle in that you'd need your own shorts, but it DOES have a pocket...so if you do the 5K you can hold your room key, some cash, park tickets, a cell phone, whatever. In case you can't tell, I'm really into the pockets.