Well done to Rachel Mellor (3:25:48), and Caz Lyall-Ford (3:28:30) for excellent performances both at the Loch Ness Marathon last week.
It was Rachel's first attempt at the marathon, and a pb for Caz in her second marathon after a 3:33 in Edinburgh earlier this year.
Baxters Loch Ness Marathon (including Scottish Champs), Sun 28th Sept
1. Tarus Elly -Salford Harriers- 2:27:21
2. Patryk Gierjatowicz -Endinburgh Uni Hare & Hounds- 2:30:49
3. Ross Clark -Hunters Bog Trotters- 2:36:05
14. Megan Crawford -Fife- 2:46:35
21. Alina Nituleasa - 2:50:21
26. Lisa Finlay -Dumfries- 2:52:22
Keswick AC:
321. Rachel Mellor - 3:25:48
353. Caz Lyall-Ford - 3:28:30
Monday, October 7, 2013
Sunday, October 6, 2013
Rob Wynne's Bob Graham Round report
Rob Wynne's Bob Graham Report
Rob has done a great write-up of his & Neil's successful BG Round. Rather than edit it down to fit in Pacemaker, we have linked to the full report from the Club website. Link here: >>>>>Saturday, October 5, 2013
Something a little different...
The race organiser of "The Skeleton Run" has asked me to let you know about a run taking place in Whinlatter on the 2nd November:
I organise a number of events and wondered if you'd be
able to add one of my new events to your club calendar? The Hope
Northern Skeleton Run is a 5 mile night trail run set within the grounds of
Whinlatter Forest near Keswick. The event is the 'Northern' version of the
original Skeleton Run which has been running very successfully for 5 years in
the Midlands.
The Northern Skeleton Run will take place a week after
the Midlands version on Saturday 2nd November, and is open to runners of all
abilities and nordic walkers. Being the Saturday after Halloween, fancy dress
isn't compulsory but definitely encouraged! Check out www.theskeletonrun.co.uk for more information and photos of past Skeleton
Runs.
Why not dust off your wigs and break out the fake blood
and come and join us!
It looks like a lot of fun but perhaps not the best idea if you're doing the DW10 the following day!
Thursday, October 3, 2013
Keswick AC road running ranking lists 2013
A club road-running ranking list for 2013 has been pubished, and is online at the club website HERE.
Well done to those currently topping the categories, and best of luck to those who might aim to do so before the end of the year!
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| Jenn Mattinson at Moorclose 10K 2013 |
Tuesday, October 1, 2013
Three Peaks Cyclocross 38miles 5000' Sunday 30th September
After last year's hurricane and floods things looked a lot more promising in the Dales for this edition. 600 riders milled around at Helwith Bridge trying to work out how much to wear, how much to carry and where to put the mandatory orange polythene survival bag.
The sight of a 600 strong group rolling over the bridge in Horton is spectacular but the route really begins with the carry up Simon Fell. Colin Valentine was out on the fell cheering us along. Rob Jebb was on for a 10th win and didn't disappoint with a big lead already established on the first climb.
The wind on Ingleborough brought many riders to a standstill before the long, fast, tricky descent to Cold Cotes. A few miles of peloton riding back up the road to Chapel Le Dale took us to the bottom of the steep carry to the summit of Whernside where many riders were blown off or over in severe gales. I opted for running the first part of the descent and made up 23 places before the fast blast to the spectators at Ribblehead. Ahead of me Phil Winskill had a bit of bad luck with two punctures coming off Whernside.
A bit of solo time trialling delivered me to Pen-y-ghent lane where the crowds were big and noisy. Amongst them was Toby Cushion with cowbell giving much needed encouragement.
Much of this climb is rideable, if slow and steep, with the added complication of the leaders hurtling back down the lane towards you. The final carry to the summit becomes a death march of silent exhausted riders shouldering increasingly heavy bikes. Phil passed me coming off the summit but I was too tired to respond to his shout. Rounding the summit and heading down should've been a relief but agonising cramp set in and just getting back on took ages
Descending the steep rocky track at speed on narrow tyres and drop handlebars isn't easy and plenty of punctured riders had to stop and suppress the desire to burst out crying. Colin was there again cheering us on as we clattered back down.
A short spell on mercifully smooth tarmac leads back to Helwith Bridge and the finish. Just getting back with bike and body intact feels like a massive achievement but I managed to knock 45 mins off last year's time so was fairly happy.
This is a highlight of the year for me and I can't wait to do it again even though it hurts like hell.
1. Rob Jebb - Hope Factory Racing - 3:05:14
2. Ian Taylor - Jedi Cycle Sport - 3:12:39
3. Dave Collins - Hope Factory Racing - 3:14:05
152. Phil Winskill - Beacon Wheelers - 4:11:04
232. Andrew Slattery - Wheelbase - 4:25:00
Apologies if I've missed any other Keswick AC riders.
Full results HERE
Blog with links to photos/video HERE
The sight of a 600 strong group rolling over the bridge in Horton is spectacular but the route really begins with the carry up Simon Fell. Colin Valentine was out on the fell cheering us along. Rob Jebb was on for a 10th win and didn't disappoint with a big lead already established on the first climb.
The wind on Ingleborough brought many riders to a standstill before the long, fast, tricky descent to Cold Cotes. A few miles of peloton riding back up the road to Chapel Le Dale took us to the bottom of the steep carry to the summit of Whernside where many riders were blown off or over in severe gales. I opted for running the first part of the descent and made up 23 places before the fast blast to the spectators at Ribblehead. Ahead of me Phil Winskill had a bit of bad luck with two punctures coming off Whernside.
A bit of solo time trialling delivered me to Pen-y-ghent lane where the crowds were big and noisy. Amongst them was Toby Cushion with cowbell giving much needed encouragement.
Much of this climb is rideable, if slow and steep, with the added complication of the leaders hurtling back down the lane towards you. The final carry to the summit becomes a death march of silent exhausted riders shouldering increasingly heavy bikes. Phil passed me coming off the summit but I was too tired to respond to his shout. Rounding the summit and heading down should've been a relief but agonising cramp set in and just getting back on took ages
Descending the steep rocky track at speed on narrow tyres and drop handlebars isn't easy and plenty of punctured riders had to stop and suppress the desire to burst out crying. Colin was there again cheering us on as we clattered back down.
A short spell on mercifully smooth tarmac leads back to Helwith Bridge and the finish. Just getting back with bike and body intact feels like a massive achievement but I managed to knock 45 mins off last year's time so was fairly happy.
This is a highlight of the year for me and I can't wait to do it again even though it hurts like hell.
1. Rob Jebb - Hope Factory Racing - 3:05:14
2. Ian Taylor - Jedi Cycle Sport - 3:12:39
3. Dave Collins - Hope Factory Racing - 3:14:05
152. Phil Winskill - Beacon Wheelers - 4:11:04
232. Andrew Slattery - Wheelbase - 4:25:00
Apologies if I've missed any other Keswick AC riders.
Full results HERE
Blog with links to photos/video HERE
Three Shires 21st September - results out
Results out HERE for the Three Shires which was a bit of an epic in very poor visibility.
Ben Abdelnoor won but not everybody finished............
2 David Wilby Ilkley 2:05:46
3 Jim Davies Borrowdale 2:07:12
26 Andrew Slattery Keswick 2:23:44
111 Victoria Haworth Keswick 2:56:11
152 Lesley Malarkey Keswick 3:13:15
166 Siobhan Brewer Keswick 3:21:47
206 Richard Unwin Keswick 3:47:18
Ben Abdelnoor won but not everybody finished............
| 1 | Ben Abdelnoor | Ambleside | 2:05:11 |
3 Jim Davies Borrowdale 2:07:12
26 Andrew Slattery Keswick 2:23:44
111 Victoria Haworth Keswick 2:56:11
152 Lesley Malarkey Keswick 3:13:15
166 Siobhan Brewer Keswick 3:21:47
206 Richard Unwin Keswick 3:47:18
Thursday, September 12, 2013
Cross country fixtures announced!
Most of the fixtures for the coming 2013-14 season have now been released, including the dates for the Cumbria, and Mid Lancs Leagues, and the Northern and National Cross Country.
A friendly league with a number of low key races suited to all standards. All senior races start 1.10pm, junior races at all fixtures start from 12 noon.
Sept 28th: Cockermouth, just past school on Embleton road
Oct 12th: Maryport, Netherhall
*Nov 9th: Carlisle, Sheepmount* (TBC)
Nov 30th: Penrith, Frenchfields School
Dec 7th: Keswick, Fitz Park (incorporates Cumbria AA Vets Championship)
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| Cumbria County Champs 2012 photo courtesy of Steve Angus @athletesinaction.co.uk |
Mid Lancs League:
Bigger fields than Cumbria League, and a better standard of competition, well worth the extra drive.
Oct 26th: Townley Park, Burnley
Nov 23rd: Sefton Park, Liverpool (Incorporates McCain Cross Challenge and Euro Trials)
Dec 14th: Wilson Playing Fields, Hyndburn
Jan 11th: Thorncliffe, Barrow-in-Furness
Feb 8th: Lancaster University
Crooklands, Kendal
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| Northern XC Champs 2013, photo courtesy of Dave Pinnington |
The championships will be held on January 25th 2014. The club will be looking to finish strong teams again, no limit to number of runners. These championships are usually pre-entry only with closing date at end of December -contact stevenhebblethwaite @ hotmail.com.
More details at http://www.noeaa-athletics.org.uk/
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| National XC Champs 2013, photo courtesy of Adi Royle |
Self explanatory. The most prestigious event in the domestic cross country calendar, which lists the greats of the sport amongst the previous winners in its long history.
Feb 22nd: Wollaton Park, Nottingham
More details at http://www.englishcrosscountry.co.uk/
Selection for the Cumbria team for the Inter Counties is usually based on results from Cumbria County Championship (see above).
Mar 8th: Cofton Park, Birmingham
Details at http://www.ukcau.co.uk/
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