Quote Originally Posted by GeoffB View Post
It's an interesting point, Rob. We started pretty quick (2.38 to Kirkstone), but that wasn't necessarily the reason for slowing down later - more likely a long term ankle problem, hence lack of training!
I wouldn't expect you to grind to halt over 12 hours with all your long distance experience.
I hope you're right Geoff! For me a slightly easier pace early on should work better, anyway.