Anniversary Waltz

Daz,

I see from the entry list that you've entered at U23M. Is that because you fancy your chances for one of the fantastic prizes? How about an MV50 next time, or even spread your bets by entering several categories in the same race?

Just a little reminder for everyone - please leave time to park and register we have in excess of 500 competitors in the senior race and the junior race is looking very busy too......let the chaos commence!!!!

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Originally Posted by Pudgy

Chocolate, chocolate :p

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hope that is fat free for thee:eek: :D :p

Are there any entries left for the waltz? I'll bring some cake as a bribe if need be...

This race is too soon for me only started running yesterday!
i have entered this but will not be able to attend what can i do can somebody benefit from my entry?

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Originally Posted by Amex

This race is too soon for me only started running yesterday!
i have entered this but will not be able to attend what can i do can somebody benefit from my entry?

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You could always jog round with the marshals and maybe even get a candlestick holder for your trouble....(very sought after bit of kit!!):rolleyes:

Where's that Merrylegs......... if you want carrot cake you'll have to be quick,
The Hubby has already eaten half a cake he says it's "very nice"

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Originally Posted by Amex

This race is too soon for me only started running yesterday!
i have entered this but will not be able to attend what can i do can somebody benefit from my entry?

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Come up and take some pics and help out with the cake eating - all the finely tuned althletes will never get through all those cakes that are being made :)

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Originally Posted by Ady In Accy

Come up and take some pics and help out with the cake eating - all the finely tuned althletes will never get through all those cakes that are being made :)

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Good job we have Pudgy coming :D

hi wynn- i see you are on line - is it too late to enter?

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Originally Posted by wynn

Where's that Merrylegs......... if you want carrot cake you'll have to be quick,
The Hubby has already eaten half a cake he says it's "very nice"

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He could probably do with some right now after his cycle sportive (that's if he's finished yet!!).

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Originally Posted by Ady In Accy

Come up and take some pics and help out with the cake eating - all the finely tuned althletes will never get through all those cakes that are being made :)

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Don't you believe it because I'll be there :)

Champion cake eater :D

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Originally Posted by wynn

You could always jog round with the marshals and maybe even get a candlestick holder for your trouble....(very sought after bit of kit!!):rolleyes:

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JOG omg i am just ok to walk (to pub) can anybody use my entry not arsed about the money, as long as they make a donation to a charity they can be me for a day in fact if a good runner runs as me it will be the best position ever!

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Originally Posted by wynn

Where's that Merrylegs......... if you want carrot cake you'll have to be quick,
The Hubby has already eaten half a cake he says it's "very nice"

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I'm here, wynn, its not nice. it's very, very, very bad for you. The Hubby should pack it all up in a bag, send it to me for analysis, then go get a check up to ensure he's done no permanent damage, terrible thing that carrot cake abuse:D

The weather looks like fun for Saturday :D

Outlook for Saturday

Rather cloudy everywhere with outbreaks of rain and with snow above 600 to 700 metres. Fresh to strong east or southeast winds and feeling cold on the tops with a temperature of zero to minus 1 Celsius at 900 metres.

That sounds delightful!!!

Got sunburnt on this last year!! :eek: What a difference eh?!

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Originally Posted by anflb

That sounds delightful!!!

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Spare a thought for the marshals - we will be stamping our feet, rubbing our hands and, in true brass monkey fashion, jumping about trying to find our bearings!

Just got back from Newlands ....... light snow on the tops sunshine and blue skys......

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Originally Posted by wynn

Just got back from Newlands ....... light snow on the tops sunshine and blue skys......

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Light showers forecast for saturday, wynn, who cares, its going to be a good day whatever the weather;)

I'll bring the suntan lotion!!

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Originally Posted by Roger Rabbit

Good job we have Pudgy coming :D

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glad you said that and not me!!:D :D :D

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Originally Posted by merrylegs

I'm here, wynn, its not nice. it's very, very, very bad for you. The Hubby should pack it all up in a bag, send it to me for analysis, then go get a check up to ensure he's done no permanent damage, terrible thing that carrot cake abuse:D

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shouldn't roger that little rabbit have the carroty cake..

The weather outlook is improving :)

Outlook for Saturday

A mainly dry day is expected with perhaps just an odd shower towards the east of the area. Cloud mostly broken with the best of the sunshine over western fells. Brisk easterly winds making it feel cold on the hills with the freezing level around 900 metres.

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Originally Posted by Penguin

shouldn't roger that little rabbit have the carroty cake..

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Quite right Penguin, you shouldn't roger that little rabbit, just let him have the carroty cake:eek::D

I assume that juniors can enter on the day - can anyone confirm?

Just got agreement that our family weekend can include a fell race!

I've just put some details up on the junior thread, but yes they mostly do enter on the day.

The entry for the Anniversary Waltz is now closed total entered 549. Thanks for the amazing entry, hope you all have an enjoyable day - looks like it might snow/rain

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Originally Posted by wycoller

I assume that juniors can enter on the day - can anyone confirm?

Just got agreement that our family weekend can include a fell race!

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juniors are entry on the day:D

Wynn, if it is rain snow, will that mean we will have to carry waterproof jackets (taped seems etc) rather than shower proof?

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Originally Posted by hopey

Wynn, if it is rain snow, will that mean we will have to carry waterproof jackets (taped seems etc) rather than shower proof?

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Sorry to disapoint hopey but that was the rule anyway.


KIT RULES

This is an extremely exposed route early in the season. On this basis a full kit check will be done at registration, and spot checks at the finish for:

Full waterproof body cover
Map, Compass and Whistle
Entry is dependent on your carrying this as a minimum!

Not to carry them will result in disqualification.
You have been warned

I think the chances of rain have diminished (Mountain Weather Information Service) but it could be wind chill-erotious on the tops. I might run in my windproof, which seems to keep me warmer, and carry my waterproofs.

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Originally Posted by Stagger

Sorry to disapoint hopey but that was the rule anyway.


KIT RULES

This is an extremely exposed route early in the season. On this basis a full kit check will be done at registration, and spot checks at the finish for:

Full waterproof body cover
Map, Compass and Whistle
Entry is dependent on your carrying this as a minimum!

Not to carry them will result in disqualification.
You have been warned

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I normally carry a Montane pertex jacket (not taped seems), which was ok for last years race?

Just wanted to check as I'm sure a few people will be turning up with pertex jackets.

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Originally Posted by Stolly

(Mountain Weather Information Service)

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It says there will be "some buffeting on higher slopes".

Shall we wheel the vol-au-vent joke out one more time?

Just to clarify, I'll definitely be able to buy a race map on race day won't I? I visted Pete Bland's red van at the Coniston 14 and they reassured me they'd have a supply on race day.

I'll have an OS map with me and can't imagine needing to use that or the PB one but I kind of like collecting the race maps.

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Originally Posted by Tea

It says there will be "some buffeting on higher slopes".

Shall we wheel the vol-au-vent joke out one more time?

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well if we are buffeting too, I'd recommend we all carry one of these:

http://blog.kimvallee.com/images/blo...kuhn_thumb.jpg

i think they are rather fetching.....but i know how well i serve stew and i think 3rd degree burns to the thumb all round!

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Originally Posted by Stolly

well if we are buffeting too, I'd recommend we all carry one of these:

http://blog.kimvallee.com/images/blo...kuhn_thumb.jpg

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WOW thats great! Are they supplied by Pete Bland too?

Jason
:D

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Originally Posted by hopey

Wynn, if it is rain snow, will that mean we will have to carry waterproof jackets (taped seems etc) rather than shower proof?

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It's worse than that Adrian. Have a look at the Met Office site.:eek:

It is still winter on hills above 750m where there is snow to a depth of 30cm. The snow covers all aspects, but is mainly on North and East facing slopes. Full winter clothing and equipment, including an ice axe are essential for anyone venturing above the snow line.

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Originally Posted by Swoop

It's worse than that Adrian. Have a look at the Met Office site.:eek:

It is still winter on hills above 750m where there is snow to a depth of 30cm. The snow covers all aspects, but is mainly on North and East facing slopes. Full winter clothing and equipment, including an ice axe are essential for anyone venturing above the snow line.

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Talk about unlucky. Dalehead Summit = 753m:D