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02-12-2009, 01:06 PM
Alf

Re: Tanky's Trog 2009 is on!!

Due to ongoing niggling injury I have decided to pull out of Tanky's and have informed Andy. My knee was sore after FTOP and a short run at the weekend to test it out left a doubt in my mind . The stretches of rocky track and stone flags and the Snake Road won't do it any favours either :eek:.

Hope you all have a good run on the day and the weather is not too bad. I may get up to Bleaklow for a walk and offer encouragement/sympathy whichever you need :)
Look after yourselves and each other :D
02-12-2009, 01:09 PM
emmilou

Re: Tanky's Trog 2009 is on!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alf

Due to ongoing niggling injury I have decided to pull out of Tanky's and have informed Andy. My knee was sore after FTOP and a short run at the weekend to test it out left a doubt in my mind . The stretches of rocky track and stone flags and the Snake Road won't do it any favours either :eek:.

Hope you all have a good run on the day and the weather is not too bad. I may get up to Bleaklow for a walk and offer encouragement/sympathy whichever you need :)
Look after yourselves and each other :D

Sorry to hear that Alf, hope you're up and running again soon
02-12-2009, 01:48 PM
GeoffB

Re: Tanky's Trog 2009 is on!!

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Originally Posted by daz h

no im quite sure
i didnt seem it anyway. I think I possibly should ask the Pennine Birdspotting Co ordiantor about this mind.

Is that part of the world good for a shag ?

We do get Shags in Derbyshire from time to time, but it's much more likely to have been a Cormorant, I think.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alf

Due to ongoing niggling injury I have decided to pull out of Tanky's and have informed Andy.

Does that mean there's a spare place going? I could start training tomorrow.
02-12-2009, 06:34 PM
IanDarkpeak

Re: Tanky's Trog 2009 is on!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by GeoffB

We do get Shags in Derbyshire from time to time, but it's much more likely to have been a Cormorant, I think.

Does that mean there's a spare place going? I could start training tomorrow.

Much as I'd love to have there Geoff,
NO SUBSTITUTIONS!!!!! and NO EOD

Went for a last gentle trip over Bleaklow to rain guage and back to check the route conditions still very wet, quite a bit of snow and the odd patch of ice.
about 10 miles 1,500ft cold and claggy

Bumped in to a walker on route who asked us are we reccing Tanky's??

Us Sir! No Sir! Whats Tanky's? :o

Apparently he was out reccying for his son !!!!! How lazy is that:D, perhaps he's just tapering;) He mentioned he was from Glossopdale and I told him I knew Julien, We then admitted we were going to do Tanky's He then proceeded to give us lots of tips on crossing Bleaklow and route choice. I felt a bit guilty later so can I say I'm sorry:o

So pass this on to Neil McG of Glossopdale ( i think thats whose dad he was)
02-12-2009, 06:37 PM
IanDarkpeak

Re: Tanky's Trog 2009 is on!!

This on the Dark peak site

Bus with spare places to Marsden
http://www.dpfr.org.uk/index.php#newsTabid558
03-12-2009, 09:04 PM
Andymac

Re: Tanky's Trog 2009 is on!!

We will also have some spare places on our bus from Edale, not sure of how many yet, pm me for more details (if I have any!)
03-12-2009, 10:47 PM
emmilou

Re: Tanky's Trog 2009 is on!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by IanDarkpeak

Much as I'd love to have there Geoff,
NO SUBSTITUTIONS!!!!! and NO EOD

I thought you were coming to carry my bag Geoff?? :D technically that's not racing! :rolleyes:;)
03-12-2009, 11:56 PM
IanDarkpeak

Re: Tanky's Trog 2009 is on!!

Is there any one going to the start not running that will be at the first road crossing at wessenden?
04-12-2009, 12:13 AM
Wily Vet

Re: Tanky's Trog 2009 is on!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by IanDarkpeak

Much as I'd love to have there Geoff,
NO SUBSTITUTIONS!!!!! and NO EOD

Went for a last gentle trip over Bleaklow to rain guage and back to check the route conditions still very wet, quite a bit of snow and the odd patch of ice.
about 10 miles 1,500ft cold and claggy

Bumped in to a walker on route who asked us are we reccing Tanky's??

Us Sir! No Sir! Whats Tanky's? :o

Apparently he was out reccying for his son !!!!! How lazy is that:D, perhaps he's just tapering;) He mentioned he was from Glossopdale and I told him I knew Julien, We then admitted we were going to do Tanky's He then proceeded to give us lots of tips on crossing Bleaklow and route choice. I felt a bit guilty later so can I say I'm sorry

So pass this on to Neil McG of Glossopdale ( i think thats whose dad he was)

Sometimes a walker, sometimes a runner IDP! Don't always judge a book by its cover! It takes all sorts to truly appreciate the fells and you are still a comparative youngster :) Why would you feel guilty? As I said to you and your mates, what makes this race interesting is that everyone has a theory about the best route (even more so this year!) Were those sniffer dogs helping you to find the way? Was that really Bear Grylls who we bumped into later on?
04-12-2009, 12:23 AM
IanDarkpeak

Re: Tanky's Trog 2009 is on!!

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Originally Posted by Wily Vet

Sometimes a walker, sometimes a runner IDP! Don't always judge a book by its cover! It takes all sorts to truly appreciate the fells and you are still a comparative youngster :) Why would you feel guilty? As I said to you and your mates, what makes this race interesting is that everyone has a theory about the best route (even more so this year!) Were those sniffer dogs helping you to find the way? Was that really Bear Grylls who we bumped into later on?

Hi WV:D

Well I guessed you were/are a runner I nearly asked if your son went on the forum, didn't think to ask you:o

A good day for the recce and not as cold as I thought it was going to be.

Bear( I don't think it was he as he had no production team hiding out of shot;) ) was just leaving the top of Bleaklow when we got there, he asked about where Wainstones was so we pointed him the direction, he was also considereing going up to the fortress. A bit brave of him considering the trouble he had finding the top of Bleaklow in the fog
04-12-2009, 08:42 AM
GeoffB

Re: Tanky's Trog 2009 is on!!

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Originally Posted by emmilou

I thought you were coming to carry my bag Geoff?? :D technically that's not racing! :rolleyes:;)

Oh yes, sorry, I forgot!

Should be there to see you all through at Crowden & the Snake Road.

Have a good one everybody.
04-12-2009, 09:46 AM
shaunaneto

Re: Tanky's Trog 2009 is on!!

Good luck to everyone Sunday, looks like a good fun outing, I'd even reccied the bugger!!! I'll be cheering you on, albeit very quietly and from Bristol!!!
04-12-2009, 11:30 AM
IanDarkpeak

Re: Tanky's Trog 2009 is on!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by GeoffB

Oh yes, sorry, I forgot!

Should be there to see you all through at Crowden & the Snake Road.

Have a good one everybody.

... with trays of cake perhaps...
04-12-2009, 11:35 AM
IanDarkpeak

Re: Tanky's Trog 2009 is on!!

Forecast is looking promising is a little breezy.:D

but don't forget you woolies;)
04-12-2009, 11:49 AM
ZootHornRollo

Re: Tanky's Trog 2009 is on!!

Ian, do you get the forecast for the 29th when you open that - because I have the same prob when I've been to the MWIS website - or is it some problem with my cookies or suchlike (!!?).?
04-12-2009, 11:59 AM
IanDarkpeak

Re: Tanky's Trog 2009 is on!!

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Originally Posted by ZootHornRollo

Ian, do you get the forecast for the 29th when you open that - because I have the same prob when I've been to the MWIS website - or is it some problem with my cookies or suchlike (!!?).?

I get all three days but here is the three day forcast for Sunday

Viewing forecast for Sunday, 6th December, 2009
Forecast last reviewed on Thursday, 03/12/09 at 17:30

How Windy?
Southwesterly typically 25 to 30mph.

Effect Of Wind?
Walking impede steady walking on higher areas

How Wet?
Risk of showers

Overnight rain will have or will soon clear. Otherwise, isolated showers.

Cloud on the hills?
Mostly clearing

Cloud may intermittently form above about 550m, a little lower at first.

Chance of cloud free Summits?
70%

Sunshine and air clarity?
Occasional sun. Generally good visibility.

Temperatures
On the High Peak: 3 or 4C

And in the valleys
rising to around 9C.
04-12-2009, 12:08 PM
southernsoftie

Re: Tanky's Trog 2009 is on!!

Conditions looking good then? Best of luck to all you Troglodytes!;)

I'll say it now 'cos I won't be on much over the weekend. Family, eh? Who'd 'ave 'em?:rolleyes::)
04-12-2009, 12:09 PM
ZootHornRollo

Re: Tanky's Trog 2009 is on!!

hey, sounds alright
04-12-2009, 12:18 PM
Splatcher

Re: Tanky's Trog 2009 is on!!

I'm getting a bit envious of this one - I think I'll have to come along next year. Camping at Biggin (Peak) with the family instead this weekend. Enjoy it (what am I saying - this is Bleaklow I'm talking about...) - sounds like the conditions could be pretty good.
04-12-2009, 12:22 PM
IanDarkpeak

Re: Tanky's Trog 2009 is on!!

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Originally Posted by southernsoftie

Conditions looking good then? Best of luck to all you Troglodytes!

I'll say it now 'cos I won't be on much over the weekend. Family, eh? Who'd 'ave 'em?

well you are about to enter your 4th decade:D:D:D
04-12-2009, 12:40 PM
southernsoftie

Re: Tanky's Trog 2009 is on!!

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Originally Posted by IanDarkpeak

well you are about to enter your 4th decade:D:D:D

Yeah, cheers for reminding me!:p
04-12-2009, 12:50 PM
Derby Tup

Re: Tanky's Trog 2009 is on!!

Tanky's is on! About time to start thinking about some serious carbo-loading ;)
04-12-2009, 01:09 PM
ZootHornRollo

Re: Tanky's Trog 2009 is on!!

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Originally Posted by Derby Tup

Tanky's is on! About time to start thinking about some serious carbo-loading ;)

yep, fish chips & peas for lunch here! ;)
04-12-2009, 01:44 PM
IanDarkpeak

Re: Tanky's Trog 2009 is on!!

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Originally Posted by ZootHornRollo

yep, fish chips & peas for lunch here! ;)

just packed my bumbag including full WP body cover, spare thermal, bivvy bag, food and all the other mandatory stuff.

bring it on:D
04-12-2009, 01:47 PM
Derby Tup

Re: Tanky's Trog 2009 is on!!

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Originally Posted by IanDarkpeak

just packed my bumbag including full WP body cover, spare thermal, bivvy bag, food and all the other mandatory stuff.

bring it on:D

You'll need a big bumbag for that lot plus the mince pies and Rescue Ale Ian ;)
04-12-2009, 01:50 PM
ZootHornRollo

Re: Tanky's Trog 2009 is on!!

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Originally Posted by IanDarkpeak

just packed my bumbag including full WP body cover, spare thermal, bivvy bag, food and all the other mandatory stuff.

bring it on:D

a tight squeeze, I'm finding. Might stick with the inov8 rucksack I did the recce with.
04-12-2009, 01:53 PM
Derby Tup

Re: Tanky's Trog 2009 is on!!

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Originally Posted by ZootHornRollo

a tight squeeze, I'm finding. Might stick with the inov8 rucksack I did the recce with.

Think I'll have rucksack too

Zed, if you a fella in a red, white and green hooped hat say hello! ;):)
04-12-2009, 02:41 PM
ZootHornRollo

Re: Tanky's Trog 2009 is on!!

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Originally Posted by Derby Tup

Think I'll have rucksack too

Zed, if you a fella in a red, white and green hooped hat say hello! ;):)

will-do squire :)

can't say I'll be sporting anything quite so distinctive ... although ...
I tried out a powerstretch headband on the recce, and it was perfect (hat was too warm and waterlogged), so that might be coming out again

my mate test-drove her waterproof mascara on the recce also

we cut quite a dash
04-12-2009, 03:09 PM
Rodders

Re: Tanky's Trog 2009 is on!!

[QUOTE=Derby Tup;281669]Think I'll have rucksack too

Good choice. I'll be sporting my trusty 17 litre special, complete with mandatory kit, medicinal brandy & xmas pudding (steamed in a microwave for eight hours:D)

Can't wait for it!
04-12-2009, 03:11 PM
IanDarkpeak

Re: Tanky's Trog 2009 is on!!

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Originally Posted by ZootHornRollo

will-do squire :)

can't say I'll be sporting anything quite so distinctive ... although ...
I tried out a powerstretch headband on the recce, and it was perfect (hat was too warm and waterlogged), so that might be coming out again

my mate test-drove her waterproof mascara on the recce also

we cut quite a dash

I'm glad you were wearing head band and she was wear mascara, I'd have been a bit worried if it was the other way round. I thought Amex was the only cross dresser round here:D

I'll point DT out to you amongst others
04-12-2009, 03:16 PM
ZootHornRollo

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splendid Ian cheers, looking fwd to it

I'll say hello at the kitcheck?
04-12-2009, 08:07 PM
emmilou

Re: Tanky's Trog 2009 is on!!

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Originally Posted by southernsoftie

Conditions looking good then?

Still snow about, pack your thermal socks....brrrr the tootsies were freezing.

Not a single soul in sight today, nope not 1. :D anyone would think you were all serious afferleets and on a taper or something :rolleyes:

full mist down today can understand where the mad woman stones comes from spent a lot of time turning in circles and talkng to myself!!!
04-12-2009, 08:19 PM
ratfink

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04-12-2009, 08:25 PM
stevefoster

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Originally Posted by ratfink

Eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeekkkkkkkkkkkk kkkkkkkk!

You'll be reet ratink;)
04-12-2009, 08:39 PM
ZootHornRollo

Re: Tanky's Trog 2009 is on!!

am having a shoe quandary: the mudclaws tore my feet up a bit last weekend, might have to go for the comfort of my Kanadias and end up on my arse a few times

there's a fair bit of hardpack and road anyway...
04-12-2009, 08:45 PM
ratfink

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Originally Posted by merrylegs

You'll be reet ratink;)

thanks merry :o
04-12-2009, 08:46 PM
Datt

Re: Tanky's Trog 2009 is on!!

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Originally Posted by ZootHornRollo

am having a shoe quandary: the mudclaws tore my feet up a bit last weekend, might have to go for the comfort of my Kanadias and end up on my arse a few times

there's a fair bit of hardpack and road anyway...

Me too

Shall I wear my well broken in mudroc’s that occasionally give me blisters or my new crosslites that feel like slippers but aren’t fully broken in yet?

Hmmm decisions decisions…..
04-12-2009, 08:49 PM
stevefoster

Re: Tanky's Trog 2009 is on!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZootHornRollo

am having a shoe quandary: the mudclaws tore my feet up a bit last weekend, might have to go for the comfort of my Kanadias and end up on my arse a few times

there's a fair bit of hardpack and road anyway...

Quote:

Originally Posted by Datt

Me too

Shall I wear my well broken in mudroc’s that occasionally give me blisters or my new crosslites that feel like slippers but aren’t fully broken in yet?

Hmmm decisions decisions…..

Oh b@ll@cks, thought i'd decided on mudclaws, you two got me wondering now, New NB 840's with orange soles:confused:??!!
04-12-2009, 08:50 PM
ZootHornRollo

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hehe, sorry ML!

there aren't really any steep grassy descents though are there? except off Kinder right at the end

the orange mudclaw did come in handy as they were pretty grippy on the flagging and rocks of the PW but I think comfort is possibly more important
04-12-2009, 08:53 PM
IanDarkpeak

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mudclaws for me

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