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[QUOTE=GlenBorrell;461610]The direct is definitely the route for you Glen, Check it out in the circle race coming soon which we do the direct in reverse.Quote:
Originally Posted by IanDarkpeak
Re the cramps, I'll be focusing my attention on training for that problem...!
I"m quite keen to try the down and up route this year. Ive never dared do it in the race (have done the race 4 times) but may well do this year, just for the hell of it. Are there any specific lines that are better than others from the knoll to ringing roger, or it is obvious?
Mark, I think the line is to head left of Golden clough. you can go further right to the woods which I think is better running but it is longer and then has more climbing. Ask Daz he's done it in the race. it takes cahoonies though or thighs like Lloyd!!Quote:
Originally Posted by Mark Smith
IDP, Is it true what I heard the other week that from next year there's going to be a checkpoint at the bottom of the 'down and up' ??? :sneaky:
Well my thighs aren't anywhere near that but i'm quite keen to toughen up this year, mentally and physically and so i think i'll give it a go. Might go and try it out soon, perhaps as part of a run around the whole route, taking in the new route over back tor as well.
It looks like a 600 foot descent and climb over 2k vs a flat, rocky run over 5k - intriguing.... What is the ratio of racers taking the 2 routes, anyone know?
Assuming you mean cojones Ian, then you're clearly talking b*ll*x. Literally b*ll*x: I agree with you, after watching you do the down & up in last year's recce there's no way a mere mortal such as I should have to do that down & up at the end of the race. Of course, if you meant conejos, then you're just talking r*bb*ts.Quote:
Originally Posted by IanDarkpeak
Yes and I've already volunteered to marshal it....:p ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by dominion
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Originally Posted by RachFR
sorry about that mix up but the list is sorted now. apart from a few emails I've had today....
I hadn't thought about U23 category, I can do it as it isn't really much extra work.
I have kept back places for people who can demonstrate they can challenge for category prizes and there'll be more info about this on www.dpfr.org.uk/pages/3 in the next couple of weeks. I think the race should be about how quickly you can run the course not how quickly you can download a form and post it! as the list stands today neither Lloyd or Judith have places, which as last years winners is utterly ridiculous.
Ya the lads in Pennine were commenting about this last night that a frenzy has build up about certain races meaning they have become must do's!Quote:
Originally Posted by IanFitz
Richard Askwith and forums have a lot to answer for:)
I'm in the race carn't wait
BOOM! if this is true this race would just become that much better. Nothing like a killer climb at the end of a long race!Quote:
Originally Posted by IanDarkpeak
[QUOTE=IanDarkpeak;461619]Yeah i've reccyed it plenty! did last year. Did timed runs and everything! Just chickened out last year. forms one of my runs. do the down up and reverse it! this year more climbing training and i'll be doing it. :)Quote:
Originally Posted by GlenBorrell
[QUOTE=IanFitz;459692]
it a minor change, we'll not be cutting down the field after lose hill, instead stay on the path to back tor.
Apologies to everyone for appearing thick but just so I can picture this in my little steam-powered brain - I take it from the top of Lose Hill you continue on along the path along the route of the Castleton race until you reach Mam Tor.
You'll need IanF for an exact confirmation but from what I understand it's just the field that's out of bounds so from Lose Hill follow ridge over Back Tor to SK 145 849 from there you can continue along ridge or along Barker Bank to Hollins Cross and then on to Mam Tor.Quote:
Originally Posted by Gonzo
Hope this helps
Thanks Ian it does.
Even though I am now local I am hopeless at knowing all these areas by local names, but have run over them quite a lot so know my way over the ground and in my head (if that makes sense).
Just didn't want to go anywhere that could cause problems for others later on if the route has had to be changed for a reason.
Does anyone have any info, or an idea as to how may runners do down and up vs going round at the end?
The 2 times I marshalled Grindslow I'd say it was between 10-20 runners mainly from the top 50-70 places, Very few of the tail end try this, it's a route for the strong.Quote:
Originally Posted by Mark Smith
Looks like i'm in the hands of the Peak Authority as you would have only got my entry this morning. Never mind, eh, plenty more fish in't sea a blah blah blah.
And I was so looking forward to entering the 'near room' for a second time. Have a good race, all those who are in.
I reckon you will get in as we have substitutions and a waiting list. fingers crossedQuote:
Originally Posted by smackdee
There's hope yet then - my fingers are crossed as my application would have arrived towards the end of last week. We shall see.Quote:
Originally Posted by IanDarkpeak
Anyone know how long the reservation list normally is and how many people on it that eventually get to do it? My application was so late I am not holding out much hope.
Is this the first year they have one?Quote:
Originally Posted by chrissy
Correct!Quote:
Originally Posted by DrPatrickBarry
IanF may be along and will probable let you know how many are on it.
Ah well. Even with today's update I'm still not there. I'm still having a recce, though :-).
Edale Skyline Racemaps are now in stock at Lakesrunner. See link below:
http://www.lakesrunner.com/welcome-to-lakes-runner/books-and-race-maps/race-map-the-edale-skyline-p-9352.html
I hope the route changes are reflected on the actual maps as the small sample has the old route off loose hill.
Yes this is an old sample - i've asked for it to be taken off. The descent from Lose hill goes along the ridge to Back Tor.
Just to let you know that having counted the entries on the 'waiting list' - which in reality is a large box full of envelopes - the race is probably now full. They are numbered in the order of arrival and not processed yet until I can confirm the number of runners with the Nat Park. There are 145 in there now so even if 400 are able to run not everyone will get places.
I don't know where people are on the list or if I have their entry. So please don't be offended when I don't reply to the (many) emails asking this...
There are 30 places for runners who can demonstrate they can challenge for category prizes, which will be available from the end of February. Details will be at www.dpfr.org.uk/pages/3
What will your emergency 200 calories be?
How strict is this emergency 200 calories, because I quite often run with homemade cake, of which I haven't got a clue of the calorific content other than it's most likely over 200! If it's got to be something with labelled calories then a couple of Power Gels (at 110 cals each) will have to do.Quote:
Originally Posted by sbrt
I intend to adopt the philosophy of a Camel and rely on my built in emergency supplies.
I will also use my well known inate sense of direction rather than a compass (or perhaps not)
My map from Lakes Runner has the correct route on it - that is it does not go through the field but continues along the ridgeline, which is a more accurate reflection of the 'Skyline' IMO.
Well unless it says on a packet it has 200 calories who am I to argue but should you show me some super energy rich flapjack I'll pass it, 4 jelly babys or some crackers will not, remember these are emergency foods and as such you should have them at the finish, you should be carrying other food seperately to eat on your run.Quote:
Originally Posted by Sam Harrison
There is to be a kitcheck for an undisclosed number at the finish, emergency food is on the kitlist.....!!!:)
Makes sense! Did there always used to be a requirement to have emergency food or is that a new thing this year?Quote:
Originally Posted by IanDarkpeak
I "Think" this is the first time it is a requirement, we've like other races suggested/reccomended extra food above what you intend to eat on the race.Quote:
Originally Posted by Sam Harrison
I always use boots go bar, 315 cal, 41g carb, 21 g protein per par, for £1.50.
I carried and ate two last year in the race so this year I will have to carry three and save one, good tasting and they do not get hard in the cold and pull your teeth out, also had a Turkish delight last year towards the end which got me through the last mile of hell.
Thanks for posting the link to race map, got mine today, shows averything you need to know , Great
Kraft/Cadury/Bassets (depending on your age!) have kindly provided 200+ bags of their new mini jelly babies so there will be some extras available for people who aren't fully kitted up.
you'll still have to carry them though! and i'm not sure if Burty will be making an appearance this year...
going to need a bigger bum-bag this year what with the thermal and extra food!
Does anyone know when the decision will be known on whether the field can be expanded to 400 or not? I am carboloading in the hope I may run.