So are me and Gem, Cheers Linda. Gem says Woof Attachment 6944:thumbup:Quote:
Originally Posted by Mrs Stagger
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So are me and Gem, Cheers Linda. Gem says Woof Attachment 6944:thumbup:Quote:
Originally Posted by Mrs Stagger
It's not over for some of us. I'm still sorting through a dining room full of computers, RFID scanners, WiFi masts, and other assorted technical bits - and already making plans to do it better next year.Quote:
Originally Posted by Mrs Stagger
Aw sorry you're still tidying up! We really do appreciate all your hard work. It's such a massive event, you must have a phenomenal amount of gear!Quote:
Originally Posted by dmd
Definitely me too... I was on of the DNF's.:o Had a horrendous day and couldn't even get going properly heading to Hill Inn! Nearly dropped out at Kingsdale but decided to enjoy the afternoon and strolled along to Dent. Hopefully make up for it on the 18th at the Excalibur marathon.Quote:
Originally Posted by Mrs Stagger
grough report of the Fellsman now online: http://bit.ly/13YA6gP
Great write-up.Quote:
Originally Posted by grough editor
And a really good, atmospheric embedded video.
Some fine-looking chaps on that Grough report I have to say :D
wish i looked less dead and more speedy going up Gragareth!
Gragareth checkpoint stood out for me ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by Martyn P
Hello Mrs S aka Linda. I was your group member who hit a blood sugar low as we approached Park Rash and after seeing your post I felt rather guilty. I was definitely feeling pretty grotty for that couple of miles coming into the CP, but the hot choc and custard creams in the tent did the trick and by the time we hit the top of Gt Whernside I was back up to speed and felt OK again. I really hadn't realised that you and Jackie had been wanting to push on for a particular time or that I was holding us all back.....there were a few bits of that last long leg to Yarnbury where I made a conscious decision to stay to the rear of the group with the other chap (Bernie I think his name was) to keep him company, but it wasn't because I was on my knees or anything - more making sure there was no risk of him becoming detached. Anyway, I just wanted to say sorry, because I can imagine how frustrating it would have been for you. Overall I thought as a group we worked quite well (it was WAY better than the groups I had last year!) but I've made a mental note for next time to make sure I ask group members what their objectives are when we first get grouped so we all know where we stand. Last but not least, thanks to you, Jackie, Alison and Bernie for being supportive for the period was I was below par - it was much appreciated. Best wishes MartinQuote:
Originally Posted by Mrs Stagger
Hi MartinQuote:
Originally Posted by Martin Hancock
I'm sorry, I didn't mean to make you feel guilty. You never know when you set off on these long events just how you're going to feel and how it will pan out and me and Jackie seemed to be going very well that day. If someone had asked me if I'd be happy with 18 hours, then I would have said a big yes. I think grouping is always difficult as people are getting to the back end of the race and start to fade at different rates. Because me, Jackie and Allison were feeling strong, we always felt like we could've pushed on but the rules state you must stick together no matter what for safety reasons and I fully abide by that and I know that's part of what the Fellsman is all about. I really hope we didn't make you feel bad during the race. As we approached Yarnbury we realised that we could possibly do sub 18 hours that's why Allison shot off and I followed but I knew it was going to be tall order. Please don't apologise. I thought about it afterwards and it made me realise that anyone of us could've felt unwell and slowed the group down, it really is down to luck on the day.
Best wishes to you, Linda
Here's a hark back to the past. I've just uploaded a bit of a story with the aid of some snaps. Camaraderie is always to the fore in this event as we help each other 'round to get the best time we can. :thumbup:
Great memories Nick- I had forgotten the snow
entries now open... (postal and online)
I entered a week or so agoQuote:
Originally Posted by barnyc
me too!Quote:
Originally Posted by Stolly
Just got my entry pack/number (248) today. Bit late to start training for this(!) so I'll just be walking/jogging.
Hmm...just did the first section to Dent...that's tough!
But by then you know you have done a third! So set yourself on getting to half way, because after that you might as well keep going rather than turn back;)
The worst of the climbing is over by then! OK it can be a bit of a drag out of Dent on a full stomach but nothing too severe.Quote:
Originally Posted by mike1967
Hurrah, number 61 this year :)
Third time lucky, this time it's going to happen! Weather or injuries be damned!
Be careful what you wish for... I said the same on my third go. Wasn't going to finish for some pretty nasty blisters at Dent... The shin splints over Fleet Moss should have got me to drop out at the next roadside... In the end I finished but couldn't train for months!Quote:
Originally Posted by thedatastream
Don't you spoil my optimism! ;)
Saw a bloke running up Win Hill last night who said he was training for the Fellsman.
I fancy it in a couple of years, looks like a great run! Good luck everyone doing it :)
Think I'll be looking forward to a full stomach by Dent!
Got the Lakes 42 to get through first :)
For those who haven't seen this on Facebook...
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Handbook Gremlins Strike Again...
With just under 5 weeks to go, we have discovered a couple of handbook glitches. Whilst we make every effort to ensure all the information in the handbook is correct, mistakes are inevitable. We really thought we had it pinned this year, but it would appear not. So, to clarify a few points...
The start time is 8.30am. Yes, it does say 9am at the top of page 27, but this an oversight – all other references say 8.30am. We apologise for missing one, and any confusion this may have caused.
Grid references for Hells Gap and Middle Tongue. As several of you have pointed out, the ones in the main checkpoint list on page 29 of the handbook are indeed incorrect. The correct ones are on the Fellsman map, and in the 'Points to Observe on Route' section on page 31 of the handbook. These are – Hells Gap 936818 and Middle Tongue 906803.
Fortunately they seem to be the only areas the Gremlins have got to. So, if you are reading this and have friends who are also doing the event, please spread the word.
If you are reading this and wondering whether to enter – Just Do It! We have a few places left, and the unfortunate but predictable trickle of injuy-based withdrawals has begun, and we'd love nothing better than to start the event with a full field.
Finally, a few of us were up in the Dales visiting some of the farmers this weekend, and whilst cold, the views were stunning. There's a little snow on the higher ground, but nothing major, and what's there will not last long. The ground is currently very soft, fingers crossed it dries out a bit in the next few weeks...
Cheers for that pilgrim. I have also emailed the organisers about the cut off times for grouping as they differ between the handbook and the website - no response yet
From the Fellsman web site:Quote:
Originally Posted by irish
Finally, for those of you wondering about the grouping and/or chop times, the information given in the handbook is indeed correct, and the website has been amended. The grouping times are the same as last year, as these are daylight dependent, and the chop times have been brought forward 30 minutes in line with the earlier start time.
Thank you dmd, much appreciated!
Hi - I've just entered (having only just found out that i'm not working that weekend). It'll be my 5th trek round.....just noticed on the fellsman website that it says "new start time of 08:30" - so....what time has it previously started? 9am? - i only ask as i'm womdering what time i'll be donning the headtorch later in the day.....traditionall for me that'll be Cray but i did make it to Park Rash one yr - I'd be a happy bunny if i got there again in the light!
cheers - Mark...
Yes Mark, it always started at 9am up to last year, but because of the April instead of May date for past few years the grouping times have been brought forward half an hour. Last year there was a bit of confusion or because of the good light, some grouping times were relaxed back to the original.
I'd be a very happy bunny if I could get through Fleet Moss before grouping. I just missed it last year, after which point the enforced slowdown began. :(
Let's hope for something a little less frigid this year with the weather. See you there.
Cheers Nick for the explanation in a nutshellQuote:
Originally Posted by BritNick
I'm only 40mins from Threshfield from my house but will be stopping over for the full Fellsman "experience".....burping, farting, snoring etc....the company is good though ;-)
Mark
We can luxuriate in a big sports hall now. Plenty of room for everything to dissipate so no worries, no Quartermaster to worry about, pit ready to fall into on Sunday morning (that is if you slept there on Friday night) :)
Time was in years gone by when the Fellsman started at midday. That's three and a half hours less daylight than this year.
The new start time is to minimise congestion on Whernside as the Three Peaks race is on the same day.
The Fellsman has kind of just jumped out on me, having been in London the weekend before last for the marathon and, following a last minute exchange of contracts, subsequently upped sticks and moved house lock, stock and barrel. Hopefully I will be able to root around for all my gear in the as yet unpacked boxes, get to the shops to buy some vaseline, headtorch batteries and emergency food marzipan and get to Threshfield ready to rumble before 5:30am on Saturday.
The running bit should be easy......
Any idea if my fully charged Hope R4 light will be accepted as all I need or will I have to carry another "spare" light? I hope it will as 16hrs of battery time must be enough! It's heavy but work the extra candlepower I think.
It will probaly be fine - but they are very stringent with the kit check and if it lists 2 torches or spare batteries you will need to have them as you will probably not pass the kit check otherwise. Just try to stick to the letter and you will be ok - even if it involves carrying stuff you dont use :)Quote:
Originally Posted by slats
Rumor has it that one year someone didn't pass becasue they didn't have enough tread on their shoes :D
Although that may be complete tussocks. :)
Cheers Sasquatch, I've checked my shoe tread and I think I'm ok ;-)
6 Mars bars worth of emergency food too - I could live for a few days on that!!!
3x100g of milk choc bars..just have to try not to eat it :)
now do I do the communal sleeping thing or have an early start on sat...