I see there is a route choice up to Glyder Fawr, either up Gribin ridge or Cwm Tryfan then Miners track, i'm thinking Gribin is more direct but not sure.
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I see there is a route choice up to Glyder Fawr, either up Gribin ridge or Cwm Tryfan then Miners track, i'm thinking Gribin is more direct but not sure.
I noticed the route choice too, this is a new option that wasn't available last year. Not to sure why, possibly a safer option in poor weather or for less confident runners not sure. I'm also assuming that the more direct Gribyn route will be the quicker.
Far quicker... very strange option that one.. going up Cwm Tryfan is long, plus you have a mountain in the way.. plus much harder navigating in bad weather.. very very strange option..
I imagine the new option might be there because it's a less daunting route than the scramble up Y Gribin (or at least appears that way) - can't really think of any other reason, as it's definitely significantly slower than the direct route.
My place is available if anyone is looking to do this.
PM me if you're interested.
Anyone? Weather looks good at the moment...Quote:
Originally Posted by Stuart
The class A route map shows 'fixed' route over Foel Grach. I have queried that and had it confirmed that the map is wrong, we do not have to go over Foel Grach as per usual. Yiannis
I can't get to Capel Curig for the Friday night registration. Does anyone know what happens re: registering on Saturday morning!? If I have to be at Llanberis for 7.30 to catch the bus, I assume it must be open very early if its at Capel Curig!!? Also, where do I register for the bus or do you just pay as you get on?
Cheers
On Sat morning get to Llanberis in good time for the bus (outside the hotel), get on the bus at 7:30 (class A) with all your running kit and £3. Registration is at the starting field at Aber. There is plenty of time for that. Yiannis
Thanks Yiannis! :)
Iain - see you at the bus-stop! :D
Cheers for that Yiannis!!! Thats hopefully saved me a lot of stress and wondering!! :)
See you there Daz!! Where are you guys staying Friday? I'm hoping to get a campsite somewhere. I was looking at Capel Curig but presumably I'll be better near Llanberis?
I will be leaving Stockport at about 5am on Saturday to get to Llanberis for the Bus. Carshare anyone?Quote:
Originally Posted by ydt
Couple of us reccied Y Gribin on Monday and came down the alternate route as I haven't been that way before. Absolutely, up Y Gribin is the only route choice. Can't imagine going the other way. Gribin is a pleasant scamble, gets you up there nice and quick and gives the legs a rest because there is more emphasis on the arms.Quote:
Originally Posted by NJ1979
What's your definition of good, Stuart?Quote:
Originally Posted by Stuart
My number is 33 so if any forumites see me say 'Hi'. It is always good to put a face to the pictures / username from the forum.
Have a good race everyone.
I was just thinking about that! ydtQuote:
Originally Posted by Nigel
Well, we know what your definition of 'good' is Yiannis! Mine has more sunshine and less wind and rain.
Had a quick look for my number on the site, can't find that either now!! I should have been checking all this earlier shouldnt I!!:o
Iain your race no is 127, it is here. YiannisQuote:
Originally Posted by that_fjell_guy
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Originally Posted by sore legs
Ah, I'm 32! I'll keep an eye out for you and 127. Really looking forward to this now!
no. 18 for me, and wearing purple Fell ponies vest :)
still got a sore knee from my tumble at Ennerdale, but pretty sure it's just superficial bruising
gonna try a test jog tomorrow, but can't see it stopping me
especially in light of:
"Saturday
A generally drier and brighter day on Saturday. Just patchy hill fog possible over the peaks, but some bright or sunny spells. Moderate to fresh westerly winds. Freezing level above the summits. " :thumbup:
sorry Yiannis!:wink:
I'm no.1 !!! The pressure! Peter Dougals if you're reading make sure you get a photo!
Yes, the forecast is picking up nicely but it will be wet underfoot. Was going for Roclites but I think I'll wear the Mudclaws.
I'm not running this year due to baby, but my mum and dad are marshalling at Ogwen road crossing - say hello to them.
Have fun - I'll miss it.
Do we call them Mr & Mrs felltrumpeter Snr?Quote:
Originally Posted by felltrumpet
I'll have to stick with the Crosslites, pretty much the only servicable off road shoes I've got!! Got accomodation near Aber sorted at last so 'll just go straight to the start to save faffing about. Our lass can drop me then pop back for her brekkie!! Then, hopefully she'll have a wee ramble up the tourist path to carry me and my kit down off the top! :)Quote:
Originally Posted by Nigel
All the best for tomorrow. Am running in the mountineers section in a good old pair of boots.
Say hi as you go past to us slow ones, we hurt too.
I usually go for mum and dad. Colin is the road crossing guy, Barbara is at the campsite - I think... They take their duties very seriously, a smile will brighten their day (as with any marshal)Quote:
Originally Posted by that_fjell_guy
Good luck, it can't be easy with a big pair of boots and full rucksack!Quote:
Originally Posted by roy silver
Why are entries so tight for this event?
Sarah got refused entry this week.. with the womens fell running scene in Wales at an all time low.. so bad its possible Wales won't field a team for the Snowdon International race.. it seems crazy that they'll turn down past winners of the race.. most of the lakeland longs are entry on the day aren't they if places allow..
The welsh longs are under represented as it is, crazy strict entry systems just exasperate the situation..
It appears that there will be route changes due to the weather. Yiannis
this is very oddQuote:
Originally Posted by ydt
the forecast is quite good
maybe a bit windy early on, but by the time we reach Y Gribin (which I assume is the bit they're worried about) it should've dropped
if they send us up Cwm Tryfan instead, we'll be exposed to any high winds for LONGER along the top of the Glyders
is there another way they could send us?
I think they'll probably just change their minds back again...
The emails state that they'll avoid the Glyders section, I would have thought that by the time we reach there the weather should be improving! When I called the number quoted on the website for last minute messages I was told there would probably be changes but to proceed to the start as norm, no mention of avoiding the Glyders! I know the weather was atrocious today and the whole race would have been called off, but tomorrow should be better and improving as the day goes on so surely the start section willl be the worst effected. Dissapointing.Quote:
Originally Posted by ydt
I fear the decision has already been made: .... 'the race director has decided that the route ascending Glyder Fawr WILL NOT be used'. Yiannis
That's a bummer I've stashed some food en-route!
I guess we'll just revert to the 4 peaks route then
not the end of the world
my first time anyway, so might be quite nice to do it "old-stylee", then I can do the full 5 next year!
just need to go and print out an extra 1:25000 map section...
Seems a very strange decision as the weather forecast isn't that bad at all for tomorrow. It's been bad today, but tomorrow is a different day! But then again, I'm not in the same position as the race organiser and it's easy for me to say that without the responsibility if something goes wrong.
So, the old route, does that go up to Llyn Bochlwyd, over Bwlch Tryfan and on the Miner's Track down to the Pen-y-Gwryd? Or does it go up Cwm Tryfan and onto the Miner's Track? Never been that way and never thought about recceing alternative route choices...
up Cwm Tryfan to the Miner's
but lower down swing across to Pen y Pass
there's a 4 peaks map on the website
Cheers Daz, forgot about the Classic Mountaineers category.Quote:
Originally Posted by DazTheSlug
Strange.. why don't they use the old route.. very early call, forecasts look good.. winds should be 20-30 mph by lunch.. when people will get there.. even 40-50 on the Gribin isn't an issue.. its a wide ridge.. a lot of guides have a policy of 30mph cut off for crib goch.. which is a much more serious proposition..Quote:
Originally Posted by DazTheSlug
If they are that concerned.. delay the start by an hour.. run in better weather..
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Originally Posted by IainR
Aye, I've always found it easy making a call on such decisions when being located more than 3500 miles away from that spot.
Forescast changed, it was still torrential rain at 1100hrs at the Baywatch 10k so who know's how it was on the Carneddau.
Quite a few came over to do Baywatch after finding out the Carneddau had been dropped, apparently in place they ran on that minor road from Aber - TalyBont, past Hendre Hall, Llanllechid, Bethesda and along the cycle track to Ogwen!!!....shame if I'd have know that would've done it!