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News from Jon Gay that he, Jonathan Whilock and Tracy Dean completed the Rigby Round together in 23:31:53 yesterday morning, with Tracy believed to be the first lady Rigby completer and Jonathan just the second person to complete the four big rounds (Bob Graham, Ramsay, Paddy Buckley and Rigby). So well done to all!
Yes Jon W. informs me it was the hardest one to date. The poor weather made it a tough day in the Cairngorms. Congratulations Jon Jon and Tracy great following this one on the tracker.
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Originally Posted by petestack
Great news, well done to all. Was wondering how they'd got on
I spoke to Jon W last night and he said he thought for him it was the hardest of the 4 rounds he has done. he attributes this partly due to the very rough ground with lots of heather and boulders and very few tracks and also that there is so much more out and out running on this in order to meet the schedule. the old adage of walk the uphills and jog anything that is level or downhill did not apply and he siad they had to run so many of the inclines in order to stay in time. It also measured 75 miles on the tracker too, making it much longer. Well done to all 3 a great acheivement.Quote:
Originally Posted by Fellzebra
hi, thanks for the support. have to say i underestimated how difficult it would be. it was a great day out with 2 fantastic people though.
just wanted to say that i'm not the 2nd to do all 4, theres some real legends like digby, yiannis & rob a long way ahead i think.
jonathan.
Well done, that's a great day out. I'm envious.
Obviously not quite enough to pull my finger out, get the training in and do it myself. But still envious enough.
Just reported what Jon G told me (had assumed he got it from you), but sure we can check. Thought Yiannis took > 24 hours for the Rigby?Quote:
Originally Posted by jwpipes66
Bob Berzins (Dark Peak) has done the 4 as well.
I'd be interested in seeing the route, Nicky and I had a crack a few years ago and we were knocked back by really bad weather. my planned route though came out around 60 miles after much route changing and discussion with Rob and Bob.
hi, we roughly followed the rob woodall recommended route. there's bit's you could make shorter but you'd add ascent. we ended up running approx 75 miles. we had poor conditions for the first 4 hrs and last 3 so don't think we got the best lines. was certainly rough going. the great thing about the challenge is that route choice is very flexible. would like to do a clockwise now to compare
Ha Ha. Had to smile when I read this bit Jon! How about next weekend for a quick clockwise saunter, I'm sure Jon and Tracy would be keen to join you!Quote:
Originally Posted by jwpipes66
I'd like to give it another crack but age may be going against me. although Yiannis may question that ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by jwpipes66
despite the gales rain snow and ice on our trip I still rate it as the best day on the hill I've ever had.
I'm not knocking the other great rounds but this is done on site with no reccies and no support...
well done for completeing it.
hi, there is something special about running with all your food, map & compass. no support crew or saftey net. the gorms are fantastic too. think thats why i fancy going back and doing it c/w. beats work anyday.
I hope Mr Pipes is going to tell about his latest epic tale on here?Quote:
Originally Posted by jwpipes66
hi, couldn't resist having another go clockwise so set off on wed 9th at 2am again. had problems from the start but eg contact lens falling out but went ok till about 8 hrs in when i realised how tired my legs. from then it was a slog to the finish in the burning sun. guts were awful, throwing up when i tried to eat so no food for the last 8 hrs. revived when it cooled off and ran went up braeiriach ok and ran in well. did 23 hrs 17 mins. happy with that considering my state. my feet, ankles, achilles, and knees (from falling) are in a mess but it was a beautiful day, just wish i'd been able to enjoy it.
word of advise, never do 2 rounds so close, it really hurts.
Well done Jon,Ant told me.Flying the flag for Staffs Moorlands!
Finlay Wild with I think a new record, 16h 40m
https://www.strava.com/activities/5681203303
Oli Johnson (DPFR) set a record of about 17h40 (?) a few weeks ago, but no longer.