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    Re: Looking to try fell runnin

    Good luck with the giant's tooth. I'd just got back from a very wet, windy and generally boggy run when I did the above post. For every couple of runs like that, you get a good 'un in, and they're the ones that keep you going. This time last year, I remember running on the same moors on a lovely still day, in bright sunshine, freezing temperatures and just enough snow around to make it look beautiful, and provide a bit of cushioning on top of the frozen earth.
    Headtorchers in the snow under a clear sky and a full moon aren't to be missed, either!

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    Re: Looking to try fell runnin

    I wish I lived nearer the moors. It's a bit flat around here (between Wakefield and Barnsley) and I worry that my hill work is sorely lacking. It's just too time consuming to get anywhere better all that often.

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    Re: Looking to try fell runnin

    Quote Originally Posted by Vegan Runner View Post
    I wish I lived nearer the moors. It's a bit flat around here (between Wakefield and Barnsley) and I worry that my hill work is sorely lacking. It's just too time consuming to get anywhere better all that often.
    If can get to a gym the stepper machine is great practice for climbing hills. Try and stay on your toes when using it. Most of us walk the steep bits anyway

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    Re: Looking to try fell runnin

    Regarding the Giant's Tooth race and for the information of Vegan Runner and others; we will not insist on kit being carried. Considering the nature of the run we will be perfectly happy if you just put your shoes, shirt and shorts on.

    The Giant's Tooth is a good introduction to Fell Running.
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    Re: Looking to try fell runnin

    Thanks for that. I'm sat here in my kit all ready for the off.:w00t:

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    Re: Looking to try fell runnin

    Rather than start yet another thread about kit can I just ask for a bit of clarification on waterproofs? I have a Salomon waterproof jacket with (I think) taped seams. However, it doesn't have a hood. Would I be able to wear it along with a WP or Gore-Tex cap?

    Thanks.

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    Re: Looking to try fell runnin

    Just a note re. running around Ogden. If you ever fancy coming over for a run around some of the other routes (there are some real corkers) at Ogden, give me a heads up on here and I'll join you. Show you some of the good uns. We are, as we found out in the race, at a similar level.

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    Re: Looking to try fell runnin

    Thanks MotM. Not sure when I'm available though. I'm on a training schedule for three marathons in June and it isn't all that flexible. However, might be a good way to make the long runs more enjoyable.

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    Re: Looking to try fell runnin

    Whenever mate. I'm up there several times a week and Ogden Nomad is often with me (when he has a groin).

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    Re: Looking to try fell runnin

    Quote Originally Posted by Vegan Runner View Post
    I wish I lived nearer the moors. It's a bit flat around here (between Wakefield and Barnsley) and I worry that my hill work is sorely lacking. It's just too time consuming to get anywhere better all that often.
    Martin, there's the 'Stanbury Splash' up at Haworth (roughly a hours travelling) on Sunday 22nd
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