Arenig Fawr

[ydt]

The 'L' key is in fact missing in my keyboard and I have to poke the metalwork with my finger to get that bloody letter
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[Alf]

Just noticed this thread. I was planning on going across for this one on Sunday and found Yiannis' site with the route map on

http://img222.imageshack.us/img222/7...nnedmapai9.jpg

While I was googling for other info I came across the B17 crash story and the memorial on the summit so I will keep an eye out for that on the day.
http://www.pbase.com/caeclyd/arening_fawr_crash_site

[nightingale]

Just noticed this thread. I was planning on going across for this one on Sunday and found Yiannis' site with the route map on

http://img222.imageshack.us/img222/7...nnedmapai9.jpg

While I was googling for other info I came across the B17 crash story and the memorial on the summit so I will keep an eye out for that on the day.
http://www.pbase.com/caeclyd/arening_fawr_crash_site

Interesting. I didn't know about the crash. Hopefully see you all there (if my back gets a bit better)

[wheezing donkey]

Just noticed this thread. I was planning on going across for this one on Sunday and found Yiannis' site with the route map on

http://img222.imageshack.us/img222/7...nnedmapai9.jpg

While I was googling for other info I came across the B17 crash story and the memorial on the summit so I will keep an eye out for that on the day.
http://www.pbase.com/caeclyd/arening_fawr_crash_site

Alf, I can guarantee that you will not be disappointed. I've been course sweeper for Yiannis since this race was inaugurated. On a clear day ( sadly the forecast appears to be denying us the privilege for this year ) the view from the summit / memorial is breathtaking in all directions but particularly to the S, towards Rhobell Fawr - well worth losing a few seconds and the odd place.:wink:

[wheezing donkey]

Just a quick, last minute heads up for Yiannis' Arenig Fawr Race from Arenig hamlet, approx 7 miles W of Bala towards Trawsfynydd; 3rd October - finer details in the FRA calendar. A 'proper', back to basics traditional grass roots fell race in deepest Welsh Wales; not a 'tourist honey-pot'!:thumbup:
Also see the thread in the 'Recce' section. Well worth travelling for. Arrive in good time to allow the 1 mile walk from parking/registration to the start.

[mr brightside]

Map

Is it really that good?

[mr brightside]

What i meant to say was does anyone else have any glowing testimony, as this race would be a pain in the knee for me.

[emmilou]

Alf, I can guarantee that you will not be disappointed. I've been course sweeper for Yiannis since this race was inaugurated. On a clear day ( sadly the forecast appears to be denying us the privilege for this year ) the view from the summit / memorial is breathtaking in all directions but particularly to the S, towards Rhobell Fawr - well worth losing a few seconds and the odd place.:wink:

Some of us can't afford to lose any seconds!! See you there :-)

[nightingale]

Map

Is it really that good?

Yes :-)

Like many of the Welsh races it's not as well attended as it's lake land equivelant. Hense I guess WDonkey's reference to "grass routes". It feels like races might have felt along time ago. Great route, scenery, company, organisation and one of the best selection of soups and cakes after the race you will find anywhere. Front page of my blog was taken by Al Tye from the top of Arenig race last year. If my back holds up for the next few days I'll be there.

[Usually at the back]

Map

Is it really that good?

Definitely ............ well marked as well, homemade soup and cakes at finish are wonderful