Quote Originally Posted by dylan View Post
navigational skills are an essential part of a fell runners set of skills.
why?well what if the mist/clag comes down,what do you do?
follow others or get your map and compass(which you have in your bum bag)and use.
it is a basic requirement on the grounds of self preservation and a duty you owe to your family and the race organiser to ensure your safe return.
please read the introduction to your fra fixtures calendar,page 9.
I`d say that most fellrunners have never used their map & compass in an actual race (i think that i can only recall using it once in the 15 years that i`ve been at it) although i dont condone not carrying them though.