Quote Originally Posted by Lefty View Post
One of the benefits of joining a club with a long history in fell running/racing is the wealth of experience that some members can pass on to new members considering taking up running and racing on the fells. At our club this happens all of the time and includes route recce, advice and instruction on navigation, kit choice etc etc. No formal qualifications are necessary for this type of help and advice and I'm sure most clubs offer the same sort of service, indeed I think its probably one of the best ways of passing on information.
Agree Lefty - and that applies to ROs as well as athletes.