Good see that there is interest. We were limited on how we could set the course so win hill was the only alternative given landowner restrictions. Cutting out the horrible estate meant more turf and less tarmac, here again our local farmers kindly let us open gates and run through thier fields. So I hope you enjoy. Win being the operative word.
PS. Yes Ian she did say. Look forward to seeing you there.
Last edited by live in hope; 16-06-2009 at 01:48 PM.
It certainly does.Originally Posted by second to last
That's 5 currently then. Any advance on 5?
Are there any other summits that attract such popularity out there? Could be the subject of a new thread
Or even maybe "The Win Hill Series"
We had a similar thread a few months ago. I think Kinder came out pretty high up (although I thought that was cheating as it's more of a plateau than a hill).
http://forum.fellrunner.org.uk/showt...t=kinder+races
Can anyone tell me how tough this race is, i've only done one fell race and thats the gravy pud, which took me an hour, am i batting above my station with this race.
This is half a mile further but with nearly 50% more climb than Gravy Pud. The climb is fairly runnable - its a traverse climb rather than straight up and I would suggest if you usually finish in the top half of the field you will find it all runnable.
The new route is a bit of a mystery - apparently we are going to Winn Hill Summit this year but whether that is a direct line once you get to the ridge remains to be seen. If you get the 'lactic burn' you can always walk.
I would definately do it - if for the views if nothing else. I cant think of a finer way to spend the evening. I cant wait - credit the organisers - last year they asked the whole field how they could make the race better and they have taken every comment on board. Not sure about my suggestion for a free pint of Moonshine or Farmers Blond at the finish though.
See you there hopefully.
I wish I could be there to do this one, very jealous. Good luck to Mark and the organisers.
sirgordonzola you'll be fine. The climb will be hard but just think of the descent.
Thank you for the replies, im gonna go for it, im certain im gonna be last home looking at the times from last year, i might pack a torch, but nothing ventured nothing gained, and theres no way i'll improve if i dont test myself.
Don't worry about last years times as the route is completely different.
Rumor has it it climbs Winn hill twice!!!
Can't wait for tommorrow.
Was looking forward to this one but am now slightly scared if the rumours are to be believed!
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