Ian I listed those ladies not because they were particularly the best or fastest or won most races but because of the impression they have made on myself ( and others ) for different reasons over the years. As I said there are many many more worthy of mention. For example Jean Dawes was a trailblazer for lady Fellrunners, there weren't many ladies racing in those days and the sport was very much male orientated, she helped to inspire lots more ladies into the sport. Carol Greenwood is still a legend in these parts and still holds many ladies records, you had to be a good male runner to beat her. I remember watching Vanessa Peacock when the World Cup was held in Keswick ( not sure which year but some time ago ) we were stood atop of Latrigg watching the short race on the Saturday, she was the only lady to run the whole steep section near the top. Cheryl Cook, probably not remembered by many, ran for Clayton but had a beautiful running style and was very quick, she only had a short career and probably retired too early. Lots of memories of all of those ladies ( and more ) I'm not sure if you can compare runners from a different, earlier era to those of today which can probably also be said of other sports.Originally Posted by IanDarkpeak
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