12.53 miles, 3,414 feet, 3 hours 53 minutes: Fairfield Horseshoe clockwise from/to Ambleside, going to the left/west of Great Rigg, south west of Dove Crag, down the non race side of the wall, and down the rock step. Initially overcast, with banks of mist at various levels; it became sunnier as the day went on. No rain. A moderate wind from the south west. Terrain dry/damp/wet and slippery in places. Not many walkers on the fells; I saw 6 runners, all on the fells.

I wore my new Mudtalons for the first time, the non speed version. They are very comfortable, the grip is excellent. I did notice the increased heel toe drop, but this was not a problem. Being high/wide they do tend to tilt/twist on angled traverses, but for the width I am willing to accept this.