Monthly Archives: October 2014

Run of the Mill

At 14.5km and 850m, this race is a great mid-distance route. In many respects, similar to Dollar, but with several kms of track at the beginning and end, may well suite trail runners (Rachel?) and be a good introduction to … Continue reading

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Tussocks are not my friend

It was quite a late decision to join Rachael Campbell and Sarah McKechnie in running the first of the East District XC races, at Stirling University. I hadn’t competed in a XC race since 2010 and I’m most at home … Continue reading

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Yorkshire Marathon 12 October 2014

The Yorkshire Marathon took place for the first time last year. I’d heard it was a great race and sold out within five hours, so booked the pre-sale website option when I got a link about it. Many people had … Continue reading

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Man or Mouse 2014 (Manor Water and Pentland Skyline)

It seemed a good idea at the time and definitely a big challenge. This is a competition concocted in about 2002 by some sadistical Carnethy person (allegedly) and combines the Manor Water (10 miles) and Pentland Skyline (16 miles) hill … Continue reading

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Dunbar 10 mile (a.k.a Doon hill) 04.10.2014

Report by Sadie and Michael: The race was varied and enjoyable despite the wet and cold weather. Sadie, Michael and Tracy travelled through to Dunbar together after Sadie had popped home for some safety pins (or else there wouldn’t be … Continue reading

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