Four carnethies (Andy Fallas, Mark Johnson, Bob Lyons, Helen B) ventured south for the Coledale Horseshoe race, which gives a good medium distance race. This was meant to be a ‘training race’ but it seemed everyone had had the same idea and the race had a competitive field in both mens and ladies. Salomon International runner Ricky Gates and Scott Jurek from the States also made appearances (who it turned out were in the UK to do a Bob Graham round, and not just Coledale horseshoe!) and added some extra competition for men. Conditions of strong winds, clag, and good competition made a good race. Rob Jebb won in 1hr 12, with Ricky Gates finishing 30 seconds later. Andy Fallas was first Carnethy home in 5th place in 1hr 16, Mark 32nd, and Bob 192nd. I was relieved not to get lost in the mist and repeat the debacle of NI and finish 2nd Female behind Pippa Maddams after the long layoff of injury. (Ricky Gates and Scott Jurek subsequently completed a Bob Graham Round on Monday in 23hr 44 mins).
Full Results here: http://www.ellenboroughac.org.uk/?p=658
Helen Bonsor