The 2nd race in the NFR Championships has Rob Salter, Will Horsley and John Butters first home for NFR
LAKELAND 42 – Saturday April 5, 2014 42 miles (if you take the correct course) and c11,500 feet of ascent
A magnificent victory for NFR’s Chris Winter over this most challenging course bearing all the hallmarks of a Joe Faulkner organized event (i.e. an ability to navigate), coming home in 8h 43m, over 13 minutes ahead of his nearest rival in a field of 85. Chris’s performance was made all the more impressive by having to do battle with a cloud base which stubbornly refused to rise above 1,500 feet all day and persistent blustery showers which made navigation and overall conditions extremely challenging. Continue reading
The Hedgehope Hellraiser! Sunday 27th April 10:30am start. > flyer
From Glen: “Race details- A six mile (10k) fell race to the summit of Hedgehope Hill & return, starting at Langleeford (end of the Harthope valley). The race replaces the Cheviot Summit race. We felt Old Cheviot needed a rest this year. The new route offers excellent views of the competitors during the event for spectators.
All proceeds will go to the Northumberland National Park Search and Rescue Team.
entrance fee- £4
Further info please contact Glen Mcwilliams on 07748864424“
Brough Law Fell Race, 9th March 2014
Was it the value entry fee, slick organisation, beautiful scenery, early start, or just a feature of the increasing popularity of all types of running? Whatever it was it conspired to boost the entries of the Brough Law Fell Race to a record 121, ranging in age from 16 to 77 years. Conditions were good, being cloudy and breezy but dry with good visibility. By 10am the marshals were in place, the course was marked and the runners were ready to go. Continue reading
Ewan Brown is first back just in front of NFR’s David Beech, with Karen maintaining her lead in the ladies.
photo: Andy
- results (amended 11/03/14) from Will
- photos and chat on Facebook “NFR and friends”
- photos from Andy Russell “Many thanks to Will and his team of marshals and helpers for a well organised and enjoyable race“
- a mention on Mud, Sweat and Tears
Here are the NFR Championship races for 2014 (pdf) as selected by Frank Shillitoe and Paul Hainsworth. See also What’s On page for further info
Carnethy 5: report from Dave Johnson
Seven NFRs took part in this year’s Carnethy 5 Hill Race. The weather was uniformly miserable that morning but the forecast was spot on and shortly before the start the rain stopped and we even had a bit of sunshine. From the comfort of the bus the snow sprinkled hills looked lovely, but once outside a cold brisk wind served as a reminder that snow on the ground does not necessarily equate to tropical temperatures. I for one, was soon wishing they would bring forward the starting time. Continue reading
“Well done to Peter Reed and Geoff Davis who identified that the waterfall is Taylorgill Force in Borrowdale. They can claim a free drink at the annual dinner. As they are both staunch tee-totallers, I will have the lemonades set up for them on arrival.” - John Duff
(see below for photo)
A report from Dexter with a salutary lesson for all! (with addendum from Melanie Williams):
Blake’s Heaven 5 miles; 1,650ft 25th January 2014
“Blake’s Heaven”? That sounds enjoyable. Let’s give it a go, I thought. After all, there aren’t many races to choose from in January.
It seems I wasn’t the only one from the club with a similar thought, as Melanie Curtis-Williams unexpectedly appeared on the start line too.
The race starts from Lamplugh in the western Lakes, around the Loweswater area. It wasn’t an unduly cold day, around 7 degrees on the car thermometer, but the wind was very blustery, so the clothing choice was a bit tricky. There was a horrendous shower on arrival, but that passed. I opted for a short-sleeved Helly under my vest, and my usual race attire of shorts. Continue reading
Photo Competition from John Duff: “Here is a photo of John Telfer on one of the rare occasions when it was not raining at the weekend. Can any member of NFR name the waterfall in the background? A free drink, which can only be claimed at the annual dinner, awaits the first three correct answers. Please send your answers to john@johnduff.co.uk”
Photo: John D