Tot Momento Selected for Breinton 10

This year the momento for finishing the Breinton 10 will be a Tot glass bearing race name and apple design. If these are well received we will change the apple design in each subsequent year. We are giving the race a apple theme because Breinton is well known for it's apple orchards.
Harry Franklin is kindly hand carving apple themed trophies for the winning male and female.
 

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Darren's Dash is upon us.. are you ready for the beast?

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Click to visit event pageThere are only a few days to go until Darren's Dash 2013.

To call it a testing little run would be an understatement, and those who persevere will certainly know they've been for a run!... this race is a must if you have never done it before.

Entry on the day is available, and hopefully the weather will brighten for the weekend... and, as is usual for races in Herefordshire, the post run cake makes it all worth while. 

Click the pic to visit the event page, and download your entry form now.

Kinnersley XC details

Click to download the race detailsCourtesy of Mike Blenkinsop we now have the pre reace details for the forthcoming Kinnersley XC,

Further details are included in the pdf, so click the pic to download the file. However, there are a few extras points to note:

  • Please do not use the included postcode for your GPS as it will send you to the wrong place.
  • Remember that the race venue is a working farm and strict safety regulations apply. Please keep away from all farm equipment and listen carefully to the safety warnings that will be announced by the race organiser.

See you all in the orchards!!! 

Swansea Bay 10k

We are for the eigth consecutive year looking to organise a coach trip to the Swansea Bay 10k followed by the now customary meal at the Bar Gallois. The running club subsidise the cost of coach and fees are usually held at £5 per person. Last year the three course meal cost £13,
The race itself will be held on 22nd Sept. It's an ideal opportunity to race on a very flat course in a field of 3000/4000 runners. The race usually attracts elite kenyan runners.
You can enter the race on line using the Swansea Bay 10k web site.
We will place a poster on the notice board in the next few days to ascertain the level of interest this year.
This really is a good value day out with the running club and last year 13 club pb's were recorded on this course.

Fownhope Alternative Run - Monday 17th June

There will be an alternative run organised by Ian Matthews on Monday 17th June starting from Fownhope Football Ground at 6.15pm. Ian says to be aware that there is currently a lot of deep grass on the course so it will be heavy going in places.
This run also provides an opportunity to trial the new Gord's 6 course with the race itself scheduled for Sat 13th July.
All proceeds from the Gord's 6 race go to local charities and this year the nominated charity is Hereford Haven Breast Cancer a truly worthwhile cause so please try to support the race by participating or marshaling. Paul Bouston is the principal race organiser.
There will also be the usual club run from the Rowing Club at 6.15pm for those that prefer not to travel.

Summer Races

A really busy program of races coming up so plenty to keep our race addicts occupied. On Wed we have the final race in the Couriers 5K series , Sun 16th Darren's Dash, Wed 26th Kinnersley XC, Sun 30th Hereford Tri at Lucton School, Wed July 10th Westhope XC, Sat July 13th Gord's 6 new Fownhope Course, Wed 24th Shobdon 6 XC.
The Super 8 Club Championship series is proving very popular again this year and you need to complete at least 8 of the 13 nominated races to qualify. Your eight best scores only will count to your final league position. Races left in the series include Darren's Dash, Gord's 6, Credendill Canter, Breinton 10 and all the Summer XC races.
If you are not planning to race the club organised races ie Gord's 6 & Breinton 10 we are always looking for volunteers to help with marshal duty

Super 8 series after Race 6

Click to download current placingsOnly two more races to go before the totals start to count for real!.....

In the meantime there's been a lot of movement after a week of The Magic Roundabout and the Aconbury XC.

Sitting a top the leaderboard in the ladies is Nikki Tyler who has, to date, amassed a total of 283 points. Closing in after a couple of superb performances is Becky Davies. Three straight 50 point scores have put her on 248 points. In the final placing spot is Laura Tootell on 242 points. Consistant scoring will certainly see her in the mix come the final stages of the competition.

In the mens event Luke Mason still leads on 248 points. However, John Pullen has closed the gap to just 1 point. These two will most likely face off for first and second respectively... or could a dark horse crash the party? In third is Craig Rees with 231 points. If he can continue to perform consistantly bronze could well be in his grasp.

Next up.... Darren's Dash... this one will sort the pack out!!

Aconbury XC (Updated with results)

Click to download resultsMany thanks to Mervyn and Bousty who put in a tremendous amount of work to make this race possible. Many thanks also to Mike Blenko and Clyve for officiating. What a tough fantastic scenic course which is my particular favourite on the XC circuit. This year we were also treated to a bluebell extravaganza. Special thanks also to all the marshals who help make this event possible. It was another  incredible turnout.
 

Wheelie Big Cycle

Wheelie Big Cycle: St Michael's Hospice are organising a cycle ride on Sunday 21st July 2013 which starts from Hereford Livestock Market Roman Road. You can choose from 16,32 or 60 mile circular routes. Start times are 9-9.30 - 60 miles, 9.30-9.45 - 32miles & 10.00-10.15 - 16 miles. There will be water stations on all routes and an opportunity to picnic in the Garnons Estate. Entry Fee is £17 or £20 on day.
For more details and route maps see www.st-michaels-hospice.org.uk, click fundraising and then events. Scan down events to Big Wheelie.
There are also events for children and families.

 

Summer XC League

The Summer XC League is a series of 4 evening races start time 7.15pm, Aconbury -June 5th,  Kinnersley June 26th, Westhope July 10th and Shobdon July 24th.

The competition sees a high turn-out from clubs around Herefordshire and is run over some brilliant courses. Race distances are normally between 5 and 7 miles and both the men and ladies run the same distance.

The races are open to all club members and there is no entry fee. There is usually the possibility of car pooling from the Rowing Club on the evening of the race.

In order to enter  the series please contact our Cross Country Captain Paul Bouston to register and allocate a race number. It really helps Paul if he can allocate as many numbers as possible in advance of the Aconbury fixture because he is also busy with course marking duty on the night of the race. Paul is available to allocate numbers most club nights. .

The Aconbury fixture  is organised by Wye Valley Runners and we are always  looking for volunteers to help with course marshaling or other duties on the night.

It is a XC league rule that you must wear a club vest. If you do not have a club vest please contact Paul Bouston or Les Chamberlain. If you forget to bring your club vest please see Paul or Les on the night as they usually have some spares. 

Please enjoy the series, all the races are  included in the Super 8 Summer Club Championships

 

Club Sports

Just a reminder that on Tuesday 4th June Club Sports will be open from 5.30 to 7.30pm for Wye Valley Runners members only and will offer discounts of up to 25% on running kit. Please take advantage of this opportunity.
Many thanks to Les Chamberlain for organising.
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Super 8 series after 4 races

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Now we get down to business.....

Over the next few weeks the races will be coming thick and fast, and this will see the possibility of largeClick to download current positions changes to the current positions.

Currently Nikki Tyler heads the ladies competition with 187 points. Hot on her heels is the ever present Lynne Compton (176 points) for whom the term consistency seems most apt. The final podium spot is occupied by Becky Davies (148 points) who considerably boosted her score with third place overall at yesterday's Crocodile 8.

Meanwhile, Luke Mason continues to dominate the mens competition at the moment. Dropping only 1 point over the first four races sits him comfortably in firts place. Hedd Jones (158 points) and Craig Rees (150 points) complete the top 3. Strong and steady performances have given them well deserved placings over the first four events.

Up next... The Magic Roundabout on Sunday, and a race that I highly recommend if you've never entered it before.

Catch you next weekend with the latest Super 8 update.  

Apologies from Simon :(

A message from Simon Oliver:

Please could you put an apology on the club site from me over the lack of an alternative run on Monday.

First of all I had it in my diary as some one else's night. The main reason I did not come down was I had had a bit of an adventure in The Black Mountains over the Wend with my dog (Archie ) , who decided to go off on his own little adventure on Saturday lunchtime and was not back in harness till Sunday afternoon .

I walked something like 30k with family and friends trying to find him. I don't know if you are a pet person but the anxiety this created was considerable.

Thank you and see you soon.
Simon

Yes Simon, I think there are a few of us who can relate to the anxiety that our furry little friends can cause!!! However, he's back safe and sound, and that's what matters.....

Ross River Run invitation

Click to download detailsThis one was brought to my attention by Gavin during our event last week.

In August, over the Bank Holiday weekend, our friends in Ross will be arranging a run from Monmouth to Ross, and they have sent out a general invite to other runners. This will not be a formal race as it is intended to generate feedback and interest, which may in turn lead to the event becoming an actual race.

If anyone is interested in a long trail run that offers something a little different to our normal routes please contact Andrew Person at the email address within the attached document. Alternatively, let Alan know if you're interested and he will feedback to Andrew. Once again, this is just a 'toe in the water' run so club kit will not be necessary.

Wye Valley Handicap Stakes Results

Based on your feedback it seems that the Wye Valley Handicap Stakes was a great success. There was a lot of speculation on the tow path as to who would finish first. Sheridan and Michelle held onto their  lead all the way to the tow path. Sheridan who suffered a bad knee injury at Dinedor last year which she thought had ended her running career managed to find a finishing spurt to take first place. Sandrine Gorin continues to put in strong performances finishing 3rd lady overall.

C hris Head shattered his pb to win the men’s race. Andrew Blackman  put in a great performance to finish second and Mark Killeen madCe significant progress through the field to finish 3rd.

 There were many good performances on the night with the majority of runners improving on their Summer 10 k times which is a little surprising as you would think that times would be better in a normal race situation.

There was a 7 min spread between the first and last runner and just 3 min’s  separated the last 17 runners.

Results are displayed in finishing order, Summer 10k times where available are shown in  brackets:

1.Sheridan Butterfield  57.18 (63.03); 2.Michelle Williams 57.23; 3. Chris Head 44.53; 4. Andrew Blackman 45.46; 5. Mark Killeen 42.54;, 6. Paul Kemp 44.03 (45.30); 7. Antony Evans  48.17; 8. Craig Rees 43.46 (44.56) ;9. Steven Flowers 38.49 (39.52); 10. Sam Clark 44.15 ;11. Kevin Artus 41.21 (42.09) ;12.Sandrine Gorin 45.28(45.32); 13. Ralph Lloyd 47.28 ;14. Laura Tootell 44.44 (45.07); 15 Diane Rowlands 53.45 (54.16) ;16 Tristan Edwards 47.53 (47.38); 17 Ward Linney 41.57 (42.16) ;;18 Jan Edwards 49.10 (49.15); 19. Lynne Compton 49.23 (49.50) ;20. Jamie Griffiths 42.25 ;, 21 Nikki Tyler 46.27 (45.37);, 22 Paula Ferris 49.57; 23 Greg Wood 37.11 (36.21)

Photos have been posted on flickr just click the link provided on the web site. I’m not sure I like the new format but you can access the pictures by clicking on Chris Heads photo top left.

 

 

Herefordshire Sprint Triathlon

The annual Herefordshire Sprint Triathlon takes place at Lucton School near Leominster on Sunday June 30th. A great event for beginners or people who are looking for an old-fashioned super sprint. Entries at www.entrycentral.com
If you don't fancy doing the swim or bike the organisers accept relay entries. 
The 400 yd 16 length swim is in Lucton School Pool, the bike ride is 10 miles of undulating road around a loop course taking in Yarpole. The 3 mile run is a testing undulating course on country lanes.   

Wye Valley Runners