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FUN Duathlon Results

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Well, the weather held for the duration of the event and I think we can safely say that all those involved had a most enjoyable morning.

Strain and stress were not on the agenda as our very relaxed group of competitors took on a 5 mile run followed by a 10 mile bike ride. Gentlemanly agreements were in effect as four entrants crossed the line together to collect their delicious biscuits, supplied by the very talented Becky Davies.

Click the pic on the left to 'embiggen' the results, and the picture on the right for the Flickr feed.

And now a word from our sponsor:

Many thanks to Alan Lewis and Gavin Jones for minding the bikes and timekeeping today. Also to Becky and Lucy for supplying home baked biscuits and mince pies which were quickly devoured at the finish line.
The weather was brilliant for this event and I've had good feedback from everyone that participated, Photo shows us all in good spirits at the start line with just a 5 mile run and 10 mile bike ride separating us from said tempting biscuits and mince pies. Photo album will shortly be posted on Wye Valley Web Site flickr link.

Alan will kindly post event results. Just need to put finishing touches to my fancy dress costume for Wed night!!

Muddy Woody confirmed entries (as over Dec 15th)

All set for 2012, but will you be at the start for 2013?The latest confirmed list of entries for the Muddy Woody is now available.

At thr current rate the event will be fully subscribed by early January at the latest, so if you would still like to enter please do so in the the next week.

Click the picture on the left for the entry list

Marshals required for forthcoming events

With our first event of 2013 a little over 2 weeks away the club are looking for volunteers to marshal at our forthcoming races.

As usual there is a list on the Wye Valley board at the Rowing Club. Alternatively you may register your interest on the new Marshals page of the website. Just follow the link below.

Marshals page

More details will be posted closer to each event, but your fantastic support is greatly appreciated by the club :)

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Midland XC Championship 2013

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The annual Midland XC Championship will be run on January 26th at Stafford Common.

If anyone is interested in participating please speak to Bousty, or use the contact form on our Membership & Contact page, by January 1st (ie New Years Day 10K).

The 2012 event was extremely enjoyable, and I highly recommend tagging along if you haven't been before. Although all levels of ability compete it allows you to experience running against the best the Midlands has to offer.

Christmas fancy dress run

Next Wednesday will see our annual fancy dress run through Hereford.

Mike Shaw has kindly posted the details on the Facebook page but here are his words replicated for you pleasure!

The Wye Valley Runners panto season starts with the annual fancy dress run on Wed 19th Dec just 3 days before the club Xmas Party. Unfortunately I will not be able to perform my highly anticipated Jive & Swing demonstration because I've now got to stand in for Craig on strictly!!

The fancy dress run by popular request will involve the usual pilgrimage to Chippy's. As you know we've not been blessed with good weather for the last two years but I'm sure it will be third time lucky. There will be the usual covetted prize for best costume and to ensure there is no undue bias we have put Merv in charge of judging. If you come as a farm animal your sure to win!!!

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Various festive club events

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With Xmas approaching in double quick time there are several club events on the horizon:

  1. There will be a FUN festive Duathon for club members on December 16th. This is not a race more a club social get together to start the Xmas festivities so bring along Santa Hats, Mince Pies, Crackers etc.
     
    The long range weather forecast for Sunday looks good and we are planning to start at 10am from the Rowing Club. The course will be run the Great Westen Way cycle path loop course 5 miles and then cycle the Breinton 10 mile course.

    A number of you have asked whether it is possible for one of you to just run and handover to a partner who is cycling, the answer is yes. Also photos of our more glamorous members are permitted!!
    We need one or two volunteers to look after the bikes during the run so if you can help it would be much appreciated

    (Words stolen from Mike Shaw's Facebook post!)
  2. Christmas Eve - for the lucky folk who do not have to work that day - a last 2012 trot up to the Trig (subject to ice/floods). Meet at Rowing Club at 9.00 am. The wearing of Santa hats is encouraged.
  3. Sunday 30 December - The Wye Valley Runners traditional Marcle Ridge run (approx 10 miles off road). Meet Haugh Woods top car park at 9.00 am. Festive snacks will be available to all who sucessfuly complete the course.
  4. There will be a Muddy Woody practice Sunday run in January. Date to be confirmed.

Santa Run on Sunday 9th December

At a loose end on Sunday morning? Fancy watching a few of our club members waddle round a 10k run dressed as Santa Claus?

Then we need you for a hour or so to help marshal the event. Annie Ransome still needs a couple more volunteers to make sure the course is well staffed, and ensure the safety of the competitors.

If you think you can help out there is a list on the club wall at the Rowing Club, you can email Annie via annie.ransome@concern-universal.org, or speak to me and I'll pass on your details.

It's for a great cause, and any help would be brilliant!!!

Wye Valley Christmas Curry evening

Forget the running, forget New Year's Eve, the real event of the Xmas period will take place on Friday 28th December at 8pm.

Brian Symonds has once again arranged a club outting to the Taste Of Raj for a delicious indian meal. If you are interested in attending please put your name on the list which will be available at the Rowing Club from this week. However, due to the size of the restuarant it is recommended that you get your names down early to avoid disappointment.

There is also tell of continued drinking at the Barrels afterwards. Although I find this hard to believe as all our members are tea total, and dedicated to their training.

Fforest Fields XC results & photos (UPDATED)

Updated: Now with added Frosty 5 !!!

Sam Clarke, Neil Marshman and Sue Sherwood have yet to be issued handicaps. A revised set of results will be posted to account for this

The votes are in, and the lines are closed... so without further ado here are the Fforest Field XC results...

Fforest Fields XC results (Team, Men & Women)

Frosty 5 series after 3 races (Fforest Fields XC and current standing)

Mike Shaw has also posted a selection of photos on flickr. Follow the link below to view the shots.

Click the picture above to see Fforest Fields photos

 

Reminder: Fforest Fields XC

Fforest Fields courseA final reminder for Fforest Fields on Sunday...

Anyone who wishes to car pool, or follow someone who knows the route to the race, should be at the Rowing Club for a prompt 9am departure.

Don't forget there is the option of a shower post race but please be forward thinking with regard to not taking XC shoes, and extremely muddy kit, into the facilities.

See you all on Sunday morning!!!

Fforest Fields route

Fforest Fields directions

 

Nov/Dec update from Dave

Wednesday 28 November - Torch run

An opportunity to run away from the busy streets as we plan to run the 5 mile time trial route by torchlight. We will start from the Rowing Club as usual at 6.15 PM, so please bring a torch if you would like to join in. For those who prefer, there will also be the option of a regular city streets run.

Sunday 2 December - Cross Country League: Fforest Fields

Details of the venue and course are attached. For those who would like to share transport, please meet at the Rowing Club ready to leave at 9.00 AM.

We have been advised that showers at the nearby campsite will be available for runners to use after the race. If you use the showers then please remove muddy shoes before entering the shower block.

Monday 3 December - London Marathon draw

Taking place at 7.30 PM in the Rowing Club bar.

You will need to meet the following criteria in order to take part in the ballot:

  1. You have been a paid member of the club for a year or more
  2. You did not receive a place through the club draw last year
  3. You have proof that you have entered the race and been rejected

Please note that you also need to be present in person at the draw or have someone else present to represent you.

Christmas party

Details of pick-up points for the coach transport can be found on the club website where you can also book your pick-up. If you intend to use the coach then please make payment to Gail when paying for the meal.

Race entries

We have received nearly 150 Muddy Woody entries within two weeks of the forms being available. With an entry limit of 350, please don't delay if you want to take part. It also makes our jobs much easier if you can pre-enter the New Year's Day 10K and there is also a £4 saving compared to entering on the day.

Christmas activities

We will be arranging various events to take place during the festive season, so please check the website for further details.

All the best.

Dave

 

Fforest Fields information

Mike B has forwarded us a titbit of information regarding next Sunday's cross country. Some of you may find this extremely welcome!

Mike Speake (Builth & District R.C.) is the Race Director for the next XC League event to be held at Fforest Fields next Sunday. He has held talks with the Barstow family (the owners of the camp site) and they have generously agreed to allow the runners to use the newly built shower and toilet facilities on the premises. Their only request is that the runners do not enter the new building wearing spikes or muddy footwear.
Please pass on this information to your runners and, if they would like a more civilised departure after a XC race, they need to bring along a towel and travel home fresh and clean (and possibly exhausted !). Things are much more refined on the western side of the border.
Hot drinks etc. will be available.
 
Many thanks to the Barstow family for their kindness, co-operation and hospitality in allowing us to run one of our league races on their premises. Many thanks , also, to Builth & District R.C. for all their hard work in organising this event.
 
See you there.
 
Mike B.

Xmas Party Pick Route & Booking

Andy Blackman has now confirmed the pick up points and times for the Xmas Party transport.

If you are travelling to Wye Leisure on the bus please visit our new Social Events section, and choose your collection point using the form at the bottom of the page. There is also a link to an interactive Google map if you want to see a more specific representation of the route.

Click here to grab your place now !!!!!

New open blog page is live!

Our latest web page has tonight gone live.

It is intended to be an open forum for any running related news stories, inside or outside of the club. Ranging from kit reviews, new routes you've discovered, race reports, etc. anything goes within this area.

So, if you have anything you would like to post, see an amusing story on the web, anything at all really, just let me know. I will then utilise the wonders of modern technology to pass it into the conciousness of the Wye Valley masses.

I look forward to your suggestions!

Click here to visit the new page.

Congratulations to Sophia & Ricardo

It is my great pleasure to let everyone know that Sophia & Ricardo are the proud parents of little girl Luisa.

Sophia emailed Mike late last week, and had the following to tell us:

Baby girl Luísa was born at 1pm on the 8th of November ! She weighted about 3.1kg (6.8pounds), after a short stay in the hospital we are both well and at home now. 
 
I will take her down to the club upon my return to the UK before the new year
 

Love 
Sofia
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Fforest Fields XC details

The next XC is just around the corner so no better time than the present to let you have the details.

The attached maps give the directions. Further info will be posted closer to the event.

Fforest Fields route

Fforest Fields directions

Wye Valley Runners