Claire McDaid set herself the challange this year to run two half marathons in three weeks. On 12th September she completed the Bristol half in a time of 2:05:06 and chalked up a PB at the Run to the Beat half in London on 26th September. Claire's time, 2:01:48.
Well done Claire.
Wednesday, 29 September 2010
Monday, 20 September 2010
It's Great Up North
The biggest half marathon in the world was well attended by a crew of Northampton Road Runners on Sunday 19th September. Whilst 26 club members were battling around the tough local Cransley Hospice Races, eight more were well into the crowded streets of Tyne & Wear.
Tom Sullivan was the first to reach the finish line at South Shields in an impressive time of 1:48:49. Mary Kingsnorth also made good time for the Red Arrows display coming home in 1:55:39. New member Wendy Parker finished in an impressive 2:00:32. Mark Glenn enjoyed the spectacle and finished in2:19:52 and Keren Irving finished in 2:40:38. Charity costume runners Patrick (Spike) Breyden and Alan Hackett came home in 2:45:47 and 3.25.05 respectively. Linda Johnson and Tina Archer stuck together and supported each other to a 3.27.13 finish.
Great North Run
Tom Sullivan 1:48:49
Mary Kingsnorth 1:55:39
Wendy Parker 2:00:29
Mark Glenn 2:19:52
Keren Irving 2:40:38
Patrick Breydin 2:45:47
Alan Hackett 3:25:05
Linda Johnson 3:27:13
Tina Archer 3:27:13
Tom Sullivan was the first to reach the finish line at South Shields in an impressive time of 1:48:49. Mary Kingsnorth also made good time for the Red Arrows display coming home in 1:55:39. New member Wendy Parker finished in an impressive 2:00:32. Mark Glenn enjoyed the spectacle and finished in2:19:52 and Keren Irving finished in 2:40:38. Charity costume runners Patrick (Spike) Breyden and Alan Hackett came home in 2:45:47 and 3.25.05 respectively. Linda Johnson and Tina Archer stuck together and supported each other to a 3.27.13 finish.
Great North Run
Tom Sullivan 1:48:49
Mary Kingsnorth 1:55:39
Wendy Parker 2:00:29
Mark Glenn 2:19:52
Keren Irving 2:40:38
Patrick Breydin 2:45:47
Alan Hackett 3:25:05
Linda Johnson 3:27:13
Tina Archer 3:27:13
High Achievers At Cransley
Northampton Road Runners turned out in force at the Cransley Hospice Road Race on Sunday 19th September. This popular event offers a 10K and a half marathon challenge over a scenic undulating route from Cranford. The half takes a detour through Grafton Underwood towards Brigstock and back. For this years event, runners were treated to cooler conditions than previous years but a strong headwind in the second half of the race meant for a tough finish.
Over the half distance, Gary McDaniels recorded an impressive 16th place finish overall with a time of 1:25:37. Only one place behind was Lynton Dawson in 1:26:15. Maree Jesson scooped another award, second lady finisher crossing the line in 1:30:54.
The second star of the show was Mark Garrett in 1:31:02 finishing second in his category (M50+). Completing a hatrick of awards was Steph Russell who smashed her PB to finish in 1:31:56 and take the 3rd lady accolade.
Next home was Ronnie Ambrose, who recorded his best time on this course with 1:37:16 and Mark Kennedy also achieved a similar feat with a course best of 1:41:08.
Richard Franks was next to finish in 1:50:22 only seconds ahead of Mick Clarke in 1:50:43. Dave Blackburn crossed the line in 1:53:17 and Helen Blackburn came home in2:24:41 to complete the half runners.
Seven ladies took up the 10k challenge with Jo Windrum first home in 45:55. Ruth Court crossed the line in 47:19 and Sue White recorded a 50:42 finish. Jo Lee helped her Duston Triathlon preparations with a time of 52:30 and Pauline Horne finished in 58:08. Jane Cosby and Sally Garrett completed an excellent NRR turnout with time of 1:03:49 and 1:09:01 respectively.
Cransley Hospice 10k
61 Jo Windrum 45.55
78 Ruth Court 47.19
109 Sue White 50.42
136 Jo Lee 52.30
216 Pauline Horne 58.08
272 Jane Cosby 1.03.49
321 Sally Garrett 1.09.01
Cransley Hospice Half Marathon
16 Gary McDaniels 1.25.37
17 Lynton Dawson 1.26.15
25 Maree Jesson 1.30.54 2nd Lady
26 Mark Garrett 1.31.02 2nd M50+
29 Steph Russell 1.31.56 3rd Lady
42 Ronnie Ambrose 1.37.16
60 Mark Kennedy 1.41.08
92 Richard Franks 1.50.22
93 Mick clarke 1.50.43
104 Dave Blackburn 1.53.17
173 Helen Blackburn 2.24.41
Over the half distance, Gary McDaniels recorded an impressive 16th place finish overall with a time of 1:25:37. Only one place behind was Lynton Dawson in 1:26:15. Maree Jesson scooped another award, second lady finisher crossing the line in 1:30:54.
The second star of the show was Mark Garrett in 1:31:02 finishing second in his category (M50+). Completing a hatrick of awards was Steph Russell who smashed her PB to finish in 1:31:56 and take the 3rd lady accolade.
Next home was Ronnie Ambrose, who recorded his best time on this course with 1:37:16 and Mark Kennedy also achieved a similar feat with a course best of 1:41:08.
Richard Franks was next to finish in 1:50:22 only seconds ahead of Mick Clarke in 1:50:43. Dave Blackburn crossed the line in 1:53:17 and Helen Blackburn came home in2:24:41 to complete the half runners.
Seven ladies took up the 10k challenge with Jo Windrum first home in 45:55. Ruth Court crossed the line in 47:19 and Sue White recorded a 50:42 finish. Jo Lee helped her Duston Triathlon preparations with a time of 52:30 and Pauline Horne finished in 58:08. Jane Cosby and Sally Garrett completed an excellent NRR turnout with time of 1:03:49 and 1:09:01 respectively.
Cransley Hospice 10k
61 Jo Windrum 45.55
78 Ruth Court 47.19
109 Sue White 50.42
136 Jo Lee 52.30
216 Pauline Horne 58.08
272 Jane Cosby 1.03.49
321 Sally Garrett 1.09.01
Cransley Hospice Half Marathon
16 Gary McDaniels 1.25.37
17 Lynton Dawson 1.26.15
25 Maree Jesson 1.30.54 2nd Lady
26 Mark Garrett 1.31.02 2nd M50+
29 Steph Russell 1.31.56 3rd Lady
42 Ronnie Ambrose 1.37.16
60 Mark Kennedy 1.41.08
92 Richard Franks 1.50.22
93 Mick clarke 1.50.43
104 Dave Blackburn 1.53.17
173 Helen Blackburn 2.24.41
Thursday, 16 September 2010
Dunstable Challenge (Downs Also Go Up...)
A handful of a mad NRR runners made their way to Dunstable on Sunday 12th September for the Dunstable Challenge. The "Challange" consisted of a half marathon, a 20 mile race or a full marathon but their was only one catch, you must run armed with a map. The route began up an energy sapping hill before taking in some breath-taking scenery from the top of the Downs (the climb was worth it). About every type of terrain was covered from grass, footpaths, mud, road, trail and even a ploughed field. Only a water crossing was missing!
It certianly wasn't a PB course but there was a genuine buzz at the finish with many runners swapping stories over a rolls and a cake. This race comes highly recomended to runners who fancy something different and the entry fee was a bargain at £8.
To the performences and four runners completed the 20 mile challenge; Maree Jesson contunied her great recent form with a 12th place finish and a time of 2:43:56 although her running skills are certainly better than her map reading, she clocked up 21.5 miles. Mark Garrett was the 2nd MV50 and 19th overall in a time of 2:53:05 only seconds ahead of Geoff Smith in 2:53:25. Ronnie Ambrose came home in 3:12:18.
Mark Kennedy opted for his favourite distance of a half marathon and was pleased with a 1:53:15 finish and a placing of 13th overall.
20 mile results
12 284 02:43:56 Maree Jesson
19 296 02:53:05 Mark Garrett
21 314 02:53:25 Geoff Smith
29 331 03:12:18 Ronnie Ambrose
107 runners
Half marathon result
13 469 01:53:15 Mark Kennedy
104 runners
Keith's Budapest Tri Report
A little while ago you may remember that NRR donated funds to member Keith Jellyman to go towards equipment for his triathlon ventures. Here is Keith's latest update on his success...
All home and dry now. The sprint race which I was in was a 750m swim, 20k bike and a flat out 5k mad sprint along the embankment of the Danube, and then across one of the main bridges over into the finish.
What a race despite the truly abysmal weather conditions. Torrential rain almost everyday! I completed in a time of 1:09:18, which puts me 29th in my age category out of 46, and around 200 or something out of 500 overall. The winner came in on a time of 58:36. Pleased with my time definitely although I should really have been a couple of minutes faster on the run, but my stomach was playing up. I think I drank too much water on the bike haha never mind. Hopefully next year I can try and get my time below 1:05, certainly some time to be knocked off from my swim too.
What can I say briefly, well my parents and I arrived down at the race centre at 5:30am when it was still dark and tipping it down. My wave started off at 7:15. Talk about a flying start made by many, couldn't believe it, within the first few seconds I was already a couple of metres behind. The swim otherwise was a loop pretty much of a small harbour. Then it was a mad dash up a little beach to the transition, which might as well have been a bog pretty much.
Bike leg I felt I was flying, new bike working a treat. The course was dead pan flat, so it was a true test of speed. I think I maintained about 24mph average, so pleased to bits.
The run was probably the most thrilling part, although I could have done without the bloated stomach. An almost flat out sprint all the way up the embankment, quite gruelling due to the company. It was a Mexican looking chap in front leading the way, and hot on my tail another GB athlete, and hot on his tail a pesky Irish individual. A real good race all the way up, but sadly pipped at the post, but still very pleased, but less water next time!
Also one medal and fourth place was picked up by the Northants Tri Club. Stacey Penn got a bronze in her age group with a time of 1:08:08, and Paul Jennings came in fourth in his with a time of 1:04:05.
Keith
All home and dry now. The sprint race which I was in was a 750m swim, 20k bike and a flat out 5k mad sprint along the embankment of the Danube, and then across one of the main bridges over into the finish.
What a race despite the truly abysmal weather conditions. Torrential rain almost everyday! I completed in a time of 1:09:18, which puts me 29th in my age category out of 46, and around 200 or something out of 500 overall. The winner came in on a time of 58:36. Pleased with my time definitely although I should really have been a couple of minutes faster on the run, but my stomach was playing up. I think I drank too much water on the bike haha never mind. Hopefully next year I can try and get my time below 1:05, certainly some time to be knocked off from my swim too.
What can I say briefly, well my parents and I arrived down at the race centre at 5:30am when it was still dark and tipping it down. My wave started off at 7:15. Talk about a flying start made by many, couldn't believe it, within the first few seconds I was already a couple of metres behind. The swim otherwise was a loop pretty much of a small harbour. Then it was a mad dash up a little beach to the transition, which might as well have been a bog pretty much.
Bike leg I felt I was flying, new bike working a treat. The course was dead pan flat, so it was a true test of speed. I think I maintained about 24mph average, so pleased to bits.
The run was probably the most thrilling part, although I could have done without the bloated stomach. An almost flat out sprint all the way up the embankment, quite gruelling due to the company. It was a Mexican looking chap in front leading the way, and hot on my tail another GB athlete, and hot on his tail a pesky Irish individual. A real good race all the way up, but sadly pipped at the post, but still very pleased, but less water next time!
Also one medal and fourth place was picked up by the Northants Tri Club. Stacey Penn got a bronze in her age group with a time of 1:08:08, and Paul Jennings came in fourth in his with a time of 1:04:05.
Keith
Friday, 10 September 2010
Maree ends the season winning her first ever Duathlon...
The final race of the 2010 Silverstone Duathlon Series came to a climax on Tuesday September 7th.
Hosted, at the marvellous Porsche Experience Centre competitors completed 2 laps of the Porsche Circuits running, 3 laps of the full Silverstone Grand Prix track on the bike and repeated the first run again to give an approximate 2 mile / 11 mile / 2 mile route.
Maree Jesson was the only lady under 1 hour winning in a time of 59.54, another amazing PB. Rumour has it that Maree is spending more time training with the boys on their bikes than she is on her running lately... Clearly she is reaping the rewards!
Hosted, at the marvellous Porsche Experience Centre competitors completed 2 laps of the Porsche Circuits running, 3 laps of the full Silverstone Grand Prix track on the bike and repeated the first run again to give an approximate 2 mile / 11 mile / 2 mile route.
Maree Jesson was the only lady under 1 hour winning in a time of 59.54, another amazing PB. Rumour has it that Maree is spending more time training with the boys on their bikes than she is on her running lately... Clearly she is reaping the rewards!
A bit of a beast...
Finally the NRR on tour crew completed Poole ACs The "Beast", am off-road half marathon.
Mark Garrett finished the race which is beast by nature too, in a time of 1:43:49. Where there's an off road, you guarantee that Geoff is there, Geoff Smith finished in 1:48:05. Another off roadie fan, Ronnie Ambrose completed the challenge in 1:52:17.
61 Mark Garrett 1:43:49
64 Rich the Ambulance 1:44:08 (on loan to NRR as tour guide)
91 Geoff Smiffffff 1:48:05
120 Ronnie Ambrose 1:52:17
A tough race with fantastic sea views, a must for the off-road fans.
Mark Garrett finished the race which is beast by nature too, in a time of 1:43:49. Where there's an off road, you guarantee that Geoff is there, Geoff Smith finished in 1:48:05. Another off roadie fan, Ronnie Ambrose completed the challenge in 1:52:17.
61 Mark Garrett 1:43:49
64 Rich the Ambulance 1:44:08 (on loan to NRR as tour guide)
91 Geoff Smiffffff 1:48:05
120 Ronnie Ambrose 1:52:17
A tough race with fantastic sea views, a must for the off-road fans.
Bristol Half...
Maree Jesson was also in action on 5th September finishing 9th lady vet at the Bristol Half Marathon in a time of 1:29:07.
407th Maree Jesson 1:29:07 35th lady, 9th vet lady
407th Maree Jesson 1:29:07 35th lady, 9th vet lady
Running for the skies...
Whilst some were at Bedford, others were at Billing for the annual Air Ambulance Fun Run. No times are recorded but the following runners participated in the 10K;
Chris Ford
Sue Thompson
Nigel Osborne
There were a couple who decided on doing one lap of the course and they were;
Lynton Dawson - 18 mins
Mark Kennedy - 20:02
This is a great event and raises a good amounnt for the Warwickshire and Northampton Air Ambulance.
Chris Ford
Sue Thompson
Nigel Osborne
There were a couple who decided on doing one lap of the course and they were;
Lynton Dawson - 18 mins
Mark Kennedy - 20:02
This is a great event and raises a good amounnt for the Warwickshire and Northampton Air Ambulance.
Bedford Harriers 10K - 5th September
The 5th September was a big race day with NRR runners taking part in races here there and everywhere...
A great pair attended the Bedford Harriers 10k both from different scales of the running spectrum, Mick Clarke who is, well, very experienced and Gemma Francis completed her first ever race for the club in a time of 56:20. Mick came home in 49:22 and was the 1st in his age category.
149 Mick Clarke 49:22 1st MV
228 Gemma Francis 56:20 1st race for club
A great pair attended the Bedford Harriers 10k both from different scales of the running spectrum, Mick Clarke who is, well, very experienced and Gemma Francis completed her first ever race for the club in a time of 56:20. Mick came home in 49:22 and was the 1st in his age category.
149 Mick Clarke 49:22 1st MV
228 Gemma Francis 56:20 1st race for club
Wednesday, 1 September 2010
Cross Country Dates...
The dates for this seasons cross country events are below if you want to put them in your diaries (or make a start on your list of excuses) :-
24th October 2010 - Stopsley Striders
14th November 2010 - Dunstable
28th November 2010 - Wootton
19th December 2010 - North Herts
23rd January 2011 - Team East Haddon
If you've never taken part in any of these races before, they are open to all club members, are normally around 5 miles long and are a fun(?) way to spend a Sunday morning.
Please check out www.northamptonroadrunners.co.uk/xcountry.html for more details.
24th October 2010 - Stopsley Striders
14th November 2010 - Dunstable
28th November 2010 - Wootton
19th December 2010 - North Herts
23rd January 2011 - Team East Haddon
If you've never taken part in any of these races before, they are open to all club members, are normally around 5 miles long and are a fun(?) way to spend a Sunday morning.
Please check out www.northamptonroadrunners.co.uk/xcountry.html for more details.
Moulton 10K Report...
2010 Moulton 10K Report
Sunday 29th August saw the 5th annual running of the Moulton 10K hosted by Northampton Road Runners. The unseasonable rain held off for 227 runners to complete this beautiful challenging countryside route that takes a journey from Moulton to Pitsford and back. The famous ford at Spectacle Lane took no victims this year though.
Mark Powell of Tipton Harriers won the race by over one minute in a time of 33:10. In second place was Andrew McKenna of Wellingborough and District in 34:11, who was also over a minute ahead of the next finisher. That 3rd place went to Corby’s Troy Garrity who crossed the line in 35:47.
Jo Pulsford of Rugby and Northampton, won the ladies race with a time of 40:52 and Northampton Road Runners’ very own Maree Jesson was second in 41:48. Third on the podium with a time of 42:49 was Elaine O’Sullivan of Wellingborough and District.
One of the stories of the day was the 24th place finish of Jordan Simmons, the15 year old of Rugby and Northampton finished the course in 39:54 and shows he is a star of the future.
Greg Spellman was the first veteran home, the Rugby and Northampton runner was 7th overall with a time of 36:55. Andy Pacey of Silson Joggers was a place behind both in the category and the race in 37:27.
Other local clubs were well represented at the race, Wootton’s leading runner on the day was Lee Berrill in 18th with a time of 38:33 and Davetry’s Keith Moreman was 26th overall in 40:33 and won the MV60 category. Kettering were lead home by Steve Giles in 38:13
For the home club, Northampton Road Runners, the ever impressive Lynton Dawson recorded a time of 38:41 and finished 19th overall. Hartley Hancock, fresh from his recent Ironman success, finished in 46:13 and Des McGrath broke the hour in 57:46.
Sunday 29th August saw the 5th annual running of the Moulton 10K hosted by Northampton Road Runners. The unseasonable rain held off for 227 runners to complete this beautiful challenging countryside route that takes a journey from Moulton to Pitsford and back. The famous ford at Spectacle Lane took no victims this year though.
Mark Powell of Tipton Harriers won the race by over one minute in a time of 33:10. In second place was Andrew McKenna of Wellingborough and District in 34:11, who was also over a minute ahead of the next finisher. That 3rd place went to Corby’s Troy Garrity who crossed the line in 35:47.
Jo Pulsford of Rugby and Northampton, won the ladies race with a time of 40:52 and Northampton Road Runners’ very own Maree Jesson was second in 41:48. Third on the podium with a time of 42:49 was Elaine O’Sullivan of Wellingborough and District.
One of the stories of the day was the 24th place finish of Jordan Simmons, the15 year old of Rugby and Northampton finished the course in 39:54 and shows he is a star of the future.
Greg Spellman was the first veteran home, the Rugby and Northampton runner was 7th overall with a time of 36:55. Andy Pacey of Silson Joggers was a place behind both in the category and the race in 37:27.
Other local clubs were well represented at the race, Wootton’s leading runner on the day was Lee Berrill in 18th with a time of 38:33 and Davetry’s Keith Moreman was 26th overall in 40:33 and won the MV60 category. Kettering were lead home by Steve Giles in 38:13
For the home club, Northampton Road Runners, the ever impressive Lynton Dawson recorded a time of 38:41 and finished 19th overall. Hartley Hancock, fresh from his recent Ironman success, finished in 46:13 and Des McGrath broke the hour in 57:46.
Tuesday, 31 August 2010
Moulton 10K - Thank You Everyone - A Huge Success!!!
Congratulations and thanks to everyone involved with our race.
Another huge success with loads of compliments for the friendly marshalls, helpful attitudes and for a really good race.
These were from runners and the NAA officials alike. Please thank any friends and family who also helped us.
Mark Garrett - Race Director
Another huge success with loads of compliments for the friendly marshalls, helpful attitudes and for a really good race.
These were from runners and the NAA officials alike. Please thank any friends and family who also helped us.
Mark Garrett - Race Director
Monday, 23 August 2010
Mary's Long Walk...
On Saturday 10th July 2010, Mary Davies fancied a challenge with a difference! At 1am (yes am) she set off with a group of nine to complete the Lyke Wake Walk which covered approx 40 miles. Out of the nine, only two finished including Mary, in 17 hours. Although she completed the mammoth challenge, Mary was a little disappointed not to get round the route a little quicker. "I would have liked to have completed it in 15 hours but for various reasons (like getting lost) it was not possible. The terrain varied from very steep inclines and descents, to flatish boggy marshland and barren moors which went on for ever."
Fell runners/runners were also taking part in this challenge which was well supported and with check points and drinks at stages across the 40 miles. Just a thought for the likes of Mick and Harley who may like to take part in next years race?
Fell runners/runners were also taking part in this challenge which was well supported and with check points and drinks at stages across the 40 miles. Just a thought for the likes of Mick and Harley who may like to take part in next years race?
Monday, 16 August 2010
Maree's at it again.... A hat-tick....
Belper Rugby Rover 30k Run Derbyshire 15 August
A Challenging multi terrain route starting and finishing at Belper Rugby Club. The route uses public footpaths, including parts of the Mid Shires Way & Derwent Valley Walk, bridle ways, Roman roads, minor roads, through ancient woodlands, offering far reaching views over the Derwent and Trent valley's.
In Maree’s quest to find hard, quirky races, she landed on a real gem here. This was hard as nails with pretty much everything going on. She was charged by a cow, fell and slid 10 yards on her knees through 8 inch thick mud, had to negotiate many stiles, gates, walls (got ankles stuck in one), managed some pretty tough climbs, negotiated some break-neck downhill sections and avoid the temptation to have a glass of wine after because, she was the driver home, her comrades took advantage as usual and had pints to their relieve pain!
Maree worked through the field she was 6th to start off with, in the last half mile from 4th to 3rd, a podium finish! A time of 2hr 30 and 22 secs.
A Challenging multi terrain route starting and finishing at Belper Rugby Club. The route uses public footpaths, including parts of the Mid Shires Way & Derwent Valley Walk, bridle ways, Roman roads, minor roads, through ancient woodlands, offering far reaching views over the Derwent and Trent valley's.
In Maree’s quest to find hard, quirky races, she landed on a real gem here. This was hard as nails with pretty much everything going on. She was charged by a cow, fell and slid 10 yards on her knees through 8 inch thick mud, had to negotiate many stiles, gates, walls (got ankles stuck in one), managed some pretty tough climbs, negotiated some break-neck downhill sections and avoid the temptation to have a glass of wine after because, she was the driver home, her comrades took advantage as usual and had pints to their relieve pain!
Maree worked through the field she was 6th to start off with, in the last half mile from 4th to 3rd, a podium finish! A time of 2hr 30 and 22 secs.
Summer Fun in the Rain...
Colin Bricher took part in the Summer Fun 10K at Moreton Morell, Warwickshire. A multi-terrain race which despite its name turned out to be at most 9k in the rain. The fun included climbing fences, hills, mud, nettles, horses and cows. Colin was extremely pleased with a top half finish in difficult conditions
48th Colin Bricher 53:43
48th Colin Bricher 53:43
Friday, 13 August 2010
Maree's On Wheels...
If she isn't content winning trophies in her running shoes, Maree Jesson now likes to throw a bike into the equation as well.
Silverstone Duathlon - Maree on the grid - Podium finish 3rd and PB!
Return from International training camp and training paying dividends...
After looking at one point like it might become a triathlon due to heavy rain during the day (is it really August?). Maree braved the British weather and start of the 2 mile run, 10 mile bike and 2 mile run event on August 12th.
Female senior (3rd lady overall) Overall time: 1:03:42.
Well done Maree...
Silverstone Duathlon - Maree on the grid - Podium finish 3rd and PB!
Return from International training camp and training paying dividends...
After looking at one point like it might become a triathlon due to heavy rain during the day (is it really August?). Maree braved the British weather and start of the 2 mile run, 10 mile bike and 2 mile run event on August 12th.
Female senior (3rd lady overall) Overall time: 1:03:42.
Well done Maree...
Friday Five...
A good crowd or NRR runners turned out for the Friday Five, one of the favourites on the running calender. Gary McDaniels raced home first for the club in 31.32 and Maree Jesson made her return on the local scene with a 33.09, 3rd in her age category. Steph Russell recorded an impressive 35.21 on the hilly course and Richard Franks finished in 37.18.
Next to cross the line was Sue White in 40.34 and club legend Micky Bhogal finished in 41.26. Wendy Parker came home next in 43.20 and then Colin Bricher in 43.53. Sue Thonson was 3rd in her age category in 46.06 and Patrick Breyden finished in 48.17. Keren Irving broke the one hour barrier in 59.06.
24 Gary McDaniels 31.32
50 Maree Jess on 33.09 3rd F35
71 Steph Russell 35.21
96 Richard Franks 37.18
130 Sue White 40.34
135 M Bhogal 41.26
154 Wendy Parker 43.20
159. Colin Bricher 43.53
176 Sue Thonson 46.06 3rd F60
193 Spike 48.17
213 Keren Irving 59.06
Next to cross the line was Sue White in 40.34 and club legend Micky Bhogal finished in 41.26. Wendy Parker came home next in 43.20 and then Colin Bricher in 43.53. Sue Thonson was 3rd in her age category in 46.06 and Patrick Breyden finished in 48.17. Keren Irving broke the one hour barrier in 59.06.
24 Gary McDaniels 31.32
50 Maree Jess on 33.09 3rd F35
71 Steph Russell 35.21
96 Richard Franks 37.18
130 Sue White 40.34
135 M Bhogal 41.26
154 Wendy Parker 43.20
159. Colin Bricher 43.53
176 Sue Thonson 46.06 3rd F60
193 Spike 48.17
213 Keren Irving 59.06
Keith - The Superstar...
Some of you may know that Keith Jellyman and his triathlon successes. Recently NRR donated some money to Keith to help him fund his equipment, here is a recent email update from him on his progress...
Just thought I'd drop you and update, which you can pass on if you want :)
Last Sunday competed in the Blithfield triathlon, it was a bit a uncertain as to whether I would be able to do the event because of a dodgy left leg, but a bit of sports massage worked wonders. The race was another qualifier, namely for next year's Europeans for the standard distance. Needless to say I was just glad to do the race, but completed in times of;
Overall: 02:17:41
Swim: 00:25:46 (1.5km)
T1: 00:01:26
Cycle: 01:09:49 (40km)
T2: 00:00:57
Run: 00:39:40 (10km)
14th in age category and 81st overall.
http://www.stuweb.co.uk/swp/default.asp?a=2&e=436
In terms of getting a qualification time I made it, but just need to wait and see now if I get a place. You need to be within 120% of the winner's time in your age group, and I got 115.3%. In any case I've already pre-qualified because I'm through to this year's worlds. I would prefer to try and get a standard distance place though...
Race otherwise was real good fun, mind the swim I just felt tired throughout?? Not sure what I was up to really considering my pool time has been as low as 22 minutes in the past. Maybe the 5am wake up might have something to do with it to have breakfast. Cycle course was basically two laps down from the reservoir and back up the hill. Run was gruelling considering I haven't been doing much and on slippery gravel. I noticed Chris, from Northants Tri, who started 5 minutes after me was a little too close for comfort so upped the pace despite feeling queasy!
Off end of tomorrow now to pick up my new TT bike woohoo! I'm hoping to really knock my time down with it. The bike I've been riding on for the past 6 years or so I bought on the cheap off a mate, and it has never really fit properly, but now working and not in university completely skint... Needless to say I caught a car up on the test bike (the general manager of Merida UK's own personal bike which he kindly leant!) and then overtook it on a slight uphill. Photos at link below:
http://picasaweb.google.co.uk/schmooscycles/KeithsFrame?feat=directlink#
Next race is Bedford Classic, the Nationals... Maybe you might fancy a go since it's only down the road.
Keith
Just thought I'd drop you and update, which you can pass on if you want :)
Last Sunday competed in the Blithfield triathlon, it was a bit a uncertain as to whether I would be able to do the event because of a dodgy left leg, but a bit of sports massage worked wonders. The race was another qualifier, namely for next year's Europeans for the standard distance. Needless to say I was just glad to do the race, but completed in times of;
Overall: 02:17:41
Swim: 00:25:46 (1.5km)
T1: 00:01:26
Cycle: 01:09:49 (40km)
T2: 00:00:57
Run: 00:39:40 (10km)
14th in age category and 81st overall.
http://www.stuweb.co.uk/swp/default.asp?a=2&e=436
In terms of getting a qualification time I made it, but just need to wait and see now if I get a place. You need to be within 120% of the winner's time in your age group, and I got 115.3%. In any case I've already pre-qualified because I'm through to this year's worlds. I would prefer to try and get a standard distance place though...
Race otherwise was real good fun, mind the swim I just felt tired throughout?? Not sure what I was up to really considering my pool time has been as low as 22 minutes in the past. Maybe the 5am wake up might have something to do with it to have breakfast. Cycle course was basically two laps down from the reservoir and back up the hill. Run was gruelling considering I haven't been doing much and on slippery gravel. I noticed Chris, from Northants Tri, who started 5 minutes after me was a little too close for comfort so upped the pace despite feeling queasy!
Off end of tomorrow now to pick up my new TT bike woohoo! I'm hoping to really knock my time down with it. The bike I've been riding on for the past 6 years or so I bought on the cheap off a mate, and it has never really fit properly, but now working and not in university completely skint... Needless to say I caught a car up on the test bike (the general manager of Merida UK's own personal bike which he kindly leant!) and then overtook it on a slight uphill. Photos at link below:
http://picasaweb.google.co.uk/schmooscycles/KeithsFrame?feat=directlink#
Next race is Bedford Classic, the Nationals... Maybe you might fancy a go since it's only down the road.
Keith
Wellington Boots...
Wellington Boots were not needed for the Wellingborough Five on Sunday 1st August as a nice little crowd made the short hop up the road for another favourite on the race calander.
Gary McDaniels took to the streets and finished in an impressive 31:08 only one place ahead of Lynton Dawson in 31:11. Steph Russell flew round the countryside and finished in 34:12 and Charlotte Yarker continued her good form with a 36:49 finish. Richard Franks crossed the line in 38:09 and Tom Sullivan wasn't far behind in 38:57. Mick Clarke also broke the 40 minute barrier in 39:29. Mary Kingsnorth came home in 42:49 and Alan Hackett finished in 42:49.
30 Gary McDaniels 31:08
31 Lynton Dawson 31:11
72 Steph Russell 34:12
111 Charlotte Yarker 36:49
133 Richard Franks 38:09
140 Tom Sullivan 38:57
145 Mick Clarke 39:29
180 Mary Kingsnorth 42:49
253 Alan Hackett 56:59
Gary McDaniels took to the streets and finished in an impressive 31:08 only one place ahead of Lynton Dawson in 31:11. Steph Russell flew round the countryside and finished in 34:12 and Charlotte Yarker continued her good form with a 36:49 finish. Richard Franks crossed the line in 38:09 and Tom Sullivan wasn't far behind in 38:57. Mick Clarke also broke the 40 minute barrier in 39:29. Mary Kingsnorth came home in 42:49 and Alan Hackett finished in 42:49.
30 Gary McDaniels 31:08
31 Lynton Dawson 31:11
72 Steph Russell 34:12
111 Charlotte Yarker 36:49
133 Richard Franks 38:09
140 Tom Sullivan 38:57
145 Mick Clarke 39:29
180 Mary Kingsnorth 42:49
253 Alan Hackett 56:59
Tuesday, 10 August 2010
Brecon 10...
A brilliant start to the summer holidays, Maree Jesson goes camping in Wales! The “BRECON 10” took place in the beautiful and picturesque market town of Brecon, Powys, at the foothills of the well-known Brecon Beacons. The course covers an interesting and very scenic route, starting and finishing at Brecon’s athletic track. Maree won her category 1st vet 35 Time - 1:08:44
Monday, 2 August 2010
Oh No, Not Another MK Half...
Some great times were recorded at the flat Milton Keynes Half on 18th July. Tony Letts finished in 1:25:08 on seconds ahead of Gary McDaniels in 1:25:46. Lynton Dawson continued his great form with a 1:27:50 finish and Steph Russell impressed finishing 8th lady overall in 1:34:08.
Ronnie Ambrose crossed the line in 1:40:17 and Mark Glenn just broke the two hour barrier in 1:59:19.
Congratulations to Darren Byfield and Wendy Parker for completing their first ever half marathons, their fantastic achievements were timed at 2:01:57 and 2:02:21 respectively. Richard Franks was next home in 2:05:49 and Helen Blackburn finished in 2:20:18.
Ronnie Ambrose crossed the line in 1:40:17 and Mark Glenn just broke the two hour barrier in 1:59:19.
Congratulations to Darren Byfield and Wendy Parker for completing their first ever half marathons, their fantastic achievements were timed at 2:01:57 and 2:02:21 respectively. Richard Franks was next home in 2:05:49 and Helen Blackburn finished in 2:20:18.
Adderbury Spires Half...
A hot day greeted runners at the scenic off road Adderbury Half. The course came highly recommend, although there were some organisational problems this year, the NRR trio enjoyed the beautiful course which was actually measured just over 13.1 miles.
Geoff Smith finished in 1:43 a couple of minutes ahead of Ronnie Ambrose in 1:45, although a wrong turning cost Ronnie precious time. John Fleming came home in a very respectable 1:46.
Geoff Smith finished in 1:43 a couple of minutes ahead of Ronnie Ambrose in 1:45, although a wrong turning cost Ronnie precious time. John Fleming came home in a very respectable 1:46.
Monday, 5 July 2010
Swapping The Running Shoes For Wheels...
Maree Jesson ditches her running shoes and pulled out her racer for the inaugural Specialized Silverstone Sportive 100 mile bike ride which took place on July 4th in very sunny and somewhat breezy conditions. Maree said it was, "An enjoyable, but, tough ride, a brisk wind featured heavily!" Maree's time was 6:02:36 and she was 4th Senior Lady overall!
East Midlands Grand Prix Final Standings
Well done to Mary Davies, Dave Soloman and Lynton Dawson for completing all eight races of the series.
Ladies
F50
5th - Mary Kingsnorth - 6 races - 32 points
F55
5th - Mary Davies - 8 races - 17 points
Senior Men
17 th - Lynton Dawson - 8 races - 135 points
31st - Mark Kennedy - 7 races - 226 points
46th - Robert Donovan - 5 races - 542 points
M40
16th - Tony Letts - 6 races - 60 points
25th - Ronnie Ambrose - 7 races - 118 points
34th - Martin Baker - 5 races - 195 points
M55
10th - David Solomon - 8 races - 65 points
M60
9th - Tom Sullivan - 6 races - 45 points
Team Results
Northampton Road Runners recording the following team places, well done to everyone who took part in the races.
Senior Women - 8th
Veteran Women - 5th
Senior Men - 11th
Veteran Men - 9th
Ladies
F50
5th - Mary Kingsnorth - 6 races - 32 points
F55
5th - Mary Davies - 8 races - 17 points
Senior Men
17 th - Lynton Dawson - 8 races - 135 points
31st - Mark Kennedy - 7 races - 226 points
46th - Robert Donovan - 5 races - 542 points
M40
16th - Tony Letts - 6 races - 60 points
25th - Ronnie Ambrose - 7 races - 118 points
34th - Martin Baker - 5 races - 195 points
M55
10th - David Solomon - 8 races - 65 points
M60
9th - Tom Sullivan - 6 races - 45 points
Team Results
Northampton Road Runners recording the following team places, well done to everyone who took part in the races.
Senior Women - 8th
Veteran Women - 5th
Senior Men - 11th
Veteran Men - 9th
How Many Roundabouts? MK 10K...
The East Midlands Grand Prix series came to a close on 29th June at Milton Keynes. The cross country minibus was dusted off again, Alan hoarding a handful of the team down the motorway to meet those who made the trip by car, rail and motorbike.
Conditions were extremely muggy meaning that the majority of the field slowed down for the second half of the race. Tony Letts completed his 6th race of the series in a time of 38:01 and finished 16th overall in his age category.
Lynton Dawson finished in 41:03 just ahead of Ronnie Ambrose in 42:15. Next to cross the line was Mark Kennedy in 44:37. First lady on the night was Charlotte Yarker in 47:20, recording an impressive PB. Tom Sullivan came home in 49:35 with Rob Donovan chalking up a 51:43 finish.
Dave Knowles finished in 52:54 ahead of Mary Kingsnorth in 55:08. Next to finish was Colin Bricher in 56:38 with Mary Davies completing her 8th race of the series in 59:15. Ann Dickson came home in 59:38 with Pauline Horne finishing in 63:19. Dave Solomon also completed all eight races of the series recording 63:32 in this outing. Patrick Breydin finished in 64:23 and Alan Hackett literally limped over the line in 74:03 after injuring his back.
Conditions were extremely muggy meaning that the majority of the field slowed down for the second half of the race. Tony Letts completed his 6th race of the series in a time of 38:01 and finished 16th overall in his age category.
Lynton Dawson finished in 41:03 just ahead of Ronnie Ambrose in 42:15. Next to cross the line was Mark Kennedy in 44:37. First lady on the night was Charlotte Yarker in 47:20, recording an impressive PB. Tom Sullivan came home in 49:35 with Rob Donovan chalking up a 51:43 finish.
Dave Knowles finished in 52:54 ahead of Mary Kingsnorth in 55:08. Next to finish was Colin Bricher in 56:38 with Mary Davies completing her 8th race of the series in 59:15. Ann Dickson came home in 59:38 with Pauline Horne finishing in 63:19. Dave Solomon also completed all eight races of the series recording 63:32 in this outing. Patrick Breydin finished in 64:23 and Alan Hackett literally limped over the line in 74:03 after injuring his back.
Monday, 28 June 2010
Colworth Weekend Marathon Challenge 18-20th June
A merry band of campers set off for this three race weekend in flip-flops and shorts expecting a weekend of glorious sunshine. Unfortunately the North wind did blow and it was a very cold couple of nights in the sleeping bags. We were joined by others doing single days in what is a great local event near Bedford. Supporters, kids, grand-kids and pets all joined in for plenty of fun and some hard running.
9 runners completed the full Marathon challenge
Mark Garrett - 3:08:02
Maree Jesson - 3:10:12 (2nd Lady)
Ronnie Ambrose - 3:10:15
Geoff Smith - 3:13:00
Steph Russell - 3:13:13 (3rd Lady)
Mick Clarke - 3:49:09 (1st MV60)
Micky Bhogal - 3:58:35
Jo Lee - 4:01:19
Jo Smith - 4:04:01
NRR were 5th team overall
The challenge is made up of these 3 races adding up to a full marathon.
Friday 18th June - 5 mile off road
Mark Garrett - 33:33
Maree Jesson - 34:05 (2nd Lady)
Ronnie Ambrose - 34:10
Geoff Smith - 34:11
Steph Russell - 35:17
Micky Bhogal - 41:21
Mick Clarke - 41:29 (1st MC70)
Jo Lee - 42:58
Jo Smith - 42:58
Sally Garrett - 60:55
The Ladies team were 1st team.
Saturday 19th June - 8.1 mile trail race
Mark Garrett - 56;52
Maree Jesson - 58:51 (3rd Lady)
Ronnie Ambrose - 58:57
Geoff Smith - 59:13
Steph Russell - 59:23
Alan Burgess - 1:05:57
Mick Clarke - 1:10:49 (1st MV60)
Micky Bhogal - 1:14:29
Jo Smith - 1:14:44
Jo Lee - 1:14:49
Spike - 1:28:16
Sunday 20th June - Half Marathon
Andy Blaize - 1:29:45
Ronnie Ambrose - 1:37:08
Maree Jesson - 1:37:16 (2nd Lady)
Mark Garrett - 1:37:37
Steph Russell - 1:38:33 (4th Lady)
Geoff Smith - 1:39:36
Mick Clarke - 1:56:51 (1st mv60)
Micky Bhogal - 2:02:45
Jo Lee - 2:03:32 (PB)
Jo Smith - 2:06:19
Debbie Holmes 2:12:42
A great weekend was had by all and we bagged a hatful of trophies also. Maree and Mick brought home their usual haul and it was great for the ladies team to win a trophy. Well done Steph who is putting the pressure on the old men and also to Jo Lee on her longest runs to date.
9 runners completed the full Marathon challenge
Mark Garrett - 3:08:02
Maree Jesson - 3:10:12 (2nd Lady)
Ronnie Ambrose - 3:10:15
Geoff Smith - 3:13:00
Steph Russell - 3:13:13 (3rd Lady)
Mick Clarke - 3:49:09 (1st MV60)
Micky Bhogal - 3:58:35
Jo Lee - 4:01:19
Jo Smith - 4:04:01
NRR were 5th team overall
The challenge is made up of these 3 races adding up to a full marathon.
Friday 18th June - 5 mile off road
Mark Garrett - 33:33
Maree Jesson - 34:05 (2nd Lady)
Ronnie Ambrose - 34:10
Geoff Smith - 34:11
Steph Russell - 35:17
Micky Bhogal - 41:21
Mick Clarke - 41:29 (1st MC70)
Jo Lee - 42:58
Jo Smith - 42:58
Sally Garrett - 60:55
The Ladies team were 1st team.
Saturday 19th June - 8.1 mile trail race
Mark Garrett - 56;52
Maree Jesson - 58:51 (3rd Lady)
Ronnie Ambrose - 58:57
Geoff Smith - 59:13
Steph Russell - 59:23
Alan Burgess - 1:05:57
Mick Clarke - 1:10:49 (1st MV60)
Micky Bhogal - 1:14:29
Jo Smith - 1:14:44
Jo Lee - 1:14:49
Spike - 1:28:16
Sunday 20th June - Half Marathon
Andy Blaize - 1:29:45
Ronnie Ambrose - 1:37:08
Maree Jesson - 1:37:16 (2nd Lady)
Mark Garrett - 1:37:37
Steph Russell - 1:38:33 (4th Lady)
Geoff Smith - 1:39:36
Mick Clarke - 1:56:51 (1st mv60)
Micky Bhogal - 2:02:45
Jo Lee - 2:03:32 (PB)
Jo Smith - 2:06:19
Debbie Holmes 2:12:42
A great weekend was had by all and we bagged a hatful of trophies also. Maree and Mick brought home their usual haul and it was great for the ladies team to win a trophy. Well done Steph who is putting the pressure on the old men and also to Jo Lee on her longest runs to date.
Well Done Keith...
Keith Jellyman has qualified to represent Great Britain in his age group at the 2010 ITU Triathlon World Champs in Budapest in September. I am sure we all congratulate him and wish him the very best.
Fifteen runners were on show at the Foxton Five (the newly reformed Harborough Five). Starting at Foxton Locks, runners did a lap of the field before running the old route in reverse. The first two miles descended nicely before a mile long climb between three and four. The final mile was mainly downhill for a quick finish and included another lap of the field.
Tony Letts was first home in 29:40 with Lynton Dawson close behind with a 30:36 finish. Ronnie Ambrose was next in 33:16 followed by Mark Kennedy in 34:20. Martin Baker was pleased with a 36:42 time and Tom Sullivan crossed the line in 38:56. Fresh from his recent trip to Spain, Mick Clarke recorded a time of 39:30.
Dave Blackburn was a second over the 40 minute barrier with 40:01 and Rob Donovan made his comeback from a hamstring injury in 41:14. David Solomon came home in 45:02 and completing the field was Patrick Breydin in 49:08.
For the ladies, Mary Kingsnorth finished in 42:53 ahead of Mary Davies in 45:14 closely followed by Ann Dickson in 46:37. Next was Helen Blackburn in exactly 48:00
Tony Letts was first home in 29:40 with Lynton Dawson close behind with a 30:36 finish. Ronnie Ambrose was next in 33:16 followed by Mark Kennedy in 34:20. Martin Baker was pleased with a 36:42 time and Tom Sullivan crossed the line in 38:56. Fresh from his recent trip to Spain, Mick Clarke recorded a time of 39:30.
Dave Blackburn was a second over the 40 minute barrier with 40:01 and Rob Donovan made his comeback from a hamstring injury in 41:14. David Solomon came home in 45:02 and completing the field was Patrick Breydin in 49:08.
For the ladies, Mary Kingsnorth finished in 42:53 ahead of Mary Davies in 45:14 closely followed by Ann Dickson in 46:37. Next was Helen Blackburn in exactly 48:00
Monday, 14 June 2010
Fit The Best...Everest
In May 2010 Mark Garrett celebrated his retirement from the fire service by treking to Everest Base Camp Well done to Mark for comepleting this amazing challenge, here are some photos...
The locals are all members of NRR... 
Mark hangs his washing out to dry...
Mark reaches his destination...
The locals are all members of NRR... 
Mark hangs his washing out to dry...
Mark reaches his destination...
Jo's Tri Success
Jo Lee completed her first ever Olympic distance triathlon on Sunday 13th June in Windsor. Her finish time was 2;49:01 , with splits of 25:55, 1:25:15, 52:10 , the gaps were the transitions, the distances were 1.5k , 42k, 10k. Jo said "It was a great day even though it did involve getting up at 4am! I was 11th out of 30 in my age group 25-29 and 74th female overall."
On 14th May Jo also completed the Vue Emergency Services Triathlon at the National Watersports centre in Nottingham. It was a open water swim (her first) which had to be slightly reduced on the day as the water temp was only 11 degrees so it was about 550m ish metre, a 20k bike and a 5.6k run, the course was flat but as it was round the lake it was extremely windy down one side! Jo's time was 1.16.41 and she was 3rd in her age category. Her splits were 7:56, 40:16, 26:10, the times in between were transitions. The police beat the Ambulance and Fire and Army to become 2010 champions!
On 14th May Jo also completed the Vue Emergency Services Triathlon at the National Watersports centre in Nottingham. It was a open water swim (her first) which had to be slightly reduced on the day as the water temp was only 11 degrees so it was about 550m ish metre, a 20k bike and a 5.6k run, the course was flat but as it was round the lake it was extremely windy down one side! Jo's time was 1.16.41 and she was 3rd in her age category. Her splits were 7:56, 40:16, 26:10, the times in between were transitions. The police beat the Ambulance and Fire and Army to become 2010 champions!
Banbury Cross...
Half a dozen NRR runners turned out for the Banbury Five on Tuesday 8th June. Fisrt to finish bang on 30 minutes was Tony Letts and exactly two minutes behind was Lynton Dawson on 32:00. Ronnie Ambrose put in a strong last mile to cross the line in 34:32 seconds ahead of Mark Kennedy in 34:43. Mary Davies remained second in her age category for the series overall with a time of 45:13. Dave Soloman kept up his 100% record finishing in 47:09.
37 Tony Letts 30:00
67 Lynton Dawson 32:00
106 Ronnie Ambrose 34:32
109 Mark Kennedy 34:43
258 Mary Davies 45:13
268 David Solomon 47:09
37 Tony Letts 30:00
67 Lynton Dawson 32:00
106 Ronnie Ambrose 34:32
109 Mark Kennedy 34:43
258 Mary Davies 45:13
268 David Solomon 47:09
Thursday, 3 June 2010
Up and Down The Weedon Hills...
A day's worth of rain eased off to make the hilly 10K course at Weedon (1st June 2010) more bearable for the ten strong NRR crew. Tony Letts was first home and overall 35th in the race in a time of 38:11 and Lynton Dawson crossed the line in 40:32. Mark Garrett made use of his recent climb to Everest Base Camp as the altitude training kick in at the top of Everdon Stubbs hill. He finished in 44:06. Next to finish was Mark Kennedy in 44:58 just ahead of Ronnie Ambrose in 45:14. Mark Baker crossed the line in 47:16 and Tom Sullivan was a second under 50 minutes in 49:59.
Mary Kingsnorth and Mary Davies were the two ladies representatives finishing in 56:04 and 57:39 respectively and Dave Solomon gave an assured run in 58:39.
Mary Kingsnorth and Mary Davies were the two ladies representatives finishing in 56:04 and 57:39 respectively and Dave Solomon gave an assured run in 58:39.
Tuesday, 1 June 2010
Dave's Coventry Half...
Dave Garrett returned to action following his London Marathon completing the Coventry Half on 23rd May. Tired legs and hot weather were not enough to stop him finishing in 1:47:45.
Thursday, 27 May 2010
Picnic At Corby...
The minibus was back in action as the NRR crew headed to East Carlton Country Park for the Corby Five on Wednesday 26th May. New boy Tony Letts was first home in 30:45 and Lynton Dawson kept up his good form with a 32:22 finish. Ronnie Ambrose continued to shake off his marathon legs finishing exactly on 34:00 with Geoff Smith thirteen seconds behind in 34:13. Richard Franks finished in 37:29 just ahead of Marin Baker in 37:53 and Dave Blackburn in 39:54.
Jo Lee was the first lady home recording a PB of 40:29. Tom Sullivan was close enough to see Jo finish, crossing the line in 40:38 on one of his favourite courses. Next was Jo Smith in 41:44 then Mary Kingsnorth in 45:39. Mary Davies was close by in 46:19 just ahead of Sue Thompson 46:44, Dave Soloman 47:15 and Jo Cummings 47:47. Jackie Horne and Ann Dickson were next to finish in 47:53 and 48:14 respectively. Karen Townsend and Helen Blackburn weren't far behind in 48:16 and 48:41. Pauline Horne finished in 48:48 and Patrick Breydin completed a great line up with a 49:08 finish.
The rain just about held off for the picnic before Alan got everyone home safely in the Campion minibus.
Jo Lee was the first lady home recording a PB of 40:29. Tom Sullivan was close enough to see Jo finish, crossing the line in 40:38 on one of his favourite courses. Next was Jo Smith in 41:44 then Mary Kingsnorth in 45:39. Mary Davies was close by in 46:19 just ahead of Sue Thompson 46:44, Dave Soloman 47:15 and Jo Cummings 47:47. Jackie Horne and Ann Dickson were next to finish in 47:53 and 48:14 respectively. Karen Townsend and Helen Blackburn weren't far behind in 48:16 and 48:41. Pauline Horne finished in 48:48 and Patrick Breydin completed a great line up with a 49:08 finish.
The rain just about held off for the picnic before Alan got everyone home safely in the Campion minibus.
Monday, 24 May 2010
Geoff's Marlborough Hill Climber...
on 15th May 2010, Geoff Smith completed the Marlborough Downs 20 in 2:37:48, an amazing 15 minutes quicker than last year.
Does Downs mean the hills only descend? I doubt it!!!
Does Downs mean the hills only descend? I doubt it!!!
Wednesday, 19 May 2010
Windermere Marathon...
On Sunday 16th May 2010, an NRR trio made the long journey to the Lake District to take on the Windermere Marathon. Hills, rocks and mountains were the order of the day but they were all conquered. Steph Russell, making her marathon debut, was over the moon with a finish time of 3:38:33 and was 16th lady overall. Ronnie Ambrose ran the distance with Steph and crossed the line with her although his chip time was 3:38:32, one second faster. Nigel Osbourne's hard work and training paid off as he finished in 3:43:39. Martin Rowe also finished in 4:18:51.Well done to all.
Bedford Six - Flat As A Pancake...
19th May 2010 - Round three of the EMGP saw a nice little crowd of NRR runners tackle the fast, flat course in search of a PB. Tony Letts made his NRR race debut with a great time of 36:29. Starting from the back (he must have been late), Lynton Dawson flew through the crowds for a 37:47 finish. Rad Nic recorded an impressive 38:13 although he greeted his time with a shrug of the shoulders and a cheeky smile afterwards.
Mark Kennedy bagged a PB with 41:12 and Ronnie Ambrose found the perfect way to shake off any Windermere Marathon Stiffness with a 41:54 finish. Close behind was Luboslav Krivacka in 42:12, not bad for his second ever race.
Colin Bricher crossed the line in 51:39 and Mary Davies came home in 54:23, 4th in her age category. Dave Soloman recorded a 56:11 finish with a smile on his face as always. Rob Donovan pulled his hamstring with 2 miles to go forcing him to walk the rest of the course, he still finished but won't thank me for publishing his time. Get better soon Rob!
Mark Kennedy bagged a PB with 41:12 and Ronnie Ambrose found the perfect way to shake off any Windermere Marathon Stiffness with a 41:54 finish. Close behind was Luboslav Krivacka in 42:12, not bad for his second ever race.
Colin Bricher crossed the line in 51:39 and Mary Davies came home in 54:23, 4th in her age category. Dave Soloman recorded a 56:11 finish with a smile on his face as always. Rob Donovan pulled his hamstring with 2 miles to go forcing him to walk the rest of the course, he still finished but won't thank me for publishing his time. Get better soon Rob!
Friday, 14 May 2010
Blisworth 5K... (almost forgot)...
Sandwiched between the Grand Prix races was the Blisworth Friday 5(K) which was attended by Mark Kennedy, a second PB in a week with a 20:38 finish and Dave Knowles who finished in 22:39. Maree was on the sidelines cheering us on!
Where Egg Chasing Was Invented...
A good line up of NRR runners made their way to the exact spot where the sport of Rugby was founded in, well, er... Rugby of course. Rain held off for the second offering of the East Midlands Grand Prix Series on 12th May.
Lynton Dawson flew home in 37:34 ahead of Rad Nic in 39:29. Mark Kennedy was next to finish in 42:56 with Martin Baker coming home in 44:39. Tom Sullivan recorded 47:39 and Rob Donovan 48:40.
Colin Bricher crossed the finish in 53:09 just ahead of Mary Davies in 53:25 (4th in age category). Where there is one Mary, there is always another, Mary Kingsnorth was close by in 53:36. Dave Solomon drove home in 55:23 and Jo Cummings finished with a smile in 56:12. Ann Dickson was 4th in her category with a respectable 57:05 and Jackie Horne finished in 57:20.
Next race is on Tuesday 18th May at Bedford (6 miles and flat).
Lynton Dawson flew home in 37:34 ahead of Rad Nic in 39:29. Mark Kennedy was next to finish in 42:56 with Martin Baker coming home in 44:39. Tom Sullivan recorded 47:39 and Rob Donovan 48:40.
Colin Bricher crossed the finish in 53:09 just ahead of Mary Davies in 53:25 (4th in age category). Where there is one Mary, there is always another, Mary Kingsnorth was close by in 53:36. Dave Solomon drove home in 55:23 and Jo Cummings finished with a smile in 56:12. Ann Dickson was 4th in her category with a respectable 57:05 and Jackie Horne finished in 57:20.
Next race is on Tuesday 18th May at Bedford (6 miles and flat).
Fiona's Proud Half In Leeds...
Fiona Cosson ran the Leeds Half on 8th May in 2:27, her first road half marathon and furthest distance ran in 18 months, well done to Fiona.
Maree's Marathon Fund Raiser Reported...
Maree in the news, click below for Chron report...
http://www.northantset.co.uk/term-time/Charity-three-hit-the-finishing.6286287.jp
http://www.northantset.co.uk/term-time/Charity-three-hit-the-finishing.6286287.jp
Colin's Ultra...
Colin Bricher is running the Dartmoor Discovery, a 32 miler and is looking for sponsorship for Autism Concern (formerly Northants Society for Autism).
Jo Tri-ed Really Hard!
Jo Lee got a triacthlon PB the Duston Tri on 22nd April 2010. She completed the whole course in 1:16:33 which included 6:32 swim, 41:39 cycle and 25:07 run (for those doing the maths, the rest is the change time in between).
Thursday, 6 May 2010
The Home Of The Grand Prix 10K...
Nineteen runners from the club showed up for the first race of the East Midlands Grand Prix at Silverstone Circuit on 4th May. The course is pure speed for PB freaks and some great times were recorded. Lynton Dawson was first home in 38:35 just ahead of Ronnie Ambrose who is flying at the moment, smashing three minutes off his PB with a 39:06 finish. Keith Jellyman recorded an impressive 39:37 and close by was Rad Nic in 40:09, that 40 minute barrier just eluding him.
Luboslav Krivacka made his NRR debut in 40:56 and Mark Kennedy set a new PB with 41:50. Martin Baker came home in 45:49 and Mick Clarke (he's running again) came 3rd in his age category in 48 minutes exactly. Four seconds behind Mick was Tom Sullivan in 48:04. Jo Lee was the first lady home in 49:28 then was Rob Donovan in 50:11, he looked firmly "in the zone" before the race.
Colin Bricher finished in 53:36 and was closely followed by the two Marys - Kingnorth in 53:38 and Davies in 53:44. Pauline Horne was all the fives with 55:55 and Dave Soloman was close by in 56:47. Jo Cummings finished in 57:44, Patrick Breydin in 59:07 and Marion Bowen capped an impressive turnout in 61:08.
Lynton Dawson - 38:35
Ronnie Ambrose - 39:06
Keith Jellyman - 39:37
Rad Nic - 40:09
Luboslav Krivacka - 40:56
Mark Kennedy - 41:50
Martin Baker - 45:49
Mick Clarke - 48:00
Tom Sullivan - 48:04
Jo Lee - 49:28
Rob Donovan - 50:11
Colin Bricher - 53:36
Mary Kingsnorth - 53:38
Mary Davies - 53:44
Pauline Horne - 55:55
Dave Soloman - 56:47
Jo Cummings - 57:44
Patrick Breydin - 59:07
Marion Bowen - 61:08
Luboslav Krivacka made his NRR debut in 40:56 and Mark Kennedy set a new PB with 41:50. Martin Baker came home in 45:49 and Mick Clarke (he's running again) came 3rd in his age category in 48 minutes exactly. Four seconds behind Mick was Tom Sullivan in 48:04. Jo Lee was the first lady home in 49:28 then was Rob Donovan in 50:11, he looked firmly "in the zone" before the race.
Colin Bricher finished in 53:36 and was closely followed by the two Marys - Kingnorth in 53:38 and Davies in 53:44. Pauline Horne was all the fives with 55:55 and Dave Soloman was close by in 56:47. Jo Cummings finished in 57:44, Patrick Breydin in 59:07 and Marion Bowen capped an impressive turnout in 61:08.
Lynton Dawson - 38:35
Ronnie Ambrose - 39:06
Keith Jellyman - 39:37
Rad Nic - 40:09
Luboslav Krivacka - 40:56
Mark Kennedy - 41:50
Martin Baker - 45:49
Mick Clarke - 48:00
Tom Sullivan - 48:04
Jo Lee - 49:28
Rob Donovan - 50:11
Colin Bricher - 53:36
Mary Kingsnorth - 53:38
Mary Davies - 53:44
Pauline Horne - 55:55
Dave Soloman - 56:47
Jo Cummings - 57:44
Patrick Breydin - 59:07
Marion Bowen - 61:08
Great Weston 5...
Four runners turned out for the Bank Holiday Great Weston Five on Monday 3rd May. Dave Whatton was first home for the club in 34:42 and Mick Clarke, who seems to enter every single race at the moment, crossed the line in 30:49. Next was Colin Bricher in 44:26 and the ladies were represented by Carole Whatton who finished in 49:12.
Dave Whatton 34:42
Mick Clarke 39:49
Colin Bricher 44:26
Carole Whatton 49:12
Dave Whatton 34:42
Mick Clarke 39:49
Colin Bricher 44:26
Carole Whatton 49:12
AGM & Awards Night - Wednesday 19th May...
The club's AGM will take place on Wednesday 19th May after the run. We will start with a run around the field. For those who haven't taken part before, the course is marked out in quarter mile sections and we run for 30 minutes. The idea is to see how far you can go but you can run at your own pace should you wish. There is no pressure.
Afterwards, the AGM will take place in the Village Hall (next to where we meet for club runs). The committee urges as many members to come along to find out more about our plans for the next year and to hear a review of the year gone. It is lighthearted. There will also be a presentation of the club's annual awards, again, please come along to appreciate and celebrate these achievements.
Afterwards, the AGM will take place in the Village Hall (next to where we meet for club runs). The committee urges as many members to come along to find out more about our plans for the next year and to hear a review of the year gone. It is lighthearted. There will also be a presentation of the club's annual awards, again, please come along to appreciate and celebrate these achievements.
Sunday, 2 May 2010
East Midlands Grand Prix 2010
The East Midlands Grand Prix series begins this week. Consisting of 8 races locally, it is a great way to get your summer racing programme started. To complete the series, you have to complete at least 5 races (your best 5 times count if you do more). You can enter them individually and they are all great fun and challenging.
Go to www.mkac.org.uk and follow the link to the East Midlands Grand Prix on the left menu.
Tuesday 4th May - Silverstone 10K
Wednesday 12th May - Rugby 6
Tuesday 18th May - Bedford 6
Wednesday 26th May - Corby 5
Tuesday 1st June - Weedon 10K
Tuesday 8th June - Banbury 5
Tuesday 15th June - Harborough 5
Tuesday 29th June - Milton Keynes 10K
Go to www.mkac.org.uk and follow the link to the East Midlands Grand Prix on the left menu.
Tuesday 4th May - Silverstone 10K
Wednesday 12th May - Rugby 6
Tuesday 18th May - Bedford 6
Wednesday 26th May - Corby 5
Tuesday 1st June - Weedon 10K
Tuesday 8th June - Banbury 5
Tuesday 15th June - Harborough 5
Tuesday 29th June - Milton Keynes 10K
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