17/07/2009 by Dick.

Thanks Colin from the hardy members who made the journey to Wentwood for a run round the woods and a freshly mixed glass of Pimm’s No 1 cup, with at least three varieties of fresh fruit.

Maybe the rain put off some, but a few carfulls set off from the reservoir car park for what turned out to be dry overhead but muddy underfoot. There was plenty of nature (fallow deer) and history (Tudor village, prehistoric stone circle) as well as healthy exercise.

The rain came on at the end and we had our picnic under the big shelter, but it was fun with beer as well as the Pimms.

These away runs are just what’s needed while the Summer lasts, and we’ll do some more before we lose the light. Niki’s Cleddon run is next on Thurs 13 Aug.

Thanks again Col for a well-planned route and a tasty picnic. 

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17/07/2009 by Lou.

Wednesday evening 11 Harriers headed to Cwmcarn for Islwyn’s 20^th Scenic 7.  Thanks to Islwyn RC for organising a great race –  encouraging marshals, water brought to you at the finish and a free polo shirt.  Thank you.

The race start felt more crowded than I had expected with 160 runners starting the race but the gradient soon spread us out! The setting made the three mile climb from the start line almost ok! 

After that the race was fantastic - undulating for about 2 miles with some steep ups and downs and stunning views around Twmbarlwm Tump.  The last 2 miles were largely downhill which is how all races should finish; after the slog some fast, exciting, uplifting, free miles.  Thanks for that.

Commiserations to Ivan who had to pull out due to a knee injury – hope it’s better soon Iv.

As usual Mark had a fantastic  run and came 7^th in 44:27, Marianne  flies on as first female (22^nd overall ) in 48:15, and Matt Creed was 35^th in 50:49, respect. 

There were also some great runs from the mortals:

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