Dewsbury Road Runners News Itemshttp://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/News.php%[-2%%]%http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=84 2012-05-01 13:43:14 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=84%[-1%%]%http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=2 2012-05-01 13:38:20 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=2This occurred on the 18th of March this year.Andy was in his late teens when he joined Dewsbury Road Runners. He was an active member in the late 80s and early 90s. His best performances were over shorter distances and he represented the Club in the Cross Country League and in local races such as Chevin Chase.A committed athlete, he excelled at speed sessions and hill reps.More recently Andy could be seen as a flash of Lycra in the Chain Gang with other local cycling club members.He was equally committed to cycling, raced on his road bike and was well known and liked by friends at Dewsbury Sports Centre being regularly involved in Group Sessions such as Body Pump.On Sunday morning 18th March, Andy took part in a time trial on the A1. Tragically, he was in fatal accident involved with an articulated lorry.Andy lived with his mum in Mirfield.A very sad loss.Julian Lusardi- friend, fellow runner, fellow cyclist.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=332 2012-03-29 01:31:14 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=332Your club needs youSkipton X country this Sunday 18th December at Skipton 10-30am startMEET at rear of Desbury Sports centre 8-15amhttp://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=315 2011-12-14 14:01:36 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=315Hope to see you all this Thursday 10th November at Leggers at 8.30p.m. Come along and have your say !http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=313 2011-11-07 01:26:20 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=313Well, Glyn Ceiriog is a little village nestled in North Wales lying directly South and parallel with the picturesque Vale of Llangollen. A Little bit of heaven on earth was how Lloyd George described it!But enough of this bit of geography its the race I want to tell you about.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=311 2011-11-02 14:41:35 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=311DATES FOR THE UP AND COMING X COUNTRY SEASON ARE 1ST FIXTURE 27/11/11 PUDSEY 10.00AM2ND FIXTURE 18/12/11 SKIPTON 10.00AM3RD FIXTURE 08/01/12 BAILDON 1.30 OR DEWSBURY AT 10.00 AM TBC4TH FIXTURE 29/1/12 IDLE 10.00AM5TH FIXTURE 19/02/12 STAINLAND 10.00AMPRESENTATION NIGHT WILL BE AT PUDSEY 23/03/12 TBChttp://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=310 2011-09-06 08:51:45 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=310The Three Peaks has 3, Borrowdale has 3, this has 5 summits - So its going to be a hard one. 8500 feet of climb in the book, 9000 in popular accounts and as it turned out 9200 feet on my watch. Thats a lot of climb and a lot of descent. Bob Graham legs typically take in 10 or so summits, but they tend to be a succession of smaller reclimbs. Mind, there doesnt appear to be any Bessy Boot like climbs and a lot of the terrain Im familiar with from BG days so it doesnt seem too frightening, hopefully there will be some runnable bits - I kid myself. Its 21.5 miles, a misleading figure - it takes me over an hour longer to complete than Wuthering Hikes very hilly 31.5 miles.Now the route is strange. After missing the summit of Illgill Head it heads north out of Wasdale right up to Pillar, going around the back of Wasdale peaks such as Yewbarrow and Kirkell to Great Gable. Yes, this is a Wasdale Peak, so now we skirt across the east side of Wasdale on the corridor route, just like Borrowdale fell race actually takes in Wasdale? No, We leave Wasdale to go around to Esk Hause for some reason, and then around the back of Scafell Pike to eventually head home. Horseshoe? Nope.Adding to the hardness of this race is the hardness of getting there in the car, even from Eskdale is takes 45 minutes and Im late in the queue for registration. Its warm and sunny at 11am, with cloud over some of the tops, as 250 runners mill around next to some confused cows at the National Trust campsite in Wasdale.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=309 2011-07-11 15:57:07 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=3095 Road runners took part in the Billy Bland challenge on the official Bob Graham summer solstice weekend.Well, it didnt quite go to plan - but it wasnt all bad.Leg 1 kicked off at 6pm on Friday in the face of dire weather forecasts. Maxine and Tom started the show with Andy C helping with navigation from Mile 2.The weather turned out very nice, even with some sun, although the boggy section across Hare Crag was pretty bad underfoot.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=308 2011-07-01 02:55:14 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=308All, Don't forget the Social Evening this Friday at Sue and Glenn's Free Pie & Peas and veggie food.Bring your own Beer.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=307 2011-06-27 05:18:15 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=307The date of this years race is Wednesday 22nd of June.Starting at Thurstonland cricket club Huddersfield.The race is open to all club members and it FREE!! .There is a bar and normaly food is put on by the cricket club.If you are doing this race please let David Binns know before Friday 17th June as he has to send the names off by this weekend.email him at david@binns900fireblade.freeserve.co.ukhttp://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=299 2011-06-18 06:38:57 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=2991st team AIRCounting runners:1 Glenn Sykes4 Kevin Oates7 Colin Watson8 Martin HallTotal 202nd team EARTHcounting runners:2 James Morris6 David Smith11 Flora Skidmore16 Angus BarnesTotal 353rd team FIREcounting runners:4 Andrew Cottier9 Richard Aiston9 David Binns17 Peter HillTotal 39 4th team WATERcounting runners:3 Tim Harris12 Kirstie Blezzard14 Wayne Speight15 Bev McClureTotal 44Final running total is:AIR with 1st, 3rd and 1st Total 5EARTH with 3rd, 1st and 2nd Total 6FIRE with 2nd, 2nd and 3rd Total 7WATER with 4th, 4th and 4th Total 12Therefore AIR is the winning team.Thanks to all those who have taken part in the Summer Series and entered into the spirit of the event.What a lovely course for the cross country a bit hard over the first mile and half but beautiful scenary on the way and quite fast over the last mile.Thanks to our marshals, Jack and BrianI'll collect all the course taping tomorrow all being well.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=306 2011-06-16 15:43:16 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=306TEAM result1st EARTH 2 Jimmy Morris3 Flora Skidmore5 Angus Barnes8 David Smith16 David HeronTotal 34pts2nd FIRE4 Richard Aiston7 David Binns13 Janet Murnin11 Jack Bretherick12 Heather MitchellTotal 547ts3rd AIR6 Martin Hall9 Rob Wakerell10 Colin Watson17 an other15 Bernard DiskenTotal 57pts4th WATER1 Wayne Speight17nobody17nobody17nobody17nobodyTotal 69ptsAfter a Stewards enquiry these results have been altered. P. Schofield & K. Barley have had to be discounted having done the wrong route.J. Murnin & D. Heron have a penalty of 1min 10secs having taken a wrong route.Running total:AIR 1st +3rd =4ptsFIRE 2nd+2nd = 4ptsEARTH 3rd +1st =4ptsWATER 4th +4th =8ptsSo it looks like a fight out in the final cross country race on Thursday 16th June between 3 teams all lying on 4pts.I'm afraid WATER only manage to muster one competitor in each race and don't stand a chance, but I hope they can muster a few more runners in the final race and possibly win this.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=305 2011-06-09 14:21:43 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=305Andrew Cottier Finishes first in the Wharfedale Marathon in 3hrs:3mins:43secshttp://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=303 2011-06-06 03:24:06 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=303result24th Kevin Oates 47m:15s32nd James Morris 47:53155th Colin Watson 61:07272 finishershttp://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=304 2011-06-05 15:01:38 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=3041st team AIRRob Wakerell 1ptMartin Hall 8ptsColin Watson 9Kevin Oates 10Total 28pts2nd team FIREHeather Mitchell 4ptsJack Bretherick 6Richard Aiston 7Andrew Cottier 12Total 29pts3rd team EARTHCharlotte James 2ptsSharon Payne 3David Smith 11Flora Skidmore 15total 314th team WATERJean Entwistle 5an other 16an other 16an other 16total 53ptstherefore :-AIR 1stFIRE 2ndEARTH 3rdWATER 4thhttp://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=302 2011-05-26 14:53:15 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=302I did the Borrowdale Trail Race last Sunday in challenging conditions. The race was started by Billy Bland who also dished out the prizes at the end. The organiser introduced him dryly as 'someone who knows a bit about fell running' to bemused silence from the gathered crowd.Afterwards a competitor started asking him if 'he knew any good routes around Borrowdale' - Knowone seemd to know he was a peerless and world renound fell runner with many of his records still standing after 30 years, including the Bob Graham Round (Under 14 hours and Knowone has got within an hour of it). So I seized my chance to speak to one of fell running titans - normally these sort of people are mobbed after fell races.He was an incredibly modest and amiable lad - He doesnt race anymore as he has problems with his feet, but is still race fit and cycles the area instead. And what were his top tips to good running performance?Well, he got 10 hours of high quality sleep every night when he was actively racing - And he didnt have anything to do with pills and potions, he always made sure he drank plenty of unadulterated water.So remember - Rest and Water.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=301 2011-05-26 14:09:56 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=301Anyone wanting to do the relay ,can you put your name on the list on the notice board along with the leg you want to do along with any leg you know.The date is Sunday 4th of September.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=300 2011-05-15 13:16:11 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=300Has anyone seen my dibber?http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=298 2011-05-05 14:29:47 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=298On the Evening of the 17th of June Abbey Runners are organising a relay run for teams of 5 to complete the Bob Graham Round course.The idea is to finish before 6pm in time for food and beers in Keswick.This will be an exciting weekend for doing the relay, as many people will be attempting the round in both directions on the Solstice weekend.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=297 2011-05-04 05:35:57 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=297Let us know your verdict.Who's Danny Zuko, never heard of himhttp://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=296 2011-04-27 12:59:26 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=296Thanks to Martin for leading a great run out in Calderdale sunshine?http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=295 2011-04-18 08:09:44 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=295THE CLUB HAVE ENTER A TEAM FOR THE RELAY ON THE 8TH OF MAY .BUT WE ARE STILL SHORT OF NUMBERSIF YOU WANT TO DO THE RELAY PLEASE PUT YOUR NAME ON THE BOARD OR LET ME KNOW ON 07770 903230 THANKS JOHNEditors Note:Can you learn English please Johnhttp://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=291 2011-04-08 08:47:24 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=291The presentations will be at the Copper Beech club (BD17 6JZ).Free transport 6:30 pick up at Black Bull Mirfield, 6:45 at rear of Sports Center Dewsbury.Home drop offs on return.See John Calvert (or any committee member for tickets) Only £5 inc DJ & Supper bargan!Another great chance for of us all to get together and party!http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=294 2011-03-25 04:01:08 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=294Here he is surrendering to the marshals at Dewsbury 10k and paying up.Dont wait till YOU are arrested to - pay your subs before you are served with an ASBO.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=293 2011-02-21 10:51:34 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=293THE FINAL X COUNTRY IS ON 21st OF FEB AT PUDSEY. THE COURSE IS THE SAME AS LAST YEAR.START TIME IS 10.30 ALL MEMBERS ARE WELCOME TO COME ALONG AND GET MUDDYhttp://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=292 2011-02-10 13:28:26 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=292This years 10K will be timed by TDL Event Services using the ChronoTrack timing system. This system is similar to the ChampionChip system previously used to time the race in that each entrant will wear a timing device on their shoe that will be "read" by mats. However, the timing device will be a tag, called a D-Tag, that you will receive attached to your race number. You must remove the D-Tag from your race number and attach it to your shoe prior to the race, following the instructions. The tag is secured to entrants' shoes using adhesive. The tag is disposable; it will not be collected after the race. Please ensure your tag is nice and round and not flat under your laces. Please see the video for full instructions. We are not using the optional clip. http://www.chronotrack.com/for-athletes/dtag_video/http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=284 2011-02-02 04:10:21 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=284Kick off those winter blue with a fun fill night out with all your running pals We are have a social night out on FRIDAY 11th Feb Starting at the HEAD of Steam on Huddersfield railway station 8pm. Come and join in the fun -you know you want too. The regulars know these are always good nights.Newcomers now's you chance to find out & join in the fun. This is a great way for us all to get to know each other better, no devision between fast and slow runner on this night, every one is welcome If you know of any one who is not on the "To" list especially new member please pass in the info either verbally of by forwarding this mail. Look forward to see you running in the near future or partying on the 11th. RegardsKing of GrammarAndy Meskimmonhttp://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=282 2011-01-24 10:10:47 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=282The next X Country is this Sunday .We will be meeting at 9 o clock behind the sport centre.The race starts at 10.30. All members are welcome to do the race and the run is FREE!!!Stainland Cross Country9/1/2011Venue Stainland Recreation Ground, Stainland Road, HX4 9HS (Just near the Red Lion Pub).Time 10.30am WYWL Course The WYWL league course is a new course for the 2010/11 season and covers approximately 4.5 miles. The course starts on Stainland Recreation Ground and takes the runners over a variety of tracks and fields around Stainland. The course is a two lap course and consists of one long lap and one shorter lap. The course covers most terrains so it would be advisable to wear trainers with good grip (trail or fell).There a 3 stiles to cross which could be slippery when wet, so please take real care when using them. There is also a short road section of about 30 yards, and although the runners will not need to cross the road, there is no pavement. It will be fully marshalled, but runners are asked to stick to the right hand side of the road.We have negotiated a special agreement with a local farmer to take down part of his fence and cross his land for race day only, so runners should not recce the course beforehand.Parking There are some parking spaces around Stainland recreation ground, however the majority of competitors will have to park in the village. We hope to have access to park at Bowling Green School and marshals will be on hand to direct people.Facilities We will have access to the Red Lion Pub from 9:30, which we will also use for the results. Runners and supporters will be able to use the toilet there and we've made arrangements to serve tea and coffee and some food (Sandwiches and cakes etc) for a small cost.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=278 2011-01-05 14:16:38 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=278West Yorkshire X country winter league Sunday 19th December 2010, organised by Dewsbury Road Runners with the venue at Dewsbury Moor and Lower Spen country park.Same again this year a snow covered course but we were better prepared, the course had been marked out the day before by Dave Binns and his band of helpers. We had a more interesting course making good use of the hills.On the day our male team was 3rd, veterans 2nd and female team 5th, overall we were 3rd on the day keeping us in 3rd place overall after 3 races.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=277 2010-12-20 12:01:38 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=277The Dewsbury Cross Country will be held on Dewsbury Moor.Lower Spen Valley country park.Race starts at 10.30am.Parking and the post Race festivities will be at Dewsbury Moor Rugby Club.If approaching from Dewsbury, follow the directions for Huddersfield, then after 400 yards take a right, then left on the B6117, and the rugby club is about a mile down here on the left.If approaching from the north, take junction 26 off the M62 to Cleckheaton (A638), follow this road 3 miles through Cleck to Heckmondwike centre where you take a right on the B6117 (not the main road to Dewsbury), and after a mile the club is on your right.The Rugby club will provide changing facilities, pie (and vegie pastie) & peas.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=273 2010-12-15 09:30:28 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=273If anyone who is not running and can help please E-mail me. Friends and family will all be made very welcome. The XC will be taking place around the Dewsbury Moor rugby club, we will be meeting at the rugby club at 9.30am on the morning of the 19th. I will direct marshals to the area where they will direct the runners along the course. The race starts at 10.30am and will be over just after 12. There will be pie n peas for a small fee within the rugby club and a raffle afterwards, I would very much appreciate it if raffle prizes could be supplied on the morning.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=274 2010-12-15 09:30:16 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=274Being a little bored at work, Ive decided to write up my training ride from Dewsbury to Tamworth and back. Ok, its not running, but then again neither is orienteering, anyway there was no way I was going to contemplate running this one.If you want to head south from Dewsbury and avoid trunk roads there are basically two options, Holme Moss or Strines Moor. I decide to meet the challenge head on and take the Holmfirth route over the pennines, then it should all seem like down hill after. I pack 2 water bottles, some energy bars, a gel, basic clothing and toolkit. To navigate I have a garmin AND the sat nav thing that comes with my phone which I mount on the handlebars.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=254 2010-12-15 04:19:11 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=254Calderdale Way relay on Sunday 12 December is cancelled.They're trying to arrange a new date.For those of you who use apostrophes I did try to put one in the heading but the software won't wear it.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=272 2010-12-09 13:47:23 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=272Andy Cottier wins the Sportsman of the Year Award at the Frontier Club, Batley last Monday evening 22nd November. Presentation was by BBC Look North presenter Tanya Arnold, Treena Johnson was runner up in the Sportswoman of the Year catgory.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=271 2010-12-01 05:58:45 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=271Please come along, this is event is free and available to all club members, you just need to turn up on the day with a club vest (there are spares available).We are meeting in the car park at the rear of the sports centre at 8.45 am.There is usually some free or cheap food available afterwards.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=269 2010-11-25 10:18:34 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=269The date of the 2010 Dewsbury 10K is Sunday 6 February (at 9am).Entry form will be available shorlty.Bernard Diskenhttp://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=266 2010-11-22 14:53:20 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=266Treena Johnson and Andy Cottier have been shortlisted for the Reporter Sportswoman and Sportsman of the Year awards.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=265 2010-11-01 13:52:14 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=265All members are welcome to an evening of excitement and epicurean delights in up and coming Batley.Come on, its better than Wakefield.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=264 2010-10-26 11:04:28 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=264We haven't seen Ahmed at the club now for quite a while.He is working in Aylesbury Monday to Friday so he has no chance of getting to Dewsbury for the club runs, he is still a member of our club though, but he has joined a local club down Aylesbury called Bearbrook Joggers so that he can keep up his running, he sends his regards to all our members.If anyone would like to run with Ahmed at weekends please give him a ring on 493197The picture of Ahmed is at a club event called cat and mouse, whatever that entails.Ahmed says they get 50 members on their runs and says have a look at their club site.http://www.bearbrookjoggers.co.ukhttp://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=263 2010-10-15 15:06:37 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=263THE DATES FOR THE RACES ARE 7TH NOVEMBER LBT 28TH NOVEMBER IDLE 19TH DECEMBER DEWSBURY9TH JANUARY STAINLAND20TH FEBUARY PUDSEYTHERE IS AN EXTRA DATE (28TH OF FEBUARY) FOR ANY OF THE RACES THAT ARE CANCELLED BECAUSE OF BAD WEATHER.ALL RACES START AT A NEW TIME OF 10.30SCORING IS 7 MEN TO COUNT LADIES TEAM IS NOW 4 TO COUNT INSTEAD OF 3ALL MEMBERS ARE INVITED TO RACE AND ENTRY IS FREE.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=262 2010-09-28 15:17:12 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=262Can i remind all that we are meeting at the West Riding Dewsbury for the trip to Stalybridge this Saturday 18th September 2010 at 3.30pm.All members are invited, so please make an effort to join us.Regards Glennhttp://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=261 2010-09-15 05:47:49 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=261WE ARE HOPING TO PUT TWO TEAMS IN THE RELAY SO WE NEED 24 RUNNERS. FOR THE NEW MEMBERS ITS A RELAY RUN IN PAIRS OVER 6 LEGS.CLUB NEED TO KNOW BY 21 OF SEPTEMBER . A LIST IS UP ON THE NOTICE BOARD FOR NAMES OR CONTACT JOHN CALVERT 07770903230 OR DAVE BINNS ON 07900468774http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=260 2010-09-14 15:35:44 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=260MARTIN IS HAVING A PARTY AT THORNHILL CRICKET CLUB ON THE 9TH OF OCTOBER STARTING AT 7.30 THE THEME IS 70S SO FANCY DRESS IS A OPTIONAL. PLEASE CONTACT GAIL ON 07799257182 FOR CATERING NUMBERS.ALL MEMBERS ARE MOST WELCOME.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=259 2010-08-10 14:52:59 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=259I ended up having half a day to prepare all my kit for this thing, so it was a frenetic blur of bike-bags and last minute changes to avoid disqualification, as will be revealed.The registration booklet, as I learned, missed nearly all the vital information on how to check in various items of kit, where to do this, and what you will get disqualified for (which turned out to be a long list). All this info was in the race briefing which I had of course missed. The phrase 'they went through all that at the briefing' kept on being repeated to me in a variety of foreign accents.Frustration increased after racking my bike, as everyone was busily putting their labels, various chip tags and bags of equipment here and there as if it was second bloody nature. I collared a few bemused euro-randomers and eventually worked it out.Confidence was also being eroded by the weather forecast (35C), and the extensive array of superior hardware. Disc wheels were ten a penny here, and everyone's bikes were bristling with things I did not have. Knowhere in sight were the reassuring mountain bikes present in numbers at Leeds Tri.There was still time to trail around the mind-numbing 'Ironman City', which is fine if you like pumping techno and being effectively told that all your equipment is shit.I had under-estimated the seriousness and entry level of this event. Getting up at 4am was going to be hard.MorningThe bus was at 5am, so 4am was out of bed time. Downstairs at breakfast there was a big table again with a bloody film crew going around interviewing people - not what you want when you are trying to croissant-load and worry with you head down, They even followed us out to the bus-stop.On the bus I chatted to a chap from St. Albans who informed me of yet more race-briefing stuff, there was a section on the ride where you would be disqualified for overtaking, naturally. Also, there are 2 climbs in the lap you do twice, one is 1000ft. Great. He emphasised the need to go steady because of the heat (He didnt take his own advice and re-appeared at the hotel at 11pm after being stuck on a drip).So, into Ironman bloody City and last minute alterations to my bags of stuff. Then confusion over where to suit up, this was probably in the briefing. I wasnt the only one, I followed a bunch of people who turned out to have gone completely wrong, luckily the tanoy bloke spotted us all, and informed us in an Arnie like Austrian drawl 'And now I am worried about people here with their kit bags, you guys should be in ze iron-dome, as was in ze race briefing instructions'.Good Grief, it still takes ages to find the Iron-Whatever. Follow ze orders Englisher.In a last minute loo-stop I am informed in the queue that wearing my vest number under the wetsuit would get me disqualified - bloody-why??I end up running back to transition to dump my vest, and then running to the Iron-Ness to suit up, then up to the pier. Please no more, I half expected someone to say my swimhat was illegal or something, there was no number on it (there was about 5 numbers on everything else + a chip), but no - I had made it, and in some ways the most difficult stuff was over.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=258 2010-07-20 15:05:40 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=258I am hoping to start sorting the teams out .So if you have not put your name down on a form in the sport centre can you please let me know ASAP.New members are welcome to do the relay.We needed 24 runners to enter two teams at present there is 22 runners.So places are available.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=257 2010-07-07 13:16:03 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=257LONG RUN (9M)RIGHT out of sports centre and LEFT under underpass, RIGHT and follow road to Eastborough until car park on the RIGHT, head up through car park keeping right, at the top path open up to Caulms Wood. Follow Higher path to Hanging Heaton.At path exit follow Kirkgate to High Street heading East, then LEFT down path towards Grange Farm, cross under main road and follow path straight ahead to farm.(S)Go straight ahead through gate and continue to Croft Farm taking a LEFT turn through a field just before the main road.Turn RIGHT at the road, and immediate LEFT onto a footpath across the field, then LEFT at fence, turn RIGHT at top of field and follow to the quarry access road.(M)Follow road North, then LEFT at the Brick Works. Then RIGHT at the path junction, through the golf course.Straight ahead till path becomes Golf Course access path. Then to Scotchman Lane. Turn RIGHT then take path LEFT through fields to motorway. Follow path (passing motorway bridge) into a wood, follow main path LEFT then RIGHT through wood, then LEFT at wood exit.Turn RIGHT on track and follow to Leeds Country Way, where you come of the track LEFT following path into wood, and then LEFT following LCW south all the way to Scotchman lane.Cross road RIGHT/LEFT and back onto LCW, follow path till it becomes road (leaving LCW race route), and follow through Lower Soothill, Lady Ann Road, LEFT on Broomsdale Road, follow to Soothill Lane (or take path over the common).Cross main road, and take Oaks Road (LEFT or RIGHT depending on how you get to Soothill Road), take access road RIGHT down side of cattery (signposted as footpath) and then follow enclosed path on right side of road, follow twists and turns to Grange Road, cross road, LEFT then RIGHT to follow access road. Turn LEFT at T then pick up path RIGHT up hill, cross access road and take path up ginnel which opens into path over heath, sweep RIGHT then LEFT coming up to the road to the side of the derelict building.Turn RIGHT on road following Commonside, then signposted path LEFT which begins as access road and heads up to Caulms Wood then home on lower path avoiding main road.MEDIUM RUN (5M)Follow long run until (M) thenTurn LEFT across old Leeds Country Way, through new K gate then left down hill before Howley Ruin, turn LEFT over stream and follow path RIGHT through the back of Soothill to main road, cross road and turn RIGHT to turn LEFT on Oaks road, then follow Long Route home.SHORT RUN (3.5M)Follow long run until (S) thenTurn LEFT following Sykes Lane until access road, cross road and straight on onto Fort Ann Road, then it becomes Oaks Road, turn LEFT after the cattery following footpath sign and follow long route home.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=256 2010-06-29 04:55:52 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=256LONG RUN 8.3 MILESLEFT out of Sports Centre, pick up greenway to main road then LEFT over bridge and RIGHT following path to viaduct. Turn LEFT and follow path back to main road.Turn RIGHT over the road bridge and RIGHT following road for 100 yards. Then turn RIGHT through car park and through a gate to pick up the river path for 100 yards till there is a path on the left.(S)Follow path STRAIGHT ON following the river, across the pont bridge all the way to raventhorpe road.(M)STRAIGHT ON following river all the Way to Ship Inn.RIGHT over bridge then LEFT and down to canal. Follow canal all the way to the main road.Turn around and reverse route all the way home.MEDIUM RUN 5 MILESTurn around at (M)SHORT RUN 3.5 MILESTurn around at (S)http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=255 2010-06-24 08:00:00 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=255LONG RUN (7.5M)RIGHT out of sports centre. RIGHT onto Wakefield Road - Cross and take first LEFT - Old Bank Road, follow all the way till it rejoins Wakefield Road and take LEFT to junction with Bywell Road.(S)Cross junction and take path LEFT over Chickenly heath - cross Owl Lane and follow path, cross Chidswell lane and follow path.(M)Follow path until the school where it becomes a T and turn LEFT and follow path until it becomes Leeds Country Way and follow (reverse to race route) until before drop down to Hill Top Farm take track/road LEFT to B6124. Turn RIGHT then pick up path LEFT past Scargill Wood.At Leeds road turn RIGHT then LEFT up road to quarry, when road turns sharp right go straight on following path over hill top, drop down to a new k gate and go LEFT downhill, LEFT again and RIGHT (up hill) through Soothill wood. Cross style over fence and run up the hill and through gate following LCW (reverse race route) again.Run up ginnel and through estate, cross main road and turn RIGHT before the school. Leave LCW going RIGHT then LEFT following path to rear of estate, then through estate onto Kirklees way.Follow Kirklees way to main road, cross and follow up to Hanging Heaton. Then Kirklees way/Caulms wood home taking lower path to avoid Leeds Road.MEDIUM (5.2M)Follow long run until (M). Then...Turn LEFT on first available footpath, follow to Windsor farm and take road to Chidswell. RIGHT then first LEFT down access road following old Grange Road, then onto road, over roundabout and take path - Kirklees Way - LEFT and follow LONG RUN instructions home.SHORT (3.6M)Follow long run until (S). Then...Turn LEFT up Bywell Road. First RIGHT into Bywell Close, LEFT then RIGHT, take footpath RIGHT and follow over heath past school to Leeds Road.Turn RIGHT then after 100 yards LEFT on High Street passed Hanging Heaton WMC. Turn LEFT after church and follow road to pick up Kirklees way (See long Route).http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=253 2010-06-22 03:21:15 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=253LONG RUN (8.25 miles)REMEMBER TO CHECK THE MAP - My directions are not EXACT.LEFT out of sports centre until Greenway cycle path and follow to road, cross road and continue on path, then fork LEFT before the aquaduct, follow path by river to main road. Now turn RIGHT over bridge.(S)Keep RIGHT on road for about 100 yards then RIGHT through a car park to pick up river path.(M)First LEFT takes you on path under railway bridge (disused). Continue over canal to mushroom farm, then to main road, turn LEFT then RIGHT to follow path past school then LEFT and RIGHT onto Ouzelwell lane.Keep LEFT up hill to follow path as it becomes a road, through estate now keeping RIGHT until main road. Cross road and take steps down to next road.Cross road and follow kirklees wat to Flat Top pub. On left of pub follow steps down and Kirklees way all the way down then up to Four Lane Ends. Cross main road and RIGHT over rectory grounds, then through gap in wall to road. Turn RIGHT passing school, LEFT over disused railway, LEFT then RIGHT down to canal, over bridge and LEFT all the way back on canal passing Leggers.MEDIUM RUN (5.25 miles)Follow LONG RUN until (M) above THENInstead of turning left go STRAIGHT ON following the river, then at the bridge over the canal turn LEFT and follow canal all the way to the canal junction at Savile Town.Then follow LONG RUN route home on canal passing Leggers.SHORT RUN (3.5 miles)Follow LONG RUN until (S) above THENCross the road, then the main road and take the road to the RIGHT of the church up a small hill. At the end turn LEFT and pick up a path RIGHT through a gate which takes you through the woods, eventually this path goes LEFT out of the wood through a style in the fence to open park - keep RIGHT and follow fence to pick up a track to the main road.At the main road turn RIGHT, cross the railway bridge then LEFT down a track to the canal junction.Finally turn LEFT on canal and follow home.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=252 2010-06-17 09:19:18 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=252I saw Mick yesterday evening, it was a brief visit as strictly it was out of visiting hours.He was a bit groggy as he had just been woken up, but seemed remarkably well.He has obviously had a very nasty fall, and there is still some swelling from that, but his eye is better.I told him about our run, but he seemed to think the summer series was still going and asked me about handicaps.He also said that we need to consider protective headgear while running, but something more lightweight than a crash helmet!I passed on our best wishes, he then joked that only two of us can come at a time so we would have to queue outside.The unit he is in is next to the ICU and has a direct number of 01924 512099.Visiting is 2.30-4.30pm and 6.30-8.00pm (limit of 2 at one time)Im sure he would like to see some of us. He seemed very well behaved! Maybe Glenn could print out some of the jokes he sends.Oh, and he has done very well on the nurse front, they seem to assigned him a stunning blond. Must be his connections.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=251 2010-06-16 02:27:14 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=251LONG RUN (8 miles)RIGHT out of sports centre, RIGHT on Wakefield Road then LEFT on Old Bank Road and Left again up Hollinroyd Road to Sugar Lane (Left) and follow Kirklees way through Caulms wood to Hanging Heaton.Take path down Hill to LEFT heading for Grange Farm, Then turn RIGHT on the old Grange Road to main road.SHORT ROUTE (3.5 miles): Now head back on Leeds Road.Now turn LEFT then first RIGHT to pick up Leeds Country Way. Head south at the second path junction to Gawthorpe.Turn RIGHT on road and keep right to the roundabout, cross footbridge and straight on to off license.MEDIUM ROUTE (6.5 miles): Now head back on Wakefield road.Now turn LEFT and pick up path across Chickenly Heath. Cross road and follow the main path to style at end. Sharp right to follow access road till you see a path LEFT, follow to Kirklees way then follow Kirklees way home except use our old cross country course variation (cutting a corner off then avoiding the gypsy encampment).http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=250 2010-06-15 07:19:18 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=250For those that wanting to travel in convoy or need a lift to joe percy we are meeting at 6.15 Behind the sport centre leaving at 6.30http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=249 2010-06-10 23:43:28 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=249A quote from an email received:"Better news regarding Michael Wood yesterday, According to his sister in-law, Mick has been awake and is talking to his family, he now say's he wants to go home. They have taken him off the ventilator, he is stable and they are hoping to get him off the ICU ward and onto the Coronary ward today. All in All looking positive."http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=248 2010-06-10 03:25:58 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=248This should be a lively night out bearing in mind the England game taking place.Meet at Wetherspoons (Union Rooms) before 6.45 if possible as it will get packed.Later destinations should be Legends bar and Club X.A Saturday race is not advised.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=247 2010-06-10 02:12:58 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=247http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=240 2010-06-02 04:18:46 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=240Mick collapsed last night on a club run, and is recovering in hospital.We all wish him a speedy recovery and hope he gets well soon.In light of this the summer series (which he organizes) will be postponed and possibly canceled.I hope to have an update on Micks status later today or tomorrow.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=245 2010-06-02 04:16:55 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=245I KNOW ITS EARLY BUT ANYONE WANTING TO DO THE RELAY CAN YOU KEEP SUNDAY 5TH OF SEPTEMBER FREE I WILL BE PUTTING A NOTICE UP FOR NAMES OF RUNNERS WANTING TO ENTERhttp://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=244 2010-05-28 01:16:49 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=244Richard Aistons FIRE team win 1st race in summer series.Thirty runners made an appearance for this race and they were set off in handicap order i.e. slowest starting off first, this of course caused an headache for the timekeeping at the finish, with runners finishing in clusters. New member Rob Wakerell beat the handicapper as he strolled over the line 68 seconds ahead of team fire captain Richard Aiston.Kevin Ogden posted a course record time of 21min 54 secshttp://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=243 2010-05-26 13:28:13 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=243Glenn Sykes asks me to let you know the dates for this years Summer Series Races, they are:Tuesday 25th May 4 mile raceTuesday 8th June 6 mile raceThursday 17th June X countryFriday 25th June Social Evening and Presentation at St. Joseph's (arranged by Glenn Sykes)http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=242 2010-05-18 04:11:08 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=242From the team captain John CalvertThe club have entered this race and it is open to all club members. Anyone wishing to do this race please put your name on the form on the notice board or let me know 07770903230. New members to the club are especially welcome.Details as followsJOE PERCY 10K7-30pm MONDAY 14 June 2010The course is a potentially fast, two-lap, gently undulating, rural course, it starts and finishes at Thurstoneland Cricket Club, which has some showering facilities, toilets and a bar!The following clubs have been invited to take part in this 'pre-entry' only club competition.Denby Dale Travellers, Dewsbury Road Runners, Halifax Harriers AC, Holmfirth Harriers AC, Huddersfield Road Runners, Longwood Harriers AC, Meltham AC, Penistone Footpath Runners, Spenborough & District AC, Stadium Runners, Stainland Lions, Wakefield District Harriers AC.Scoring is kept simple with the first 10 finishers in each club to count. There's an annual trophy awarded to the winning club and commemorative awards will be given to each scoring member of the first three teams.Finishers will be issued with a number which they must pass on to their team'manager' who will record the race number, full name, veteran caegory and race position on the team sheet(s).http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=241 2010-05-13 09:43:10 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=241The Dewsbury Cross Country will be held on Dewsbury Moor.Lower Spen Valley country park.Parking and the post Race festivities will be at Dewsbury Moor Rugby Club (ringed on the map near the top).Ringed at the bottom is the main Huddersfield road out of Dewsbury (A644). If approaching from Dewsbury, follow the directions for Huddersfield, then after 400 yards take a right on the B6117, and the rugby club is about a mile down here on the left.If approaching from the north, take junction 26 off the M62 to Cleckheaton (A638), follow this road 3 miles through Cleck to Heckmondwike centre where you take a left on the B6117 (not the main road to Dewsbury), and after a mile the club is on your right.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=237 2010-02-15 10:32:29 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=2377:30 - 8:00 Henry BOONS pub Westgate Wakefield (Next to the station). A good time will be had by all. All welcome, just turn up. Thanks RegardsAndrewhttp://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=239 2010-02-08 10:26:11 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=239The race takes part at Bankhouse Bottom, Fullneck, Pudsey.The Finish is ringed, and there are a couple of small car parks and on road parking around this.The best way is to head for the main roundabout near Thornbury barracks - junction of B6154 and A647, then follow the B6154 south for just over a half mile and follow a right turn to Bankhouse/Fullneck, then right again after 200 yards (see map) and just look for all the runners/cars!The start is half a mile away, and you will be directed there.As for the race itself, its a fast downhill, two muddy hilly laps, and a hard climb straight up to Bankhouse - you have been warned!http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=235 2010-01-27 04:12:06 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=235Stainland have now confirmed they will not be hosting a x country race on the 7th of March. The league will be run over the 4 race instead of 5http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=232 2010-01-20 13:00:16 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=232Glenn Sykes says we can use Dewsbury Moor Rugby Club for our X Country race in February.He has organised a run from Dewsbury Moor Rugby Club, Heckmondwike Road, top of Carr Lane, on Sunday 6th December at 10-00am.Everybody are welcome to come for a run round the possible course.See you all there.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=231 2009-11-27 05:32:33 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=231Well we had 25 runners turn out for the race at Skipton over what would be a 3 lap muddy course, three laps means quite a few runners would be lapped, not ideal. We had a casualty on the first lap with Maxine dropping out, that was a blow for the ladies team as they were already depleted. Kevin Ogden had an outstanding race in sixth place to lead our runners home, but for the best running style I would give to Mark Oldroyd his arms and legs moving in unison he stood out in all the runners. For the worst running style I will have to give to Andy Cottier he looked stiff round the hips and legs and sometime gives the appearance he's running lame.Our men overall finished second.Veterans overall were fourthand Women overall were sixthThe team overall finished 4thhttp://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=230 2009-11-21 12:52:39 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=230Following on from the AGM on Thursday 12 November, it became official that Dave Binns was standing down from the prestigous role of Men's Team Captain, with John Calvert being the lucky guy to stand in his muddy fell shoes!Whilst Flo and myself were dragging ourselves over Stoodley Pike today, up to our knees in mud, I began thinking about what Dave has put himself through.The words that initially spring to mind are "complete nutter"! This converstion cropped up today when Flo remembered that the last time she'd done leg 2 of the Calderdale Way Relay, she did it with Dave - very steadily. This was because, as ever, we were short of runners so Dave took it upon himself to do leg 1,then keeping hold of the baton to continue straight on to do leg 2. Dave thought this was a good idea at the time - I guess he soon began to regret it - he did it though!Then cast your mind back to the Dewsbury Cross Country at Oakwell Hall in 2007. On speaking to lovely Angie (Dave's wife), her face said it all. Dave had been up at some ungodly hour, marking out the route in the dark (nutter!), followed by running the race, then clearing up after. I'm surprised he didn't play a part in the buttie making task for the runners.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=229 2009-11-15 11:40:39 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=229We will be meeting at the Head of Steam pub in sunny Huddersfield.We will wait for members from 7.30 to 8.15 so dont be late!http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=228 2009-10-21 10:19:31 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=228After a very good 2008 with plenty of personal bests, including a London Marathon time of 3hr 11, I was confronted with 2009. How did it all go so wrong? How could I go from Love running to Hate running in one swift and unexpected movement? When the pain kicks in, I stop, simple as that!I decided to briefly tell you about my spectacular list of DNFs during 2009. Various titles have rumbled through my head for this masterpiece, such as 1 The Key to Successful DNFing2 How to DNF Successfully3 DNFing with a Smile on your face4 A DNF, A Failure.Brass Monkey January 2009Managed to get to approximately 1.5 miles and stopped dont know why, I just did. I felt upset about it but I soon forgot after wandering into York for an Americano!Liversedge Half Marathon February 2009Got halfway (better than Brass Monkey) before I decided Id had enough. Took my number off and ran in the opposite direction with a smile on my face! I was even brave enough to head back and watch the presentations.Trimpell 20One that I actually finished! I was spotted at around the 9 mile mark not looking happy was the quote. My excuse was Id just returned from a trip down under and was jet lagged!!! I staggered round in 2hr 35 compared to 2008 time of 2hr 20 I hated every minute.London Marathon April 2009This has got to be the ultimate of all DNFs! The creme de la creme! Managed to stagger over Tower Bridge (previous year I was skipping over!). I did actually have a knee problem this time, but no excuses, a DNF is a DNF! I have to say I enjoyed being interviewed by the BBC for this one and to ensure ultimate BBC coverage, I announced into the fluffy mike This is the Greatest Marathon in the World! Yuk, it ended up on the cutting room floor no doubt!I have to say, there were tears for this one what a flippin loser.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=225 2009-10-01 13:05:17 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=225Twelve club runners turned out this evening to air their fast twitch muscles.Result:- actual time handicap time1 Kevin Oates 31m34s 55:292 Andrew Cottier 32:00 54:303 David Smith 35:38 54:284 Jonathan Smith 38:27 53:525 Andrew Parker 38:34 52:596 Andrew Stringer40:19 54:447 Paul Shields 43:26 54:368 Tracey Rhodes 44:06 55:219 Anne Milner 49:02 56:0710 Susan Hope 51:22 57:4211 David Whittingham51:46 56:0612 Andrea Woodside 52:12 53:571st Male Kevin Oates1st Female Tracey Rhodes1st Handicap Andrew Parkerhttp://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=227 2009-09-24 14:20:14 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=227A seesawing performance saw Dewsbury 'A' in first place at the end of leg 2, eventually finishing at 7th.Dave Smith and Flo were the pick of the B team, cruising in on 1h30m and 12th spot.There were some unusual incidents, including handbags on Leg 1 by a team that didnt want to be followed, and Andy Meskimmon on Leg 4 being repeatedly accused of cheating (a case of mistaken identity).There was no trademark vomiting from Mick Wood as he wasnt running.Treena and Join Calvert bagged a fastest mixed prize, as did Flo and David.Next year Treena, Flo and Maxine will be auctioning their mixed partner services on ebay - which guarantee silverware.Reserve prices are likely to start at £50 + transport + energy drink.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=224 2009-09-21 17:14:23 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=224Dates for your diary information from John Calvert & David Binns1st x Country Race8th November at Skipton 2nd20th December at Temple Newsam 3rd race is10th January 2010 at Stainland4th race31st January at Pudsey5th race21st February at DewsburyPresentation 13th March possibly at BaildonPlate Final 24th March in Derbyshire.All runners please try to take part in all of the above events.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=226 2009-09-21 12:44:55 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=226Start of Leg 5. The Chapel Allerton pair in green were by far the strongest. Bernard Disken (Dewsbury) is in the black but his colleague David Greenwood managed to hide from view.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=223 2009-09-08 10:33:06 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=223The course is a testing 4 miles.RESULT:1 Peter Hill 26:532 Stephen Milner 28:033 Flora Skidmore 28:514 Anthony Audsley 29:475 Jonathan Smith 29:516 Peter Morton 33:097 Dorota Duraj 35:058 Louise Kemp 35:469 Anne Milner 36:4610 Susan Hope 37:1511 David Whittingham 37:40DNF Janet MurninPrizes: 1st Male- Peter Hill1st Female- Flora Skidmore1st Handicap- Jonathan Smithhttp://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=222 2009-08-21 02:37:33 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=222THE SEVENTEENTH JOE PERCY 10KMonday 15th JUNE 2009Congratulations to Andrew Pearson for achieving a new course record (30 seconds wiped off the previous one) and thanks to all for making this a record turn-out, despite ominous thunder clouds above us! A good old British summerhttp://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=221 2009-08-18 09:07:19 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=221Team resultWater 1stA.Bradbury 2G.Sykes 5J.Whitelaw 6P.Hill 12J.Calvert 15S,Lee 18Total 58Fire Equal 2ndB. Disken 3R.Aiston 7T.Rhodes 14J.Morris 16S.Milner 17L.Kemp 23Total 80Air equal 2ndD.Clancy 4A.Meskimmon 8J.Smith 9M.Haley 18P.Morton 20B.Parker 21Total 80Earth 4thJ.Oldroyd 1F.Skidmore 10D.Smith 11K.Long 13C.Watson 24D.Duraj 25Total 84Overall so far1st WATER 1,2,1 = 42nd AIR 2,1,2 = 53rd FIRE 3,3,2 = 84th EARTH 4,4,4 = 12Overall Handicap winner(s)A tie Peter Hill & Alexis Bradburyeach had a 1st & 2nd finishhttp://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=220 2009-06-17 05:04:43 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=220Dewsbury 'A' team finish 3rd behind Halifax Harriers & Holmfirth Harriers11 Andrew Guiseley 36:1817 Jimmy Morris 37:1919 Kevin Oates 37:3122 Andrew Meskimmon37:4333 John Calvert 39:1036 Alexis Bradbury 39:3442 Peter Hill 40:0356 Frederick Nong 41:4358 Richard Aiston 41:4871 David Smith 42:4689 Flora Skidmore 43:48130 Jonathan Smith 46:35133 Bernard Disken 46:55151 Glenn Sykes 48:59153 Colin Watson 49:11163 Leanne Entwistle50:03182 Liz Smith-Calvert51:58190 Jean Entwistle 53:40198 Janet Murnin 55:10204 Dorota Duraj 55:39218 Susan Sykes 65:04http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=219 2009-06-16 14:37:10 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=219Team position after 2 racesAIR: 2nd & 1st = 3WATER: 1st & 2nd = 3FIRE: 3rd & 3rd = 6EARTH: 4th & 4th = 82nd race counting runnersAIRD.Almond 5A.Meskimmon 6P.Morton 9F.Nong 12E.Smith-Calvert 13Total 45WATERP.Hill 1A.Bradbury 4K.Ogden 8D.Awty 18H.Mitchell 20Total 51FIREJ.Morris 2M.Worden 10K.Oates 11B.Disken 15K.Barley 19Total 57EARTHF.Skidmore 3K.Long 7D.Smith 14C.Watson 21J.Oldroyd 25Total 70http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=217 2009-06-14 09:11:11 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=217We have ONE free entry for the Jane Tomlinson 10K in Leeds on 21 June.Could any Dewsbury Road Runners member who wants it please e-mail met at btd.diskenandco.co.uk I am dealing with this on a FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED basis.If I have heard nothing by 10 am on Friday at the latest the offer will lapse and the number will go unused.BERNARD DISKENhttp://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=216 2009-06-02 09:36:43 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=216Team positions after first race:1st. Water:A.Bradbury 1P.Hill 2H. Mitchell 8G. Sykes 11J. Whitelaw 12total 342nd AirB.Parker 3M. Haley 4J. Entwistle 7F. Nong 9A. Meskimmon 17total 403rd FireR. Aiston 5J. Murnin 10A. Audsley 13K. Oates 21B. Disken 25total 744th EarthK.Long 5S. Hope 14F. Skidmore 16I. Ahmed 26F. Ahmed 27total 88http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=215 2009-05-28 02:31:35 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=215http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=214 2009-04-06 07:36:11 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=214The WYCCWL final event was at Baildon on Sunday 8th February.Dewsbury RR's Men finished 3rd, Veterans were 3rd, Women 2nd and on the day the team were 2nd overall.The final positions in the League were:Stainland 7984Pudsey 7823Dewsbury 7819LBT 7055Baildon 6738Skipton 6144Idle AC 6136http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=212 2009-02-09 09:48:00 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=212Meet behind Sports Centre at 11AM for those wanting a lift.Click Here for course details.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=211 2009-02-06 03:42:28 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=211The entry form for the 2009 Dewsbury 10K is being prepared and should be on the website by Sunday 16 November at the latest (hopefuly earlier).The race is on Sunday 1 February at 9 am, course is unchanged from last year.Online entry will also be available.Bernard Disken, Race directorhttp://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=196 2008-12-11 02:55:57 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=196You can now enter online at www.ukresults.net/onlineHard copy entry forms are being printed this week and will appear on this (DRR) website.The race in on Sunday 1 Febraury at 9 amApologies for delay.Bernard DiskenRace directorhttp://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=198 2008-12-11 02:55:35 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=198Dont forget, your last chance to win the Grand Prix (or fastest runner championship) is this sunday.This is the traditional cut off point.Treena can lie in, so can Paul Ward.Those who CANT lie in:Elizabeth, Susan, Colin, Wayne.You know who you are! Best of luck ...http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=202 2008-11-21 09:26:43 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=202Richard Aiston and Bernard Disken at the start of Leg 5.Can someone teach Bernard how to put his number on?http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=195 2008-09-04 10:18:00 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=195This is the high standard league - we did not enter last year.Races this year are:Sun 12 Oct OtleySun 26 Oct SkyracSat 15 Nov WetherbySun 7 Dec WakefieldIf you want to enter ps let me have £7.00 by 14 Sept at the latest.I WILL NOT ENTER ANYONE WHO HAS NOT PAID ME IN ADVANVE.In addition as we have not hosted an event in this leageue you will need TO ORGANISE 4 HELPERS TO SET UP THE COURSE (I htink this means just at one event).I am putting the details on the notice board. http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=192 2008-08-13 01:38:43 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=192Monique Hollinshead completed a Double Ironman on the 2/3 August weekend, said to be the first time this distance of a Triathlon event as taken place in the UK. Monique finished in 14th place and was first female finisher doing the 4.8 mile swim in 2:46:04, the 224 mile bike ride in 15:21:00 and the 52 mile run in 10:29:22 with a total time of 28:36:26.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=191 2008-08-09 11:17:30 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=191Michael Wood was among the 3546 competitors taking part in the World Masters Orienteering Championships in Portugal. The events were around the Leiria region, central west Portugal, with the opening ceremony at the city of Marinha Grande where 39 countries paraded behind their flags.The first event was the sprint qualification race in Leiria, the race started near Leiria Castle and finished in the main square and Michael finished 55th of 70 in 27mins01secs in heat 4 making a 5 minute error at one control, this ensured he would be in the 'C' finalhttp://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=190 2008-07-17 16:10:06 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=190After a mix-up with the team results where Dews.R.R's were left out, the organiser was asked to look for Dewsbury's results, he had another look through the forms and soon found them.As he had already given the finishing positions out it was a bit disappointing to some teams when he had to place Dewsbury into 2nd place with a total of 285 points. Halifax were 1st team.Dewsbury's team was: A.GuiseleyK.OatesA.MeskimmonM.HallD.AlmondJ.MorrisS.SchofieldJ.CalvertM.BaldwinJ.Maddisonand thanks to the 3 substitutes:A.Kerner, L.Entwistle and J.Entwistle.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=189 2008-07-01 04:59:08 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=189A team :Stephen Schofield John CalvertRichard AistonMatthew BaldwinAdrian KernerElizabeth Smith-CalvertPaul SchofielB team :Glenn SykesJack BretherickDavid WhittinghamJanet MurninKate BarleyBernard DiskenKeith LongTariq MahmoodC team :Iftikhar AhmedFlora SkidmoreAndrew CottierAndrew GuiseleySusan SykesJames Maddison Rachel SpilsburyFiona LeeD team :Andrew MeskimmonMaxine WordenKevin OatesSusan HopeColin watsonDavid SmithTreena JohnsonPeter MortonCaroline FelceMartin KayeTeam scores before we go into the deciding relay on Thursday 19th June.(position teams finished in 3 Summer Series races)A team 2 11total 4B team442total 10C team332total 8D team 124total 7http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=188 2008-06-18 05:39:54 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=188Individual winner of the Summer Series Handicap was:Richard Aiston.Results:-Best two races count.Richard Aiston 15, 2, 3 = 5Iftikhar Ahmed 1, 6, 13 = 7Stephen Schofield 4, 7, 11 = 11Kate Barley 19, 10, 1 = 11Flora Skidmore 8, 14, 4 = 12Kevin Oates 3, 10 = 13John Calvert 12, 1, 18 = 13Eliz. Smith-Calvert 12, 2 = 14Andy Meskimmon 3, 11,14 = 14Maxine Worden 10, 5 = 15Matthew Baldwin 8, 9, 8 = 16Glennn Sykes 16, 8, 9 = 17Adrian Kerner 14, 6 = 20David Smith 13, 7 = 20Andrew Cottier 6, 15= 21James Maddison 21, 5 = 26Colin Watson 17, 13,16= 29Paul Schofield 16,17= 33Susan Sykes 18, 19, 22=37Rachel Spilsbury 18, 21= 39http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=187 2008-06-11 13:25:31 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=187Team 'B' only had 3 runners to fiinish the course, Jack and Janet failed to complete the course and new member Keith Long took a wrong route.Therefore all teams will have their best 3 results to count.Team 'A' go into the lead with John Calvert placed 1st, Richard Aiston placed 2nd and Stephen Schofield placed 7th, making a total of 10, this added to their first race score makes their score 63.Team'D'scorersKevin Oates 3rdMaxine Worden 5thAndrew Meskimmon 11th Total 19 + 48 from 1st race = 67Team 'C' scorersAndrew Guiseley 4thIftikhar Ahmed 6thFlora Skidmore 14th Total 24 + 54 from 1st race = 78Team 'B' scorersGlenn Sykes 8thKate Barley 10thBernard Disken 15th Total 33 + 55 from 1st race = 88Note: Kate Barley lost 10secs at the start, moving her from 14th to 10th in the finishing order when the 10secs was adjusted.Paul Schofield also lost 10secs at the start but this didn't make any difference to the placings.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=186 2008-06-07 08:46:07 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=186Team Results'A' TeamStephen Schofield 4Matthew Baldwin 8John Calvert 12Adrian Kerner 14Richard Aiston 15 Total 53'B; TeamDavid Whittingham 2Jack Bretherick 7Janet Murnin 11Glenn Sykes 16Kate Barley 19 Total 55'C' TeamIftikhar Ahmed 1Andrew Cottier 6Flora Skidmore 8Susan Sykes 18James Maddison 21 Total 54'D' Team Andrew Meskimmon 3Susan Hope 5Maxine Worden 10David Smith 13Colin Watson 17 Total 48Only 5 runners each team to count, Peter Morton 20 position for Team 'D' doesn't count.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=185 2008-06-01 08:10:52 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=185I was feeling a little numb about the FLM this year and this was all thanks to last years disaster. That experience left me doubting my ability, hating the flamboyance and sheer size of the race. I found the crowds distracting and the heat depleted my energy and spirits.So it was no surprise that I was dragging my feet at entering this years race, consequently missing the deadline! I had in my mind approximately 10 months prior, that I was going to defer my London place for the more rural 3 Peaks race, but something was niggling at me, something to do with unfinished business in London and times of sub 3.15. After a few choice phone calls and re-mortgaging to fund express postal services, I got myself a place in London.Training went well, my usual style of sporadic hit and miss sessions. Following no plan, just ear-wigging to what Flo and the others were up to. I have to admit I was feeling pretty excited about it, I felt quietly confident that I could pull it off this year. The Friday before the race and Flo text me 'are you nervous?' My response 'Im so excited and I can barely contain myself' and this was true, I just couldnt wait!http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=184 2008-05-19 08:08:18 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=184A SUPERB TURNOUT enabled Dewsbury to retain the West Yorkshire Winter League Cross-Country League title at Skipton.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=180 2008-02-28 14:59:02 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=180Club regular Kevin Hill confounded his critics by clearing his subs debt for 2007 and being one of the first members to pay up for 2008.Amazed pub regulars watched him write the cheque to Bernard Disken in Leggers Bar.Even Andy Cottier hasnt paid for 2008 yet.Kevin had drunk 3 pints.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=178 2008-02-15 14:50:30 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=178Thanks to everyone who made the 10K a success.If you have queries about the results please e-mail me at b.disken@ntlworld.comI'll give it a couple of days before asking TDL to produce the final version.Bernard Disken Race directorhttp://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=175 2008-02-13 07:42:51 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=175Programme to watch 'Wonderland' BBC2 at 9-50pm Wednesday 23rd January.See Artur Boyt one of the top Orienteers in his age group and has been for many years.I occasionaly come up against him in competition, most recently last December in a National Event at Sheffield peak district.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=169 2008-01-21 16:47:51 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=169Entries for the 2008 Dewsbury 10K have now closed.You should receive your numbers by Tuesday 29 January at the latest.Please wait until then before chasing us up on missing numbers.DON'T PANICBernard Diskenhttp://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=170 2008-01-21 16:47:36 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=170Are you ready for the 4th West Yorkshire Winter League, it is at Stainland on Sunday 27th January 11-00am. Start and finish will be from Stainland Rugby Club, next to Red Lion pub in Stainland. ALL our members can run in this event, it's free! The course will be 5.5 miles long taking in fields, tracks, stream crossing and small road crossing (marshalled by police). Presentation, and results will be at Heath Rugby Club, 5 mins down the road in West Vale. Directions: Follow Stainland Road out of West Vale, there is only one road through Stainland, they say you can't miss the Red Lion pub in Stainland village, parking at the pub.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=168 2008-01-17 16:01:06 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=168Martin Hall made a big decision over Christmas and the New Year, he says "I am retiring from racing, I will still be running for fitness and fun but there will be no more racing" he continues, " I want to spend more time doing what my children want to do at weekends now that they are growing up fast". He sends his pb's 10K 35:05 10 mile 57:54 1/2 marathon 1:16:01 20 mile 2:06:32 Marathon 2:38:28 (club record) http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=166 2008-01-10 15:15:48 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=166Despatch of race numbers should start on Monday 14 January. No cheques have been paid in yet so DON'T PANIC. Bernard Disken Race directorhttp://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=164 2008-01-10 14:58:32 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=164Are you all fit and ready for the next Cross Country Race, it's at Pudsey with the same course as before with the tough hill finish. See Pudsey Pacers website for a map of the course and directions.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=163 2008-01-03 07:35:30 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=163This fixture in the Winter Cross Country League will take part at Pildacre, near Chickenley, Dewsbury. See full route details and map below. I know that many cross country runners have often expressed an interest in visiting Chickenley - so this is your big chance!http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=160 2007-11-23 05:12:17 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=160All are welcome to come down for a trot around the Dewsbury cross country course on Saturday the 24th of November at 2pm. Meet at the carpark - see directions in the previous article in this section. It might be wet so bring your walshes!http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=162 2007-11-21 16:02:36 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=162Twenty runners turned up for the Club 5 mile handicap race last Thursday 25th October 2007, this was a bit disappointing as we spent so much on prizes (3 bottles of Co-op wine).Chris Fothergill completed the course in 1st place with a time of 28mins 37secs, this took 7seconds off the record for this course, Bill Ewart set the record 2 years ago when he was 58.Andy Cottier finished 2nd, 14 seconds behind Chris.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=159 2007-10-28 16:27:12 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=159This will be the last counting race for the performance prizes this year.So, Treena can book a weekend break in Majorca that weekend. But Jean, Heather and Sue need to plan a Seb Coe like assault on the dash.And watch out Guiseley, youre going to be toast! (Im going to really really regret saying that).http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=158 2007-10-19 06:07:29 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=158yippee!! Time to get your fell shoes out and have some fun.Below is a list of all the dates and venues.PLEASE NOTE OUR XC IS ON THE 2ND DECEMBER AND ITS FANCY DRESS!!!! Please put a note in your diary to keep this date free to either run or marshall.We will need everyones help. We will hold it at the same place as last year, Oakwell Hall Park.Plenty of recci runs will be organised for everyone to familiarise yourselves with the course.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=157 2007-10-15 07:19:33 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=157Here are the final pairings, any notices or changes will be posted here.Remember this is a team event, let David Binns or Mick know asap if you cannot do it.Mick says:Make sure you recce your route. It makes a big difference on the day when you know every step of the route, nothing worse than running down the wrong track then having to retrace your steps while other teams waltz past you on the correct course.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=156 2007-10-12 10:46:33 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=156The Hare and Differently Abled Hare event we had on Thursday evening (4th October) - which as nothing to do with the Hash House Harriers piece that Adrian sent out, but is an idea/suggestion from John Calvert - went down pretty well. All comments were good saying how they had enjoyed it, although one runner passing me up Carlinghow Lane said we could have had a flatter course.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=155 2007-10-12 10:13:53 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=155Did not get round to recce-ing this one, and so I come with a collection of hastily prepared maps and some gels to deepest west yorkshire hoping for the best. See a gallery of pictures here or the full gallery here. We set off down the hill in glorious sunshine, soon I find myself in the lead - this was not in my race plan of following for at least the first 10 miles so I slow down a bit. The first big climb of the day up past Leeshaw Reservoir is taken at quite a tough pace and a couple of people edge past me, which is fine as I have not a clue where I am going. Then comes a long and pleasant grassy descent following a conduit in which the pace goes steady. I decide to tuck in and chat to Paul a bit about races coming up and the Three Peaks, after all we have a long way to go.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=151 2007-10-12 10:12:31 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=151Martin Hall coasts clear in the Mablethorpe Marathon to win by over 8 minutes in 2hrs44m57s.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=153 2007-09-21 15:45:52 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=153Some great runs from club members, and the women take the team prize.Ed: What is going on with all the hats? And what has John Calvert seen on his hand?It must have been a cold morning, I think John has got a spell in his hand.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=152 2007-09-21 15:43:15 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=152Caution, contains strong language!You see, this is exactly the kind of mess I get myself in to when faced with yet another long day in an office, nothing exciting and invigorating happening to speak of, just the usual groundhog day and Winter looming.The highlight of my day being pulling on my trainers and heading off up to Crosland Hill in my lunch break and my impending Crunchie bar.And then, of course, Im sat in front of the wonder that is the WorldWide Web and feeling the need to remove myself slightly from my comfort zone. So it took me approximately 3.5 minutes to check out the London Triathlonwebsite, dig out my credit card and grace them with approximately 70 quid for the pleasure of chuckin myself into a corner of the Royal Victoria Dock joy!Five minutes later, I start to take an empirical view of what Ive just doneBike Check (albeit a mountain bike)Wetsuit errmh, No!A passion for swimming errmh, No! I actually need to overcome a fear of outdoor water, I forgot that bit!Trainers CheckLegs CheckTime to train Are you havin a laugh - Im a working mother!So here I am, some 10ish months later having cycled my legs sore, swam at Spenborough in my wetsuit on pensionersday, sending them all into instant cardiac arrest at the mere sight, had a couple of baptisms in Costa Del Pugneys and now heading down to London at the weekend, nursing badly blistered and weeping feet, why? Cos it seemed like agood idea to do a club run with elastic laces and no socks in twice warn trainers - tut tut!http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=150 2007-09-05 05:59:35 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=150Dewsbury 'A' team finish 2nd in the Leeds Country Way Relay.We were actually leading after the 4th leg (Bill ewart & Peter Hill) although they were 4th fastest on their leg, they overtook the leaders and the three faster teams didn't manage to catch up.Leg 5 saw us drop back to 2nd place, with Steve Schofield & Kevin Oates being 4th fastest team 68:13. Kevin had already raced in the morning finishing 6th in the Sandal Castle 10K so I think he would be a bit tired.Leg 6 saw our team hang on to 2nd place overall with David Smith and John Calvert finishing 7th fastest team in 67:04.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=149 2007-09-04 15:11:18 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=149As normal we will have the results, pottery gifts and prize giving at a small club do on Sunday after the race.All members are welcome, and a buffet (so some sort of snacks) will be arranged for anyone turning up.Try to make it as we dont do many things like this in the year.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=148 2007-08-28 09:03:57 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=148Team A Organiser contacts - Andy on 07786 925426 / drr@cottier.co.uk Team B Organiser contacts - Mick Please-get-a-mobile on 01924 450296 / mick@dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk Other Organiser Contacts - Treena on 01924 485951 / treena@dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk or David Binns on 07900468774 / david@binns900fireblade.freeserve.co.uk Please use the above contacts to obtain contacts details for any members below.TEAM AStage 1Treena JohnsonChris MaguireStage 2Andy MeskimmonNick GlavesStage 3Andy CottierAndy GuiseleyStage 4Bill EwartPeter HillStage 5Kev OatesSteve SchofieldStage 6David SmithJohn CalvertTEAM BStage 1Matthew BaldwinMartin KayeStage 2Graham JohnsonJean EntwistleStage 3Bernard DiskenRussel ThomasStage 4Andy ParkerGary JohnsonStage 5Maxine WordenFlora SkidmoreStage 6David GreenwoodIftikhar AhmedReservesKev Hill (Race-Day)Glen SykesJanet MurninSue LeeMick Woodhttp://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=147 2007-08-27 14:18:51 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=147On the 16th of June 2007, four club members completed the National Three Peaks Challenge in under the regulation 24 hours.Click Here for the picture and video clip gallery.Team Dewsbury Road Runners where :Angela BinnsDavid BinnsDavid CooperAndrew Cottier (Sub) Here is AC's write up.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=146 2007-08-09 05:03:52 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=146All members are encouraged to come along for the weekend to what is a good social bash as well as a race.There are several races - fun run, 10k and the main 14.75 mile challenge. The action takes place in beautiful countryside near Barmouth, Wales.Dewsbury Road Runners organise a large camp site section. This club event has been running since the dawn of time, so please make an effort and put your name(s) down on the notice board - or speak to David, Maggie, Treena.You can enter the race online and see more details be clicking here.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=145 2007-07-24 04:52:00 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=145The 17TH LEEDS COUNTRY WAY RELAY 2007 Will be run on Sunday 2nd September12 runners are required to run in each teamRunners run in pairs over the 6 legs covering the LCW route.An approximate total of 64 miles are covered by each team; the 6 legs of the route vary in distance from between 9 to 11 miles. There are trophies for the fastest legs and teams, men and women, with a memento for each finisher (a commemorative piece of pottery), and if you have the energy left, food at Garforth Sports Centre.Route descriptions are given to each participating team, and teams are encouraged to recce their routes.We are entering two teams, so please put your name on the list on the noticeboard in Dewsbury Sports Centre as soon as possible.£6.50 per runner payable to Treena Johnson or Michael Wood.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=144 2007-07-14 13:16:16 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=144Click on your name in the Ranking list to check your Ranking breakdownhttp://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=143 2007-06-19 16:14:48 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=143Dewsbury Road Runners blitzed the West Yorkshire Fire 5 mile race with 9 runners in the first 28 finishers.Andrew Guiseley led the Dewsbury team home in 3rd place with a time of 28mins35secs on a far from easy course.Other Dewsbury finishers were:-Andrew Cottier 6th in 29:06Chris Fothergill 7th in 29:08Kevin Oates 11th in 29:33Mark Oldroyd 14th in 30:17Jimmy Morris 21st in 31:05Martin Hall 22nd in 31:14Steve Schofield 23rd in 31:38John Calvert 28th in 32:13Kim Schofield 149th in 44:43Susan Hope 150th in 44:44Deborah Hughes 158th in 45:56and 188 runners finished the coursehttp://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=142 2007-06-19 16:04:35 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=142James Maddison wins the individual Summer Series Trophy after easily winning the last race on handicap, the 4 mile X country.Your best 2 finishing positions on handicap in any of the 3 races wins the individual trophy.James Maddison 9th & 1st = 10Andrew Cottier 7th & 4th = 11Susan Hope 8th & 3rd = 11Kevin Oates 8th & 3rd = 11Steve Schofield 3rd & 10th= 13Matthew Baldwin 2nd & 12th= 14Chris Bjorck 9th & 5th = 14Kim Schofield 12th& 2nd = 14Allan Morrison 5th & 10th= 15Iftikhaar Ahmed 6th & 9th = 15Martin Kaye 13th& 2nd = 15Bernard Disken 11th& 6th = 17David Smith 4th & 15th= 19Russell Webster 1st & 23rd= 24Andrew Meskimmon 17th& 8th = 25Maggie Haley 11th& 14th= 25David Binns 19th& 7th = 26Nick Glaves 16th& 11th= 27Heather Mitchell 5th & 22nd= 27Jack Bretherick 10th& 19th= 29John Calvert 23rd& 13th= 36Adrian Kerner 15th& 22nd= 37Fiaz Ahmed 20th& 18th= 38http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=141 2007-06-15 12:43:09 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=141The summer series are races for club members only which occur every summer on the usual club nights e.g. tuesday or thursday evening.They are handicapped, over a variety of distances and terrains - so everyone has a chance of winning a prize in individual events.The winner of the 3 race series will be decided by the best aggregate score in any 2 of the 3 races. Paul Ward won it last year when he had the best aggregate over the 2 races. This year there will be 3 races.The final event is always a relay in which the club members are split up into teams and run over short distances (approximately 3/4 of a mile at Sands Lane)each.Afterwards the prizes are handed out to the winning team, either A,B,C or D team.The emphasis for these events is on participation and fun, and its one of the highlights of the club calendar - the more the merrier so please give them a go!http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=138 2007-06-13 04:41:24 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=138Dewsbury Road Runners Chris Fothergill took part in the Wetherby Triathlon on Sunday the 20th May. The course consisted of a 1.5Km river swim, 42Km bike ride and a 10Km run.Chris finished 2nd of the 150 competitors with a time of 2hrs.05mins.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=139 2007-06-07 15:25:24 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=139Calling all club members ...We have been invited to take part in this 'pre-entry' only club competition.The course is a potentially fast, two-lap, gently undulating, rural course. It starts and finishes at Thurstonland Cricket Club, which has showering facilities, toilets and a good bar!If you are interested, log onto the website and add your name in Events.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=137 2007-05-30 09:17:35 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=1370600 Rise0615 Out for a quick jog, feel good0630 Sky outside very clear, feels like a hot day brewing0640 Basic Breaky0650 Finalise kit, all the junk Im taking with me0700 Walk to Coach0715 Coach exists, its on its way and everyone seems primed0740 Coach departs for start slightly late0800 Eat rice pudding - main breaky0810 Coach stuck in big jam, some get out to walk0820 Pick up those who got out to walk0825 Arrive and walk to start0830 Sun seems worryingly strong for this time of day0845 Sit around on grass, its getting warm0900 Watch womens start standing on wheelie bins0901 Didnt manage to see any dewsbury runners!0915 Do a warm up0930 Final dump in excellent nearby bushes0935 Join Pen 1 on green start with Andy, we are quite far backhttp://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=135 2007-04-28 15:02:28 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=135Jimmy takes it in his stride as he leads Dewsbury Road Runners home in the London Marathon, most of the other Dewsbury runners seemed to wilt in the warm weather.Jimmy Morris had a pb finishing 561st with a time of 2hrs55mins32secs, two minutes ahead of Andy Cottier 669th in 2h57m30s.Dewsbury's first lady home was Treena Johnson in 3:04:41, being 84th lady finisher and 5th over 45.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=134 2007-04-23 13:59:00 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=134Many of the Dewsbury Road runners are well in to their training for the London Marathon which takes place in April, but Martin Hall who set the club record for the marathon distance in the London event last year will not be in this year, he has decided to go for the Blackpool Marathon in early June and believes he has a good chance of being in the first three. Meanwhile he will be doing the hilly Spen 20 mile race in preparation on the 18th of March.Two runners who will be hoping to get near Hall's record time in the London will be Andrew Guiseley and Andrew Cottier, and Guiseley will be heading for the Spen 20 mile race in preparation, and follow that a week later with the Ackworth Half Marathon.Cottier ran the Tafford 10K last Sunday in a respectable 34th of the 362 runners in a time of 36mins8sec.Another hoping for a time under 3 hours and lead our ladies home will be Treena Johnson.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=129 2007-04-18 12:33:02 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=129In the British Orienteering Ranking list Michael Wood reached his highest position of 8th during Feb - Mar 2007, this is in his age group of M65 long where there are 154 names listed. He has since dropped to 13th after a string of indifferent results.Jan 28th he finished 12th of 25 at Sherwood Pines, followed on the 11th Feb with a decent run at Sherbrook in Cannock Chase of 3rd from 22 ( need this sort of result to keep a high ranking position).Another decent result at Scardale & Knapton near Malton 3rd of 15 on 18th Feb.4th Mar 6th of 14 in freezing rain at Marsden Moor (a big early error).11th Mar Whitbarrow Scar, Lake District another big early error, 16th of 36.1st of April Heater Rigg, North York Moor another big error 10th of 14Jan Kellstom Festival of Orienteering at the Forest of Dean, Saturday and Sunday 7th & 8th April.Carried my bad form down here first day lost 12 minutes on one control 51st from 72.Better second day 18th of 70, but can do better.Will have to frame myself if I am to get back in the top 10 in the Ranking list as I am now in my second year and the young M65's are coming along.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=133 2007-04-18 03:19:40 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=133Dewsbury Road Runners secured 3rd place at the Cross Country Finals at Heanor, Nottingham - which took place on the the 1st of April.Click Here to see pictures.A slightly diminished team ran well in warm and sunny conditions on a tough 3 lap, 10k course with plenty of challenging terrain.No, its not an april fool joke, even Monique was smiling at the end of this one - and a lot of strong runs were rewarded by a third placing - maybe next year we can imrove on this?http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=132 2007-04-08 15:49:47 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=132Presentation night in Saltaire saw a galaxy of prizes for club members this year.Click here to see pictures.As well as being crowned overall champions for the winter league 2006/2007, we also were top vets and top ladies + second mens team.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=130 2007-03-16 08:30:47 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=130Dewsbury Road Runners Andy Cottier, Andrew Guiseley and Jimmy Morris take the first team prize in the Doncaster Half Marathon. Only 7 seconds could split the two Andy's, Cottier finishing in 7th place with a pb of 1hr17m00secs he was closely followed by Guiseley, also with a pb, in 8th place and a time of 1hr17m07secs. The other team member Jimmy Morris finished in 21st place with a time of 1hr21m20secs.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=131 2007-03-14 13:28:16 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=131http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=127 2007-03-05 16:14:57 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=127http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=128 2007-03-05 16:14:29 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=128Dewsbury Road Runners Ladies team of Treena Johnson, Flora Skidmore and Angela Binns were the first team in the popular Snake Lane 10 mile race.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=126 2007-03-05 13:29:15 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=126Directions to the venue are at the bottom of this article.The route has been measured at 5.2 miles and includes 2 short sections of road so is probably not suitable for spikes.The start section also includes a speed bump so take care.The race will start at the far end of the filter bed road and run back on the road towards the village. At point A the route enters the woods and takes a short sharp climb to point B. At B turn right up the main path through a gate opening to point C (A to C may be recognised as part of the Baildon Boundary Way). At C the route diverts left up another sharp climb to the wall corner and a loop back to F (points D and E are distinct left turns). From point F the route again picks up the Baildon Boundary Way to point G). Point G is a left hand turn BEFORE reaching the stile. Follow the main path from G to H crossing a stream by footbridge and crossing stile at H onto the main path.At H turn left under the railway bridge keeping left (the section H to I will have 2 way traffic but will be well marked). At Point I take a short diversion into the woods on the left emerging back on to the stoney track. Turn left up the stoney track until reaching Coach Rd J. Turn right at the top of the track and immediately right again into the fields. Turn immediately left in the fields and head to the field corner K. At the field corner turn right and follow the walked path back down to the stoney track (this section will be recognised as the reverse of the finish of the Guiseley Gallop). Turn left on reaching the stoney track back under the railway bridge (keeping left) and then continue straight ahead down the main track for some distance.Towards the bottom of the main track a path swings off to the left (L), follow this path up and over the railway line. After the bridge over the railway line (M), turn right down a narrow track over a footbridge and then back up to Gill Lane (N). On reaching Gill Lane, turn right and run down the road to another bridge. At the metal gate bear left into the woods (O) and follow a track down through the woods until reaching a main track (P). At the main track turn right back towards Gill Lane. At Gill Lane turn left then almost immediately right and right again (Q) down a sharp bank to a stream. Cross through the stream and up the hill continuing on to the far end of the woods (R). At the far end of the woods the route turns back on itself and comes almost back to the stream before turning right and right again (S) onto the main track heading back towards Esholt. At Spring Lane turn right then almost immediately left (T) up a narrow path back in to the woods. Follow the route through the woods climbing up to meet the main path at a stile (U).Turn left over the stile and continue on the main path to the gate opening in the wall (point C revisited). Through the gate opening take a narrow path diagonally off to the right (V) running along the top of the woods. Continue along this narrow path until reaching a short descent back to the main path. Turn left back up the main path (past point B again) and continue up the path almost to the gate opening in the wall. Here the route turns right down through the woods (this will be recognised as the reverse of the route taken up through the woods in the Guiseley Gallop) to reach the finish by the entrance to the woods (point A).Drinks/Changing afterwards at Esholt Sports Club PLEASE REMOVE ALL MUDDY SHOES BEFORE ENTERING THE CLUBHOUSE.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=125 2007-02-14 01:57:24 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=125The Dewsbury Cross Country will be at Oakwell Hall Country Park on the 7th of January 2007 starting at 11am.There are limited toilet facilities and no showers. Park in Oakwell Hall Country Park car park (see P on map) or on the main A652 Bradford-Dewsbury road. Full details of the course and directions are given later on in this article.The course is hilly, ran on paths, turf and woodland, and unsuitable for spikes (total height gained is 550 ft, see profile further down).It consists of 3 loops which cover the grounds of the park and north of the M62. The approximate length is 4.75 miles, and will be well taped and marshalled. Please follow the instructions from the Marshal's as there is a couple of points where runners may cross - It will be advised that runners stay to their right. We have arranged to meet after the race at the White Bear Public House situated approximatly 1 mile from the park. Full directions will be given on the day, but it is virtually an immediate left turn, doubling back on yourself as you leave the car park, carrying on along the road, passing a childrens play area on your left, turning right along Kings Drive.The White Bear is at the end of the drive. Signs will be put out on the day pointing you in the right direction, if I remember!!!We hope that many of you can stay, as the landlady is willing to put hot food on for us.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=121 2007-01-04 11:54:15 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=121Are here again ...Details of the 5 winter cross country races can be found by clicking here.The bigger the team we get, the more chance we have of winning things - all members are welcome to compete for us free of charge!Sometimes there is even a buffet afterwards!Its Grrrrrrrrrrrreat!http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=119 2006-10-05 09:01:53 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=119Click Here to view pictures and video clips.Before the race I had asked for a couple of marshals, 4 came rushing forward. Bill Ewart knee trouble, didn't fancy the run, Andy Cottier said he wasn't up for the race, but in the finish he was chief photographer, and Brian Cooper and Jack Bretherick pleaded age.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=114 2006-09-02 12:20:01 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=114A very hot day, not a big field, but this race is basically a Fire Service Race which is open to the public.Having run this race previously I know we run out of the Fire Station and run up to Oakenshaw, and then drop down to Hunsworth, and then climb back up to Birkenshaw, and do a small loop into the Fire Station before finishing.The guy who's starting the race warns us that it is really hot and to be aware of this.The race starts and I run the first mile in about 6.35. I decide I am not going to keep this up and try to run at a more sensible pace for an old b**tard like me. A drag up to Oakenshaw and then we turn left and we have a nice run down to Hunsworth.When we get to the bottom of Hunsworth my head feels as though it's going to explode, we turn and start climbing back up.Some guys in front who passed me previously are beginning to walk, this looks promising as I gradually pass them and reach the entrance to the Fire Station.I see one guy in front who I recognise from Strathclyde Fire Brigade, who I normally have a tussle with, he is walking, I pass him slowly and head for the finish, he suddenly steams past me and I can do nothing to respond. I finish and grab a drink.Thank God that's over.%[339]%http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=116 2006-08-31 07:34:30 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=116Its Del Boy I'm back after 6 months of non running and gaining two and a half stone Im back with the club.Take my advice wise ones; never buy a satellite navigation system from McDonalds!I now tip the scales at 14 stone, four stone heavier than when I first joined the club "8 years ago".In one year I've gone from a size medium to large then X large and I'm too tight to buy new clothes, so I've got to shed a couple of stone, plus I'm fed up with Asda thinking I'm walking out of the store with frozen Turkeys up my jumper.Speaking of Turkey's, Mick Wood has been sending me copies of the newsletter (sorry Mick) or as its now better known as the anaesthetist monthly in NHS circles, who now give them to patients just prior to an operation; so they are assured to be firmly knocked out.Mick could get an OBE for saving the NHS millions of pounds!http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=115 2006-08-31 07:25:20 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=115The story you requested could not be found.Please inform the webmaster if you think there is a problem.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=0 2006-07-28 08:10:24 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=0As I complete last minute preparations I feel about unsure about the whole thing. This is 5 miles longer than a marathon, its mostly off road, its got 4500 ft of climb, will I be able to cope? The toilets are closed after being overwhelmed by effluent, which floods the surrounding area clearly I am not the only one nervous about this!http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=108 2006-03-23 09:38:56 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=108We now have 2 official training/recce weekends for the BGR attempt on the 17 June 2006.These are :April 29 - May 1 WeekendMay 27 - 29 WeekendBoth are bank holiday weekends and both will invloves runs on sat/sun/mon - with the principle run on the sunday, people can fit in around this anyway they would prefer.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=107 2006-03-18 12:03:10 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=107Thanks to everyone who made the 10K a success.Full results including gun times, gun positions, chip times, chip positions and category results are available at www.raceahead.netBernard Diskenhttp://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=106 2006-02-19 12:01:15 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=1064th Fixture in West Yorkshire Winter LeagueWe are doing well and desperately need to get a large team turnout :- all are welcome !!!Phone Andy on 07786 925426 or Maggie on 01924 275101Or click here to email us.For a lift down, phone or contact us - it will be no problem.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=91 2006-01-20 06:29:52 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=91All the results can be looked up on our results page - click here.Alternatively :For the latest team results click here.For the latest mens results click here.For the latest womens results click here.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=92 2006-01-20 05:56:31 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=92On the 17th June 2006, Three club members will attempt the Bob Graham Round or BGR in the Lake District.This is an arduous 70 mile fell run, over lakelands high central fells, to be completed in 24 hours.We are hoping to get a good crowd of people to support these runners. People are needed to run sections of the round with ( e.g. pacers, navigators ), and people to provide food and drink, massages(!) etc ( logistical support ).http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=93 2005-12-29 10:01:37 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=93The Complete Runner West Yorkshire Cross Country League is the fast leaguewhich attracts the top clubs - races traditionally on Saturdays although this year 2 are on Sundays.Not to be confused with the Sunday Sports Direct West Yorkshire Winter League.Usually some of our stronger runners have taken part in the Complete Runner League.I've put a form up on the notice board.If you want to run please sign your name and details.Please let me have the entry fee £6.00 in cash or by a cheque payable to B T Disken.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=87 2005-09-19 14:08:51 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=87Four Dewsbury Road Runners lined up for this premier triathlon event, including three debutants, amongst around 8000 other competitors.The weather was mild on saturday, and then warm and sunny on sunday.Everybody reported having a great time, and there were some interesting shaningans in the Victoria pub invloving Al and some local bovver boys.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=86 2005-08-10 07:18:12 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=86Andy Meskimmon 1990Martin Hall 1947Kevin Oates 1938Andrew Cottier 1925Bill Ewart 1890Roger Tolson 1886Treena Johnson 1882Monique Hollinshead 1869Jimmy Morris 1868Peter Hill 1855Andy Parker 1835David Cooper(2) 1825David Binns 1824Julian Lusardi 1820Russell Thomas 1809Daniel Mortimer 1765Flora Skidmore 1747David Sugden 1726Matthew Baldwin 1718David Greenwood 1712Bernard Disken 1706Angela Binns 1684Martin Kaye 1680Colin Watson 1664Derek Berry 1659Kevin Hill 1648Michael Wood 1646Peter Morton 1636Jack Bretherick 1636Heather Mitchell 1635Claire Shaw 1627Robert Artley 1618Brian Cooper 1612Jeanette Thomas 1611Gwen Viljoen 1606Alan Morrison 1605David Webster 1592Paul Shields 1578Iftikhar Ahmed 1565Julie Kaye 1540Carole Hill 1534Glenn Sykes 1513Maggie Haley 1487Adrian Kerner 1459David Cooper(1) 1433Paul Schofield 1414Paula Webster 1414Debra Awty 1382David Whittingham 1287http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=63 2005-06-07 03:08:45 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=63Flora Skidmore 100Andy Parker 88Heather Mitchell 79Andy Cottier 78Colin Watson 74Robert Artley 67David Cooper(2) 55Glenn Sykes 53Martin Kaye 50David Cooper (1) 50Roger Tolson 42Julie Kaye 41Carole Hill 40Kevin Oates 39Angela Binns 39David Whittingham 39Peter Hill 34Treena Johnson 34Martin Hall 31Russell Thomas 30Monique Hollinshead 29Paul Schofield 25David Greenwood 21Brian Cooper 19Adrien Kerner 19David Binns 18Jack Bretherick 17Peter Morton 12Julian Lusardi 10Andrew Meskimmon 6Jimmy Morris 6David Sugden 3Jeanette Thomas 2Where you scored your pointsWinter League X Country Howley Ruins & Soothill WoodsA. Parker 25F. Skidmore 25D.Cooper(2) 14R.Thomas 10P.Hill 9K.Oates 8C.Hill 8West Yorkshire X Country MenP.Hill 15R.Thomas 12West Yorkshire X country LadiesT.Johnson 12J.Thomas 2Barnsley 10KD.Cooper(1) 25West Yorkshire X country MenJ.Lusardi 10R.Thomas 6Abbey Dash 10KA.Parker 25F.Skidmore 25C.Watson 25C.Hill 19D.Greenwood 18M.Hollinshead 11J.Bretherick 11T.Johnson 7A.Cottier 6K.Oates 3M.Hall 1Chevin Chase 7 milesA.Cottier 8D.Greenwood 3R.Thomas 2Pennine 10KH.Mitchell 9M.Hollinshead 7X Country at EsholtD,Cooper(2) 25F,Skidmore 25M.Kaye 25G.Sykes 25A.Parker 21K.Oates 15C.Hill 13R.Tolson 11P.Hill 10T.Johnson 9M.Hollinshead 3A.Cottier 3J.Morris 3H.Mitchell 3Liversedge 1/2 marathonA.Cottier 20R.Tolson 19D.Cooper(2) 14J.Morris 3K.Oates 1C.Watson 1M.Hall 1Snake Lane 10 milesA.Cottier 18M.Hollinshead 8West Yorkshire X Country Winter LeagueF.Skidmore 25M.Kaye 25A.Parker 17G.Sykes 14A.Cottier 11K.Oates 9T.Johnson 4D.Cooper(2) 2Huddersfield 10KC.Watson 6http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=64 2005-06-07 03:07:18 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=64A quick survey of the route shows the first climb is 1500ft straight up. I try to forget about this, but Julian looks decidely nervous right up the the whistle!The route is 11 miles long (theoretic minimum) and clocks up 4400 feet of climbing. Basically, your run up to the Helvellyn ridge from the north, near Great Dodd, then run the ridge to the summit cairn of Helvellyn and back.The gruesome start lives up to expectations, 1500 feet on grass mainly, with nothing to break up the strain on the calves - i resort to zig-zagging. At the top the climb continues at a lesser gradient - but is still un-runnable. When I do reach the checkpoint my legs are like jelly, and I cant run at all for a while.The ridge is no cakewalk either, with constantly changing terrain, from boulder fields to narrow troughed paths, you never find any rythmn and you are constantly being challenged by route decisions over boggy bits, rocky outcrops etc.Here I am approaching the summit of Raise.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=83 2005-05-25 08:09:35 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=83There was a great turn out for the Esholt Cross Country, with some 23 members taking part - the largest number for quite some time.The weather was cool and pleasant, and the conditions reasonable underfoot. Good individual performances bolstered a good team performance.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=71 2005-01-30 09:59:44 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=71The Navigation pub in Mirfield was the venue for the party this year. There was a good turnout of old and new members. Awards presented were: Fastest Female- Treena JohnsonFastest male- Andrew MeskimmonGrand Prix- Heather MitchellBest Newcomer- Martin HallAchievement of the Year- Monique Hollinshead Club Personality- Michael Woodhttp://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=46 2004-12-16 03:44:06 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=46I had looked into running the Himalayan 100 mile race a few years before but decided it looked a little too easy. After all there's no backpack to carry and they actually feed you, and its only 100 miles (a normal training week). I decided it would be good to run it this year and take my wife Julie as she had taken up running and wanted to run a multi stage race.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=47 2004-11-28 10:21:43 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=47Its 10am Sunday morning and I am sat in my Car in the car park at Princess Mary Running Track Cleckheaton and I am both cold and tired.Why am I here?Answer: To do the Mileta 10mile Road Race.Why am I cold and tired ?Answer: Because I spent yesterday travelling home from a 2 week holiday in Corfu.So why tired I hear you ask, well the Holiday was a 210 kilometre walk around the island.Its now 10.20am the race starts at 10.30am most people are warming up in shorts and vests, I am still keeping warm in the Car.Eventually Treena and Heather talk me out of the Car and track suit and I have a short jog to the Start Line on the running track. Here if find Bill, Martin, Rodger and Andy ( apologies if I have forgotten anyone else).After the usual lecture about obeying marshals and the roads being open to traffic the race starts.Down the back straight and round the bend then out of the gate through the Car Park and onto the road toward Cleckheaton.As we go through the gate, to my surprise I find myself in the lead.This strange situation continues to the Bus station ( about 1mile) when the winner of the race come past and the pulls away up the climb.Still in Second place at the top of the first climb (2 miles) but I can tell there is a group hard on my heels.Up the next climb the guy who ends up second comes past me and as the winner had done before he pulls away.The rest of the group are still hard on my heels. I think they are just letting me take the wind especially on the exposed section between miles 3 and 4.As we run through Clifton village 1 guy pulls up level with me, I recognise him as some one I do battle with quite often.We run neck and neck all the way through Clifton and Hartshead, and we drop the rest of the chasing group.On the hill up to Roberttown he takes the lead but by the top (8 miles) I have regained 3rd place.He remains just behind me down the hill and past the 9 mile marker.In the last mile I manage to pull out a lead and get 3rd place in a time of 1 hour 30secs.Martin comes in, in seventh place, Andy in the top 20 and Rodger has a good run as he continues to get back to form.Treena did well and got third lady and Heather had a good run.Bill unfortunately had to pull out after a couple of miles due to an injury.Treena and I both got matching fleece jumpers as prizes for being 3rd man and lady. Creams all very well for the ladies but its not quite me, however I last saw it hanging in Lindas wardrobe. So my training tip for a Hilly 10 mile road race is a 200 K walk over the fortnight before!http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=48 2004-10-28 07:12:14 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=48Please note that you can find all these results in the results section.The Elloughton 10K Hull 8/8/04. 112 Gwen Viljoen 45:50.171 Heather Mitchell 50:03 2nd O-50.229 Colin Watson 53:18. 398 finished.Colin has a steady run.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=49 2004-10-04 07:34:14 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=49I had seen the marquee field yesterday driving down, and now all of rosthwaite is abuzz with runners and tourists bustling around. The sun is now hot, I buy some special ankle plasters which seem to really help my sore ankles. Then, after spotting Russel, I buy a lighter rain mac, and find a superior way of storing it in my camelbak.A result! I now feel kitted out, and there is not long to go. I toss my keys to Russels brother in law and adjust my bum bag - this is it!http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=59 2004-08-07 10:58:28 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=59Right, guys of a sensitive constitution may need to get a lady to edit my report as it concerns sections about womens matters.Disaster fell the day before with me "surfing the crimson wave"- this meant extra worry about how many powderings of my nose I would have to build in to my race plan. I mean its one thing having a pee on the go put my balance and dexterity on a bike doesn't stretch beyond opening a banana with my teeth.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=50 2004-07-04 08:45:23 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=50The coal race at gawthorpe was great fun, if not a bit hard work!Needless to say, Derek did the best out of the mens team while Moniquewalked away with 50 quid for second lady!Free buffet and a pint afterwards, you cant grumble at that!http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=1 2004-04-12 11:22:10 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=1The Yorkshire Cross Country League presentations where a great success. There was no fighting, and the evening was capped by somebizarre dancing courtesy of mens champ, Ian Fisher (featured).Monique took the ladies first prize, and did much of the presenting, Heather took the prize for ladyveterans over 50. See the gallery for more action shots!http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=3 2004-03-26 12:33:06 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=3After all the queuing and beaurocracy, my feet are tired before I tackled this beast. Get the excuses in early, thats what I say!The weather was beautiful, and the sun felt worryingly strong. Several Americans hassled me over the bunny ears I was wearing - apparently pacemakers wear them in races in their parts (?). This was it, The starting canon fired, and we started to cross the verrazano-narrows bridge to a rousing New York, New York, Manhatten island was in profile across the straights - it all felt pretty awesome.http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=51 2003-11-02 06:57:53 http://www.dewsburyroadrunners.co.uk/cgi/story.php?index=51