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[Results & Race Reports] Blyth Links 10k

mikegill — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 17:38:46 +0100

We have an invite to the Blyth Links 10k on Tues 26th Aug. Great route along the coast to Seaton Sluice and return. Costs nothing to enter and Blyth treat you to a free buffet in the Quay pub in Blyth afterwards. Meet in the Leisre Centre car park at 5.45 and we will sort out the car transport. cheers Mike

[Blackhill Bounders Forum] Help future Consett sporting stars

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[Socials & Rehydration Therapy] Re: Been to the dogs!!!

dilleyi — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 13:57:16 +0100

excellent do!(:D overdid the Guinness a bit. :)-D scran much better than expected. everybody seemed to enjoy it, ironed my white pants and shining my dancing shoes ,ready for Carolines do. ps Ray wouldn,t dance with me either ?

[Socials & Rehydration Therapy] Been to the dogs!!!

katherine spencer — Sun, 17 Aug 2008 14:11:29 +0100

20 of us went to the dogs last nite for Sue's birthday bash, and what a good night it was, thanks to all for making it a such a good night, a few drinks!!!
a bit of food, a singsong (happy birthday to Sue) most of us lost a bit of money placing a bet, but a lucky few among us won a bit too! not to mention any names but Karen B is the one to ask for tips, then to round off the night a boogie on the dance floor or wherever! tried my best but just couldn't get Ray to dance,
Sue has already expressed her thanks as she really enjoyed herself, so here is to the next special birthday and another night out.

Cheers

[Socials & Rehydration Therapy] Re: gone to the dogs

katherine spencer — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 16:57:53 +0100

Hi All

A message for all those going to the Dogs! We have a dress code!!!
smart casual please, and they do stress no football shirts and no trainers!!

OOPS thats my outfit not suitable, back to the wardrobe.

[Socials & Rehydration Therapy] Re: gone to the dogs

katherine spencer — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 21:43:21 +0100

Nite at the dog, August 16th saturday night, only 6 places left on bus so if anyone is interested please get in touch as soon as,

Detail: 17.50 per ticket which includes carvery meal 2 drinks vouchers and admission into disco.
Pick up is at Grey Horse at 6pm and leaving Sunderland dogs at 12.45am the bus is going to be around 10.00 per head return.

If you are interested contact kath spencer on 07505510070 and money for ticket must be paid for by weekend.

This night out is to celebrate Sue Shaws special birthday, Sue is organising bus and i assume will be payable on night but check with Sue

[Results & Race Reports] Re: Off the wall last minute decision!!

mikegill — Sat, 26 Jul 2008 20:40:24 +0100

Did the 'Moors the Merrier' in stonking hot temp of 27 Degs today. When I got to the start I changed my mind and decided not to do the short course (21 miler) and signed on for the full marathon (actual billed as 26.4) It's a cracking course all off road across the moors, peat hags, bogs you name it. The climbs were something. No marashals or way markers whatsoever so the navigation was very demanding and you had to follow the written prompts very attently as it was very easy to go off piste. It was a spur of the moment decision to go down for it so I had no map. Ran round with a girl who was spot on with her map reading (we did in fact get off course twice and put an extra couple of miles in, so our final tally was approaching 29 miles - how long did it take? - 7 hours 26 mins. To be honest we did a vast amount of walking, well it was a gloriously sunny day and the views were fit to die for. Seriously apart for the silly departure time from this end it really is a run which must be done.

[Results & Race Reports] Off the wall last minute decision!!

mikegill — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 23:11:39 +0100

Anyone up for a 4.30 am start this saturday? (26th July) - intend to pop down to Hebden Bridge area for the 'Moors the Merrier' it's a 21 miler over fantasic countryside starting from Mytholmroyd Communty Centre (HX7 5DY) the run is over the hills and dales of that part of yorkshire it's an 8 am start so will need to leave Consett by 4.30 to get there - if this is for you give me a ring 01207 590691 Mike

[Socials & Rehydration Therapy] gone to the dogs

dilleyi — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 19:43:14 +0100

what is the crack about the night out at the doggies,?:( got some sketchy info from chris and ray , why is nt it on the website

[Blackhill Bounders Forum] Re: listed building ?

JP — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 19:28:19 +0100

A CARDBOARD CUTOUT IS TO ERECTED AS SOON AS THE EUROPEAN GRANT IS RECEIVED BY DURHAM C.C. A WATERPROOF ONE

[Blackhill Bounders Forum] listed building ?

dilleyi — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 19:27:33 +0100

i was shocked and horrified at the wanton destruction of the conveniences at X(shotley station.Not having run for 10 months,it came as a major blow! .It was never raised at committee level,which was suprising, as it was one of Sue,s ;)favourite spots and i know Ray has spent many a happy hour there after dusk. Is nothing sacred ?(:P)

[Results & Race Reports] Future Races in the North East

simon bell — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 13:58:47 +0100

Hi All
Was chatting to Ray, Joy and Sue on Sunday about how to get race entries before they sell out and I use the following web sites:
www.barrycornelius.com/running/races/next.htm
www.runnersworld.co.uk
www.trailrunning.co.uk
www.northernrunner.com/diary
www.lakelandtrails.org
The first site is excellent and lists all future races, you can also subscribe for email race alerts from the second site.
The other sites have lots of off-road stuff including the ,lakeland trail series, which for anyone who has't tried one is a great day out.
Hope this is helpful.
Regards
Simon

[Blackhill Bounders Forum] Re: Long Distance Relay 2008

dilleyi — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 18:10:43 +0100

the official report will no doubt echo this,but i would like to thank SIMON BELL for providing the best minibus we have ever had (it cost nothing). to our non runners, BILLY for playing the piano. MIKE for flying the flag and ANT the midge killer who forsook the drink to act as chauffer :)-D Finally i would like to thank the geezer who dusted stones,picked up litter and wandered round without his trousers at 6.30am , not one of our group but a kindred spirit ! (tu)

[Blackhill Bounders Forum] Re: Long Distance Relay 2008

dilleyi — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 18:15:52 +0100

just had a word with Bear Grylls and he said ,if you were real men you would sleep in a sheeps carcass,me i am in the van! :D

[Blackhill Bounders Forum] Re: Long Distance Relay 2008

webman — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 14:07:59 +0100

Having not fully recovered from my London experience ::o I think I will pass on that!

[Blackhill Bounders Forum] Re: Long Distance Relay 2008

boglander — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 13:00:18 +0100

Chris

This was discussed last night at the time trial. The word is Caroline B. knows about the campsite but to make sure I will be running on Wednesday night, Caroline should be there, if that fails you may want to share the back of a Saab.

[Blackhill Bounders Forum] Re: Long Distance Relay 2008

DaveSW — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 11:18:16 +0100

I am listed to run a leg of the relay on Saturday but may not be able to make it due to work commitments. Can someone let Ray know as I presume he is keeping a check on who is running which leg. No rest for the wicked.(td):(

[Blackhill Bounders Forum] Re: Long Distance Relay 2008

webman — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 08:39:44 +0100

I should know better than to ask, but...

Does anyone have the faintest idea where we are pitching tents on Saturday night? Call me a soft Yorkshireman (or anything else) if you like but I had hoped for at least a shower after the run?

Go on keep laughing...X(

[Results & Race Reports] Re: Edinburgh Marathon

DaveSW — Thu, 29 May 2008 13:22:03 +0100

I was reasonably happy with my time for this race until I saw photos of myself crossing the finishing line. About 10 yards behind me is giant banana.

Must try a bit harder next time.

[Blackhill Bounders Forum] Re: Long Distance Relay 2008

dilleyi — Wed, 28 May 2008 12:20:48 +0100

:D i will drive the bus X( as none of the distances are within my ability ;)

[Results & Race Reports] Re: Edinburgh Marathon

DaveSW — Wed, 28 May 2008 08:48:51 +0100

I was going to upload the results but it looks like Mike is on the ball and has sorted it.

I agree with Mike that the start is a little bit chaotic but overall I enjoyed this run.

It is a bit strange that the route is not past any major landmarks (not that I noticed anyway).

Great to have so many Bounders all doing a big event like this.

[Results & Race Reports] Re: Edinburgh Marathon

mikegill — Wed, 28 May 2008 08:41:25 +0100

Results now available for the Edinburgh Marathon

Brian 3.35.51
Ray 3.40.52
David 3.52.48
Mike 4.02.28
Gordon 4.24.24
Don 4.28.41
Aidan 4.34.46
Caroline waiting for time

[Results & Race Reports] Edinburgh Marathon

mikegill — Tue, 27 May 2008 21:32:39 +0100

Christine,Trudy & Anth supported the runners made up of Brian, Ray, Dave S, Mike G, Gordan, Aidan, Don & Caroline. I didn't get up in time to register so Caroline kindly did the bus, I gather the goody bag majored on 2 potatoes!! and little else. The start area was very congested and not helped by the runners Qing for the loo's parallel to the way you needed to force your way through to the start. Weather was cool with a brisk north easterly 18 mph wind in your face for 19 miles before a turn had it pushing you onto the finish. Havent got official times yet but nuff said fast Brian was the man on the day with an unverified time of 3.36. Well done Brian
Mike

[Blackhill Bounders Forum] Re: Long Distance Relay 2008

webman — Tue, 27 May 2008 21:03:00 +0100

Blackhill Bounders Long Distance Relay Saturday 14th & Sunday 15th June 2008

Times based on 13 minute miles
From	To	Designated runners	Distance	Cumulative distance	Start time	Finish time
Tynemouth	South end pedestrian tunnel Jarrow		5.2		06:30	7.38
South end pedestrian tunnel Jarrow	Millennium bridge		6.2	11.4	7.38	08:58
Millennium bridge	Big Lamp brewery Newburn		7.2	18.6	08:58	10:32
Big Lamp brewery Newburn	Ovingham bridge		5.2	23.8	10:32	12:00
Ovingham bridge	Corbridge market place		7.3	31.1	12:00	13:35
Corbridge market place	Bridge end pub		6.3	37.4	13:35	14:57
Bridge end pub	Bridge at Hayden Bridge		6	43.4	14:57	16:15
Bridge at Hayden Bridge	Plenmeller road junction		10.1	53.5	16:15	18:26
Plenmeller road junction	Slaggyford		7.9	61.4	18:26	20:08
Slaggyford	Alston Railway Station		4.5	65.9	20:08	21:06
		Day 1 distance	65.9
Overnight stop in Alston

Alston	Nenthead		7.1	73	08:00	09:32
Nenthead	Sinderhope Post Office		7.8	80.8	09:32	11:13
Sinderhope Post Office	Whitley Chapel School		6.4	87.2	11:13	12:35
Whitley Chapel School	Blanchland car park		7.7	94.9	12:35	14:16
Blanchland car park	Junction with A68		6.5	101.4	14:16	15:41
Junction with A68	Grey Horse		5.9	107.3	15:41	17:00
		Day 2 distance	41.4

Have a look at the various options and let Ray know what legs you want to run. All the distances are within everyones ability so if you're up�
for it put your self down for multi legs.

[Blackhill Bounders Forum] Re: Long Distance Relay 2008

Vicki — Tue, 20 May 2008 11:16:37 +0100

Hi Ray

I am going to attempt to do the last 3 legs of the relay on the Sunday :-)

Vicki

[Socials & Rehydration Therapy] Kims Birthday

Brian R — Mon, 19 May 2008 17:41:54 +0100

Kims birthday night out is May 31st meeting at the Grey Horse between 6 to 6 30 bus to Durham at 7 all welcome names to Kath Spencer ((:P)

[Blackhill Bounders Forum] Re: Long Distance Relay 2008

dilleyi — Sun, 18 May 2008 18:45:24 +0100

(:P) we need to alert ray to simons request . :S .he will be delighted ,but while his legs are still going strong,i fear they have sapped the stength from his brain (:D rendering him unable to access the forum. Wendy, his carer will do this for him

[Results & Race Reports] Re: pier to pier race 18th may 10am

dilleyi — Thu, 15 May 2008 17:10:25 +0100

plenty of room on the bus. leaves belle vue at 8 . 30 B) spectators welcome! :D

[Blackhill Bounders Forum] Re: Long Distance Relay 2008

simon bell — Wed, 14 May 2008 11:06:36 +0100

Hi Chris

I'm a 40" chest.

Thanks
Simon

[Blackhill Bounders Forum] Re: Long Distance Relay 2008

webman — Tue, 13 May 2008 18:15:14 +0100

Hi Simon

Good to hear you are on th mend. We have sign off to order the vests, what size do you need?

Chris