What is the Elvet Striders Grand Prix? The Elvet Striders Grand Prix (GP) is an annual competition for club members that covers a range of different races. The GP is a long tradition in the club, and is a fantastic opportunity to participate in events with other Striders, and try event types that you haven’t … Continue reading Grand Prix 2022-23
These are the currently known best marathon and half-marathon times for the 2022-23 Grand Prix. Striders who think that their time is incorrect or missing, or who have done a better time in another marathon should get in touch with their result. Also, if you are not running the GNR, you can submit a better … Continue reading Grand Prix 2022-23 – Marathon and Half-marathon Summary
These are the current standings in the GP, after the first three Harrier League fixtures at Wrekenton, Druridge Bay and Lambton Castle, and the Brampton to Carlisle 10 Mile Race. Some marathons and half-marathons are also included. Any Strider who runs such an event can submit their result for inclusion. So far, 94 Striders have … Continue reading Grand Prix 2022-23 – Standings
What is the Elvet Striders Grand Prix? The Elvet Striders Grand Prix (GP) is an annual competition for club members that covers a range of different races. It is a fantastic opportunity to try event types that you haven’t done before. The GP is a long tradition in the club, and is making a welcome … Continue reading Grand Prix 2021-22
Grand Prix 2021 – 2022 Standings These are the final standings in the GP for 2021-22. In total, 176 Striders competed in at least one GP event. Well done to every one of you! See here for details of the Grand Prix for 2022-23. Final Leading Placings Gender and Age Standings Participants are placed in … Continue reading Grand Prix 2021-22 – Standings
These are the currently known best marathon and half-marathon times for the 2021-22 Grand Prix. Striders who think that their time is incorrect or missing, or who have done a better time in another marathon should get in touch with their result. Also, if you did not run the GNR, you can submit a better … Continue reading Grand Prix 2021-22 – Marathon and Half-marathon Summary
Introduction Welcome to the October issue of Striders’ RUNdown. As I write this, the trees are in orange, yellow and red autumnal splendour. With blue skies and the sun shining, it’s ideal for a restorative run. This month has seen the London Marathon, Chester Marathon, Kielder Marathon weekend and the Loch Ness Marathon. Striders took … Continue reading RUNdown – October 2022
The Manchester Half-marathon on Sunday 9th October was my main race of the year and had it in my plans for a big PB after hitting a 4 minute PB in October 2021 of 1:19:01. 2022 has been a massive success for me before the race, achieving PBs in 5k and 10k with times of … Continue reading Manchester Half-marathon 2022
The day I almost got run over by an ambulance 200 metres from the finish line… For whatever reason I decided that I wanted to do my fourth marathon abroad. While Sarah Fawcett’s tale of knee-high floods didn’t sell the Venice marathon, a beaming account from Sophie Dennis piqued my interest in the Amsterdam Marathon. … Continue reading TCS Amsterdam Marathon 2022
Introduction Welcome to the September issue. The weather has definitely turned, as told by trainers stuffed with newspaper taking longer to dry and a second layer being needed on early morning runs for some. This month marks the start of the cross country season, and what a fun time we had at the Wrekenton fixture. … Continue reading RUNdown – September 2022