Arrowtown, Otago, New Zealand, Saturday, March 4, 2023
15.7km / 927m
This might not be my holiday of a lifetime, but it was my holiday of a lifetime so far. I’d never been nearly so far away, or for so long. So what do runners do when they are planning a holiday itinerary? They scan the internet for races to enter, of course. This one particularly … Continue reading Motatapu Miners Trail 2023
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 current standings in the GP, updated following the completion of the NEHL season, and the Dentdale 14 race. Some marathons and half-marathons are also included. Any Strider who runs such an event can submit their result for inclusion. So far, 108 Striders have competed in at least one GP event. The Grand … Continue reading Grand Prix 2022-23 – Standings
Introduction I hope the New Year has started well for you. Striders have been super active in a variety of Striders training and social runs. Thanks to all run leaders and volunteers for the amazing choice of running options this month. Thank you to everyone who gave up their time to help host the Durham … Continue reading RUNdown January 2023
Ingram, Northumberland, Saturday, December 3, 2022
58 miles, 10,000 feet ascent
© North of Tyne Mountain Rescue The Montane Cheviot Goat is a winter ultra run advertised as 55 miles but the 2022 version was 58 miles with about 10,000 foot of ascent. In short, this is a tough race, it is long, remote, subject to winter weather and the last 15 miles are hilly bogs … Continue reading Montane Cheviot Goat Winter Ultra 2022
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
Introduction Hello and welcome to the December issue of Striders’ RUNdown. I hope you all had a peaceful Christmas and were able to get some running in. Taking a look back over this month we have had some fantastic December races and running achievements as summarised in the Strider Shout-Out. Just a reminder that anyone … Continue reading RUNdown December 2022
Introduction Welcome to the November issue of Striders’ RUNdown. We have the usual round-up of Strider racing this month. There have been some fabulous races, including the popular Brampton to Carlisle 10 Mile Road Race and the Aykley Heads cross country fixture. A huge thank you to everyone who enabled our club to host such … Continue reading RUNdown November 2022
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