Little Dart River Run
On Saturday Oli Hunt put in an amazing performance to gain 3rd place in the Little Dart River Run.
Due to the scorching forecasts the original 17 mile route was shortened to 9 miles. Organised by Wild Running, the LDRRR is a nearly completely off road course covering part of the UK’s first UNESCO biosphere, following the river from east Worlington until it joins the Taw near Chulmleigh.
Otter Rail and River Run
Also on Saturday, Pete Roissetter ran the Otter Rail and River 10km trail run. Despite feeling as if he “nearly melted” Pete managed to finish in 93rd place with a time of 1:03, being one of the braver (or crazier) runners who didn’t opt to change to the shorter 7km route.
Pete said it was a well run and welcoming event and he would definitely do it again (on a cooler day!)
This event is a scenic off-road 10km taking in the sites of the Otter Valley which is well known for its great atmosphere – and in normal conditions, the puddles.
Exeter 10k Series
Over Friday and Saturday, Andrew Vernon, Luke Stannus and Mark Peck braved the Exeter 10k series. This double whammy event it designed for runners targeting fast times and competitive racing on the Friday evening and PBs for everyone on the Saturday evening.
On Friday, Luke and Mark put in great performances with Luke placing 4th, in a speedy field, in a time of 34:31 and Mark finishing in 41:18.
On Saturday, Andrew ran an impressive race to place 5th overall in 41:06.
Purple Gecko Sunset Half Marathon and 10km
On Saturday, Paul Carter completed the Sunset Half Marathon, organised by Purple Gecko Events.
Starting at 18:15pm, conditions were very challenging with 30+ degrees to contend with. Paul said it was a tough 3km start and finish running on Perranporth beach, but the scenery was beautiful and the sunset made the event special. Paul was placed 16/105 in 2hrs15.
ORC Keeley Phillips also helped marshal on this event sweeping the long 10k.
Race to the Stones
In Sundays blistering heat, Pearl Barnes managed to run a personal best of 7:14 (unofficial) in the Race to the Stones 50k. After taking up running just 2 1/2 years ago, she achieved her dream of running an ultra (having completed several mainly walking). Pearl said “the first 40k was ok. The last 10k was relentless in the sun and heat. But I slowed my pace and made it safely.”
The route starts at Wantage and finishes at Avebury Stone Circle following the oldest path in the UK, the ancient Ridgeway. Past ancient hill forts (including Barbury Castle) and long barrows. It’s an amazing route with incredible views along the way.
