Coniston Trail Race Here's how RW members rated this race in the past (158 votes). | The big picture (158 votes) | | Overall score | | 96% | | How many would do it again? | | 97% | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 99% | | PB potential | | 47% | | Atmosphere | | 91% | | Organisation | | 89% | | Value | | 83% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 76% |
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2012 race reviewed by: Andrew Sutherland 5
 | | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: Huge fun
In full: I just wish I lived closer, so I could run such a superb route regularly. The race was brilliant.
Date of review: October 11, 2012
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2012 race reviewed by: Roundy.
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Another Fantastic Lakeland Trails Event
Date of review: October 10, 2012
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2012 race reviewed by: Lytham LT
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 20% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Very tough but huge grin factor :)
In full: If you're chasing PB's this is one to forget immediately. If however, you want to get mucky, sweat, grin, ache and basically have the time of your life in the great outdoors, this is one you MUST do. Like all LT events the emphasis is very much on fun and taking part. You do thechallenge events at your own pace and if you want to stop and draw breath (or take photos, as a fair few did on the tough climb up Coppermines Valley) you can. There are sections that are tough to run for all but the fittest and some hellishly boggy bits (hardly a shock after the recent weather), but these are more than compensated for by some stunning scenery and some brilliant trails and descents to run.
If you're thinking of doing an LT event, stop thinking about it and do it, they are fantastic events and potentially life changing experiences, especially for trail running newbies.
Date of review: October 8, 2012
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2012 race reviewed by: Kevin White
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Very tough for a first trail race but it ihas made me want to do more.
Date of review: October 8, 2012
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2012 race reviewed by: Martin Middlemiss
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Another great Lakeland Trails event
In full: Perfect mix of competitive racing and beginner friendliness. Stunning views and a tough course.
Date of review: October 7, 2012
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2012 race reviewed by: P.
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: An Idyllic Challenge!!
In full: Only my second 'Trail' and again I was blown away by the organisation and friendliness. These are just brilliant events that have put the sheer fun back into my running! The autumnal atmosphere was amazing with reddening trees and mountains awash in mellow sunshine. The alternative car parking allowed me to park at the very edge of Coniston Water, where I had a post race paddle to wash the mud off!! Idyllic x
(However, I really must run these faster....)
Date of review: October 7, 2012
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2012 race reviewed by: FeetDontFailMe
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Same time next year? Count me in.
In full: This was my first trail race, and first time running on mountains (I usually walk like most sane people). I absolutely loved it. The 4K climb at the start was Hell, but provided time to get your breath back and take in the views (because I, like many others walked these hills).
After this it was pure joy jumping over rocks, trying to keep balance doing strange little leaps, trudging through mud and free-wheeling down steep hills; I loved it; felt alive. Have to be careful not to forget it's not safe tarmac underfoot and keep concentration. Although at the same time, if you hesitate you're doomed.
The views were dramatic and uplifting; well worth the climb.
Some funny moments hearing people 'screaming' and making odd noises as they come across particularly boggy stretches; great atmosphere.
This race is now in my top 3 races of all time. I'm a trail convert.
Date of review: October 7, 2012
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2011 race reviewed by: Gary Clayton 4
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: see you next year
In full: love trail running, cheers to all.
Date of review: October 16, 2011
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2011 race reviewed by: Tom Stephens 2
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: spectacular cannot wait for next year
Date of review: October 7, 2011
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2011 race reviewed by: Pete Lashley
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: Great fun & fantastic scenery!
In full: A pleasure to run from start to finish and a brilliant atmosphere from when you arrive to when you leave. The first 4 km up the hill are hard work but that's all worth it when you level off as the views are brilliant and you can enjoy them even more as you head down towards Torver. Thanks to Graham & all the Lakeland Trails team and a special mention for the marshalls and photographers who always offer a smile and encouragement on the way round. Can't wait for next year's Lakeland Trails at Coniston and might now have a go at the Coniston marathon in July if I can get the training in!
Date of review: October 6, 2011
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