46th Hogs Back 8Here's how RW members rated this race in the past (203 votes). 2007 race reviewed by: Peter Carter 3
 | | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: A challenging but great fun 8 miler
Date of review: December 10, 2007
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2007 race reviewed by: Steve Tucker 5
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: my 2nd hogs back, great race, tough last mile.
In full: my 2nd hogs back, great race, tough last mile.
Going down the big hill is such a great feeling after the slog up it ang can result in a good time. I was all set to do it easily under one hour, but then I slowed loads in the last mile eventully finishing just outside the hour, but knocked 1min off last years time so still quite chuffed.
The driveway for Losely Park seemed to go on forever, not helped by top runners running back at you.
I didn't see any cake ! Only water. I'd happily pay a pound or 2 more for an energy drink and bar. I will be back next year .
Date of review: December 10, 2007
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2007 race reviewed by: Derrick Laing
| | Overall score | | 60% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 40% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: This was my second time and although slower I found it easier. Good organisation and the walk back to nthe car is good for stretching off
Date of review: December 9, 2007
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2007 race reviewed by: richard griffin
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 40% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Very enjoyable
Date of review: December 9, 2007
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2007 race reviewed by: Raymonde Woodman
| | Overall score | | 60% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 40% | | Organisation | | 60% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Good race once the hills are out of the way potential for a very fast time. Need more toilets at start though. t
Date of review: December 9, 2007
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2007 race reviewed by: Will Harvey
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: First Hog's Back and very much enjoyed it - despite the rain and the hills!!
In full: Well organised race, although the mile markers seemed sporadically accurate and the 20 minute walk back to the start is rather unique - part of its charm I guess! Will definitely be back
Date of review: December 9, 2007
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2007 race reviewed by: Natty V
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Great race, hills not too bad and a lovely down before the er final bump!
In full: Well marshalled, lovely run, most testing on the course is the last mile! Cake's needed higher publicity! mmmmmm
Date of review: December 9, 2007
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2007 race reviewed by: Malcolm Gumbrell
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 60% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Good race, well organised. Really enjoyed it.
In full: Well done the marshalls. Hill wasn't too bad at all...lots of downhill. Traffic was scary in places. Last mile seemed long!! Don't know if finish back to car park can be improved, but will definitely be back next year anyway. Thanks for a great race.
Date of review: December 9, 2007
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2007 race reviewed by: Muttley
| | Overall score | | 60% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 40% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: An old-fashioned club event
In full: First time I've done this one. Course is challenging with some good climbs, including a leg-sapping one at the end. Well organized, number was sent out well in advance, and the baggage reclaim at the finish was fast. Results on the website by early evening. One minor gripe - would be nice to have the year marked on the medal ribbon. I'll be back next year.
Date of review: December 9, 2007
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2007 race reviewed by: Keith Rosser
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 60% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Great challenge with the hills and an excellent work out for other flatter events - I'll be there next year!
Date of review: December 9, 2007
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