Fenland 10Here's how RW members rated this race in the past (105 votes). 2008 race reviewed by: Gordon Pearson
 | | Overall score | | 60% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Great race flat apart from the two bridges over the road. Did a PB today so v happy
In full: Only issue was when you turned the corner into the last straight their were runners (who had finished) walking back to the school all over the run in area to the finish.
Date of review: October 26, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: Vitalstatistix
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 100% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: It all depends on the wind...
In full: If you are looking for a PB, then there are few races flatter, but if there's some wind, you'll notice it. Today's conditions were pretty much spot on, though, with about 10mph against from mile 6 to 9-ish...
Thanks to the marshals who stood out in the wet weather when they could have been tucked up enjoying an extra hour in bed...
Date of review: October 26, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: maxine lane
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 100% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: great race
In full: really enjoyed this race and I hate flat courses, PB potential and beginner friendly.
Date of review: October 26, 2008
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2008 race reviewed by: Jeremy Navrady 3
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 40% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: Good race today - a little windy and wet today but no problems.
In full: This is a good race for anyone who can do the milage. Well organised, friendly and well worth doing. It can be susceptible to bad weather as it is flat, fast and open but that can work in your favour. The last 3 miles give the latitude to crank the pace up for a strong finish.
Date of review: October 26, 2008
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2007 race reviewed by: DrBob
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 100% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 60% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Windy but fast
In full: I took over 2 minutes off my PB so well pleased. It was windy but there was a reasonable amount of shelter even heading into the wind and the course is as flat as anyone could want. A still day would have been quicker and I'll be back next year hoping for less wind.
Date of review: October 29, 2007
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2007 race reviewed by: Mark_Hardiman
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Flat, windy course, overall well organised and very enjoyable
In full: First time I've raced a 10 miler and have to say, love the distance. Overrall a well organised event, good encoragement at end, and scenary not the worst the fens has to offer. FANTASTIC selection of cakes in race HQ at end, well done to all!!
Date of review: October 28, 2007
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2007 race reviewed by: Nick Abbey
| | Overall score | | 60% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: This is a typical Fen run - very flat and a high wind!
In full: I thought the organisation was good from the parking arrangements to water stations and the excellent table of cakes and drinks at the end. The route is well marked and marshalled with a good welcome on the last bit. Definite PB potential.
Date of review: October 28, 2007
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2007 race reviewed by: Em O
| | Overall score | | 40% | | Would you do it again? | | Maybe | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 40% | | Organisation | | 20% | | Value | | 40% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Marshalls not very good at giving you encouragement to go on
Date of review: October 28, 2007
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2007 race reviewed by: wearabighat
| | Overall score | | 60% | | Would you do it again? | | Maybe | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 60% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: not a bad course for the fens
In full: Being in the fens this is a flat course with the only two hills being bridges over the A47. Winds througha few villages, but exposed at times to the elements. The goody bag could certainly be improved.
Date of review: October 28, 2007
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2007 race reviewed by: Andrew Barber 2
| | Overall score | | 60% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 40% | | Organisation | | 60% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Not a bad race. Definate PB potential. Drawback of cars on the roads in places. well worth the trip .
Date of review: October 28, 2007
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