Fast Forward Running Hurstbourne 5Here's how RW members rated this race in the past (39 votes). | 1 to 10 of 11 ratings | Page: 1 2 |
| The big picture 2010 (11 votes) | | Overall score | | 98% | | How many would do it again? | | 100% | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 87% | | Organisation | | 95% | | Value | | 89% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 73% |
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2010 race reviewed by: AikiGirl
 | | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Fantastic challenging race in its 2nd year
In full: I was back for a second time as I enjoyed it so much last year. Beat my time too! Fantastic organisation again with friendly marshalls. Only thing that could be improved - still couldn't hear what was said at the start line. Was convinced I was going to run up the 2nd big hill, but had forgotten quite how steep it was... Thanks again for a really enjoyable race
Date of review: April 30, 2010
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2010 race reviewed by: Dangermaus
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Can't wait for next year - I have to run up that hill !!
In full: Absolutely brilliant....I'm a novice plodder and have never felt out of place....One of those races that you think "What the hell am I doing", but as soon as its over you're already working out a training plan for the next year... The Coffee and Walnut cake makes it all worth while.
Date of review: April 22, 2010
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2010 race reviewed by: melvin vayle
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 40% |
In short: a famous steep hill!
In full: I have run round these paths (alot!) with my local hash so I knew what was in store. would have been alot more fun if it was wet and muddy hope it is so next year! Good organisation for a small race and excellent cakes. pity the printer went on strike but i was emailed the results. well done!
Date of review: April 20, 2010
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2010 race reviewed by: Choisty
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 20% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: A Excellent Race that Asks a Few Questions of Your Legs
In full: A wonderful location for a race that was supremely organized. I really enjoyed the course even the incredibly steep bits the marshall were friendly and the atmosphere was superb. It was also nice to see the sponsor (fast forward) running the race and doing well. I will be back next year.
Date of review: April 20, 2010
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2010 race reviewed by: Cheryl Moody
| | Overall score | | 100% | | 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 course but a great event, glorios surroundings
In full: I must admit I was in two minds as to whether to take part as I had read about the hills and as I had not trained very much I didn't think I would make it round, well I am so glad I took part it was a great race, everyone was friendly, the course was in beautiful countryside, I will be back next year.
Date of review: April 19, 2010
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2010 race reviewed by: Emiliano Espinar
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
Date of review: April 18, 2010
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2010 race reviewed by: DaisyD
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Scenic with a sting in the tail!
In full: I should have realised when the race info said the last mile was "undulating" they meant vertical! OK it was only really a couple of hundred meters, and the view at the top was great - gave me chance to catch my breath! ;o)
Really scenic 5 miler, not one for a PB but not many trail races are. Two tough climbs but a fab singletrack downhill, the rest really does undulate. Can't fault the organisation, they even got the sun to shine! Luckily it was dry for a couple of weeks before the race, would have been much tougher if the course had been muddy. Will be back next year for sure - might even do some hill training next time!
Date of review: April 17, 2010
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2010 race reviewed by: lucsky
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Beautiful scenery, excellent marshalling, horrendous hills - a fantastic race!
In full: Warmer weather made the course less muddy and much ruttier than expected - great to help increase the speed! Lovely area and a really friendly race, great for non or club runners alike. The hills were horrible, but some wonderful downhill moments made it worthwhile. I'll definitely be back next year.
Date of review: April 17, 2010
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2010 race reviewed by: Sunkist
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
Date of review: April 17, 2010
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2010 race reviewed by: Steve Crick 2
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 100% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: Fantastic Race
In full: First time I've done this as local to me. Very well organised parking, entry system, marshalls, everything perfect...
Its a cross country race, with two suicidal hill, great marshall's, nice scenery and glorious weather thrown in.
This race has reminded me why I love running so much...
Thanks to the organisers, definitely see you next Year!
Date of review: April 17, 2010
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