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2013 Bristol 10K 2008
 | | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Well-organised mass-participation
In full: My home fixture, and as a Vet 65 pleased to run for the 4th time and do a PB. Wave start and pens worked OK: very few slower runners around me, so soon Into the rhythm. Great support from public and specifically from Southville RC members . Finish arrangements excellent, nice medal and T-shirt, sad goody bag.
Date of review: May 10, 2013
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2013 The Pensford 10K
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 40% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 20% |
In short: Serious challenge for fit runners
In full: A most impressive event. Probably the toughest and best-organised of local 10ks. Superbly marshalled, and thanks to you all. I was pleased, as a V60, to run it in 47.12 but didn't have much left. A superb circuit, a privilege to pass through such lovely surroundings, and on traffic free roads.
Date of review: April 29, 2013
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2013 The Wiltshire 10
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 60% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Splashy speedy outing
In full: Great course, and modest numbers allow you to get straight into the race even if you start in the back half. Some of the best marshalling I've encountered. Lack of directional signs to venue a big mistake, especially on a wet day with an early start.
Date of review: February 16, 2013
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2012 Plain Crazy 12
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 40% |
In short: Gale-force exposure
In full: My third Plain Crazy and it's different each time! Great sweeping views and challenging gradients blasted by a powerful wind. It's a different experience from your average town 10k or half: small-scale, informal, unprecdictable and at the mercy of the weather. And for a very good cause. Thanks again Ted Wilson and colleagues.
Date of review: December 27, 2012
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2012 Vale of Pewsey Half Marathon
| | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 80% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 40% |
In short: Small-scale but a fine race
In full: A single circuit with some undulations through beautiful countryside on roads with light traffic. Mostly club runners who seemed to enjoy the low-key ambience, unobtrusive efficiency and delicious cakes
Date of review: August 27, 2012
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2012 Forest of Dean Half-Marathon
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 100% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Forest Run Surpasses Most
In full: This is a brilliant race;enough undulations to be challenging; delightful scenery, friendly crowds, easy parking and the sunny day helped. I managed a PB, so all's well with the world.
Date of review: April 1, 2012
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2012 Minchinhampton 10K
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 100% |
In short: Local, friendly. mildly challenging
In full: A race to get you into racing: welcoming, family atmosphere, efficient and friendly admin., run on local roads and lanes with a grand final stretch up the main street. The hill at 6-7k demands respect.
Date of review: March 19, 2012
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2011 Plain Crazy 12
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 80% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Wide vistas, long hills
In full: In mild weather such a contrast to last year's snow and ice; last-minute course change (Army's fault)meant more road less rough country; unexpected hazard near Imber was convoy of smelly 2CV Citroens. A race like no other and may it long continue! This year's HQ excellent although Sack Hill at start a rude beginning.
Date of review: December 28, 2011
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2011 The Easy Runner Sodbury Slog
| | Overall score | | 100% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 100% | | PB potential | | 60% | | Atmosphere | | 100% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 80% |
In short: Super mudfest
In full: My first Slog on a glorious day with enough filth and water to satisfy all mudlark runners. I didn't find it hard as there were so many natural rests at styles, sheep dips etc. The brief,dignified Act of Remembrance gives this event a special atmosphere.
Date of review: November 13, 2011
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2011 Stroud Half Marathon
| | Overall score | | 80% | | Would you do it again? | | Yes | | | | Details: | | Scenery | | 60% | | PB potential | | 80% | | Atmosphere | | 60% | | Organisation | | 80% | | Value | | 80% | | Beginner-friendliness | | 60% |
In short: Varied scenery and well-supported
In full: My fourth time running this well-organised race; just the right size to be both a spectacle and a friendly local event. Not a beautiful course and hemmed in by traffic at several points.Hard work against the headwind this year.
Date of review: October 24, 2011
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