My Event Ratings

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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