. The Pirates seemed like a nice bunch, and with their "go get it" attitude who wouldn't want to swim a little, bike a lot and then warm down with a marathon?!There have been highs and lows throughout my training - days when I couldn't wait to get out the door

of hugely popular mountain-bike events Sleepless in the Saddle and the Red Bull Mountain Mayhem 24-hour race, comes this cross-country 10K held in the leafy parkland surrounds of Catton Hall Park. You’ll face a tough cross-country route snaking up

scenery and plentiful local support in this shorter sister event. Admiral Swansea Bay 10K (September 27) Popular out-and-back coastal fixture, boasting welcoming crowds and definite PB potential.National Highlights...Buxton Carnival 5 (Derbyshire, July 11