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Gloucester 20 - 8 March 2015

What is the appeal of running a 20 mile road race around a 3 lap course on the outskirts of Gloucester? There are at least 3 good reasons:

  1. The Gloucester 20 is in the club 6 from 10 competition (points=prizes);
  2. It is also in the County Road Race Series (again, points=prizes);
  3. For those training for a Spring marathon, it provides an opportunity to do a long run with water stops and applause.

So it was with the above in mind that 13 Bourton Roadrunners headed to an industrial estate on a drizzly Sunday morning along with approximately 587 others.

Competition was fierce, with many clubs bringing their “big guns”. Darren Long and Shona Crombie-Hicks took their rightful place at the head of the field, with Darren completing the race in 2:15:33 (39th) and Shona in 2:16:04 (42nd overall, 5th Lady and 1st LV40).

Claire Harrison had a superb run, scooping the 1st LV35 prize in 2:31:28, chased by Nigel Frith (2:33:33). Steph Holton and Catherine Wheeler ran together and were excited to record an excellent 2:44:45. Susan Hunt was happy with a PB 2:48:53.

Debbie Davidson was making her 20 mile race debut. Happily for Debbie, she had the privilege of being accompanied and encouraged around the course by John Gibson (who was running somewhat gingerly as recovering from injury). Over the years, John’s calm and reassuring presence has seen many a clubmate through a tough race, and this was no exception. They crossed the line together in a triumphant 2:53:55.

Dave Turnbull ran a solid 3:07:06, new member Vivien D'Alton finished in 3:14:18 and ever-determined Lynn Hudson in 3:20:36.

Darren Davidson used the race as marathon preparation, completing 2 laps of the course in 2:45:06. This was further than he had ever run before, so he definitely earned his technical T-shirt.

Once again, the runners were supported by a band of loyal clubmates who braved the miserable conditions to wave, cheer, offer drinks and take photos. Many thanks to them (and apologies if we didn’t always manage to smile and wave back).


 

 

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Highlights

13 Bourton Roadrunners took part in the Gloucester 20, part of the County Road-race Series.

Shona Crombie-Hicks finished 1st LV40 and Claire Harrison 1st LV35.

Susan Hunt claimed a PB in 2:48:53.


Debbie Davidson and John Gibson finishing at the Gloucester 20

Debbie Davidson and John Gibson finishing at Gloucester 20.

 

 

Other reports may be found on our recent race reports page.