road and fell http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/ 52 rows en-gb 60 Rothbury: Hill Forts and Headaches - Thu 1st Jan 2009 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1798096.html Starting outside the Newcastle Hotel in Rothbury this short (AS / 3mi / 1020' ) fell race is one way only. The jog back down is nice and gentle after the dash up. Thursday 1 January 2009: Starting outside the Newcastle Hotel in Rothbury this short (AS / 3mi / 1020' ) fell race is one way only. The jog back down is nice and gentle after the dash up.

Outside Newcastle Hotel waiting to start Outside Newcastle Hotel waiting to start Outside Newcastle Hotel waiting to start Outside Newcastle Hotel waiting to start Outside Newcastle Hotel waiting to start Away on the course on the course on the course on the course on the course on the course on the course on the course on the course on the course on the course on the course on the course on the course on the course on the course on the course on the course on the course on the course on the course on the course on the course on the course on the course on the course on the course on the course on the course on the course on the course looking back looking back

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]]> Thu Jan 1 2009 Ambleside: Wansfell Race - Sun 27th Dec 2009 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1797147.html a short fell race that climbs up to the cloud before descending on a parallel path to the ascent. AS. 2.5m/1500' from Old Kelsick School, Stockghyll Lane, Ambleside (GR 383044). Sunday 27 December 2009: a short fell race that climbs up to the cloud before descending on a parallel path to the ascent. AS. 2.5m/1500' from Old Kelsick School, Stockghyll Lane, Ambleside (GR 383044).

Phil Owen And Stuart Will Horsley NFR team NFR team Phil with Roo and Stuart/Stewart Me and Phil Will Horsley in 9th place Race HQ

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]]> Sun Dec 27 2009 Live Photos 27 Dec 2009 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1796392.html Live Photos 27 Dec 2009 Sunday 27 December 2009: Live Photos 27 Dec 2009

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]]> Sun Dec 27 2009 Thropton Show: Simonside Fell Race - Sat 19th Sep 2009 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1794849.html BM. 6.75m/1200' from Thropton Showfield, Coquetdale (GR NU031027) Saturday 19 September 2009: BM. 6.75m/1200' from Thropton Showfield, Coquetdale (GR NU031027)

Colin and Shaun Colin and Shaun race start race start race start Phil Green Fording the river Fording the river Fording the river Fording the river Fording the river Fording the river upwards upwards upwards upwards upwards great rocks Simonside Cairns Simonside Cairns Simonside Cairns Simonside Cairns Simonside Cairns Simonside Cairns Simonside Cairns great rocks Self Portrait? Me and Shaun Me and Shaun Flour a lovely noisy machine

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]]> Sat Sep 19 2009 Newcastle to South Shields: Great North Run - Sun 20th Sep 2009 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1794811.html Newcastle to South Shields: Great North Run - Sun 20th Sep 2009 Sunday 20 September 2009: Newcastle to South Shields: Great North Run - Sun 20th Sep 2009

Off the bus Let's have a look at the view nice George and Barrie pose in front of the loos George and Barrie pose in front of the loos George and Barrie pose in front of the loos Getting togged up on with the feathers Jamie, Barrie, me and George Jamie, Barrie, me and George George and Barrie head to their VIP start Jamie Jane Middle Pen Middle Pen Sting Sting and Chums Sunny Skies Oggy etc underpass underpass underpass blue skies Tyne Bridge Tyne Bridge Tyne Bridge Tyne Bridge Beware of Low Flying Drinks George George George George getting timing chip removed Indian Man Me and George on the home finish Indian Man and George Indian Man Indian Man Indian Man Indian Man with a bit of leg flexion - I can't help it Indian Man

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]]> Sun Sep 20 2009 Sunderland Parkrun - Sat 31st Oct 2009 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1794792.html Sunderland Parkrun - Sat 31st Oct 2009 Saturday 31 October 2009: Sunderland Parkrun - Sat 31st Oct 2009

autumnal warm-up gathering Denise and George Denise and George George - Denise - Dougie George at the finish George into the funnel Funnelled Denise and George getting time Council of War Time's up

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]]> Sat Oct 31 2009 Sunderland Parkrun - Sat 7th Nov 2009 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1794776.html Sunderland Parkrun - Sat 7th Nov 2009 Saturday 7 November 2009: Sunderland Parkrun - Sat 7th Nov 2009

George Phil George George George Peter and Lindsey Peter and Lindsey Peter and Lindsey Finish Huddle All done Breakfast at Sainsbury's But is it art? the Truth!

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]]> Sat Nov 7 2009 North York Moors: Guisborough Three Tops http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1794769.html AM. 8m/2000' from Guisborough RUFC (GR 616155). Sunday 8 November 2009: AM. 8m/2000' from Guisborough RUFC (GR 616155).

Durham Fell Runners Durham Fell Runners Durham Fell Runners Durham Fell Runners Durham Fell Runners Shaun, Stu and Nigel Jan and Denise Shaun, Stu and Nigel Phil for Phil Elevation

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]]> Sun Nov 8 2009 Durham: Elvet Striders Christmas Handicap - Sat 19th Dec 2009 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1794755.html The theme for this annual fancy-dress event was Superheroes and Villains. (<a href="http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1627223.html">last year</a>) Saturday 19 December 2009: The theme for this annual fancy-dress event was Superheroes and Villains. (<a href="http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1627223.html">last year</a>)

Andrew Thompson It's truly tropical Ray Partridge Not a drop was spilled Captain Condom! A collection of strangeness Flip, Angie and a man with a gun Superhero Crossing Superhero Crossing Robin Dave R Harry Harry Ray and Roz Is anyone looking at Harry? I doubt it! At the Start End of Lap 1 Cocked and Ready Final Straight Harry and Robin Flippin' Harry!

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]]> Sat Dec 19 2009 Rothbury: Simonside Cairns - Sun 13th Dec 2009 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1792190.html Mild and calm conditions this year for the Simonside Cairns fell race. Weather completely different to <A HREF="http://es.fotopic.net/c1624754.html">last year</a>. BM. 11m/1420' from the Newcastle Hotel, Rothbury, Northumberland (GR 057017) Sunday 13 December 2009: Mild and calm conditions this year for the Simonside Cairns fell race. Weather completely different to <A HREF="http://es.fotopic.net/c1624754.html">last year</a>. BM. 11m/1420' from the Newcastle Hotel, Rothbury, Northumberland (GR 057017)

DFR pep talk - Stu, Peter, Alan, Patrick DFR: Stu, Peter, Alan, Patrick Geoff warming up Last minute checks walking to start milling around Susan getting ready to assemble Shaun pre-race briefing Rothbury Forest on the fells on the fells on the fells dicey boadwalk David Coxon no slip-ups Stile at Coquet Cairn David Coxon Mucky Man through the trees NFR: Raymond Gray obstacle NFR: Raymond Gray slippy boardwalk Phil Sanderson Phil Sanderson Christmas Lights and Carols Christmas Lights and Carols Susan Simonside Cairns Simonside Cairns Simonside Cairns Simonside Cairns Simonside Cairns Christmas Tree Nick Johnson David Coxon David Coxon Finish Sally Welsh Rebecca Pannell Raymond Gray Raymond Gray Raymond Gray Alan and Patrick Susan at the finish Susan at the finish Susan at the finish

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]]> Sun Dec 13 2009 Farringdon: Harrier League - Sat 28th Nov 2009 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1786727.html The first Harrier League of the year. <b>grim</b>, <b>hellish</b>, <b>really hard</b>, were some of the descriptions heard about the event. Sounds about right. No one has said they're not doing it again though ... Saturday 28 November 2009: The first Harrier League of the year. <b>grim</b>, <b>hellish</b>, <b>really hard</b>, were some of the descriptions heard about the event. Sounds about right. No one has said they're not doing it again though ...

Alan doing some pre-race warm-up It's not exactly Brotherhood of Man Milling around before the start Let's have a group photo What is being discussed here?! Group Photo of the men With Andrew Glass and Anna Seeley on the left Men Group Photo Dave the Gentleman Andrew finishing Andrew finishing Alan finishing Alan finishing Alan finishing smiles at the finish now that it's all over! loads of lasses loads of lasses Stef Stef Nina Striders in the pack Kirsty checking her watch Emma and Anna in the pack Stef and Nina Stef and Nina Jan Jan Jan Anna and Zoe probably the wrong time to mention the chocolates Zoe Jean Jean Jean Angela Angela Jane Kirsty and Jen Jen Lindsey Lindsey Joanne Clare Clare Fiona Fiona Fiona Fiona Nina approaching the water jump Nina and Susan approaching the water jump

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]]> Sat Nov 28 2009 North York Moors: Clay Bank West Fell Race - Sun 22 Nov 2009 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1784323.html a short fell race that with a rather scary section along the Cleveland Way on some very slidy stones. BS. 10.30 a.m. 5.5m/900' from Clay Bank Carpark, nr Stokesley, N. Yorks. (GR 572036). Sunday 22 November 2009: a short fell race that with a rather scary section along the Cleveland Way on some very slidy stones. BS. 10.30 a.m. 5.5m/900' from Clay Bank Carpark, nr Stokesley, N. Yorks. (GR 572036).

Dave Parry giving pre-race briefing About to start Ros and Matt Ros and Matt Susan at the finish Susan at the finish Ros and me Will Will collecting prize Will collecting prize About time the Crosslites had a wash I've often wondered what they looked like underneath the mud

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]]> Sun Nov 22 2009 Gibside Trail Race - Sun 1st Nov 2009 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1775889.html a wet day and a wet camera Sunday 1 November 2009: a wet day and a wet camera

Steph getting a spot prize at the finish Steph getting a spot prize at the finish Steph and Nina (and Debs) Steph and Nina (and Debs) Alan Alan Alan Alan Alan Alan Debs and Co Debs and Co Nina and Steph Nina and Steph Nina and Steph and a blur Nina and Steph and a blur Gary finishing Gary finishing Jean Jean Jean Jean Jane Jane Jane

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]]> Sun Nov 1 2009 Hedley Hall Wood: Will and Steve's Headtorch Run - Tue 27th Oct 2009 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1773793.html Hedley Hall Wood: Will and Steve's Headtorch Run - Tue 27th Oct 2009 Tuesday 27 October 2009: Hedley Hall Wood: Will and Steve's Headtorch Run - Tue 27th Oct 2009

Information Panel Information Panel Hedley Hall Wood by Torchlight Hedley Hall Wood by Torchlight Hedley Hall Wood by Torchlight Hedley Hall Wood by Torchlight Hedley Hall Wood by Torchlight Hedley Hall Wood by Torchlight Hedley Hall Wood by Torchlight Hedley Hall Wood by Torchlight Hedley Hall Wood by Torchlight Sculpture Sculpture gloom Hedley Hall Wood by Torchlight Hedley Hall Wood by Torchlight Sculpture Hedley Hall Wood by Torchlight Hedley Hall Wood by Torchlight Hedley Hall Wood by Torchlight Hedley Hall Wood by Torchlight Hedley Hall Wood by Torchlight Hedley Hall Wood by Torchlight Jan Jan Hedley Hall Wood by Torchlight Hedley Hall Wood by Torchlight Hedley Hall Wood by Torchlight Hedley Hall Wood by Torchlight Hedley Hall Wood by Torchlight Nigel seems a little troubled by the barbed wire Hedley Hall Wood by Torchlight Hedley Hall Wood by Torchlight Hedley Hall Wood by Torchlight

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]]> Tue Oct 27 2009 Temple Park: Sherman Cup and Davison Shield - Sat 24th Oct 2009 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1773388.html The Warm Up for the Harrier League started at Temple Park. Saturday 24 October 2009: The Warm Up for the Harrier League started at Temple Park.

Philip Sanderson Will Horsley David Gibson David Gibson Tom Reeves Shaun John Metson Geoff Davis Phil Owen Me Dave Robson The Wet and Loyal Men Joanne Heron Joanne Heron Stephanie Barlow Susan Davis Nina Mason Nina Mason Anna Pethybridge Anna Pethybridge Jan Young Jan Young Corrina James Corrina James Susan Davis Susan Davis Stephanie Barlow Joanne Heron Nina Mason Nina Mason Jan and Anna Jan and Anna Susan Susan Steph Steph Nina Nina Nina Nina Jo Jo Jo Jan Jan Jan Jan Anna Anna Corrina

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]]> Sat Oct 24 2009 Loch Ness Marathon - Sun 4th Oct 2009 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1770188.html Great Race. Reports on the <A HREF="http://www.elvet-striders.org.uk/#lochness.041009">Elvet Striders</A> Website. Sunday 4 October 2009: Great Race. Reports on the <A HREF="http://www.elvet-striders.org.uk/#lochness.041009">Elvet Striders</A> Website.

Daybreak buses buses buses start start start start pipes and drums pipes and drums pipes and drums pipes and drums pipes and drums start start start start start start start tough going tough going on the course on the course on the course on the course on the course on the course on the course saltire saltire course respect! on course on course on course on course gorilla on course coos finish finish finish finish finish finish running for the clan running for the clan garmin running for the clan

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]]> Sun Oct 4 2009 Richmond 10K - Sun 18th Oct 2009 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1770126.html a few photos of the Striders at the end of the race. Sunday 18 October 2009: a few photos of the Striders at the end of the race.

Zoe Zoe Andrew and Chris Zoe Andrew and Chris Zoe Andrew and Chris Zoe Dougie Andy and Chris Zoe Dougie Andy and Chris Zoe Dougie Andy and Chris Jackie and Margaret finish Jackie and Margaret finish Lots of Striders Lots of Striders Lots of Striders Lots of Striders Andrew and Margaret Andy Zoe and Mike Andy Zoe and Mike Andy Zoe and Mike Andy Zoe and Mike Jackie receiving first F70 prize Jackie getting prize

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]]> Sun Oct 18 2009 Durham: Elvet Striders Handicap Final - Wed 9th Sep 2009 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1753411.html The 2009 Elvet Striders Handicap Final! Photos are also on <A HREF="http://picasaweb.google.co.uk/djnisbet/HandicapFinal?feat=directlink">picasaweb.</A> Wednesday 9 September 2009: The 2009 Elvet Striders Handicap Final! Photos are also on <A HREF="http://picasaweb.google.co.uk/djnisbet/HandicapFinal?feat=directlink">picasaweb.</A>

Those feet were made for timekeeping Never trust a man with a clipboard Sunny smiles outside Maiden Castle The Lucozade King Kisses for me, Save All Your Kisses for Me Bye Bye baby Bye Bye Don't Cry Honey, Don't Cry Gonna Walk Out the Door But I'll Soon be back for More! Peter with his pn and clipboard Kirsty But I've got to work each day And that's why I go away (join in Colin!) Kirsty doing the BoM moves sunny evening for the final Zoe and Peter Emma Lindsey Angela Angela Debs and Joanne Andy Andy Chris Barrie Barrie Kirsty and Zoe Kirsty and Zoe Kirsty and Zoe Kirsty and Zoe Alan Alan Jan Jan Jan Alan Alan Dave Dave Dave Phil Phil Dave Melanie Melanie Melanie Melanie Phil Susan Susan

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]]> Wed Sep 9 2009 Durham: Jan's Hash Run - Wed 2nd Sep 2009 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1751929.html The Club Run was a Hash Run. It didn't slow the gnashers down though. Maybe if they'd done Roseberry Topping the night before they would have been a bit more sedate. Wednesday 2 September 2009: The Club Run was a Hash Run. It didn't slow the gnashers down though. Maybe if they'd done Roseberry Topping the night before they would have been a bit more sedate.

Now Listen Very Carefully! Jan explains how a hash run works Briefing Hey Ho Away we Go! Maiden Castle If you go down to the woods today Just a blur Nigel and Tom Nigel and Tom Nigel and Tom Jim gets a telling off J&J Jan and Jim Which way now? Pause and Regroup Somewhere near Shincliffe Somewhere near Shincliffe Somewhere near Shincliffe Somewhere near Shincliffe Somewhere near Shincliffe Somewhere near Shincliffe

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]]> Wed Sep 2 2009 Lake District: Grisedale Horseshoe - Sat 5th Sep 2009 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1751866.html The Grisedale Horseshoe Fell Race 10 miles 5000' AM Saturday 5 September 2009: The Grisedale Horseshoe Fell Race 10 miles 5000' AM

GPS trail The Vest! The Start outside the village hall The Start outside the village hall The Start outside the village hall Mires Beck Mires Beck Mires Beck Mires Beck Mires Beck Mires Beck Mires Beck Mires Beck Mires Beck Mires Beck Mires Beck Mires Beck Catstye Cam Catstye Cam Catstye Cam Catstye Cam Catstye Cam Catstye Cam Catstye Cam Swirral Edge Swirral Edge Swirral Edge Swirral Edge Helvellyn Helvellyn What a View! Descent to Grisedale Tarn Descent to Grisedale Tarn Descent to Grisedale Tarn Descent to Grisedale Tarn Descent to Grisedale Tarn Descent to Grisedale Tarn We're a happy bunch at the back! We're a happy bunch at the back! Ascent of St Sunday Crag Ascent of St Sunday Crag Ascent of St Sunday Crag Ascent of St Sunday Crag Ascent of St Sunday Crag Ascent of St Sunday Crag Ascent of St Sunday Crag Ascent of St Sunday Crag Towards Blind Cove and the descent to CP5 Towards Blind Cove and the descent to CP5

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]]> Sat Sep 5 2009 North York Moors: Roseberry Topping Fell Race: Tue 1st Sep 2009 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1749742.html A big race compressed into a mile and a quarter. Don't be fooled. It's a Beast! AS. 1.5m/715' from Newton under Roseberry car park, nr Great Ayton, Tuesday 1 September 2009: A big race compressed into a mile and a quarter. Don't be fooled. It's a Beast! AS. 1.5m/715' from Newton under Roseberry car park, nr Great Ayton,

Elevation Profile - Height X Distance Heart-Rate Pace! Not much difference between going up and coming down Alister and Phil Alister and Phil Steve and Will Phil is modelling Roseberry Topping Phil and RT Phil and RT Phil and RT Phil and RT Phil Alister and the Topping Phil Alister and the Topping Alister looks like he's having second thoughts Alister looks like he's having second thoughts Will Steve and Will Steve finishing in the rain Jan finishing as the rain begins Jan finishing as the rain begins Jan finishing as the rain begins Alister finishing Alister finishing Alister finishing while Phil practices his Tai Chi Jan and RT Jan Phil and Alister Phil and Alister Phil and Alister Jan Phil and Alister Jan Phil and Alister Steve Steve Will getting first prize Will getting first prize

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]]> Tue Sep 1 2009 Durham: Elvet Striders Club Handicap: Wed 12th Aug 2009 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1739708.html A lovely summer evening for the handicap (although it gets a bit chilly when you're not running). Just snapped of a quick flurry of photos in between timekeeping duties. A great sprint finish between Zoe and Kirsty added a bit of extra drama! Wednesday 12 August 2009: A lovely summer evening for the handicap (although it gets a bit chilly when you're not running). Just snapped of a quick flurry of photos in between timekeeping duties. A great sprint finish between Zoe and Kirsty added a bit of extra drama!

Emma Detchon with Andy James and Jim Nicholson just behind Emma Detchon with Andy James and Jim Nicholson just behind Emma Detchon with Andy James and Jim Nicholson just behind Emma Detchon with Andy James and Jim Nicholson just behind Jim Nicholson Jim Nicholson Jim Nicholson Zoe and Kirsty Zoe and Kirsty Zoe and Kirsty levitating Zoe and Kirsty comparing running styles Zoe and Kirsty Zoe and Kirsty Andrew Thompson Andrew Thompson Dave Robson Dave Robson Dave Robson Dave Robson John Hutchison John Hutchison John Hutchison Angela Proctor Angela Proctor Angela Proctor

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]]> Wed Aug 12 2009 Castle Bolton: James Herriot Country Trail Race - Sun 26th Jul 2009 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1732468.html Cool and Drizzly this year. I like cool and drizzly a lot more than hot and frazzled. There was a bit of congestion at the finish as bystanders tried to barge in for a closer view. They seemed to be shouting for someone called Moo! Sunday 26 July 2009: Cool and Drizzly this year. I like cool and drizzly a lot more than hot and frazzled. There was a bit of congestion at the finish as bystanders tried to barge in for a closer view. They seemed to be shouting for someone called Moo!

As you can see, it was a bit hotter in 2008 Scorched in 2008 Me, Steve from DFR, Phil Owen, and some other gadgies I look a bit fresher than last year Lemme at the diesel Gotta problem mister? Reflections Curious Cattle Itchy Noggin Don't look behind you Don't look behind you

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]]> Sun Jul 26 2009 Durham: The Court Inn Clamber - Thu 16th Jul 2009 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1726636.html An unexpectedly warm balmy evening for this year's clamber. Thursday 16 July 2009: An unexpectedly warm balmy evening for this year's clamber.

getting ready to go gathering for the start race start gathering for the start Alan Jan Jan Watching the finishers Sandra John John Jane a puggled Jane Jane Barrie and Christine Mandy Louise Louise the finish the finish Strollers Strollers Clare A couple of Harriers A couple of Harriers I'm not last!

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]]> Thu Jul 16 2009 Beadnell to Alnmouth: Northumberland Coastal Run - Sun 12th Jul 2009 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1725331.html The Alnwick Harriers Northumberland Coastal Run Sunday 12 July 2009: The Alnwick Harriers Northumberland Coastal Run

Jamie and Dave Dave and Jamie Angie inspects Shaun's vest Angela and Shaun Mr Cool Geoff Limbering up Geoff, Shaun and Colin Geoff Shaun and Colin Geoff Shaun and Colin Colin looking fired up! Phil T Yvonne and Angela group photo - Striders and Fetchies group photo - Striders and Fetchies group photo - Striders and Fetchies Shaun and Colin have a dance The starting area Getting ready to start Getting ready to start The starting area Beach view View of the Start area Phil T, Alan, Yvonne and Angela Phil T, Alan, Yvonne and Angela Phil T, Alan, Yvonne and Angela Lined along the beach, ready to go Shaun The starting area Shaun group photo group photo Geoff and Shaun Colin in Colour Clash, Alan perfectly co-ordinated Dave Dave Phil Owen Phil Owen Phil Green Phil Green from NFR Phil Green from NFR Mind your step Off we go along the beach no other start like this one views along the beach views along the beach views along the beach views along the beach Alan's in there somewhere

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]]> Sun Jul 12 2009 Saltwell Harriers Fell Race - Prize Giving - Tue 7th Jul 2009 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1724981.html The prizes are given out in the Moorcock Inn afterwards. Afraid they're all a bit grainy, but you get the idea. BS. 5.5m/1000' from 2m north of Stanhope on B6278 Tuesday 7 July 2009: The prizes are given out in the Moorcock Inn afterwards. Afraid they're all a bit grainy, but you get the idea. BS. 5.5m/1000' from 2m north of Stanhope on B6278

Prize Ceremony in Moorcock Inn Prize Ceremony in Moorcock Inn Prize Ceremony in Moorcock Inn Prize Ceremony in Moorcock Inn Prize Ceremony in Moorcock Inn Tom Geoff Prize Ceremony in Moorcock Inn Prize Ceremony in Moorcock Inn Nigel Phil Me Alister Debs Susan Prize Ceremony in Moorcock Inn Prize Ceremony in Moorcock Inn Dave

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]]> Tue Jul 7 2009 The Blaydon Race - Tue 9th Jun 2009 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1710249.html Was flying until 2 miles. Then I wasn't. Tuesday 9 June 2009: Was flying until 2 miles. Then I wasn't.

John H Andy with his P2P caggie John H Alister Dave and Fetchies Dave Dave Alister and Andy Dave Alister and Andy Dave getting the camera ready Jean and Phil Jean and Phil Jean and Phil The sea at the start Jean Andy, Waving, Not Drowning Jean Me! (by Jean) Photo by Jean Alister and Andy Talking Tactics I hope that's not a sultry look Phil's giving me Phil Some important looking gadgie Bridge (that's Peter Brooks over on the right) Peter View from a bridge Phil is just a blur Alister WhoDat? (overtaking me!) Bridge Lots of people passing me!

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]]> Tue Jun 9 2009 Edinburgh Marathon - Sun 31st May 2009 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1706408.html Edinburgh Marathon - Sun 31st May 2009 Sunday 31 May 2009: Edinburgh Marathon - Sun 31st May 2009

The Finish The Finish The Finish Me and Roberta in the car park All ready to go (just need the shades) All psyched up Me and Roberta We've started! The finish

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]]> Sun May 31 2009 Snods Edge: Snods 6 - Thu 21st May 2009 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1701520.html You've got to have a pretty good reason for not doing this race. Great route, free race, free food with some of the most imagintive food combining options the county has to offer. Thursday 21 May 2009: You've got to have a pretty good reason for not doing this race. Great route, free race, free food with some of the most imagintive food combining options the county has to offer.

Shaun and Debs Shaun and Debs Stretching at the Start Getting Ready Kirsty Anna Ray Wendy Lots of Striders Milling around before the start Talking Tactics Mike Phil and Anna Ray at the finish Ray Partridge Ray finishing Phil Owen Phil Owen Anna Pethybridge Debs The Finish The Finish Blyth Jean Jean Michael White Blackhill Bounders Alan Alan Blyth Wendy Kirsty Jane Jane Jane Jane Jan & Andy Jan & Andy Jan Andy Andy Andy Greta and Mike Greta and Mike Greta and Mike Greta Mike Mike Jan Mike Greta Jean Jan Mike Great Jean Heading down to escort Mike home Heading down to escort Mike home Mike Hall Police Escort!

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]]> Thu May 21 2009 South Shields to Roker: Pier to Pier - Sun 17th May 2009 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1699296.html An understated little race along some great coastline. My second running of this one and had forgotten how scenic it is. George had Nigel's camera and they've taken some <A HREF="http://picasaweb.google.com/elvet.striders/PierToPier2009#">fantastic photos</A> of the day. Sunday 17 May 2009: An understated little race along some great coastline. My second running of this one and had forgotten how scenic it is. George had Nigel's camera and they've taken some <A HREF="http://picasaweb.google.com/elvet.striders/PierToPier2009#">fantastic photos</A> of the day.

Near the finish. About to catch the bus for the start Near to the start Barrie Christine and George Ready to Go George and camera Following the firmer sand. Jan is just ahead. Dave Dave at the finish Dave Denise Denise Jim Jim Mike

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]]> Sun May 17 2009 Rainton Meadows: Elvet Striders Club Run - Wed 6th May 2009 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1695024.html Rainton Meadows: Elvet Striders Club Run - Wed 6th May 2009 Wednesday 6 May 2009: Rainton Meadows: Elvet Striders Club Run - Wed 6th May 2009

Club Run Club Run Club Run Club Run Club Run Club Run Club Run Club Run

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]]> Wed May 6 2009 Hamsterley Forest: DFR training night - Thu 7th May 2009 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1694940.html returning from the hill reps Thursday 7 May 2009: returning from the hill reps

Hamsterley Hamsterley Hamsterley

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]]> Thu May 7 2009 Aykley Heads: DFR on Tour - Thu 30th Apr 2009 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1691124.html Aykley Heads: DFR on Tour - Thu 30th Apr 2009 Thursday 30 April 2009: Aykley Heads: DFR on Tour - Thu 30th Apr 2009

Team photo by the railway bridge looking south towards Durham Team photo by the railway bridge looking south towards Durham Team photo by the railway bridge looking south towards Durham Team photo by the railway bridge looking south towards Durham

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]]> Thu Apr 30 2009 Redcar Half Marathon 2009: Sun 19th Apr 2009 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1685286.html Warm and Sunny weather for this year's Redcar Half Marathon. Sunday 19 April 2009: Warm and Sunny weather for this year's Redcar Half Marathon.

Heart Rate graph for 2008 2008 split times Heart Rate graph for 2009 How not to run a half-marathon Elvet Striders Results Alan just after the start Alan Purvis Alan Purvis Alan just after the start Dave Jane and Dave Jane and Dave Dave and Jane Jane and Dave Jane and Dave Dave and Jane Dave and Jane Jean and Yvonne Jean and Yvonne Jean and Yvonne Jean and Yvonne Jean and Me Jean and Me Milling around at the finish Comparing Goody Bags Yvonne, Dave, Jane and Jean Yvonne, Dave, Jane and Jean Yvonne, Dave, Jane and Jean Green Striders Green Striders Green Striders Alan approaching the finish And a well-deserved bottle of water Alan having a drink of water at the finish Alan having a drink of water at the finish Alan having a drink of water at the finish Alan having a drink of water at the finish

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]]> Sun Apr 19 2009 Rainton Meadows: Elvet Striders Club Run - Wed 1st Apr 2009 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1677426.html A few snaps from our first club run in the daylight! Wednesday 1 April 2009: A few snaps from our first club run in the daylight!

Club Run Club Run Club Run Club Run Club Run Club Run

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]]> Wed Apr 1 2009 Gisborough Moors Fell Race - Sun 5th Apr 2009 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1677419.html I wasn't feeling too great for this race but nothing was going to stop me shuffling around on this gorgeous sunny day. Really nice varied course and impressive views. And a decent pint of Guinness at the end. Sunday 5 April 2009: I wasn't feeling too great for this race but nothing was going to stop me shuffling around on this gorgeous sunny day. Really nice varied course and impressive views. And a decent pint of Guinness at the end.

Shaun using some strange sign-language to explain something before the race Whatever it is, it goes to the right too Colin and Will Shaun ensures he'll be able to see where he's going Shaun and Nigel Will and Colin Will and Colin Nigel at the Start The best bit! I'm looking forward to that pint ... ... Not that it lasted long!

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]]> Sun Apr 5 2009 Temple Park: 100 years of the Harrier League - Sat 28th Mar 2009 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1674060.html The last Harrier League of the league was a blustery sunny day. It seemed to involve cake. Lots of Cake. Lots and Lots of Cake! Saturday 28 March 2009: The last Harrier League of the league was a blustery sunny day. It seemed to involve cake. Lots of Cake. Lots and Lots of Cake!

Geoff and Susan secure the tent Will Stretching Up The Men! Striders Men The Elvet Striders Men's Team Tom Reeves ready for a 'gentle' (relative term) race Andy and Conrad with their winnings Dave Robson Phil on the home stretch Phil Owen Phil at the finish Jan, Jane and Denise prepare to go Striders Ladies get ready to go Striders Ladies get ready to go Ladies Start Jan and her Glow in the Dark Gloves A purple splash Roz and Debs Roz and Debs Susan Susan Stef Zoe Wendy Denise Denise Roz Susan Susan Stef Stef Stef Jan Jan Jane Zoe Now, there's the problem. That pony tail is not very aerodynamic! Wendy Steph Scott (NFR) Steph Scott (NFR) Steph Scott (NFR) Denise Roz Roz Susan Steph Jane Jane Jane

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]]> Sat Mar 28 2009 Kielder Borderer Fell Race: Sun 8th Mar 2009 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1664834.html The Kielder Borderer is a 17 Mile fell race starting and finishing at Kielder Castle. It takes in over 3000 feet of ascent as it visits Greys Pike, Three Pikes, Kielderhead, Grey Mares Knowe, Knox Knowe and along the old border fence via the Kielder Stone to Peel Fell. It returns to Kielder Castle via Deadwater Fell. There is a lot of heather and bog and a few water jumps. BL. 17m/3000' from Kielder Castle (GR 632934). Sunday 8 March 2009: The Kielder Borderer is a 17 Mile fell race starting and finishing at Kielder Castle. It takes in over 3000 feet of ascent as it visits Greys Pike, Three Pikes, Kielderhead, Grey Mares Knowe, Knox Knowe and along the old border fence via the Kielder Stone to Peel Fell. It returns to Kielder Castle via Deadwater Fell. There is a lot of heather and bog and a few water jumps. BL. 17m/3000' from Kielder Castle (GR 632934).

SportTracks Elevation graph from Garmin 305 Welcome! Keeping out of the wind before race start Keeping out of the wind before race start Assembling outside Kielder Castle for the race start Assembling outside Kielder Castle for the race start Geoff, Steph, Susan and others Geoff, Steph and Susan Assembling outside Kielder Castle for the race start Phil Sanderson (winner) listening to Phil James giving the race briefing Phil Sanderson (winner) listening to Phil James giving the race briefing Listening to the race briefing Listening to the race briefing Listening to the race briefing Passing the Fire Observation Tower on the way to Grey's Pike Passing the Fire Observation Tower on the way to Grey's Pike A snow flurry On from Grey's Pike to Three Pikes Near Three Pikes Descending to East Kielder and catching up with Geoff and Susan On the descent to East Kielder looking back up towards Three Pikes The footbridge just before East Kielder Chasing the NFR Scanning for a suitable crossing point Out the other side Out the other side Back on Dry Land Approaching the Kielder Head checkpoint Approaching the Kielder Head checkpoint Approaching the Kielder Head checkpoint Approaching the Kielder Head checkpoint Approaching the Kielder Head checkpoint Everyone's a Critic Phil Green at the Gray Mares Knowe Checkpoint Phil Green at the Gray Mares Knowe Checkpoint Approaching the Carry Burn with Geoff and Susan ahead Carry Burn Knox Knowe Checkpoint Knox Knowe Checkpoint Heading along the old border fence to Kielder Stone Approaching the Kielder Stone Phil James, Geoff and Steph Phil and Geoff at Kielder Stone Climbing up to Deadwater Fell Climbing up to Deadwater Fell Climbing up to Deadwater Fell Climbing up to Deadwater Fell The final Checkpoint at Deadwater Fell A welcome sight, now downhill all the way A welcome sight, now downhill all the way

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]]> Sun Mar 8 2009 North Pennines: High Cup Nick Fell Race - Sat 28th Feb 2009 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1660407.html INOV-8 HIGH CUP NICK(R). BM. 9m/1500' from Dufton Village Hall (GR 688252). Saturday 28 February 2009: INOV-8 HIGH CUP NICK(R). BM. 9m/1500' from Dufton Village Hall (GR 688252).

Denise from DFR Nigel and High Cup Gill A Strider's Vest Ahead! Getting Closer I like to tell myself that's Heading for the Clouds That purple vest is getting closer Nudging past Nigel Let's see that one again He seems to be taking it well Nigel and Denise Nigel and Denise nearing the top of High Cup Gill The final push looking SW down the gill the final clamber Denise and Nigel approaching the top of the climb Denise and Nigel approaching the top of the climb

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]]> Sat Feb 28 2009 Scotland: Carnethy 5 - Sat 14th Feb 2009 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1654295.html Five hills, five and a bit miles. "TISO" CARNETHY 5. AM. 6.2m/2500' Saturday 14 February 2009: Five hills, five and a bit miles. "TISO" CARNETHY 5. AM. 6.2m/2500'

Tumbling out of the coach, and this is what you see Doesn't look much less daunting closer up Phil Green and Colin Blackburn get on the telly Phil Green and Colin Blackburn get on the telly The Carnethy Tent Roberta, my loyal, cold, and slightly bewildered, supporter the Saltire and St George's Cross Graham and Colin (adjusting his breeks) Graham and Colin Carnethy showing itself only a few inches taller than Colin Graham getting tooled-up Graham and Colin and Carnethy Graham and Colin and Carnethy The NFR limbering up The NFR limbering up Geoff and Colin Colin Geoff and Susan going through some bizarre NFR warming up ritual Colin Susan and Geoff Lights, Camera, Action Getting the cast warmed up! You wouldn't want that broadsward up yer bahookie! Get running! Getting ready to move The brooding summit of Carnethy On the climb up Scald Law Into the cloud Views from the tops Over Scald Law Feet in the Clouds Feet in the Clouds The final climb up Carnethy Watching them, watching you Roberta negotiates the bog Roberta negotiates the bog Roberta negotiates the bog

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]]> Sat Feb 14 2009 Durham: Elvet Strides Club Run - Wed 7th Jan 2009 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1636209.html Regrouping in the town centre on Dave's mystery run. Tuesday 6 January 2009: Regrouping in the town centre on Dave's mystery run.

Durham Market Square Durham Market Square Durham Market Square Durham Market Square Durham Market Square Durham Market Square

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]]> Tue Jan 6 2009 Farringdon: Harrier League - Sat 10th Jan 2009 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1636168.html Farringdon: Harrier League - Sat 10th Jan 2009 Saturday 10 January 2009: Farringdon: Harrier League - Sat 10th Jan 2009

Ladies Race Starts Ladies Race Starts Ladies Race Starts Striders Away Debs and Susan Debs and Susan Steph Wendy Jan Jane Fiona Fiona Debs Susan Nina Fiona Fiona Liz Liz Liz Zoe Zoe Jan Jan Susan Fiona Nina Nina Liz Liz Liz Zoe Jane Jane Jane Jane Jane

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]]> Sat Jan 10 2009 Durham: Elvet Striders Christmas Fancy Dress Handicap - "Aliens" - Sat 20th Dec 2008 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1627223.html A sparkly winter's day around Houghall Woods and some bemused walkers. Saturday 20 December 2008: A sparkly winter's day around Houghall Woods and some bemused walkers.

Aliens in the Car Park Zoe Hanging around street corners How to win a race - phaser the competition Zoe Hanging around street corners Zoe and Phil, being chased by two hangovers At the start of the race And they're off! The Incredible Hulk of Ray Partridge The Incredible Hulk of Ray Partridge You will be assimilated Resistance is Futile Sprint Finish Phil, Dave and Me Angela with alien eyes (and flippers) A purple alien Group photo Prizes in the Court Inn In the Court Inn Group Photo Prizes in the Court Inn I'm grinning because, finally, I've WON SOMETHING. Dave Robson One lap to go One Lap down, one to go That mask steams up!

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]]> Sat Dec 20 2008 Rothbury: Simonside Cairns Fell Race - Sun 14 Dec 2008 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1624754.html The camera stayed out of reach until the top of Simonside Cairns. And then, the views. The cloud in the valleys. Stunning. Sunday 14 December 2008: The camera stayed out of reach until the top of Simonside Cairns. And then, the views. The cloud in the valleys. Stunning.

Looking back from Simonside Cairns Simonside Cairns Looking back from Simonside Cairns The advantage of being near the back - a well-troden route ahead Cloud in the valley Simonside Cairns Craggy Reality Over the top A bemused bystander Simonside Cairns Simonside Cairns Simonside Cairns I was letting him past (your honour) An NFR gets away Widening Gap Stile and Ramblers Ahead There may be trouble ahead This hasn't come up on my Trafficmaster I can see that I might need to change lanes Snowy muddy tops

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]]> Sun Dec 14 2008 Allendale: Hexhamshire Hobble - Sun 7 Dec 2008 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1622052.html A fantastic crispy wintry day for my first attempt at the Hexham Shehobble. Just a couple of pics of me, Shaun, Graham from the Striders and of Matt and Roslyn from <A HREF="http://www.durhamfellrunners.org.uk/">DFR</A>. Although I carried the camera around the course I was too busy wheezing to take pictures. For some great pictures of this scenic race have a look at <A HREF="http://www.flickr.com/photos/8011535@N08/sets/72157610872879478/">Rob Stephen's</A> Flickr Photostream. CM. 10.5m/1220' Sunday 7 December 2008: A fantastic crispy wintry day for my first attempt at the Hexham Shehobble. Just a couple of pics of me, Shaun, Graham from the Striders and of Matt and Roslyn from <A HREF="http://www.durhamfellrunners.org.uk/">DFR</A>. Although I carried the camera around the course I was too busy wheezing to take pictures. For some great pictures of this scenic race have a look at <A HREF="http://www.flickr.com/photos/8011535@N08/sets/72157610872879478/">Rob Stephen's</A> Flickr Photostream. CM. 10.5m/1220'

Graham, Ros, Matt and Shaun Graham, Ros, Matt and Shaun Graham, Ros, Matt and Shaun Graham Shaun and Me

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]]> Sun Dec 7 2008 Shibdon Parl: Blaydon XC - Harrier League - Sun 23 Nov 2008 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1615852.html Like many in the club this was my first experience of the Harrier League. A great family atmosphere, lots of support (and cake) and a not inconsiderable quantity of mud. What's not to like? Sunday 23 November 2008: Like many in the club this was my first experience of the Harrier League. A great family atmosphere, lots of support (and cake) and a not inconsiderable quantity of mud. What's not to like?

John Everett sprints in to be placed at position 312.5 John Everett - or IS IT? Gary Davies Dave Robson Dave Robson Dave Robson Angela and Zoe have a final laugh before the fun begins Still smiling while warming up Philip Todd seeks clarification on the position of the finishing line Alan Purvis approaches the finish Fiona attacks the hairpin Debs Goddard Debs Goddard Jan Young Neck and Neck A look that says it all! Angela attacks the climb Fiona leading the way Fiona Fiona Susan Debs Nina Nina Zoe Tomlins on her first Harrier League Zoe Jan Zoe Click your heels together three times Zoe and you'll be finished in no time Jane Ives makes her Harrier League debut Jane Ives Jane braves the Paparazzi Angela nears the finish

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]]> Sun Nov 23 2008 Gibside Fruit Bowl Trail Race - Sun 2nd Nov 2008 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1605028.html The route was shortened to 6.2 miles because of flooding on the riverside paths. A tough, scenic, rewarding race. Sunday 2 November 2008: The route was shortened to 6.2 miles because of flooding on the riverside paths. A tough, scenic, rewarding race.

Waiting at the finish Here comes a Strider now! Alan sprints home. He's there. Click on the image for full size if you don't believe me! Alan lines up to jump into Shaun's palm with Jean coming into view Shaun presents Alan! (with Jean hard on his heels) Alan crosses the line Alan has crossed the line Jean at the finish Amanda surges home You can open your eyes now Amanda! It's all gone purple Group photo at the finish Striders at the finish

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]]> Sun Nov 2 2008 Richmond 10K - Sun 19th Oct 2008 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1601570.html Richmond 10K - Sun 19th Oct 2008 Sunday 19 October 2008: Richmond 10K - Sun 19th Oct 2008

Jan at the finish Jan at the finish Wendy Allan and Andy Allan and Andy

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]]> Sun Oct 19 2008 Temple Park: Sherman Cup - Sat 25th Oct 2008 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1601561.html Fiona, Jan, Susan and Nina Saturday 25 October 2008: Fiona, Jan, Susan and Nina

Fiona Fiona Nina Susan Susan Susan Susan Jan Jan Fiona Fiona Fiona Nina Nina Nina Susan Susan Susan Jan Jan Jan Jan Nina Nina storms in to the finish Susan Susan Susan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Presentation

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]]> Sat Oct 25 2008 Newcastle: The Great North Run - Sun 5th Oct 2008 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1591415.html This year I ran the Great North Run in aid of Shelter. For the first time I carried a camera during a race and had a great time snapping away in the sunshine. Sunday 5 October 2008: This year I ran the Great North Run in aid of Shelter. For the first time I carried a camera during a race and had a great time snapping away in the sunshine.

Split Times An enticing view some time before the start The pens begin to fill Getting my picture taken Take my photo! Saying hello to other Shelter runners Tessa and Katie - running for Shelter Me getting my picture taken with Tessa and Katie Time to go (slowly) The mass walk to the start Red Arrows Fly By Red Arrows Fly By Can't be much further to the Start, surely? Finally, 28 minutes after the gun, I cross the Start Line! Who is that man? He looks vaguely familiar Approaching the underpass More shade ahead Stunning clear skies over the Tyne Bridge Stunning clear skies over the Tyne Bridge Don't believe the sign It's a fake, but a good one! Sunshine and Showers Running the Red Light Another runner supporting Shelter Through the showers Through the showers I like it. A Shelter Cloak. A Shelter Cloak - I want one of these! The Red Arrows over the finish The Red Arrows over the finish The Red Arrows over the finish

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]]> Sun Oct 5 2008 Durham Fell Runners Handicap - Series 4 http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1568513.html Garmin stuff. Elevation and route. Sunday 24 August 2008: Garmin stuff. Elevation and route.

The route Elevation Wrong Turn!

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]]> Sun Aug 24 2008 Miscellany http://roadandfell.fotopic.net/c1568438.html This collection is a mixture of photos and images that don't fit anywhere else. Some of the photos are mine, but most are taken by others. Sunday 27 July 2008: This collection is a mixture of photos and images that don't fit anywhere else. Some of the photos are mine, but most are taken by others.

Edinburgh Marathon Me at the finish of the Edinburgh Marathon The finish of the Edinburgh Marathon Me and my Medal The finish of the Edinburgh Marathon Dougie (in front!) of George On the beach near the finish of the coastal run Alan, Dave, Phil, Dougie and Jean Coastal Run Top of the Forest Fell Race at Hamsterley Top of the Forest Fell Race at Hamsterley Dave Phil Dougie and Barrie At the finish of the James Herriot Trail Run At the finish of the James Herriot Trail Run Me on the James Herriot Trail Race The Para's 10 - 14Sep 2008 The Durham Fell Runners Handicap 4 - Final

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