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In the long run

WHEN I STARTED RUNNING in 1978, little did I know that fully 44 years later I’d still be looking forward to that next outing. But I am! And perhaps even more amazing is the fact that the guys I ran those first easy miles with are also still at it, despite all the things life has thrown at us. My mate, Barry the train driver, has a heart problem, but still taunts me with tales of easy two-hour runs over the White Cliffs we ran most Sundays. And then of course there’s the famous Mike Gratton, winner of the London Marathon in 1825, or something like that. He’s still heavily involved with the sport and perhaps is the man who can claim responsibilty for introducing Barry and I to the…

In the long run

PAUL HALFORD He discovers that despite adversity, you definitely can succeeed, p44 MARC ABBOTT He was keen to test the latest kit from Tracksmith and you can see why, p73 VERITY OCKENDEN Always look ahead and keep your eyes on the prize. Great advice, p60 EMMA HARRISON The best place in the world to run trails? Emma believes she has the answer, p104 LIAM DEE Can the world of fashion really get to grips with trail running? p20 FATIMA PAINDA Conquer every mountain. Even a sprinter can do it... and brilliantly, p64 /trailrunningmag @trailrunningmag tr@bauermedia.co.uk…

YOUR PERSONAL COACH

It’s just about this time of year we all feel the urge to dust off our trainers and get going again. It’s not an exact science but I think it’s something to do with September and going back to school, and then of course, those New Year’s resolutions are beginning to loom! At Trail Running we devote plenty of space to new runners, advising them how to get into our magnificent sport or, at the other end of the scale, we talk to experts about how you can fine-tune those skills and the fitness you’ve learned and developed over the years. But all too often we kind of brush over what it takes to get back into running. Personally (the editor, Paul), I can report it takes time! Do not hurry. As…

YOUR PERSONAL COACH

GETTING BACK TO TRAINING

To develop a lifestyle and routines that allow you to consistently train should be your main focus when you are looking to get back into training. Here are Jon Albon’s top tips to help you nail that consistency. FORGET HOW FIT YOU THINK YOU USED TO BE It is easy to compare your performance and times to the past you, which will likely leave you unmotivated or result in you racing every workout, instead of executing sessions at the correct intensities. Plan and train for how fit you are in the present, which will lead to sustainable improvements. Trust that training works and in time you will be better than ever before. DON’T GO IN ALL GUNS BLAZING By gradually increasing the amount of training you are doing you can limit your risk of…

GETTING BACK TO TRAINING

RUNNING INSPIRATION

COMMUNITY SPIRIT As ever, August in the trail running world was all about the UTMB, which centres around Chamonix in the French Alps – a must for every runner on the planet! Why? Well, as the pictures show, the scenery is pretty special, but it’s so much more than that. Yes, the races are long and tough, but the crowds, the atmosphere and, more often than not, the amazing weather is nothing short of sensational! SUMMIT TO ENJOY This path heading to the Col de Balme looks pretty tough, you’ll agree. But trust us, it’s actually steeper just around the corner from where this picture was taken. Incidentally, hats off to the photographer – this is a long, long way from anywhere a car could deliver you! Mind you, it’s all worth it,…

RUNNING INSPIRATION

Run for your life

Ditch the drink Trying to cut down on alcohol consumption? Exercise can help there, too. Scientists at Loughborough University divided 60 participants into three groups to test out circuit training (five minutes) and distraction (colouring in a picture book for five minutes) techniques. They found those in the exercise group had significantly reduced alcohol cravings whereas those in the distraction group did not significantly reduce cravings any more than the control group. Live longer Physical activity may play a bigger part than genes in determining how long you live. That was the finding of scientists at the University of California San Diego based on studying the activity of more than 5000 women aged 63 and over since 2012. An author of the study said: “Even if you aren’t likely to live long based…

Run for your life

IT’S A PLEASURE Green routes boost mood It has previously been established that natural settings encourage running enjoyment. For a study published this year by Shenzhen University, authors analysed 545 routes uploaded by 249 runners. Using surveys, they found the perceived satisfaction with running routes was positively associated with the amount of natural exposure, including eye-level greenness, top-down greenness and ‘blue space’ density (water features). Traffic-related features such as traffic lights lowered satisfaction. This is all backed up by previous studies and, of course, our own anecdotal experience. “The belief that lockdowns made everyone less active is an overly simplistic viewpoint. Sitting time did increase, but so did physical activity.” Dr Lindsy Kass from University of Hertfordshire after analysing survey data from April-May 2020. Use a tailored programme While there is a place for set…

Need a super-quick and healthy bite to eat to recover from a run? Look no further than this. Servings: 4 Time: 30 mins Nutrition: 547kcal, 75.7g carbs, 29.4g protein, 14.5g fat INGREDIENTS 370g red lentils 960ml store-bought spicy tomatosauce 1200ml water 4tbsp roasted pumpkin seeds 120ml plant-based yoghurt(2% fat) 1tsp salt 1tsp chilli flakes METHOD 1 Add lentils, tomato sauce and water to a saucepan. Bring to boil and let it simmer under the cover on low heat for about 15 minutes. 2 Mix smoothly with a stick mixer. 3 Season with salt and chilli flakes. Add more water for increased liquid texture. 4 Top it off with pumpkin seeds and yoghurt.…

Patagonia invests in the climate

Patagonia founder Yvon Chouinard has decided to part ways with his entire set of shares for the company, opting to donate them to causes that will tackle the climate crisis. Around $100m (or £87.2m), will be available each year to go to the Patagonia Purpose Trust and Holdfast Collective, meaning that any revenue not used for the company will go to sustainability and climate-forward purposes. This comes as little surprise to many who know 84-year-old Chouinard, who has been a voice for ethical and eco-friendly operations for many years, as well as being a renegade who does things in his own way. COST OF LIVING CRISIS CANS KMF UNTIL 2024 The Keswick Mountain Festival has announced that 2023’s edition of the event will not take place due to the mounting cost-of-living crisis.…

Patagonia invests in the climate

Strava king Kilian Jornet’s UTMB victory recently gave the super-human runner another sizeable record, by becoming the post on the platform to receive the most ‘kudos’. 120,000 fellow Strava users gave him a virtual high-five for his exploits in and around Chamonix! Briton Ali Young ran to the third-fastest ever time by a Great Britain athlete at the famed Spartathlon in Greece. She covered the 245km course from Athens in a staggering 28:57:04! The World Skyrunning Series champions were crowned, with Lindsey Webster (CAN) and Nicolas Molina (ESP) topping the women’s and men’s podiums, respectively. Ever had a trail running trip go bad? Well maybe not like Darin and Denis McCartin of Pennsylvania, who ended theirs with gunfire after an argument! Luckily no one was hurt. It seems COVID-19 still wreaks havoc in trail…

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE MONTH

Read this Damian Hall’s We Can’t Run Away From This charts how running impacts the climate and how to be a better eco-conscious athlete. Run in these Kilian’s long-awaited first shoe from his brand NNormal has been released for pre-order. The Kjerag saw Jornet to victory at Zinal, Hardrock and UTMB this year! Watch this Did you see the viral video of a flock of sheep following a trail runner in France?! If not, you need to check it out on YouTube. Cheer for this The first combined World Mountain and Trail Running Champs will take place from November 3-6 in Chiang Mai, Thailand. GB&NI will send a full team of 36 to the champs. Listen to this From prisoner to Ironman... John McAvoy was a recent guest on The Rich Roll Podcast, where they talked about how sport…

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE MONTH

In the past, running shoes have been viewed as a highly practical and comfortable solution to everyday footwear, but certainly not the most chic and stylish. And trail shoes, with their traditionally bulky look, score even lower on the fashion-ometer scale. However, over the past couple of years, those tables have slowly turned. Fashionistas and street-stylers have been looking to outdoor brands to supply their next look. Focussed on the rugged, technical aspects of design, trail running shoes have been at the forefront of this trend. Top designers are now actively collaborating with established running brands, merging high-performance knowhow and bold designs. Here are some of our favourite collabs from recent times. New Balance x Stone Island Stone Island’s reputation may be firmly rooted in the world of football hooligans and ‘casuals’…

Eleven hours in with another 35k to go and the going’s starting to feel tough. You take in the alpine scenery – watch people doing sensible things like swimming and hiking – and ask yourself why you didn’t just come on holiday instead. But that would be far too easy and obviously not half as much fun as running up mountains. In the lead-up to the race, ticking off trails including the Ultra X 125 England, Endurancelife, and Maverick Adidas TERREX UTSJC, had all given my confidence a boost over the past couple of years. But the Mozart 100 ultra-trail – at 108 kilometres and 5000 metres of positive elevation on a loop over two mountains in Salzburg, Austria – was something new and felt like a big step up. And…

Since I decided to swap the track for the trails this year, I’ve been slowly trying to edge up the distance of my races. The jumps between distances are so big, so I’ve done a few 20km races this year but the next one up is 50km. I ran the world trials in Scotland recently, and qualified for that so by the time you read this I’ll have been racing that event in Thailand. In fact, the only time I’ve been on the track recently is to get some specific training in for the worlds. That race starts and finishes with a mile on the flat, so I’ve been running a mile on the track, running straight to the inclined treadmill, then when I’ve done that, I finish with another mile…

WE ASKED YOU...? Why do you run?

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The final countdown

1 Plan a race. The colder weather and nights drawing in often don’t make running seem very inviting. Picking a target that will give another reason for your running will spur you on to the finish line. 2 Light your way. Running in the dark doesn’t have to rule out trail running. With a headtorch such as one from #Run1000Miles partner Silva, you can get off-road well into the evening or be seen better on the roads. 3 Get the right kit. It may be getting colder, but with the right clothing this should be no excuse. Layer up if it’s really cold. Check out Montane and sportsshoes.com for the best cold-weather kit. Besides, the optimum temperature for running is actually around 7°C so, for many of us, November is the perfect…

The final countdown

Achieve a goal!

1 SIGN UP ONLINE Visit run1000miles.co.uk to register. We have special 2022 #Run1000Mile ruffs for you to wear while you complete your challenge. They’re on sale now for £9.99 – so make sure you order yours today. Stock is extremely limited! 2 DO A PLEDGE Visit the website, download the #Run1000Miles pledge, sign it, take a picture of it and post it on social media to commit to the challenge. 3 JOIN THE FACEBOOK GROUP Sign up at facebook.com/groups/run1000miles. You’ll be part of a buzzing community sharing the joys and toils of the experience, boosting you to achieve your aims. 4 FILL IN THE TRACKER Download the mileage tracker from run1000miles.co.uk to record how you’re progressing towards the big 1000. 5 GET SOCIAL Tag your social media posts with #Run1000Miles and we’ll use a selection of our favourite comments…

Achieve a goal!

YOU ARE READY! TAKE A CRASH COURSE IN ULTRA-DISTANCE RUNNING

For runners looking for excitement, a challenge that really means something and just plain old fun, well then ultra-running is your next point of call. And better, you won’t be alone. This element of our sport is growing at an unbelievable rate, far outstripping marathons and it’s why experts like Montane are stepping up their involvement. We need advice, inspiration, and some pretty decent kit to get us on that long path. Of course, at this point perhaps the more cynical amongst us will recall the old-fashioned days where ultra-runners were very much regarded as eccentric. At this point feel free to insert your own stereotypes – sandal-wearing, bearded types who shunned publicity and big crowds? Well, that is not the case today! Now, we’re all about normal runners – you…

YOU ARE READY! TAKE A CRASH COURSE IN ULTRA-DISTANCE RUNNING

It's all downhill from here!

Next year marks a few significant milestones in my running life. It’ll be 37 years since I ran my first sub-four-minute mile, 44 years since I started running, and in that time, I’ll have run approximately 70,000 miles. Oh yes, and I’ll be 60. So, with the clock ticking I thought 2022 and my Run1000Miles adventure should be exactly that – an adventure, something my mother could tell her friends at the pensioners’ club to prove her son is still bonkers. But, more importantly, it would be a year in which I’d test myself with a few challenges that I’ve skillfully avoided thus far. I’ve run at the World Champs on the road, the Europeans and Worlds on the track, clocked 28-minute 10Ks in a variety of exotic locations, and even…

It's all downhill from here!

The Marathon des Sables. Arguably the toughest foot race on the planet. Competitors have to cover more than 150 miles in seven days, the longest stage being 53 miles, in the harshest terrain and conditions. Much of the route is sand dunes, the mercury level can surpass 50°C and you have to be self-sufficient. It’s no surprise that many don’t finish. Indeed, the drop-out rate in the 2021 event was 47%. Only the very brave attempt it. Or, as 2023 entrant Charlotte Hurst would say, “the stubborn.” It is that stubbornness which prevents the Worcestershire-based woman from letting Type-1 diabetes be an excuse not to realise a long-held dream by taking on this monster of a race. Charlotte was diagnosed 14 years ago. The condition causes your levels of glucose in your…

A LESSON LEARNED

“100 kilometres? You’re going to run 100 kilometres?” “Why would you do that?” These were questions that I – Debbie Jennings – have been asked many times over the months during my preparation for my first ever ultra-marathon. Once I attempted the Race to the Stones in July 2022 and the enormity of what it is began to sink in, I asked myself the same questions. Why did I chose to put myself through not just the gruelling conditions on the day and the subsequent pain in the days after, but the months and months of training I was dedicated to, to try and complete the race. I ran my first half marathon in 2006 and swore I would never do it again, it hurt so much. But in recent years…

A LESSON LEARNED

Trail run? Covent Garden? For anyone with even a vague understanding of London’s geography, an off-road outing doesn’t seem too likely. The last time anyone in the group checked, Trafalgar Square, perhaps two minutes away, is very much paved over, as is Admiralty Arch or indeed anywhere within about 10 miles of this central urban location. “Trust me,” says Des as we swing through a set of traffic lights past camera wielding tourists. “The trails are here.” Before we get to them, however, let’s take a timeout. Des is a life-long runner who has a hugely impressive CV that includes two UTMB finishes, a sub-16-minute 5km on the road, super-fast track times and an endless string of fellow runners he has helped to achieve their dreams – an OCC finish for one…

ASK THE EXPERTS Email tr@bauermedia.co.uk, post on our wall at facebook.com/trailrunningmag or tweet your question to @trailrunningmag MICHELLE MAXWELL Endurance running coach with more than 12 years’ experience maxwell-coaching.co.uk DAVID MILLER Photographer, runner and regular contributor to Trail Running. IAN SHARMAN Four-times Leadville 100 winner and ultra-running coach.sharmanultra.com ROB HOBSON Registered nutritionist at Healthspan Elite healthspanelite.co.uk KRISTEN KENNEDY Doctor of physical therapy, kinesiologist, yoga teacher madebymovement.org Q Should I try a low-carb diet for better performance? Paul Wilkinson, Bolton A A low-carbohydrate (ketogenic) diet could sound appealing to some endurance runners. The idea is that limiting carbohydrate in the diet to less than 50g per day and consuming mostly fat trains your body to use more fat as a fuel. This would in theory mean lasting longer without the need to refuel. However, Rob Hobson, register nutritionist at Healthspan Elite, warns that evidence is lacking…

You can reach your goals

MEET THE EXPERT Verity Ockenden Is Trail Running ’s resident world-class road, track and trail athlete. Ignoring her considerable achievements at world level, Verity’s adopted home of Tuscany is where she now trains off-road to achieve her goals. Whether you have a coach, are self-coached, run for fun or for serious fun… setting a little time aside for smart goal-setting is one of the best things you can do for yourself. Structuring the time you have based on what you want to achieve can not only help you figure out a healthy and effective training plan, but the process will also help clarify what you truly want from both the sport and from yourself. Personally, as my summer track season draws to a close after a frustrating series of races, I am eager…

You can reach your goals

How to hit the perfect peak

MEET THE EXPERT Jon Albon has won both the Spartan and OCR World Championships, and has also taken his exploits to the hills and mountains. In 2018, he became Ultra SkyRunning World Champion before upsetting the favourites to take Gold at the IAU Trail World Championships in 2019. In 2021 he won multiple trail races, including the OCC at UTMB, taking 17 minutes off the course record. ‘Tapering is the final phase. This is where I take the engine I have first built, then tuned, and fill it with fuel’ The process of peaking for a priority race starts many months before the actual event. In the same way that you would build a house, you must first build a solid foundation and structure, then you can start decorating. This means periodising my training…

How to hit the perfect peak

Feeling on top of the world

Last issue we introduced Fatima Painda, who was keen to turn her passion for track running into something altogether more hilly. We enlisted the help of UTMB superstar Jon Albon and from there it’s been nothing but an amazing success. Fatima takes up the story... “Running is such a beautiful gift, with endless benefits, that I am grateful to have, and it has shaped every aspect of my life. My drive is to inspire people to chase the impossible, but trail running is so much more; a form of meditation where the mind, soul, spirit and body become present in the moment, embracing the wildness, absorbing the pure magical beauty of nature and mountains. Most importantly, trail running gives me the chance to challenge my internal drive to thrive beyond where…

Feeling on top of the world

Life begins at 50 (miles)

MEET THE EXPERT Kirsty Reade relocated from London to the Lakes five years ago, to live the trail running dream. She would not mind you knowing her age begins with a 5... When I was in my early 30s somebody in my running club proclaimed that they were going to run 50 miles to celebrate their 50th birthday. At the time I thought this seemed extraordinary, but almost 20 years later I wouldn’t bat an eyelid if somebody said this. There are 50-mile races most weekends and you can bet that there will be plenty of runners aged 50 and up on those start lines. Of course it’s all relative. I thought 50 was ancient then, but as I’ve got older it seems to be, err, quite young nowadays. And the stats will…

Life begins at 50 (miles)

Breaking new ground

OUR EXPERTS We use in-house and independent experts with sports and exercise backgrounds and many years of trail-kit testing under their belts so you can trust our kit reviews. MARC ABBOTT Marc gets the lowdown on cult American running brand Tracksmith’s new ‘all roads’ shoe, below PAUL LARKINS Editor Paul selects the most exciting and useful new kit – from jackets to baselayers, starting over the page JEN AND SIM BENSON Our intrepid duo selects the best running kit for autumn trails and changeable climes, p76 MATT WHYMAN The popular trail running author turns shoe tester for our real-world assessment. Discover his winners on p82 Tracksmith Eliot Runner, £198 Long famed for its collegiate aesthetic and timeless running kit, Massachusetts-based brand Tracksmith has now taken the plunge into footwear, and – as long as climbing a mountain isn’t on your agenda…

Breaking new ground

Time for a change

More gear reviews online! www.trailrunningmag.co.uk/gear-reviews FABRIC Versatility is key. Go for fabrics with high breathability combined with good protection from sun, wind and rain. FIT Tops that work well as part of a layering system are always a good choice for unpredictable autumn days. FEATURES Look out for thumb loops, zips, reflective details and hoods, or even lightweight gilets, for year-round versatility. WOMEN’S LEGWEAR HAGLÖFS L.I.M. FUSE SHORTS 140g (M)haglofs.com £65 Made from lightweight, quick-drying recycled Nylon, they’re a nice length and incredibly comfortable to run in. They’re also perfect on the beach, over cycling shorts on the bike, out paddleboarding and loads more. Handy zip pockets. VERDICT Versatile, light, comfy all-round adventure shorts. 8/10 BAM ENDURO BAMBOO CAPRI LEGGINGS 205g (S)bambooclothing.co.uk £44 Made from a soft, supportive bamboo viscose, organic cotton and elastane mix, these are heavier than your average running tights and well suited to cooler autumn…

Time for a change

Man on a mission

Matt Whyman is the author of Failure is an Option – a superb read about his running and how it's taken him on a not necessarily succesful journey. So, first things first, it's a great read and make sure you put it on your Christmas wishlist. But, what was also very clear from reading it is that Matt loves running – and more importantly, trail running. Indeed, you might even call him a shoe geek such is his passion for footwear. All of which made us think: maybe we should get him to test some shoes for us... "People have called me a princess when it comes to my search for the perfect trail shoe," says Matt, happy to put five pairs of the latest shoes through their paces over some…

Man on a mission

KIT WITH BITE! PUMA LAUNCHES ITS FIRST TRAIL RUNNING RANGE

From track running to road running, for more than 70 years PUMA has been committed to providing accessible products that runners of all abilities can use. And now to complete that package, PUMA has launched its SEASONS range. Last month, we headed to Scandinavia to test a variety of the new range’s footwear and apparel on the quaint Swedish isle of Utö. With a mix of trails, roads, boulders and coastlines, the small island proved the perfect test venue, especially as, after a demanding 15km run, we got to enjoy the Swedish tradition of fika – a break to tuck into pancakes, toasties, cake and coffee! The SEASONS kit is created to protect against the elements by using functional, performance materials like GORE-TEX in its multi-terrain trail footwear, and waterproof, windproof…

KIT WITH BITE! PUMA LAUNCHES ITS FIRST TRAIL RUNNING RANGE

WONDROUS TRAILS TO HELP YOU GO THAT EXTRA MILE

SEE YOUR FAVOURITE RUN IN PRINT... Do you have a favourite run that you’d like to share with other Trail Running readers? We’d love to hear all about it! Send your route suggestions along to: tr@bauermedia.co.uk Green and pleasant This issue we’ve worked with The Green Runners to bring you trail running adventure inspiration from Cornwall to Corrour, all accessible by public transport. A community group co-founded by runners Damian Hall, Jasmin Paris and Russell Bentley, alongside partners Trees Not Tees and ReRun Clothing, The Green Runners’ aim is to encourage us all to consider the impact of our running on the planet. We spoke to Damian Hall, whose new book, We Can’t Run Away From This, is out now, about how the group came into being. “Several of us had joined Extinction Rebellion protests and…

WONDROUS TRAILS TO HELP YOU GO THAT EXTRA MILE

10 of Europe’s best trails

1 Neuschwanstein, Germany Every year 1.4 million people visit ‘the castle of the fairy-tale king’ and it makes the perfect Alpine setting for a picturesque trail run. Nestled on a rugged hill above the village of Hohenschwangau (from where this run begins) the trail propels you vertically up the spine of Tegelbergkopf, almost as steep as Neuschwanstein Castle’s stupendous turrets. With looming views above the castle and surrounding landscapes, the trail tops out at 5198ft before descending on a giddy drop through the Täfelessattel hiking area onto the wide pistes that are popular with skiers come winter. Return through Alpine meadows to the start, where a cold Pilsner awaits. 2 Mount Teide, Tenerife Beginning from the Cañada Blanca visitor centre, this circular route is one for the high altitude lovers as it takes…

10 of Europe’s best trails

Destination Mürren

As I turned up in the Lauterbrunnen valley I thought I’d walked into a Christmas card. Luscious green trees, wooden chalets, high flowing waterfalls – a whole valley of treats for both the eyes and my pair of Inov8s that were about to embark on an incredible journey ‘on top of Europe.’ Lauterbrunnen is considered one of the finest examples of a glacier-carved valley, a perfect base for exploring, if breathtaking views and tranquility are what you are looking for… The Jungfrau region The Eiger was a peak I have always wanted to see, partially down to the marketing of the infamous Eiger Trail races, but little did I know about the mountain range that would become my obsession over the next three days. The classic trio – the Eiger (3975m), Monach…

Destination Mürren

RACES EVERY OFF-ROAD RACE WORTH RUNNING Time to reach your peak

TELL US YOUR RACE Is your fave race missing from our listings? Let us know. We welcome race recommendations from runners, spectators, organisers and marshals alike. Email trailrunningraces@bauermedia.co.uk and tell us why you love it! NOVEMBER 2022 Sat 5 Abney 5k Run, Staffordshire Monthly two-lap race around Abney Hall Park, starting at the main hall and finishing by the Guide hut. abneycheadlerun.co.uk Sun 6 Peak District Trail Run Autumn Series, Alstonefield Back in the Peaks for the second of three events, each with 14-17km and 5-8km options. trailrunningpeaks.co.uk Maverick Exposure Lights Dark West Sussex, Amberley 7km, 14km or 19km on fire trails, forest paths and farm tracks, with some technical sections. maverick-race.com Fri 11-Sun 13 The Druid Challenge, Tring, Hertfordshire A gruelling three-day 135k course taking in the oldest roadway in the UK, the Ridgeway. xnrg.co.uk Sat 12 Wendover Woods 50, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire Challenging five-lap 50 miles through forest trails, with…

RACES EVERY OFF-ROAD RACE WORTH RUNNING Time to reach your peak

Monster of an adventure

It’s taken a few recovery days to be able to write this but what an adventure we had at the new Loch Ness 24 last summer. It was a 24-hour trail race like no other on the banks of Loch Ness, with rolling grass hills, technical forest sections and leg-sapping pebble beaches. The course started with a short hill climb before dropping down into the forest for some much needed respite from the rare Scottish sun. The trail then looped back and forth for a few kilometres, which led runners towards the dreaded beach section and offered the first amazing glimpse of the loch. The first few hours on the beach were tough – as was the wooded section between gnarly and multidirectional tree roots. The course then flattened to a nice, runnable…

Monster of an adventure

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