This is a very late post. I can’t believe I didn’t post a blog for this very special day. In May this year I met and made some very special friends. Through podcasts, blogs, twitter and Facebook a group of us got together here in England to run a half marathon across the picturesque landscape of the Peak District. I think for me it really started with reading Drusy’s blog or watching her video on Runcast TV about running the Swift Half marathon the previous year. All I said was that it is one of my favourite parts of the country and Drusy suggested I come up for the next race this year. It snowballed slightly from there. I think Drusy’s invite to us all was what led to the birth of the Euro Run-Net Striders. Of course we didn’t get that title until after we ran the fantastic World Wide Festival Of Races put together by Steve Chopper in Oxford and Nigel came up with the great name and the Euro Run-Net Striders blog site.
Anyway. I was just reminiscing when I found a video on Runcast TV that I’ve not watched (sorry Phil). So, here it is. It might not mean anything to some of you but it was filmed in May on a nice day which you might appreciate if you’re going through some Brass Monkey weather like we are in the UK at the moment.
Thanks to a real diamond geezer Phil Moneypenny for putting this video together along with some excellent footage from Billy and a great soundtrack too.
Gaz,
ReplyDeleteLooks a great place for a half. Is that part way along the Tissington Trail?
Ash.
Hadn't seen that yet - love it! And now you've picked a date I guess we're on? Still mulling over my options but am thinking I'll join you for at least 20. Might make it a full marathon - but given all my other stuff (am hoping to do 2 /3 triathlons this summer) probably won't do 50. Thank you for being so FANTASTIC recently - have named (not shamed!) you in my blog as an inspiration.
ReplyDeleteAsh, It's a part of the Penine Way. I know some of the Tissington Way which is a really nice trail too. Coming with us? You need to jump in sharpish on Jan 1st with your application it fills up quick.
ReplyDeletePetra, Thanks for the kind words. I have commented on your blog. It's your funniest (and longest I think) so far.
ReplyDeleteI had seen it before, but really enjoyed remembering the fun day again!
ReplyDeleteI'm signing up again for the 2010 Swift Half in Jan (form on www.matlockac.org.uk) and Billy and I plan to spend a week in the peak district and join you, Gary for part of your 50 for 50 run!
Gaz,
ReplyDeleteI've already got my entry form printed off. Looks a great day out, won't miss this one.