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Ochils 2000 Hill Race 2010

Neil — Sun, 29 Aug 2010 06:40:13 +0000

Well Done to the big turnout of Hillbillies at the Ochils 2000 Hill Race this year.

This is a tough race with 20 miles of running, over 4000 ft of climbing and some good navigational challenges to boot.

Nine Hillbillies took on the challenge.

Carnegie Hillbillies dominated the Vet 50 category with “The Awesome” Pete Simpson picking up the M50 prize and finishing fifth in the race on his first running of the course. This is only Pete’s second season in the hills and he is stamping his name, as well as his feet, all over the Scottish Hill running circuit.

"The Awesome" Pete Simpson

Alison “The Vest” West carried on stocking up her drinks cabinet with yet another F50 category win.

In late breaking news Lady Hillbillies Fabienne, Alison and Melanie won the Ladies team prize. Well done all of you yehah….

The men also won 3rd male team too. Well done to Pete, Steven, Derek and Colin.

Allan Macauley got a ten minute PB, Colin Reynolds knocked 26 minutes off his time and Neil Campbell continued his run of PB’s with an improvement too embarrassingly large to write down. Admittedly last time he ran he jumped off a deer fence after two miles, twisted his ankle and decided that he had started so he would finish the race.

Colin Reynolds

The “True Grit” award goes to Melanie “I’m not going to give up” Sinclair. In her first long hill race and after going over on her ankle last Sunday Melanie stuck in and completed the course even after considering dropping out at Ben Ever.

Results

Position Time Name Category RaceNo Prize 5 03:00:29 Peter Simpson MSV 30 1st MSV 23 03:24:49 Derek Cassells MS 21 26 03:27:00 Steven King MS 13 42 03:42:06 Colin Reynolds MS 56 PB 51 03:48:28 Neil Campbell MV 46 PB 57 04:06:45 Fabienne Thompson FV 25 70 04:21:50 Allan Macaulay MSV 38 PB 73 04:34:01 Alison West FSV 55 1st FSV 81 05:16:10 Melanie Sinclair FS 7

Full results are available HERE

A really Big Thank you to Ochil Hill Runners for putting on this great race and all the marshals and helpers who gave up their time to make it happen.

Race Directors Report

From organiser Alex King:

Conditions for the Ochil 2000’s were good except for the wind, everyone could see where they were going making navigation easier. Although lots of runners seemed to have lost the ability to navigate after completing the last summit Dumyat, ending up on the Sherrif Muir road rather than following the quicker Dumyat hill race route to the finish.

The race was won by Oleg Chepelin (Shettleston Harriers) in an impressive 2:46:36, more than a minute faster than Colin Donnelly’s 2008 record. There was then a race for the next three places with Andrew Fallas (Carnethy) 2:52:18, Stuart Whitile (Carnethy) and Mark Harris (Fife AC) all finishing within 5 seconds of each other, Stuart taking the Vet’s Prize. The first Supervet was Peter Simpson (Carnegie), fifth overall in 3:00:29. The Vet 60 prize went to Jim Patterson of Newcastle AC. 3:30:02.

The ladies’ race it was won by Andrea Priestley of Ochil in 3:09:14 and she was also first vet. Second was Claire Gordon HBT in 3:22:19. The supervet prize went to Alison West (Carnegie) in 4:34:01.

As for the team prizes – Carnethy won the Male team prize and Carnegie won the Female team prize. I must apologise to Carnegie because I awarded the prize to HBT who at the time of the prize-giving were the leading female team.

For those of you who love looking at pages of figures, the split times for all 11 controls will be published on www.ochilhillrunners.org.uk later this week.

Lomonds of Fife Hill Race 2010

Neil — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 05:59:10 +0000

Well done to all the Hillbillies who turned out today on what was a very hot day.

From race organiser Alan Graham:

By the time of the race the early haze had burnt off and it was wall to wall sunshine – our two Italian visitors must have felt at home! Robbie Simpson of Deeside had a good lead by the first visit to West Lomond and by the finish this was stretched to an impressive seven minutes over second placed Andrew Fallas of Carnethy. Mark Harris of Fife came in overall third to take the vets prize with Peter Simpson of Carnegie finishing an impressive fourth as first supervet. As always the descent gully provided good entertainment for spectators (see youtube for an older clip) and we always hold our breath until all are down safely. Bumsliding is definitely faster but the state of your backside may take a bit of explaining! An indication of the stifling heat was the unusual total of ten retirals.

Sarah O’Neill of HBT was first lady home in 2.05.19 with Ellie Homewood of Westies only a minute behind and Julia Connor of Moorfoots taking third place. Hilary Ritchie of Fife took the ladies vet prize with Tilly Smith first supervet.

The Carnethy men and the Fife ladies took the team prizes. Special mention should be made of Bobby Shields (Ben Nevis winner and West Highland way pioneer) who completed the race to celebrate his 65th birthday – well done Bobby!

Thanks once again to all the marshals and helpers who give their time up to make it possible for the rest of us to run.

Some more Lomonds of Fife photos from Chris Upson

Some more photos from Baza (Barry Davie)

Results

Full Results HERE

The Lomonds of Fife race is here again!

The race starts at 1pm on Sunday 15th August. You can sign in at the Strathmiglo village hall from 11.30 to 12.30 and you will be directed to parking along near the start. The start is in fields with livestock so please no dogs.

Please come with full body cover and a compass. We will run off maps of the route for you to use.

After the race you are invited back to the hall for prizes and tea.

Lomonds of Fife Hill Race

Video of the descent to whet your appetite

Dollar Hill Race 2010

Neil — Sat, 31 Jul 2010 21:18:02 +0000

Where is Andy Sim?

Well done to the 11 Hillbillies who turned out for the Dollar Hill Race. Not only was it a Grand Prix counter it was a Scottish Hill Runners and British Championship race. There was a big field and also great cakes at the end. Results to follow.

From Allan Macaulay

The club had a great turnout at the Dollar Hill Race on Saturday. This years race doubled as a SHR Championship event and also a British Championship counter. The huge field of 252 finishers included 11 Carnegie Harriers who took part in the 9.4 mile 3150 ft ascent course.

Leading Harrier was Peter Simpson who finished 42nd overall and was 4th in the MSV category in 1.26.26. A magnificent achievement considering the quality of the runners competing. Peter was 2nd Scot MSV. Dougie McGarry made a welcome return to hill racing and had a very impressive run finishing 160th in 1.45.16. It was a close race for the next four Harriers with Fabienne Thompson leading the pack to finish 173rd in 1.48.18, followed by Colin Reynolds 176th in 1.49.20, Neil Campbell 177th in a course PB of 1.49.24 andAndy Sim 179th in 1.49.39. Tom Bowie making good recovery from injury was 194th in 1.53.39, Stevie Greer 199th in 1.54.23,Alison West 203rd in 1.56.02, Phil Smithard 208th in 1.57.32 and Hill Captain Allan Macaulay bringing up the rear in 212th position in 1.58.20.

Dollar Hill Race Profile

Tom na Bat Hill Race

Neil — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 15:36:09 +0000

Well done to the seven Hillbillies who travelled up to Tomintoul for the Highland Games, the SHR Championship & Grand Prix counting hill race – Tom na Bat.

Carnegie Hillbillies

This is a tough wee course and with deep heather in places quite tricky.

Tom Na Bat race profile

Tom na Bat route

Results

“I was 1st Harrier home actualy, 7th in 30.47mins, 2nd o/50″ Pete S

Pos	Runner	Cat	Time
10	Peter Simpson	M50	00:30:47
27	Sandy Bennet	M40	00:33:03
37	Steven King	MS	00:34:06
67	Neil Campbell	M40	00:38:32
76	Bill Duff	M60	00:39:10
85	Chris Davidson	MS	00:40:55
101	Melanie Sinclair	FS	00:43:44

Full results on Scottish Hill Runners

After Party

Thanks to Tilly and Alan Smith who invited everyone who wanted back to their farm for a Hog Roast Party and a Bonfire.

Wild Boar hog roast

bonfire

Photos by Melanie Sinclair

Alan and Tilly preparing the Wild Boar

Alan and Tilly manage Britain’s only herd of reindeer, found free ranging in the Cairngorm mountains in Scotland

They also have a Farm with farm walks and holiday cottages

Farm Walks

Holiday Cottages

HOG ROAST @ BALCORRACH FARM

Neil — Mon, 05 Jul 2010 09:29:47 +0000

HOG ROAST @ BALCORRACH FARM,

Tomintoul, AB37 9AQ/Grid ref: NJ156266

On Sat. 17^th July after the Tom na Bat Hill Race

Having travelled to Tomintoul for the 4^th SHR Championship Race at the Tomintoul Highland Games why not stay the night.

Alan and Tilly are killing a wild boar and roasting it on a spit for the Saturday night and anyone is invited to come along. We will provide bread and meat, if you want vegetables or alcohol, bring your own.

There’s plenty of space to pitch a tent and if you’re quick you may even get a bed in the house. Ring us at the farm for more details on 01807590318. Be prepared to leave a message.

Bring a freezer bag ( and your wallet!) if you want to take some of our meat home with you. Wild Boar, Venison, Soay lamb and Belted Galloway beef, in all cuts (frozen), will be available.

Yetholm Hill Race 2010

Neil — Mon, 31 May 2010 05:07:17 +0000

Five Hillbillies went down to the English Border for the Yetholm Hill race. We didn’t see much apart from the car park so I have put up a profile of the race to give an idea of what it was like.

Yetholm hill race profile

Yetholm Hill Race 2010 Results

5	Peter Simpson	M50	01:13:38
16	Steven King	M	01:23:12
30	Neil Campbell	M40	01:38:05
32	Allan Macaulay	M50	01:38:26
35	Paul Hutton	M	01:40:35
38	Alison West	F50	01:41:36 1st F50

Click the link for the full Yetholm Hill race 2010 results

YETHOLM HILL RACE

The Yetholm Hill Race is the next counter in our Hill Running Grand Prix and takes place at 1pm on Sunday 6th June.

Please post on the Harriers forum for car sharing

Full event details can be found at; Scottish Hill Runners

Results for Kinnoull Hill Race 2010

Neil — Thu, 27 May 2010 08:44:36 +0000

Here are the results

Position	Name	Time	Club	Age Category
12	Peter Simpson	28.53	Carnegie Harriers	MV50
21	William Hargreaves	29.38	Carnegie Harriers	M
25	Steven King	30.12	Carnegie Harriers	M
55	Niall Wilson	33.01	Carnegie Harriers	M
78	Bill Duff	34.55	Carnegie	MV50
79	Stephen Grear	34.58	Carnegie	MV50
89	Fabian Thomson	35.4	Carnegie	FV
100	Paul Hutton	36.24	Carnegie	M
106	Chris Davidson	36.53	Carnegie	M
108	Neil Campbell	37.01	Carnegie	MV
115	Alison West	37.45	Carnegie	FVS
127	Yvette Wilson	38.36	Carnegie	F
129	Melanie Sinclair	38.49	Carnegie	FV
135	Ken Daniels	39.49	Carnegie	MV50
143	Bill Fairley	42.09	Carnegie	MV50
152	Angela Dixon	45.5	Carnegie	FV

Six Carnegie Hillbillies complete the Clachnaben Hill Race

Neil — Sun, 18 Apr 2010 14:47:38 +0000

Six Harriers complete the Clachnaben Hill Race
The 3rd counting event in our Hill Running Grand Prix took place at the Clachnaben Hill Race in South Deeside on Saturday afternoon.

Pete Simpson covered the 10.5 mile course complete with 3500ft of ascent in 1.34.40 placing 7th overall and 1st M50. Alison West was 58th in 2.06.39, Allan Macaulay was 59th in 2.06.44 and Paul Hutton was 67th in 2.11.36. Isobel Burnett enjoyed her first Grand Prix event of the year finishing 68th in 2.11.38 and Phil Smithard was 70th in 2.14.37.

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Clachnaben Hill Race

Neil — Fri, 16 Apr 2010 10:19:15 +0000

Saturday 17th April – Clachnaben Hill Race

The 3rd counting event in our Hill Running Grand Prix takes place at 12 Noon on Saturday 17th April at the Clachnaben Hill Race which is near Strachan in South Deeside. The race is 16km with 1050m of ascent. Further details can be found at http://www.shr.uk.com/RaceDetails.aspx?RaceID=RA-0028&System=Imperial&Month=4 If you wish to car share then please meet at 8.30am at the car park next to Bannatynes at Fife Leisure Park, Dunfermline.

Chapelgill Hill Race 2010

Neil — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 16:26:41 +0000

The sun shone and there was a record field for the first race in the 2010 Run4It SHR championship, at Chapelgill on Saturday. Prasad Prasad stamped his authority on the race from the gun, taking a well deserved victory in 19.17, ahead of Robbie Simpson and Al Anthony. Fiona Maxwell was the first woman (and first vet), followed by Catriona Buchanan and Veronique Oldham. First male vet was Davy Rodgers, closely followed 6 seconds later by Scoffer Schofield, with debutante vet and former winner Brian Marshall a further 14 seconds back. Ronnie Gallagher was first V50. Full results to follow.

Meanwhile over at the Congrie Conga, it was a double Murray victory, with Callum first back in the full Conga and Eilidh the winner in the Half Conga.

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The second event in our Hill Running Grand Prix takes place at 3pm this Saturday at the Chapelgill Hill Race from Glenholm, south of Broughton. It is a 1.5 mile race with 1500 feet of climbing and race entry is £2. A good turnout of Hillbillies is expected and please put a posting on the Harriers forum if you wish to car share.