Loch Lochy Munros & other races

HILL RUNNING GRAND PRIX

The 6th counting event in our Hill Running Grand Prix takes place this Saturday at the Loch Lochy Munros from Achnacarry.  The race is 13 miles with 4350 ft of climbing.

Full details can be found at   http://www.lochaberac.co.uk The race starts at 12 Noon with an entry fee of £7.

There was a good turnout of 14 club members at last Thursday’s Hill Rinng isn’t Scary session and the next session is on Thursday 18th June.

Saturday 6th June – Glas Tulaichean Uphill Race, Glenshee

Sandy Bennet placed 8th at Saturday’s Glas Tulaichean Uphill Race at Glenshee covering the 4.5 miles (2200ft) in 45.55.  Fabienne Thompson finished 4th lady in 51.46.

Saturday 6th / Sunday 7th June – Low Alpine Mountain Marathon

Carnegie’s Andy Symonds paired up with Shettleston’s Jethro Lennox to take part in the Low Alpine Mountain Marathon from Kintail.  The race over two days saw Andy and Jethro win the Elite Class in a cumulative time of 11.20.11. Full details about this incredibly challenging event can be found at the event website at http://www.lamm.co.uk/  Andy and Jethro’s prize for winning the event is entry to the BAMM in Sweden on 14th/15th August, including air fares and accomodation