Five Harriers travelled to the Pentland Hills last Wednesday for the Turnhouse Hill Race. It was a perfect mild evening for runners competing in the 3 mile 1100 ft climb. First Harrier was Sandy Bennet in 11th position and 3rd V40 in 28.55. Colin Reynolds made a welcome return to competitive running and finished 53rd in 34.51. Alison West continued her fine form to finish 62rd overall and 1st F50 in 36.17. Allan Macaulay was 70th in 37.44 and Lynne Bennet 72nd in 38.14.
Two young Harriers made took part in the Junior Turnhouse Race with Struan Bennet 10th in 16.23 and Ailsa Bennet 11th in 16.24.
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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
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Well done to all the Hillbillies who turned out in what Colin Reid described as “Brutal weather conditions”. It was a great race and we did well Alison West got 1st F50, Bill Duff got 1st M60 and Pete Simpson got 3rd M50. Neil Campbell also continued his run of pb’s.
The Bog and Burn series was very fitting for this race as there was a lot of water about just to make it interesting.
RESULTS
20 01:01:40 Sandy Bennet MV
23 01:02:18 Peter Simpson MSV 3rd MSV
| 29 | 1:04:55 | Steven King MS |
52 01:11:34 Chris Davidson MS
54 01:13:02 Bill Duff M60+ 1st M60+
61 01:15:00 Neil Campbell MV PB
63 01:15:51 Alison West FSV 1st FSV
77 01:20:49 Melanie Sinclair FS
80 01:21:33 Campbell Reid MV
82 01:22:00 Stephen Greer MSV
83 01:22:09 Tom Bowie M60+
The full results can be found on the Ochill Hill Runers Site
Maddy Moss is part of the Bog and Burn Series
| Race Date | Wednesday, 14 July 2010 | |
| Start Time | 7:30pm | |
| Venue | Car Park, Tillicoultry Glen | |
Maddy Moss
Maddy Moss Profile
Map and profile courtesy of Scottish Hill Racing
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Wednesday 7th July – Carnethy Midweek Hill Race, Silverburn
Lynne Bennet takes the F40 title at Carnethy
At last Wednesday’s Carnethy Midweek Hill Race in the Pentlands, Sandy Bennet covered the 3 miles and 1100 feet climb in 30.55 to finish 9th overall and 3rd M40. Lynne Bennet was 36th overall and 1st F40 in 39.43.
Saturday 10th July – Alva Highland Games Hill Race
On Saturday afternoon, Judy Turner was the first lady at the Alva Highland Games Hill Race in 28.06 with Andrew Wright finishing 7th overall in 22.56.
Sunday 11th July – Crieff 10K Race
At the multi-terrain Crieff 10K Race on Sunday morning over 200 runners took part. Carnegie’s Andrew Wright ran an excellent race finishing 2nd overall in 35.52. Mike Harvey was 24th in 41.58 and Frazer Munro finished 33rd in 43.31.
Sunday 11th July – Heart of the Park Challenge, Braemar
Bill Duff wins M60 award in Braemar
Three Harriers travelled north to Braemar on Sunday to take part in the Heart of the Park Challenge. The multi-terrain race saw the 53 runners taking part cover a 12k course along trails and tracks, through bogs and pinewoods of Braemar. Bill Duff ran a great race and was the leading Carnegie runner finishing 24th overall and 1st M60 in 1.07.53. Chris Davidson placed 34th in 1.14.10 and Melanie Sinclair was 38th overall and 6th lady in 1.14.25.
Glamaig Hill Race
Neil Campbell was the sole Hillbilly to make the trip up to Skye for the Glamaig Hill Race 2010
Full results below
| 62 | Neil Campbell | M40 | 01:20:50 PB |
Glamaig race profile
Glamaig Hill Isle of Skye
Marshall’s eighth Glamaig in a row
Brian Marshall (HELP) won Glamaig for the eighth time in succession, with a couple of minutes in hand over Alasdair Anthony (Ochil) and another minute over Alan Smith (Deeside).
Emma O’Shea (Deeside) was the first woman, well clear of Amanda Blackhall (Lochaber) and Eilidh Wardlaw (HBT).
Full Results HERE
This is a really fun race. The descent is probably the roughest and toughest of any Scottish hill race and at only £3.00 is a total bargain. Bring a tent and midge cream…
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Map at Scottish Hill Racing
More details on the Carnethy site
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A few Hillbillies were up the Ochils last night for a recce of the Maddy Moss route.
Thanks to Christopher Davidson for the photos
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HOG ROAST @ BALCORRACH FARM,
Tomintoul, AB37 9AQ/Grid ref: NJ156266
On Sat. 17th July after the Tom na Bat Hill Race
Having travelled to Tomintoul for the 4th 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.
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Three Hillbillies traveled up to Aucherhouse for the White Tops Hill Race. Christopher Davidson, Melanie Sinclair and Neil Campbell. Great Race and very importantly a superb post race spread well worth the race fee on its own.
Thanks to Dundee Hawkhill Harriers for rescuing this race.
Results
| 40 | CHRIS DAVIDSON | 47.31 | MS |
| 44 | NEIL CAMPBELL | 49.07 | MV |
| 47 | MELANIE SINCLAIR | 49.34 | FS |
Full results Click HERE
Hillbilly Bike
White Tops hill race profile
RACE REPORT
After rescuing this race from death it was always a risk taking it on, but a healthy field of 53 runners from all over Scotland proved that people want this race to continue and so it will.
Fine conditions on the night meant fast times were on the cards and the race was won by Oleg Chepelin of Shettleston in 33.48. Veronica Oldham (Cosmics) took the ladies title in 39.33. Adrian Davis (Carnethy) was 1st male vet and and Jacqui Higginbottom (Carnethy) was 2nd female and also 2nd Vet. Martin Laing (Fife AC) was 1st over 50, Tom Scott (Fife AC ) 1st over 60 and our own Stevie Cromar was 1st over 70. Jocelyn Scott (Fife AC) was 1st female supervet. The Hawks (Craig Love, Paul Leonard, Ian McNulty) were 1st team narrowly beating Fife by 2 points.
A big, big thankyou to all those who helped out on the course, at registration and in the kitchen. The success of the race is all down to you. Those who donated food ensured that everyone was well fed and watered and feedback from runners was really positive – well done!
Dave Hanlon
Just a reminder that the White Tops Hill race takes place this Friday evening (2nd July) at Balkello woodland Car Park at 7:30 pm. Registration is at Auchterhouse Village Hall from 6:pm.
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A whole bunch of Hillbillies turned out to run the Falkland Hill race. It is a short sharp up and down race and the conditions were dry and hot. Results below the photos.
On Sunday afternoon the Falkland Hill Race took place with seven harriers taking part. Sandy Bennet was in fine form placing 2nd overall in 23.04. Bill Duff covered the 1200ft ascent and descent in 29.23 (24th), Stephen Greer was 25th in 29.33 and Chris Davidson was 26th in 29.40. Tom Bowie made his return to competitive action placing 35th in 31.02 and Melanie Sinclair completed her 2nd event of the day in 37.50 (47th). Pamela Gilfillan took part in her first hill race finishing 48th in 39.56.
RESULTS
| 1 STEVE FALLON CARNETHY HR 21.45 MV40 | Winner |
| 2 SANDY BENNET CARNEGIE 23.04 MV40 | |
| 18 HILARY RITCHIE FIFE AC 27.56 FV40 | Ist Lady |
| 24 BILL DUFF CARNEGIE 29.23 MV60 | |
| 25 STEVEN GREER CARNEGIE 29.33 MV50 | |
| 26 CHRIS DAVIDSON CARNEGIE 29.40 MS | |
| 35 TOM BOWIE CARNEGIE 31.02 MV60 | |
| 47 MELANIE SINCLAIR CARNEGIE 37.50 FS | |
| 48 PAMELA GILFILLAN CARNEGIE 39.56 FS |
Full Results on Fife AC Click Here
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Sunday 27th June:
The challenging 28 mile Lairig Ghru Race from Braemar to Aviemore took place on Sunday. The weather ranged from hot, humid conditions at start and finish to rain, just about sub-zero and snowfields to cross at the tops. Steven King was the leading Carnegie runner placing 31st in 4.24.25. Andy Sim ran his fastest ever Lairig Ghru race reaching to finish at Aviemore Police Station in 4.41.40 (48th). Well done to Phil Smithard who won the M60 award in 4.45.07. Helena Sim and Lynne Kuz completed the distance in 5.47.48.
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