NO REST FOR THE WICKED! 2008
This renamed
series of running races retains all of the good bits from the Grand Prix and has a few added extras.
Based on the
beautiful
Monday
11th August sees the
return of the Peel
Hill Run, put on by Western Athletic Club. This out and back course is just
shy of 4 miles and involves the ascent of Peel Hill, to Corrin's Folly before the downhill sprint back to the
start line.
Tuesday
12th August belies the
title of the new series a little as it's a rest day - even the wickedest of
runners can use a feet up day. Those who are seriously hard core can go
for a training run and explore the stunning scenery that the
Wednesday
13th August sees the
introduction of a new race, (or the return of an old one for those who have
been around the IoM
running scene for long
enough). Northern
Athletic Club host a 10km road race
around Ramsey. This three lap affair is largely
flat, with one small rise near the beginning of each lap.
Manx
Harriers put on the Foxdale 6 once again on the Thursday evening, 14th August. This hilly 6 miler is all on the
road but after a lightening quick first mile you'll suddenly realise that
things start to get a bit on the steep side.
The final event, on Friday 15th August, is a brand new course. Western Athletics Club are hosting the inaugural Peel Heritage Trail Run, which is approximately 7.5 miles. The course is 80% off road on flat or undulating trails. This stunning run takes in the old railway line from Peel to St Johns and then St Johns to Knocksharry. Just when you think that the scenery can't get any better the course will take you on to the coastal footpath back to Peel and the prize presentation.
Unlike the old Grand Prix of Running, where places were allocated points, NRW placings will be calculated on cumulative time, so there'll be no slacking just because you're in front of the next competitor!
Look out for more updates and photos of the courses as the site develops.
I hope to see you on the Isle of Man in 2008 because, when it comes to running, there really is 'NO REST FOR THE WICKED!'
Yours in running,
Ben Scott
No Rest for the Wicked! 2008 series organiser
Dear Members
If anyone is interested in this
event, if so to give me a ring, if there is enough interest we can
put a trip together. Or just go over
for the Half
Pete Waywell
Email: jayneykay@aol.com
Tel: 01253-856840