Two words, hills and wind, characterised this race. Last years race was run in the flat of Strathclyde Park but due to some sporting event taking place in the summer the venue was changed to the wilds of Lanarkshire. Andrew, John, Richard and Kenny were representing the club at the Scottish 10 mile championships. It was a cold and windy morning and we were all keen to get moving at the start. Andrew had warned us that the 1st mile was a bit hilly and we all decided to take that one easy and pick up a bit of speed thereafter. Unfortunately he didnt tell us about the 2nd, 3rd and 4th miles which were not exactly flat.
Setting off into the backroads of Carluke as we climbed at least the wind was behind us. Reaching 5 miles we turned round and braced ourselves. If we thought the route out was hilly it was equally undulating on the return except we were now running into a wind tunnel interspersed with squally showers. This was the time to savour the views of the Lanarkshire hillside and watch the next rainshower race towards us.
After 8 miles we descended into the streets of Carluke and climaxed with a punishing climb up to the running track and finish.
Despite the wind, rain and hills we all clocked reasonable times with Andrew 1st harrier home in 1.05 00, Kenny next in 1.15.22 followed shortly by John ( who gets faster with each race ) in 1.17.02 . Despite the poor conditions Richard continued his excellent form and rcorded a PB of 1.19.16.
The venue for this race is itinerant and if the route remains the same for next year at least we will be more prepared for the route.
Kenny
Well done Kenny. Good time and nice report.
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