Vertical Mile Race Report

So here it was, a traditional Harriers' event once again, the Vertical Mile. 14 hardy runners lined up at the bottom of Sydes Brae Road this time with a normal 'race' type start. 1st to the top was Chris McCarron in 6:40, a course best by 6 seconds, mostly due to the fact he was trying to get away from Iain Tomb who was 2nd in 7:06. Next up our first close battle took place with Stephen just out dipping our women's champion Karen Allen in 7:53 and 7:54 respectively. Kenny Leinster had to once again channel that inner hill runner to complete the mile in 8:27, some seconds faster than last year. Our second and third female runners were Julie T and Frances both in 8:35 as they could not be separated. 2019 Champion Alison Lessels was our 4th female completing the mile in 8:43. Robert Gibson running only his second ever Vertical Mile this time not virtually, ran an 8:53 to take 9th. Seasoned Harriers Gerry Mullen and Russell Couper completed the course in 9:44 and 10:37, both great times as Gerry is on the comeback. Next up is a special mention to new Harriers Julia and Tarlochan who ran the Vertical Mile with great enthusiasm after only a few club training sessions, great work. Julia ran 10:45 and Tarlochan in 10:55. Finally, Colin Banks was our final runner to complete the course in 13:47, well done Colin, good to see you back at the club.

Overall great performances all round on what is a HILLY and quite simply lung-bursting course.

With Thanks to Eddie and Billy for the race timing and photos! More photos here.

Until next year! 

Chris