Race report by Gareth:
Yesterday 11 Lostockers made the short journey down the A6 to rainy Walkden for race 11 in the main road/trail champs…the Blackleach 5 miles trail race.
A very friendly and well run event this absolutely is, a trail race it absolutely isn’t! A 2 lapper in Blackleach county park on what can only be described as springy tarmac, taking in lovely views of the lake (we won’t mention the M61 bit 😜) this is a very flat race where you can get a good pace going should you feel the need for speed. It’s got a deceptively long out and back section towards the end of the lap which is great for cheering on club mates and also has a really steep camber on the “out” section which makes you feel like you’re going to roll off the edge of the world 🤣.
Andy K shot off & was first back for Lostock in a great time holding off the very strong Greg who also ran a blinder in the battle for Bolton council bragging rights. Jo continued her great form with a tremendous performance and bagged the FV40 prize as she overhauled Philip, on his return to racing after a summer enjoying himself, to be 3rd Lostocker home. Brian & Andy had a battle royal with Brian pipping Andy in a photo finish with Paul continuing his Palma marathon prep in good style. Mary put it all in & was first FV75 to cap a strong run whilst Rachel, Terri & myself enjoyed a more social, chatty race.
Well done everyone, here are the results: https://sporthive.com/events/s/f6888721-7e87-4762-ba62-02757e38d39b/race/51b37c1b-cc97-44f3-a2c4-0591c0363305/team/c1b2ade9-6d38-4f81-86e9-3a199197baf7
