Lairig Ghru

My third outing in the excellent Lairig Ghru race. Modest expectations given recent poor form. Started slow and steady right at the back of the field through to Mar Lodge. Passed quite a few as we started on the rougher ground and was pleased with my running through to Derry Lodge. Good river crossing passed a good few runners and after a walk up the steep bit continued quite strongly on the remote value towards the Pools of Dee. Down to a walk on the ascent to Pools of Dee and then couldn't get moving again on the extended run of rough ground and boulders through to the forest. Discovered that my two tuna rolls had disintegrated in my bag to an inedible mush so was somewhat lacking in fuel for the run home. Just managed to run through the forest but by the foot was too tired to run and walked most of the way back. Short flourish right at the end. Came in at around 5 hrs 50 min. Not a great time but in line with my target for the day.

Bon Jovi

We all went out to Murrayfield stadium for a night of rock and roll with Bon Jovi. A very good show.

Peer Gynt

Hannah performed at her end of season drama show. Multiple roles including boy and boig.

Meadows 2 Mile Race

Colin was out at the 2 mile race round the Meadows. Not a great performance coming in around 14 mins. Wasn't expecting a great run after hard sessions on Monday and Tuesday.

Traprain Law Hill Race

It rained all day on Saturday and the East Linton summer fair was almost totally washed out with 9 degree temps and cold winds. This didn't stop 71 hardy runners turning up in T-shirts and shorts for the race up Traprain law. This is one of my favourite races with a nice start at the fair in East Linton. A run down the highstreet and then along the river. Through the river after about a mile and half, through fields and up a very steep, rope assisted, climbed up Traprain Law. Lost a couple of places on the ascent but strong fast descent pulled back 3 places. 41st place at foot of hill. A bit of road and then farm tracks before reaching the river again, this time crossed by bridge, near Hailes Castle. Good strong run home saw me hold off a strong young runner and pass one other to come in 4oth place. Best run in a long time. Not a personal best but only 30 secs off a very good run last year and felt much better than I have all year.

Street O - South Gyle

Decided to go Short for the street-O given recent failures. Ran quite nicely and navigation was pretty sound. Came in second of ten just 50 secs behind the winner.

Long O FAIL

Colin was out for a long orienteering event in the Southern Uplands. Mountain Marathon style event but proved to be too tough and bailed out after 8 controls. 4 hrs 15 total out.