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.
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