It was a harrier who won it this year with Tom Adams of Ilkley coming home in first place and setting a new course record of 34:03. He was chased home by cyclist Rob Jebb, who finished in 34:30. First home for Barlick was harrier Virgil Barton with cyclist David Poole and harrier Andy Berry then finishing together. There was a good number of Barlickers out who finished as follows:
23 Virgil Barton 41:12 Runner
31 David Poole 42:00 Cyclist
32 Andy Berry 42:00 Runner
42 Carl Pawson 42:51 Runner
104 Pete Jackson 48:00 Runner
113 Nicolas Kendal 48:27 Runner
115 Mick Keegan 48:41 Cyclist
121 John Boothman 49:15 Runner
138 Pete Beresford 50:39 Runner
139 Scott Boardman 50:40 Runner
141 Dave Halliday 50:53 Runner
153 Paul Elcock 51:35 Runner
187 Rachel Lowther 55:41 Runner
200 Andrew Driver 57:16 Cyclist
211 Leanne Dinsdale 59:55 Cyclist
238 Craig Child 1:10:13 Cyclist
10 Ian Livesey 32:19
17 Matt Lalor 33:11
18 Julian Hood 33:18
48 Daniel MIlls 35:55
67 Ian Cocks 37:24
1 Charles Morgan 18:42
8 Paul Elcock 21:12 New PB
104 Susan Hird 30:10
110 Graham Wadsworth 31:32
I generally look forward to this run round Sharphaw, and through the natural tunnel formed by the invasive Rhododendrons. One of my favourite runs usually. Things got off to a poor start when I realised I was going to be late thus feeling the scorn of the other pub rub run regulars. I arrived at ten past seven and quickly donned the 212', my head torch and the tightest Soloman leggings money could buy. Once "adjustments" had been made I was off after the lads who had set off 10 minutes earlier without me. The first couple of fields and roads were quickly negotiated, making note that all the stiles seem to have either been damaged or removed. The one good thing about being late was being able to run on the trodden down snow the lads had already been through.
I came across the behemoth that is Jock out on an evening stroll to the trig, who in true Jock style offered me some encouragement, "they aren't far in front Fat Chew!" So I plodded on into the darkness. I often get asked what it's like running in the dark on your own and to be honest I find it very peaceful and not being able to see the top of the hills is also a benefit. In no time I reached the trig just as the last couple of lads were getting there. The snow at this point was getting quite deep and made the going underfoot hard work. It also made it nigh on impossible to find the correct less boggy paths on the descent. So we trudged through thigh high bogs and knee deep tussocks and soon came to the last climb up through the tunnel. The tunnel though is no longer and I have to say the run is far worse for it! Apparently the Rhododendrons have been removed because they're an invasive species which is a real shame. Back up to the trig where on arrival Jock had been writing in the snow his usual offerings of encouragement. Much to our amazement they were all spelt correctly! Then it was the 2 mile fasting blast back to the Heifer. Once in the pub, Keegan had arrived for the refreshments and banter, Carson ate bread and Pete Jackson reminisced about gaps. Next week there isn't a pub run as such, but a night owl event at Barley. Registration opens at 6.30pm and it starts at 7.30pm. Then back to the Pendle Inn for some banter and beer.
8 Andrew Chew 51:27
205 Peter Wilkinson 1:14:05
The performance of Julian Hood last weekend has made it onto his local paper. For the full article see:
http://www.keighleynews.co.uk/news/14876638.Speedy_Airedale_anaesthetist_makes_every_second_count/
Please note that this event will replace the usual pub run. Registration will be in the Pendle Inn at Barley from 6:30 pm and the event will start at 7:30 pm from outside the village hall.
66 Ian Livesey 32:11
96 Julian Hood 32:59
276 James Tingle 35:59
616 Scott Boardman 39:52
770 Emma Bailey 41:15
956 John Boothman 42:54
An amazing double for Barlick today. Tom Corrigan won this race outright ahead of Ian Holmes of Bingley and Sarah Tipler won the ladies' race.
1 Tom Corrigan 44:04
27 Andy Berry 50:54
34 Sarah Tipler 52:03 (1st Woman)
137 Leanne Dinsdale 63:41
242 Richard Treitl 79:12
33 Karen Naylor 26:03 New PB
13 Rachel Villiers 21:09
14 Derek Walkden 21:24
16 Paul Elcock 21:50
91 Lucille Pickles 28:08
130 Susan Hird 30:58
133 Graham Wadsworth 31:11
134 Helen Stead 31:11
140 James Stead 31:38
43 James Tingle 22:21
The winter head torch runs are proving very popular as there were a cracking turnout of around 20 runners tonight. The improvement in the newer runners was there for all to see especially Karen Naylor. So because of the high turnout we split the group into two so people wouldn't feel overawed by the more experienced pub run goers. No Sellors, Massive, satnav or Palin so I was tasked with route choice. Pinhaw is roughly 3.5 miles away from the Punch Bowl so I decided on an out and back to stop the running breaking into beer time. So off we set, for a change no getting lost and no messing. To the front group's amazement, Danny Butterworth had bridged the gap between the two groups, which shows how much he's improved. Not far behind was habitual faller, Karen Naylor. We all regrouped at the top and it was great to see runners who 12 months ago had started their journey, make their way up to the trig not far behind. After the group gathering at the top the descent quickly gathered pace with that whipped man Collins leading the charge. Back at the pub the majority were present with well over 20 lads and lasses supping ale and wine and generally abusing one another. Danny Butterworth brought his spends in what can only be described as a blunt butt plug. Aside from Danny's love of strange purses it soon became apparent the newbies were more serious about their running than their drinking. Especially as half pint Childs was drinking them under the table. Hopefully the good turnouts will carry on. Special mention to Doc Bryan, first time we've seen him in months and as always he was welcomed by the pub run posse. Jock was also missing, telling the group he was going with the big hitters from PF. When me and Screw got to the Rodney, we learnt Boothman had sloped home at Thornton. A bit weak really!
The main aims of the club are to increase the participation of running in Barnoldswick and to keep organised running as accessible as possible.