Racing conditions could not have been better for the weekend as the cloud
covered skies gave us a little drizzle early on.
Harrogate Town Centre 10km greeted four Nidd Valley Road Runners for its
two lap course. Rick Dallston had a brilliant run to record 46.35, just behind
was Sheena Jackson in 47.04. Sue and Jon Reast ran together and came in under
the hour with 59.01 and 59.04 respectively.
With the Olympic Anniversary coming up it was fitting for Amanda Metcalfe
to be inspired to complete another triathlon. The area around Castle Howard is
undulating and the grounds provided an ideal setting for the swim and run.
Amanda completed the mid distance course in 3 hours 22 minutes ready to move up
to Olympic distance.
The previous day Ingleton Gala held their Ingleborough Fell Race, within
easy reach of Harrogate this tough race attracted a large field. Mark David
continued his fell season and finished in 74.43, another Nidd Valley at home on
the fells is Chris Buck who crossed the line in 79.10. A rare appearance by
Helen Gregory on the fells saw her record a time of 85.30.
