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[Deleted User] · January 2005

Foo - I'd recommend Silverstone..... But I've never run Reading!

There are no particularly long straights that I remember at Silverstone.

I think I left 1:30 to get to Silverstone from Luton (M1).... And only just made it!! Getting into Silverstone is a nightmare!!! Turn off motorway - traffic jam ;-)

[Deleted User] · January 2005

At silverstone it's multiple laps around the circuit track. There's a long walk from the car park to the actual start which is incorporated somewhere in the run. There's plenty of alternating water and luzocade sport drinks stops on route. (from what I remember from last year). The distance markers were frequent and although lack of supporters well organised. Remember to stretch properly before and after thou as if I remember we didn't get a proper warm-up. Good luck hope that helps and see you there.

[Deleted User] · January 2005

Smythe I've just sent you an e-mail. If you could e-mail me back at promo_queen2003@yahoo.co.uk rather than the one it will come up on this account that will be great.

Cheers,

Additive runner

[Deleted User] · January 2005

Hi,

I know this is abit early to decide on lifts but is anyone else travelling up from the midlands that could possibly give me a lift up there. Unfortunately didn't realise till now that Smythe is planning to make a quick exit after he finishes the run (sorry to throw you into it). I'll put something towards petrol costs etc.

Thanks,

Addictive runner

[Deleted User] · January 2005

Thanks guys

Last question, is there tranpsort put on for these larger events? If so where would this be advertised?

Will be there with bells on!

[Deleted User] · January 2005

where abouts are you AR.

[Deleted User] · January 2005

Ive just entered silverstone.
Anyone know when they contact you with details etc?

[Deleted User] · January 2005

I don't mind hanging around for a bit - just not that long!

(I also plan to get round quite quickly;-)

RunningCommentary · January 2005

Jenny, it may not be for quite a while ie 2 or 3 weeks before the run, if I remember correctly. As long as you're sure you're in, don't worry. Did you enter online? If so, you'll have an acknowledgement of some kind.

[Deleted User] · January 2005

What time you planning to finish the race in Smythe? I'm from the midlands but if I can get a cheap coach ticket to london I don't mind going from there. Was trying to cut down on expenses and now with full time employment not sure if I can take the monday off. It's a pain when one can't drive :-(

[Deleted User] · January 2005

silverstone IS in the midlands !

[Deleted User] · January 2005

I know ed but if I remember from last year there's no buses on Sunday (day of run) to and from Silverstone to the bus station in northampton so unless you have a car your stuck. That's why I ended up travelling there on the Saturday and spending 2 nights in a b and b. I think we'll need to start a new thread on pick ups etc. I guess if there's no other alternative of getting there I will have to do that again this year (which I'm not looking forward to)

[Deleted User] · January 2005

I live in London - I must do, as this is my local half marathon...

....funny, I thought I was in Northamptonshire....

[Deleted User] · January 2005

Yeah monkey but you can get funfare coach tickets from anywhere in the country to london for £2 and at that value one can't complain.

[Deleted User] · January 2005

Yes I booked online. I dont seem to have had an acknowledgement via email though. The money has left my account so I have some proof with which to chase it if I dont hear anything soon
Thanks RC

Welshpoppy · January 2005

Lurking

[Deleted User] · January 2005

Hi all, just been catching up on the messages....was just wondering what you meant by "if you travel with us"?! Are there ways to avoid that horrid car park?!

Cinders · January 2005

Hi all, count me in too, just entered online.

[Deleted User] · January 2005

Delia - the way to do it is..... Get out your car (preferably leaving someone to drive) when you hit traffic. Jog to start line. Nice warm up!!

When I last ran Silverstone, I got into Silverstone and left girlfriend to park.

Leaving isn't a problem... As long as... you get round quick ;-)

Gloryboy · January 2005

i'll be doing this for third time, i enjoyed both previous times.
warning.. it's freezing!!
there is no protection from the wind, last year i drove through a snow shower on the way there.
get there early and the parking isn't a problem, leave it late and you'll be sat panicking on the dual carriageway bernie built.
haven't entered yet but plenty time.

poppy,
how are you??
any news on Cardiff yet? :-))

[Deleted User] · January 2005

It was much colder in May for the 10k race at silverstone! But I agree about the lack of shelter. Can make life difficulat if there is a strong wind

[Deleted User] · January 2005

It was fun gloryboy last year wasn't it. We had a combination of snow, rain and wind all during one race. Great prepartion for the london which erm rained and rained last year......need I go on

Gloryboy · January 2005

it all adds to the fun!

queueing for a portaloo along with several hundred other lycra clad fools in arctic conditions!!!!!
why do we do it????

[Deleted User] · January 2005

Mainly for the goody bag and the smug feeling at work on Monday morning gloryboy!

sky blue sam · January 2005

have been reading this forum and i'm getting seriously worried ! are all the stories about getting in and out of silverstone true or slightly over the top ?

[Deleted User] · January 2005

erm well, if your a fast runner no probs, if you are over say 1.35 for a 1/2 then it could be alittle congested, but take a look at a road map, and depending on where you live, you can turn left out of the car parks and head into stow village, then navigate from there

[Deleted User] · January 2005

I finished in 1:57 last year and had no trouble get out. Getting in was a bit of a queue, so don't leave it too late, but to be honest it wasn't that bad.

sky blue sam · January 2005

cheer's legless and john ! having only been to the village of silverstone and not actually the race track , is it unreasonable to park up in the village and walk to the event ? want to get away early because of a session lined up !!!!!!!

[Deleted User] · January 2005

I thought it was a nightmare getting in!!

Some runners must have missed the start, or gave up all together.

M.ister W · January 2005

Does anyone have a map of the course? Also, do you know where the drinks stations will be and if they are just providing water?

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