With a late start I'm just traveling down early morning and parking at cockfosters, catch the tube in. Looking forward this this, I think I'm just going to enjoy it at a casual pace,
I was on the fb group page for this the other day and was quite upset to see a large number of non runners joking about how hey haven't trained and don't plan to, they entered the ballot for "the lulz" was how one put it, shame that so many people who would have loved to have done this, true runners, were declined and people like that got in, I'm sure it's true also of ballot races like VLM, but this is a once in a lifetime chance for many.
Shame.
I can't wait, I'm going to GoPro it, the video as we run into and around the Olympic stadium will be one to treasure. Especially running into a crowd of (estimated) 15,000 people.. Eek
I'm also considering travelling down from the midlands on the morning - it's been suggested we park at Luton Parkway and get the train from there. If anyone thinks that's a rubbish idea, please tell me! Think I'll also allow a rdiculous amount of slack in the travel timings, this is one day I really don't want to be late.
At least if there's a shed load of non-runners, I can be fairly sure I won't be last!
Good to hear everyone else is getting excited as well. Staying at Moorgate so on direct tube link. Taling wife and daughter as spectators and a visit to Westfield so an expensive trip. Organised by Great North Run people so should go smooth.
The Great North Run is the only event I have ever got a medal for so I don't know what constitutes a boring medal Marc? Worrying thing from FAQs is that spectators are not allowed to take any 'non-essential' liquids (i.e. anything other than medicines or baby foods). The blurb says that there will be refreshments so lets hope everyone likes McDonalds and Coca-Cola
Martin - I did ask the question on the facebook page about taking liquids in, especially if it's warm and it's supposed to take us 2 hours to access the park as we'll all still be drinking 2 hours before the race... have had no response yet...
Thought it was a bit irresponsible of the organisers to advise everyone to ensure they are hydrated adequately, then say we can't take water in and it'll only be available at the start, on the course and at the finish... especially given the number of people who seem to be running it who are not necessarily regular runners and may not be as aware of the importance of pre race hydration etc...
Also have found the route online, evethough it hasn't been published yet... looks a bit wiggly, but it does go all round the park and past all the major venues
Having completed the Brighton Half Marathon on Sunday can now concentrate on this one and am really looking forward to it - see you all there !!
..., I was on the fb group page for this the other day and was quite upset to see a large number of non runners joking about how hey haven't trained and don't plan to, they entered the ballot for "the lulz" was how one put it, shame that so many people who would have loved to have done this, true runners, were declined and people like that got in, ...
What a load of snobby crap.
This is a well-publicised mass-participation event, it's bound to attract people who are not "true runners" - and why not? Are they not entitled to have a look at the stadium they've contributed to?
its not a snobby thing at all, i'm actually all for encouraging non runners, i even run a training business for non runners to help them take the 1st steps into exercise and encourage them to take part in events just like this. What annoyed me was the amount of people who entered with no intention of ever training for it, there are lots of runners AND non runners who would have loved this opportunity, My gripe was with those who were given this chance and did not appreciate it, like i said this one girl in particular said she entered for "lols" and she's not even planning on participating, how is that fair? it's certainly not being snobby, i'm sorry if you read it that way. I should have perhaps worded it better.
i just wish the people who entered (be them elite runners or john the milk man) were people who actually planned on participating in the event.
anyway, that said. i've re drawn the route for anyone interested, the low res one on the measure site is a little hard to read.
Does anyone have a spare running space they want to pass on to me!!? Perhaps someone can't do it for various reasons... I'd really love to do this run! I missed out when I entered the ballot so I was gutted.
I know the chances are practically nil but it's always worth a try and you won't get if you don't ask. Thanks loads anyway and good luck to those who are running it whether I get a space or not
I know that this doesn't help you with getting a place for the National Lottery Olympic Park run, but I was fortunate enough to get a place. However, each participant is only allowed to bring 2 spectators. I desperately want to bring 3 people along with me. Do you or anyone out there know someone who may have a spare spectator place?
I'm so used to Facebook - I was just looking for the like button...
I want mine to hurry up and come! Even went outside just now to double-check if the postman did his usual parcel trick, and left it by the front door!!
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Looking forward this this, I think I'm just going to enjoy it at a casual pace,
I was on the fb group page for this the other day and was quite upset to see a large number of non runners joking about how hey haven't trained and don't plan to, they entered the ballot for "the lulz" was how one put it, shame that so many people who would have loved to have done this, true runners, were declined and people like that got in, I'm sure it's true also of ballot races like VLM, but this is a once in a lifetime chance for many.
Shame.
I can't wait, I'm going to GoPro it, the video as we run into and around the Olympic stadium will be one to treasure. Especially running into a crowd of (estimated) 15,000 people.. Eek
I'm also considering travelling down from the midlands on the morning - it's been suggested we park at Luton Parkway and get the train from there. If anyone thinks that's a rubbish idea, please tell me! Think I'll also allow a rdiculous amount of slack in the travel timings, this is one day I really don't want to be late.
At least if there's a shed load of non-runners, I can be fairly sure I won't be last!
Good idea .
First Capital Connect - West Hampsted - Jubilee line to Stratford.
Personally i would go to Stanmore, park in station car park £4 then stanmore - stratford( one train) £8.50 return.
quite agree about people that havent trained, surely this is the perfect opportunity to get fit and look at running as a hobby
Martin - I did ask the question on the facebook page about taking liquids in, especially if it's warm and it's supposed to take us 2 hours to access the park as we'll all still be drinking 2 hours before the race... have had no response yet...
Thought it was a bit irresponsible of the organisers to advise everyone to ensure they are hydrated adequately, then say we can't take water in and it'll only be available at the start, on the course and at the finish... especially given the number of people who seem to be running it who are not necessarily regular runners and may not be as aware of the importance of pre race hydration etc...
Also have found the route online, evethough it hasn't been published yet... looks a bit wiggly, but it does go all round the park and past all the major venues
Having completed the Brighton Half Marathon on Sunday can now concentrate on this one and am really looking forward to it - see you all there !!
thanks
There's a pdf version of the route from here:
http://www.coursemeasurement.org.uk/detail.php?area=South&no=2012052
What a load of snobby crap.
This is a well-publicised mass-participation event, it's bound to attract people who are not "true runners" - and why not? Are they not entitled to have a look at the stadium they've contributed to?
My gripe was with those who were given this chance and did not appreciate it, like i said this one girl in particular said she entered for "lols" and she's not even planning on participating, how is that fair? it's certainly not being snobby, i'm sorry if you read it that way. I should have perhaps worded it better.
i just wish the people who entered (be them elite runners or john the milk man) were people who actually planned on participating in the event.
anyway, that said. i've re drawn the route for anyone interested, the low res one on the measure site is a little hard to read.
Thanks again Ali for the link
Perhaps someone can't do it for various reasons...
I'd really love to do this run! I missed out when I entered the ballot so I was gutted.
I know the chances are practically nil but it's always worth a try and you won't get if you don't ask.
Thanks loads anyway and good luck to those who are running it whether I get a space or not
Many thanks
Marc
Looking forward to the big day!
I want mine to hurry up and come! Even went outside just now to double-check if the postman did his usual parcel trick, and left it by the front door!!
http://www.nationallotteryrun.com/News/news_article.aspx?nid=8
Looks like it's gonna be even bigger than we realised!
My race pack turned up today!
My race pack arrived today too, but my Medium T-Shirt is huuuuuuge!
Going to e-mail them to ask if there is any chance of a change, but I'm not hopeful!
It's one of these in red touie2
http://www.hanes.eu/Men-s-Wear/Men-s-Sportswear/Cool-DRI-145-g-m.html
I've either been sent the mens fit one in error, or they are just sending mens fit to everyone which doesn't help the sizing issue!