Waters Wilmslow Half Marathon
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Feb 2015
4:00pm, 28 Feb 2015
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Ninky Nonk
Number arrived here too. First timer, so hoping I'll enjoy it. |
Mar 2015
4:40pm, 18 Mar 2015
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Nelly
I think it's fair to say that this hasn't been the most active thread, with only 5 contributors and 6 watchers I hope everyone is in good shape for Sunday? The weather forecast (currently) looks perfect. I seem to have developed a bit of a sniffle that hampered my tempo run this lunchtime, so I just hope I can shift it by Sunday. |
Mar 2015
5:43pm, 18 Mar 2015
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Ninky Nonk
Feel ok. Let's hope the weather is fair. Any suggestions on best place to park or tips on the course? |
Mar 2015
7:07pm, 18 Mar 2015
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RunningBob
I'd recommend getting there early - at 9.00am you'll be able to park on nearby estate roads which is better than rugby club field. I''ll be there marshalling car parking from early. You should have no problem warming up in the park or on side streets. There are time markers at the start and should be easy to get the right spot on the start grid. The course is pretty flat with just a couple of dips and bridges. There is always a quality field so expect people running away fast and don't be tempted. Almost the whole route is on quiet country roads that are closed to traffic. You head out towards the airport then back through Mobberley. There is a map and video at www.wilmslowhalfmarathon.org.uk The first half is very fast - maybe slightly downhill and often wind behind. It isn't uncommon to go through the 10k split in a seasons best or even PB :O. In which case it can seem a long way back as there is a small hill at 10 miles followed by a long straight drag often into the wind. There is a dip about 1km from the finish - leg it from there. There is usually a decent crowd lining the finish straight so ample show boating opportunities. |
Mar 2015
7:56pm, 18 Mar 2015
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Ninky Nonk
Thanks RB.
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Mar 2015
8:09pm, 18 Mar 2015
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Nelly
NN - re: parking, depending which way you're arriving from if you want to get away quickly then I'd recommend using either Waters car park on Altrincham Rd (£2) or the car park on the corner of Styal Road immediately behind the rugby club (free). I haven't used the Waters car park before, but certainly the other one I memtion, fills up by 9am. Alternatively, if you want a later start and don't mind a mile or so warmup jog then parkng at Wilmslow leisure centre car park is free on a Sunday. I agree with everything Bob says except the markers for starting position. But then I'm not as close to the front as either of you and I prefer parking remotely and jogging close (in time) to the start, so the start area is packed, but that's my own fault. Also, the roads open up quickly enough that even if you are a bit far back then you can soon start passing people. |
Mar 2015
8:25pm, 18 Mar 2015
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Ninky Nonk
Cheers nelly.
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Mar 2015
7:31am, 19 Mar 2015
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RunningBob
Beware that the Styal Rd car park is very small and you're not allowed to park on the main road - in fact that is where I'm marshalling from 8.00am. Like Nelly says Waters or Leisure centre are good options if you are needing to get away. If you are local the Lacey Green area is also easy. The club house is open from early with hot drinks etc. |
Mar 2015
9:18am, 19 Mar 2015
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Ninky Nonk
Cheers. I don't suppose you could recommend a spot on course for spectators travelling from altrincham?
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Mar 2015
9:18am, 19 Mar 2015
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Ninky Nonk
Cheers. I don't suppose you could recommend a spot on course for spectators travelling from altrincham?
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