Stook 10 Mile, Kilkenny – Sun 17th November, 12pm

belcarra

blockic wrote: »

Good man belcarra, looking forward to welcoming ya to my part of the world!

And I thought you were a proud Corkman!:eek:

blockic

blockic wrote: »

Good man belcarra, looking forward to welcoming ya to my current part of the world!

FMP :cool:

blockic

So a week and a half to go and online registrations are well up on this day last year!

90% up in fact! :cool: Looks like there will be a great crowd descend on Dungarvan, Kilkenny on the 17th. (See what I did there )

The sandwich makers and cake bakers are being lined up as we speak.

That's all that matters at the end of the day is it not... :D

SB5

Are there pacers at this race?

Beef

Sherpa's I'd say, nevermind pacers.

blockic

SB5 wrote: »

Are there pacers at this race?

We've opted not to have pacers this year. The profile of the course means that it is not a race that should be even paced, therefore it would be down to personal preference in effect making the purpose of pacers defunct.

Back to the old style racing I say!

career_move

Stook 10 FAQ:

Q. Will I be sore?
If you ran hard enough, yes. But in a good way.


:D:D

adrian522

Very tempted by this as I'll likely be in Kikenny anyway.

Haven't done much running at all over the last month so I'm unsure if I'd even get through this...but really need something to motivate me..

Are there likely to be entries on the day?

blockic

adrian522 wrote: »

Very tempted by this as I'll likely be in Kikenny anyway.

Haven't done much running at all over the last month so I'm unsure if I'd even get through this...but really need something to motivate me..

Are there likely to be entries on the day?

At the moment there will be entries on the morning (€25). But if this changes and we are getting close to our entry limit I'll give the heads up here.

Sharkey47

Signed up for this. Really looking forward to it after an unsettling run in the Dublin Half Marathon in the Phoenix Park when I ran while being sick. That mistake won't be repeated.

Adrian 522, I think you will really enjoy this run. It is a nice, challenging route with a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.

blockic

The countdown to Stook 10 is nearly upon us and organisation is in full flow.

For those in Kilkenny or local, there are training runs of the route both Saturday and Sunday this weekend kicking off at 10am hosted by the Kilkenny Tri Club both days if people want a sneak peek before the big day.

We are also getting excited about our cheering zone which will be at the crest of Stook, with the remit to create as much noise as possible. When people round the corner from this, the flying mile then awaits!

Some good representation around the country now can be seen in registrations including good Dublin representation with runners from Donore Harriers, Lucan Harriers, Bro Pearse, Tallaght, DSD, Clonliffe and Crusaders.

The question is, where are Sportsworld? Do they pack in training for the winter? Slackers! :D

Krusty_Clown

Jaysus, talk about hard sell! At this rate, you'll be sending the Juveline members of Gowran on a continental cruise!

blockic

Krusty_Clown wrote: »

Jaysus, talk about hard sell! At this rate, you'll be sending the Juveline members of Gowran on a continental cruise!

Our juveniles are living on scraps currently, need all the support we can get!

That was basically just a digger/CL wind up!

You still only jogging it? You are likely to be up at the business end of things..tempted?

Krusty_Clown

blockic wrote: »

Our juveniles are living on scraps currently, need all the support we can get!

That was basically just a digger/CL wind up!

You still only jogging it? You are likely to be up at the business end of things..tempted?

Have been running every day this week and managed a few strides yesterday, but the legs are whingeing! Wouldn't mind having a pop at the M40 course record (love the way you guys are tickling all of the boxes!), before Gary O'Hanlon turns 40 and spoils everything for us old guys. But really, just down for some fun.

ASIMON0V

Krusty_Clown wrote: »

Have been running every day this week and managed a few strides yesterday, but the legs are whingeing! Wouldn't mind having a pop at the M40 course record (love the way you guys are tickling all of the boxes!), before Gary O'Hanlon turns 40 and spoils everything for us old guys. But really, just down for some fun.

Great to have you down, we're a tad unlucky to clash with the XC in santry on the same day, but that might work in your favour!

fowler1

The the decks have been cleared might dip under the hour,what the over 40 record.

ASIMON0V

fowler1 wrote: »

The the decks have been cleared might dip under the hour,what the over 40 record.

58' 07" for M40 - full list here on the website.

Krusty_Clown

ASIMON0V wrote: »

Great to have you down, we're a tad unlucky to clash with the XC in santry on the same day, but that might work in your favour!

Not in a position to have a pop yourself? Home court advantage and all that?!

ASIMON0V

Krusty_Clown wrote: »

Not in a position to have a pop yourself? Home court advantage and all that?!

Sadly not, I'll be doing a few jobs around the race on Sunday (not to mention the 5 weeks with no running due to injury) - I'll fill you in on the gories after the race.

NoGutsNoGlory

ran the route this ... luckily i knew the route - no arrows to point people in the right direction .. had to tell a few first timers the way to go ... never saw them again!! ... the hill is still there a lot of the first 5 k covered in cow $hit ...

eliwallach

NoGutsNoGlory wrote: »

a lot of the first 5 k covered in cow $hit ...

That'll teach them South Dublin boys

Krusty_Clown

eliwallach wrote: »

That'll teach them South Dublin boys

What is 'cow'?

village runner

NoGutsNoGlory wrote: »

ran the route this ... luckily i knew the route - no arrows to point people in the right direction .. had to tell a few first timers the way to go ... never saw them again!! ... the hill is still there a lot of the first 5 k covered in cow $hit ...

I rem last year the surface was clean hedgeswere cut...I found The hill tough but I am looking forward to it nxt week. As a local lad I welcome plenty of races in The area. You must be tired and cranky today after a 3rd baby recently. LOL

babalobioddy

Is it still ok to enter on the day ?

BeepBeep67

Krusty_Clown wrote: »

What is 'cow'?

Rumored to be found in some supermarket burgers!

village runner

babalobioddy wrote: »

Is it still ok to enter on the day ?

Yes as far as I know it is but it's 5 euro dearer.

blockic

babalobioddy wrote: »

Is it still ok to enter on the day ?

village runner wrote: »

Yes as far as I know it is but it's 5 euro dearer.

Yep, online registration will be available until midnight on Friday for €20. People can also register on the morning of the race before 11am for €25 euro.

Really looking forward to it now and we welcome all feedback as we are always looking to improve.

We'll look at putting up some arrow signs next year a couple weeks out for training runs, another first I suspect.

mr.wiggle

blockic wrote: »

Yep, online registration will be available until midnight on Friday for €20. People can also register on the morning of the race before 11am for €25 euro.

Really looking forward to it now and we welcome all feedback as we are always looking to improve.

We'll look at putting up some arrow signs next year a couple weeks out for training runs, another first I suspect.

What???

So lets get this straight....

NO places available Countdown ??

Very poor blockic !!

If you agree to sort this out for next year, I'll put my name down for 2014?!

blockic

mr.wiggle wrote: »

What???

So lets get this straight....

NO places available Countdown ??

Very poor blockic !!

If you agree to sort this out for next year, I'll put my name down for 2014?!

I know! We like to be different!

BeepBeep67

blockic wrote: »

Yep, online registration will be available until midnight on Friday for €20. People can also register on the morning of the race before 11am for €25 euro.

Really looking forward to it now and we welcome all feedback as we are always looking to improve.

We'll look at putting up some arrow signs next year a couple weeks out for training runs, another first I suspect.

Ok, I bit the bullet and registered and saved €3.25 (can I still get a pint in Kilkenny for that?), even though I'm at a stag the day before, it might keep me honest!

blockic

BeepBeep67 wrote: »

Ok, I bit the bullet and registered and saved €3.25 (can I still get a pint in Kilkenny for that?), even though I'm at a stag the day before, it might keep me honest!

Good stuff BeepBeep! Dedication to the cause!

ASIMON0V

Great stuff BB, I'll buy you a pint if you stick around after.

BeepBeep67

ASIMON0V wrote: »

Great stuff BB, I'll buy you a pint if you stick around after.

I'll need a cure!

ASIMON0V

BeepBeep67 wrote: »

I'll need a cure!

The hangover will be well and truly left behind (somewhere between mile 6 and 7 I'd guess).

BeepBeep67

ASIMON0V wrote: »

The hangover will be well and truly left behind (somewhere between mile 6 and 7 I'd guess).

It could make an appearance alight

Any recommendations nearby to take the family for a bite afterwards?

village runner

BeepBeep67 wrote: »

It could make an appearance alight

Any recommendations nearby to take the family for a bite afterwards?

The ouncel does a great steak 100m from The finish. Also plenty of good places in Kilkenny. Tell me what you want and I will recommend a few.

BeepBeep67

village runner wrote: »

The ouncel does a great steak 100m from The finish. Also plenty of good places in Kilkenny. Tell me what you want and I will recommend a few.

Somewhere close by with a reasonable selection, family friendly.

village runner

BeepBeep67 wrote: »

Somewhere close by with a reasonable selection, family friendly.

As I said the ouncel is good. Also in Kilkenny you won't go far wrong with Kytlers inn beside Dunnes stores or langtoNs in John st. Or if you have small ones marios (plenty cals) has a very small play area for wee kids 400 m from Waterford road exit on ring road towards town. Also a restaurant italien beside it that also has little play area I rhink. It's called primo pasta pizza steak etc

BeepBeep67

village runner wrote: »

As I said the ouncel is good. Also in Kilkenny you won't go far wrong with Kytlers inn beside Dunnes stores or langtoNs in John st. Or if you have small ones marios (plenty cals) has a very small play area for wee kids 400 m from Waterford road exit on ring road towards town. Also a restaurant italien beside it that also has little play area I rhink. It's called primo pasta pizza steak etc

Cheers - not sure if I'm allowed into Langtons.....but that's a long story :pac:

ASIMON0V

BeepBeep67 wrote: »

Cheers - not sure if I'm allowed into Langtons.....but that's a long story :pac:

Step House Hotel in Borris is good as well - can you drive back over the mountains? If you're legging it back to dublin then the Arboretum Garden Centre just past Paulstown is good.

eliwallach

BeepBeep67 wrote: »

Cheers - not sure if I'm allowed into Langtons.....but that's a long story :pac:

Spill. We love long stories that involve Langtons and not allowed in.

fowler1

Well one area that we all bow to village runners expertise is food , GOD knows he consumes enough.

village runner

fowler1 wrote: »

Well one area that we all bow to village runners expertise is food , GOD knows he consumes enough.

I can't argue with you there. 2014 might be a slimmer one. But even when I give you 3 stone your pb is still 20 sec off mine. I love miles 24 25 26 of a marathon. Nearly as much as a snack box. We may go to cologne so and have a bit of fun. Lol

ASIMON0V

village runner wrote: »

I can't argue with you there. 2014 might be a slimmer one. But even when I give you 3 stone your pb is still 20 sec off mine. I love miles 24 25 26 of a marathon. Nearly as much as a snack box. We may go to cologne so and have a bit of fun. Lol

I'm in for that. and when i'm finished i'll walk back down the course and cheer you both on.

blockic

Been off the radar all day preparing for tomorrow. We look forward to welcoming you all to a red and white part of the country!(clubs not county ) Ready to rock and roll..

shortstuff!

blockic wrote: »

Been off the radar all day preparing for tomorrow. We look forward to welcoming you all to a red and white part of the country!(clubs not county ) Ready to rock and roll..

Great race blockic! Can't wait to get my 1mile time, never ran so fast in my life:D

belcarra

shortstuff! wrote: »

Great race blockic! Can't wait to get my 1mile time, never ran so fast in my life:D

Hey Shortstuff, good to meet you today at the start line.
What time did you cross the line in? The 9 mile split is available on the results page here. Looks like CareerMove beat my mile by 8 seconds...:cool:

shortstuff!

belcarra wrote: »

Hey Shortstuff, good to meet you today at the start line.
What time did you cross the line in? The 9 mile split is available on the results page here. Looks like CareerMove beat my mile by 8 seconds...:cool:

Great to meet you too! How'd you get on? 1:40:53 chip time 1:41:35 gun time 7:59 mile time

belcarra

shortstuff! wrote: »

Great to meet you too! How'd you get on? 1:40:53 chip time 1:41:35 gun time 7:59 mile time

Hope you enjoyed that beast of a hill!
My times were 1:14:10 chip time 1:14:21 gun time 6:02 mile time.

shortstuff!

belcarra wrote: »

Hope you enjoyed that beast of a hill!
My times were 1:14:10 chip time 1:14:21 gun time 6:02 mile time.

It was a struggle to say the least, I really need to work on hills more! Fair play to you, you were flying:)

Love my bell, great idea!