Saxon Shore Half Marathon and 10k race report
On a day with clear blue skies, TRAC runners gathered in the picturesque and relaxing race headquarters at the Whitstable Castle. The options were for a 2 lap half marathon or a 10k run along the coastline from Whitstable to Herne Bay and back.
We set off in waves down the castle hill and made our way towards the Whitstable seafront, and down onto the prom. The route was mostly flat with a couple of hills near the end (twice visited for the hardy half marathon runners). Quick times could have been available on this course but some runners struggled with the heat of the day. It was a lovely route out along the proms and past the beach huts and caravan parks, with great views out to sea. But at the turn to come back we were hit with quite a challenging coastal headwind.
I was quite grateful to have chosen the 10k option and headed up the last hill towards the finish line at the castle. Big kudos to all those on the half who set off back to Herne Bay and then faced the wind for a second time on their return journey.
Some brilliant results for TRAC.
Of note trophy winners Ruby Spence in the half marathon in 2nd place and Asmaa Hatmin in the 10k in 3rd place.
Well done also to Oliver Regan from the TRAC juniors, 5th in the 10k and special shout out to Gaynor Shelvey with a fantastic run today.
Half Marathon
|
Overall |
Gender |
Name |
Time |
|
13 |
2 |
Ruby Spencer |
01:29:13 |
|
94 |
78 |
Chris Brown |
01:50:49 |
10k
|
Overall |
Gender |
Name |
Time |
|
5 |
5 |
Oliver Regan |
00:39:22 |
|
12 |
11 |
Mark Croucher |
00:40:52 |
|
14 |
13 |
Dan Grech |
00:42:06 |
|
23 |
3 |
Asmaa Hatim |
00:45:39 |
|
26 |
5 |
Jo Kemp |
00:46:56 |
|
71 |
50 |
Simon Burton |
00:56:22 |
|
195 |
109 |
Gaynor Shelvey |
01:55:23 |
Apologies if we have missed anyone, unfortunately the club names do not show up in Sporting Events UK results.
Ladies Captain Jo Kemp.
And while we’re here… its just over a month until our own Harbour Wallbanger beach race, (Sunday 14th July), a 7k race from Broadstairs to Ramsgate and back across the sandy bays.
If you’re not running, we would really appreciate members help in marshalling this race. It’s only 7k, so runners won’t be out all day and the atmosphere is always tremendous. Our club charity this year is Pilgrims Hospice.
Enter here.