2012

20 February 2012
News Round-up

Congratulations to Lynn Henderson who battled through wintery weather to set a storming sub-90 minute PB at Sunday's (19 February) Kinross to Lossiemouth Half Marathon. Although hampered by snow and bad roads on the way north, Lynn found Moray snow-free and made the best of the cold but near perfect conditions to run an impressive 89:45 to finish 6th female in what was a very strong field. The woman's race was won by Melissa Whyte of Inverness Harriers in a time of 76:30 while last year's Clova winnner, Nick Milovsorov headed home the men's field in 71:49. 

Meanwhile, just a reminder that this month's club meeting will feature a talk on Ultra-marathon running from our very own Craig Stewart. Over the last few years Craig has proved himself a competitive and prolific racer over the gruelling ultra-marathon distances, racking up a string of impressive results, including two sub-22 hour finishes at the 95 mile West Highland Way Race, and top ten finishes at the Cateran 55 and the 41 mile River Ayr Way Challenge - come along and be inspired! Meeting starts as 7:30pm, Sunday 26 February, in the Osnaburg Bar.  

22 January 2012

Race report from Craig Stewart from The Devil's Burden Relay Race on 21 Jan.

On what looked like a great day for running the Lomonds across in Fife it was very windy at the summits of East & West Lomond and I also believe from those on the ground you got the 4 seasons.

For those new to this race Bev, Sandra, MontyFox & Stewart this was a quite an experience.

I know Bev and Sandra required oxygen and fresh legs having climbed the East Lomond Leg I think altitude sickness may also have been suffered. The pair received a baptism of fire on this leg not only a steep climb 425meters but the steep descent on the other side. It was a joy to see them and having completed a tough leg in a reasonable time of 1hr15mins and the relieve on their faces when they got to the change over.

MontyFox on leg2 ran a sole leg with a gradual climb up Bishop Hill and the joy on a very cold and wet boggy section which I know took my breathe away. The descent into Scotland well was steep and hazardous as those on the 3rd climbed back up the hill. Well done Monty your section was completed in 45minutes very respectable.

On to the 3rd Leg the experienced Veteran Ron Milne and young pretender Craig Stewart climbed back up Bishop Hill having run Leg2 already to be met by howling winds and considerable drop in temperature. This the toughest leg with 2 hill ascents and descents of Bishop Hill and West Lomond.

One lapse of concentration saw Craig stumble and headbutt the Heather and as he shook it off he sees his club mate Brain Bonnyman running for his 1st Club Westerlands hit the deck in similar fashion - it happens to the best - the joys of hill running.

The joy of Ron reaching the summit of West Lomond was clear for all at the top to see and to then see him  descend with the grace and elegance of a mountain goat on the other side was a joy see. I'm sure the gent he is he also managed to assist some floundering females on the way.

The 3rd leg drew to conclusion through a muddy field and the knowledge we could now jump in the car back to the finish to see Stewart complete the race.

Stewart enjoyed his sole leg bringing the team home in 4hrs 02minutes and 102 place. The 4th leg is 8km through forest track with gradual ascents and descents. A good leg for Stewart who took his time to pick up his pace and have little individual battles with competitors in front of him. I was there at the end to see Stewart look rather tired and relieved his leg was over.

All in all a good day out in Fife for the Forfar Hill Runners.

A special thank you to Brian Bonnyman who organised the team and Liz Nicoll who was there to provide support and encouragement to the team.

May this experience encourage others to become involved in the joys of Hill Running and off road. looking forward to 2013 event already where I would hope to have 2 teams?

If you are interested let us know as other events are run throughout the year and the Pain does go away !! Honest

 

 

13 January 2012

Happy New Year to you all.

Reminder - Sunday 29 January is the club AGM - 7pm in the Oz, we are looking to see as many club member (past and present) as possible - this meeting is open to all.

3 February will be the first social event of 2012 - a trip to the Douglasfield Mecca Bingo - again this is open to all - starts 7pm so if you can be there before then especially if you need to join as amebmer (membership is free).

We are looking for helpers for the Multi Terrain on Sunday 5 February for both race duties and supplying soup, sandwiches etc for the hungry runners.  The event starts 11am at Strathmore Rugby Club.

Many congratulations to Jack Davies who took part in the Bupa Winter Run in Edinburgh - 5k.  Jack finished in 167th place in a time of 22mins 58secs putting him 2nd in his age group.

 

 

16 November 2011

Jack Davies recently took part in the RNLI Reindeer 10km race at Glamis, Jack finished in 44mins 18 secs, a new PB for him. Very well done Jack.
 

16 November 2011

Results from Glen Clova 1/2 marathon held on 12 November :
Brian Bonnyman: 79:23 (5th overall)
Craig Stewart: 88:39
Keith Headridge: 92:47
Ewan Greenhill: 95:00
Ron Milne: 97:38
Jack Davies: 102:34
Leslie McLaren: 105:08
Scott McPherson: 108:07
Donna Pass: 108:12
Mark Guild: 110:15
Elizabeth Montgomery-Fox: 111:03 (PB)
George Balfour: 113.54
Phil Leslie: 114:04
James Robertson: 117:02
Ewan Milne: 122.19
Eileen Jackson: 122.35
Sandra Mearns: 124.04
Chic Jolly: 126.26

 

Fife AC took the male team prize with Carnegie Harriers winning the ladies event. Overall winner was Nick Milosorov in 74:14. Niamh Mooney took the ladies title in 92:52.

 

On Sunday the club competed in the Hartley Cup Relays results are:

Forfar men finished in 79.35 with Ryan Nicoll, Mark Melnyk, Ron Milne, James Beattie and father and son Ewan and Ewan Greenhill in the 'A' team.

Forfar ladies were placed 3rd in 91:36 and were represented by Tracy Morgan, Bev Smeaton, Lynn Henderson, Cath McInally, and mother and daughter Angie and Lisa Mackenzie.

The Forfar mixed team comprising Brian Niblock, Sarah Niblock, Nairn Duguid, Liz Nicoll and Fergus Carnegie recorded an aggregate of 93:34.

James Beattie recorded the fastest Forfar lap time of 6minues 7 seconds with Tracy Morgan fastest female on the day with 6minues 17 seconds.

 

10 November 2011

Race report from Glenogle 33 Ultra 5.11.11 by Craig Stewart

A new ultra for 2011 running from Strathyre to Killin Forest over the viaduct and looking out over lochearnhead. Saturday morning was frosty and foggy which soon burnt off when the sun came up for the start of the race at 8am ah prefect running conditions.

The route follows cycle path7, over a variety of different surfaces, trail,road,cinder and mud every ultra runners delight. As this was the end of season ultra there was a few familiar faces who i had either followed or been followed by the joys of running this distance is that people are more than willing to chat along the way and to encourage each other.

Time just seem to past me by as 2 1/2hrs went by and i past the 18 mile mark heading home on a downhill section. This also meant that we got to see the loch again in its full winter beauty. At mile 25 we hit the road oh no the legs begin to really hurt passing a distance relatives burial ground at Balquidder (Rob Roy) head down I plod on knowing it wasn't far to go, then a sign 1 1/2 miles to go (alas false hope) it was more like 3 and some more climbs to do. Eventually after 4hrs and 5 mins i cross the finish line having caught another couple of runners in the last stages. Hooray.

I now had to waited on Scott crossing the line but unfortunately had to leave just before he got finished in 5hrs 40 mins and having spoken to him he was happy to get finished but he had thoroughly enjoyed completing his 3rd ultra this year. Not bad for a newbie.

For anybody wanting run beyond marathon i would say this race is worth thinking about, the organisation, marshalls and support was great along with good signage and stunning scenery Go on think about it.

It was also good to see Antonia again who had been running her 4th Ultra of the year and finishing in a very respectable 4hrs 38mins.

Its now time to think about next years events and to encourage a few other participants from the club and yes i have agreed to talk at the club meeting at the end of February 2012 about my experiences running Ultras.

 

9 November

Bus times for the weekend

For all those that let Liz know they wished to use the bus for the Ceilidh on Saturday after the Clova race - it is leaving from the Oz at 7.30pm and going via Kirrie.

Also for those that have said they want to use the bus for the Hartleys relays on the Sunday - the bus will be leaving the Leisure Centre @ 10.15am instead of 10.30 as previously stated.

 

8 November
Race report from Templeton 10 6/11/11 by Brian Bonnyman

There was a great turnout at yesterday's Templeton 10 miler which saw no less than 14 runners in action for the club in near perfect conditions. At the front of the field the first mile, usually a mad downhill stampede, was unusually subdued, with nobody wanting to take on the lead. Eventually, Neil Young of Fife AC eased to the front, closely shadowed by Dundee Hawkhill's flying Dutchman, Rodger Van Gompel. On the first climb the pair slowly began to pull away from the rest of the pack, before Neil gradually dropped Rodger, and went on to build a substantial lead. I was sitting in third place a fair bit back from Rodger when Greg Simson of Perth RR passed me around mile eight, just as I'd started suffering from a bit of a stitch. I managed to keep Greg in sight and started to reel him back in on the final climb back up to the woods and we had a great tussle along the track, running shoulder to shoulder, until he out-sprinted me down the grassy banking to the finish. About a minute and a half later, Neil Young came sprinting in, fairly fuming at having missed the final turn into the woods - which, through some mix up, had been left un-marshalled - and ran on until he hit the Coupar Angus Road! Second home for Forfar was Craig, muttering some lame excuse about having ran a 33 mile ultra the day before, closely followed by Lynn who ran an excellent 70:23 to claim the 3rd female prize. Rory was back next, cheered in by Pauline and the kids, closely followed by Ewan in 74:11, who managed to grab some valuable championship points from his old sparring partner Ron, who was next FRR back. Mark was next back obviously enjoying his first Templeton, a few minutes ahead of Hugh, who struggled in bravely after injuring his calf muscle about halfway round. Eileen had a great run 91:16 about a minute, ahead of Bev, who racked up yet another massive PB. Next back were Sandra and Angie, suspiciously close together (I just hope there wasn't any chatting), followed by Liz and Karen. We didn't manage to retain the men's team prize, with Fife picking up both team titles, but it was nonetheless a great team effort all round - well done everyone!

1. R. van Gompel  Dundee HH 1:00:04
2. G. Simpson Perth RR 1:00:22
3. B. Bonnyman 1:00:25
4. N. Young Fife AC. 1:01:45
8. M. Windram-Geddes Fife AC 1:03:39 (1st Female)
36. A. McKimmie Fife AC 1:08:40 (2nd Female)
49. Craig  1:10:12
50. Lynn 1:10:23 (3rd Female)
68. Rory 1:13:33
72. Ewan 1:14:11
85. Ron 1:15:49
137. Mark 1:24:11
169. Hugh 1:27:47
184. Eileen 1:31:16
199. Beverly 1:32:20
210. Sandra 1:33:39
211. Angie 1:34:12
247. Liz 1:42:00
251. Karen 1:42:39

 
8 November
Race report from Templeton 10 6/11/11 by Ewan Greenhill

What a fantastic turnout from the sky blue vests on Sunday.  Excellent conditions made it a little bit more enjoyable over the demanding route.  Got stuck at the back when the gun went off which gave me a little more work to do early on to get back in the race.

Congratulations to Brian Bonnyman and Lynn Henderson for terrific performances.  Craig well up there despite having a 33 mile warm up the day before. Just an incredible performance Craig.  Rory well done, I thought I was going past you at 8 mile but you proved not to be a sleeping policeman and far too strong for me going up the last hill and through the wood. Ron is never beaten and I knew he would not be far behind. You must have been closing on me by the finish Ron.

Good performances coming from Mark. Hugh a PB.  Eileen PB, Bev PB, Sandra and Angie PB all very close together showing there is a alot more to come from the girls yet in the way lowering their times.

Liz and Karen you tackled what is a toughy. Easy to step back and not do it but you showed character and did it. Chuffed for you.

 

3 November

The Christmas night out is 10th December - all money is due in by 12th November - can you get any outstanding money to Liz asap - the night costs £35 per person.

The Casino night is 19th November - anyone interested should contact Liz.

Hartelys Relay is taking place 13th November @ 1.00pm - all those who have indicated they would like to use the bus should meet at 10.30am at Lochside Leisure Centre.  It has been recommended by the organisers that you bring trail shoes as the event will take place on grass.

Anyone at a loose end on Saturday 12th November - come up to Clova to help out at the half marathon - if any helpers can be there for 10am ish to help set up that would be great.
 

6 October
Congratualations to Jack Davies who ran in the Bupa Edinburgh 5k race on 2 October.  Jack finished in 22mins 53 secs.
1st in his age group and 16th overall.

 

5 October

24 September saw the Ayr Way Challenge take place. This is a 41 mile ultra distance event. Forfar's Craig Stewart was placed 6th knocking 17minutes off his 2010 time in five hours, 56 minutes and 51 seconds with clubmate Scott McPherson coming home in nine hours 20minutes.
 

28 September - results round up 

Hugh Mackenzie managed a fantastic time of 2.48.48 at the Huntly Standard Triathlon on Sunday 25 September. In the sprint triathlon Angie Mackenzie did 1.46.30 and Karen Fletcher did 1.51.23. Well done to all the Forfar contingent.

Also on Sunday 25 September:

Pitlochry 10k
Ewan Greenhill 42:24

East Neuk 10km
Tracy Morgan 39:48
Ron Mile 42:08
Brian Niblock 45:13
Elizabeth Montgomery-Fox 49:42 (PB)
David Webster 57:00
Anne Geddes 59.07
Sam Connelly 63:42
Donna Joiner 68:00 (PB)

Congrats to Brian Niblock 42:06 and Cath McInally 44:52 who completed the Stirling 10k today and also to Eileen Jackson who finished the Great North Run in 1:58:44.

7 September : results from 6mile time trial:
Brian Bonnyman 34:51
Craig Stewart 37:40
Brian Niblock 41:19
Ron Milne 42:03
Jack Davies 43:47 (PB)
Mark Melnyk 44:43
Stewart Irving 45:54
Billy Douglas 45:57
Hugh MacKenzie 48:09 (PB)
Beverly Smeaton 51:40 (PB)
Angie Mackenzie 53:54 (PB)
Sandra Mearns 54:20 (PB)
Sandra Pattie 54:50
Lisa MacKenzie 57:46

3mile - (1 lap) times
Tracy Morgan 19:02
Cath McInally 21:38
Donna Pass 21:58
Heather Anderson 24:41
Angela Murray 30:22 (PB)
Donna Joiner 30.22 (PB)

 

Congratulations has to go to one of the club's newest members - Lynn Henderson. Lynn finished the Moray Marathon in 3:13:31 to finish 2nd lady and 26th overall.

Congratulations also to Craig Stewart (2:22:35) and Ron Milne (2:35:18) who took part in the Ben Nevis Hill Race on Saturday 3rd September.

Great Scottish Run Glasgow 2011 (4 September) 1/2 marathon results:
Ewan Greenhill 1:34:10
Elizabeth Montgomery-Fox 1:56:47
Eileen Jackson 1:58:28
Beverly Smeaton 1:59:07
Sandra Pattie 2:06:20
Angie Mackenzie 2:09:53
Sam Connelly 2:18:03
Diane Oldershaw 2:18:49
Karen Fletcher 2:19:15
Anne Geddes 2:19:15

 

 

27 July

Well done to Brian Bonnyman who was 1st overall at the recent Knock Hill '5' Race held on 20th July in a time of 32:26. This race is 5mile multi-terrain course reaching a height of 685 feet.

 

 

21 July

The Cancer Research Relay for life in Kirriemuir is fast approaching ,there is still 5 places available if there is anyone still thinking about it you have to be registered by 31st July, the cost is £15.

There is no requirement to individually fund raise,as your pack will suggest,this years event is a community event and to raise cancer awareness, so any fundraising/sponsorship is up to the individual.

The Relay for LIfe is a 24hr event and a minimum of 1 person from team has to be on track at a time.there is all sorts of entertainment being organised to keep everyone amussed for the 24hrs,including bands,silent disco,quizes,bingo ,exercise classes,Kirries got Talent competition, etc.

Forfar Road Runners have raised over £700 with a quiz night,and candle party and also handed in 67 donation station bags filled with clothes,shoes,books etc.FRR are credited £30 for every bag making a total so far off £2010. Brian still has bags if anyone would like any, and is happy to collect to make sure we are credited the £30, He also has candle bags, these are used convey get well messages, messages of hope,and messages of rememberance ,these are used to light up track during night. He has bags available, these are for a suggested donation of £5 if anyone would like to buy one or help sell to family or friends get in touch.

To register please click on the following link, or through Relay for life section in FRR web site Cancer Research: Relay for Life.

 

19 July

results update:

Dundee 1/2 marathon was held on Sunday 17th July and results were: Brian Niblock 1:36:28; Donna Pass 1:46:39; Sandra Pattie 2:02:08; Bev Smeaton 2:07:45 and Diane Oldershaw 2:36:56

The club's hill race was held on 15th July, there was a record turn out for the event, results are:

• Chris Russell, Fife AC: 29:21
• Brian Bonnyman, Forfar RR: 29:28
• Iain Anderson, SPS: 30:58
• Iain McNulty, Dundee HH: 31:59
• Craig Love, Dundee HH: 32:10
• Craig Stewart, Forfar RR: 33:36
• Raymond Irvine: 34:15
• Lynn Henderson, Arbroath: 34:58
• Phil Forte, Dundee HH: 35:32
• Ryan Nicoll, Forfar RR: 36:25
• Jason McIntosh: 36:25
• Ron Milne, Forfar RR: 36:37
• Gavin Durston: 36:39
• Cameron Little: 37:02
• James Doherty: 39:12
• Anna Forgione: 39:14
• Hamish Wilson: 39:21
• Scott McPherson, Forfar RR: 41:18
• Stewart Davidson: 41:31
• Ian Wilson: 42:38
• Bob Thornton, Fife AC: 44:28
• Ron Fraser, Dundee RR: 46:38
• Dave Douglas, Forfar RR: 50:22
• Graham Bennison, Fife AC: 57:34

 

18 July

Well done to Jack Davies, finishing BUPA Great North 10K (Sunday 17th July) in 46:24, he finished 458 overall but 4th in his age category.

 

7 July

An amazing £282.91 has been raised from the candle party for the team's Relay for Life fund, well done to all those involved especially Alison Niblock and Lesley Cromar for arranging/hosting it all - who'd have thought so much could have been raised from selling some candles and holding a raffle!

 

5 July

Results are now in for the White Tops Hill Race which was held on 1st July.  14th overall was Craig Stewart 53:13 closely followed by Rory Fairbairn 54:13; Ron Milne finished in 57:20 (despite being classed as a Dundee Road Runner) and Scott McPherson 62:46.

 

4 July

2 Forfar runners tackled the Stonehaven half marathon on Sunday 3 July, this is billed as one of the toughest half marathons in Scotland.  Despite this and the heat Mark Melynk finished in 1:48:07 and Donna Pass in 1.49.25.

 

30 June

News round update

Glenrothes 10K was on Sunday 26 June, on a very humid day 2 club runners finished, results are: Ewan Greenhill: 44:37 and Bev Smeaton 57:34 on the same day another duo of club runners were taking part in the Dunfermline 1/2 marathon, results: Tracy Morgan 1:31:03 and Brian Niblock 1:39:32

The club also had a few runners taking part in the Lairig Ghru ultra 28mile event over that weekend, Brian Bonnyman was 4th over all with Craig Stewart and Ron Milne also taking part, results will follow.

Some great photos from the event see: http://www.action-heroes.co.uk/galleries2/LairigGhru11/index.html

The club Christmas night out is booked for Saturday 10th December in The Queen's Hotel, Dundee. Places are limited so if you want to go can you get in touch with Liz asap and a £10 (non-refundable) deposit is required.

28th June was the Relay for Life's candle party, hosted by Lesley Cromar and Alison Niblock, thanks to everyone that turned up, handed in raffle prizes and placed orders. The news so far is that over £250 has been raised so far with some orders still to come in. This money will be added to the team's fund raising efforts for the Relay for life which is taking place in Kirrie on the 13th and 14th August. Places are still available if anyone wants to take part contact Brian Niblock for more details.
 

 

13 June

Race result round up:

Stirling Tri novice results: Dawn Mcfarlane 01:01:05; Angie Mackenzie 01:01:59 and Karen Fletcher 01:04:32. Fantastic results, well done ladies. full breakdown available at following link : www.stirlingtriathlon.com

The club had 2 runners at the Auld Toun 10k on 1 June, results were Donna Pass 45.23 SB (3rd female vet) and Angela Philip 46.40 (4th vet).

1 June: Results from last night's time trial: 2 laps: Brian Bonnyman 35:35; Craig Stewart 38:00; Ron Milne 42:11; Guy Sinclair 44:16; Mark Melnyk 44:44; Sandra Pattie 51:38; Pauline Fairbairn 54:05; Bev Smeaton 54:19; Angie Mackenzie 57:35 and Sam Connelly 62:27. 1 lap: Marilyn Binnie 36:05; Karen Fletcher 36:05; Donna Joiner 36:18; Ewan Greenhill 21:10; Billy Douglas 25:40; Heather Anderson 25:32.

Official results in from the Arbroath Academy 10km Sunday 29th: Tracy Morgan 41:51(1st female); Donna Pass 46:48; Mark Melynk 48:02; Sandra Pattie 53:25; Elizabeth Montgomery-Fox 53:31; Bev Smeaton 58:52; Sam Connelly 64:46; Angie Mackenzie 64:46; Karen Fletcher 64:47; and Liam Pattie 68:34.

Edinburgh Marathon (22 May) Cath McInally: 3.32.08 and in the half the same day Eileen Jackson 1:54.45; Sandra Pattie 1:54:45 (PB) and Bev Smeaton 2.02.11 PB).

 

20 May

Sunday 15th May was the Bupa Great Manchester 10k Race. Jack Davies represented the club at this event and came home in a time of 45:41. This placed him 2454th out of 38,000 runners. (Gebrselassie just beat him in 28:10!) and he was placed 14th in his age group. Very well done Jack.

 

 

19 May

Results just in from last night's Kinnoull Hill Race: 2nd overall Brian Bonnyman 27:28; Craig Stewart 31:49 and Ron Milne 34:59, congratulations to you all.

 

17 May

Results now in for the Monikie 10km on 15th May: Donna Pass 46:14 (3rd FVet); Guy Sinclair 47:39; Elizabeth Montgomery-Fox 51:57(PB) and Beverly Smeaton 57:45

Well done to all the Loch Leven runners on Saturday - chip time results are Tracy Morgan 1:32:54; Brian Niblock 1:36:34 and Sam Connelly 2:14:35.

 

9 May

Results from the individual Cateran 23 race: Brian Bonnyman - 1st overall and 1st Male vet: 3:00:24; Craig Stewart: 3:55:55; Ron Milne: 4:15:05; Scott MacPherson: 4:32:04 and Mark Melnyk: 4:50:53

both relay teams got prizes: Forfar Mixed Up (Ewan Greenhill, Ryan Nicoll, Keith Headridge, Brian Niblock, Sandra Pattie and Beverly Smeaton) - 3rd place mixed team - overall time of 3:55:16 and 5 ingin bridies wi' a smokie too (Liz Nicoll, Cath McInally, Donna Pass, Angela Phillip, Tracy Morgan and Gillian Sangster) - 2nd female vet team in time of: 3:58:34

 

5 May

Brian Niblock and Paul Morgan were 3rd placed team at the Royal Deeside Duathlon on Sunday 1st May.

Paul completed the 1st 36-mile cycle in 1h 47mins, then Brian completed the 10-mile off-road run in 68mins 24secs and Paul completed the 2nd 13-mile cycle in 37mins 35secs.

It was a testing course with a strong headwind all the way from Braemar to Aberdeen. Well done to you both.

 

2 May

This weekend it was the turn of the Ultra runners at the Highland Fling - a 53mile race. Forfar was well represented and the results were Craig Stewart 10hr 18mins; Ron Milne: 13hrs 36 and newest FRR member Antonia Johnson 11hrs 10; unfortunately Scott MacPherson was unable to finish due to injury.

Also on a hot Sunday at Monikie Country Park - Elizabeth Montgomery-Fox was the only FRR representative at the Angus Half Marathon and completed in a time of 1:56:58.

 

22 April

Congratulations to all the London Marathon runners, it was a very hot day. Times for Forfar runners were Cath McInally, 3:40; Donna Pass, 3:55; Keith Headridge 3:56 and Bev Smeaton 4:59 (PB).

 

 

12 April

The club was represented at 2 events over the weekend.

Firstly at the Clachnaben Hill Race on Saturday 9th. Finishers were Brian Bonnyman (3rd overall) 1:30:42 and Craig Stewart 1:50:26 - congratulations to you both.

Then on Sunday 10th at the Heaven & Hell 1/2 Marathon. Forfar finishers were Scott Macpherson 1:51:31; Mark Melnyk 1:59:39; Eileen Jackson 2:16:21; Sandra Pattie 2:16:23 and Sam Connelly 2:26:48. Again well done to you all running in that heat!

There are some photos on the web from the Heaven & Hell event.

 

23 March

The off road crew took to the trails at the weekend at two events at opposite ends of the country.

The mighty Deerstalker – a 10k with a difference from Traquair House, near Peebles is run in the dark, over mud, flood and is a world away from the normal event most are used to.

The Forfar Group – of Brian Niblock, Cath McInally, Donna Pass and Davie Douglas, splashed their way round the course in three hours 12 minutes.

Elsewhere, the Deeside 33, an ultra from Duthie Park, Aberdeen, along the disused Deeside railway to Banchory and back. The gradual climb out of Aberdeen to Peterculter and a more level slog over various road surfaces to the turn at Banchory Station.

Craig Stewart was well up the field in an unofficial time of four hours 15mins, Scott McPherson 5:17 and Ron Milne 5:30 completed the first ultra of the season.

 

9 March

Sunday 6th March saw nearly 300 women take part in Arbroath Footers Smokies 10mile race.

Tracy Morgan finished 2nd overall in a fantastic time 67.08.

Other club finishers were Cath McInally 74.20; Donna Pass 75.10; Elizabeth Montgomery-Fox 83.18; Sandra Pattie 84.05 (PB); Beverly Smeaton 94.20 (PB).

Cath, Tracy and Donna were also the second team to finish.

 

2 March

Sunday 27th February was the Cupar 5 race, Forfar Road Runners only had one person running and Sam Connelly finished in 51:48.

 

9 February 2011

Bonnyman takes local multi-terrain title
The annual multi-terrain half marathon was held last Sunday starting at Strathmore Cricket Club.

The route takes a circuit of the Loch before heading out of town via Heatherstacks, Lunanhead and Restenneth Priory before the long climb back over Balmashanner monument, Halkerton Farm and the descent to Orchardbank and finished at the cricket club.

 

The race winner was Oleg Chepelin (78:45) and 2nd was Robert Brookes (79:24).

Brian Bonnyman (85:55)was placed sixth over all and took the 1st local title with clubmates Craig Stewart 11th overall (91:12) and Keith Headridge (95:02).

The ladies title went to Amanda Henderson (93:47). Local donna Pass was placed 54th overall to win the local title (106:42).

Other local finishers were George Balfour (108:37) and Scott McPherson (112:35).

 

26 January

Just a quick reminder - the Club AGM and presentations will take place this Sunday at 7.30pm in the Osnaburg Lounge, all former and current club members are very welcome to attend.

 

20 January 2011

Please note that the venue has changed for the Multi Terrain on 6th February - it is now starting at the Cricket Club in Forfar.

Entry forms are now available for a number of races in the coming months - check the club calendar for details

The AGM and club presentations take place on Sunday 30th January at 7.30 in the Oz.

 

12 January 2011

With the arctic conditions showing no signs of letting up, members are making the most of limited training opportunities with the best and safest runs 'off-road'.

The Nigel Barge Memorial 10k has been rescheduled as has the East district x-country championships, which have been moved to Livingston this Saturday as part of the league x-country fixture.

The Devil's Burden Hill relay o Falkland is on January 22, with the Haddo House x-country meeting on January 23.

The club host's the multi terrain half marathon on February 6, with the Carnethy Hill race on February 12, Cupar five-mile road race on February 26 and the third x-country series event in Aberdeen on February 27.

In March the Smokies Ladies ten mile race is in Arbroath on March 6, with the Gartmorn six mile roads race in Alloa on March 13, as is the Inverness half marathon.

 

 

18 November 2010

Forfar Road Runners hosted the Glen Clova half marathon at the weekend, with over 300 making the annual trek round the scenic glen.

 

First to cross the line was Niku Millott of Metro Aberdeen in a time of 75:00 with Ruaridh Campbell of Arbroath Footers finishing runner-up in 77:43.

Forfar's Brian Bonnyman finished third in 79:16 and took the local prize with Craig Stewart (84:13 PB), Ion Cromar (89:14) and Keith Headridge (91:50) making it a Forfar Road Runners clean sweep in the men's local category.

Morgan Windram-Geddes of fife AC was placed 10th overall in 84:06 to take the ladies title well ahead of Carnegie Harrier Fabienne Thompson (90:42) and team-mate Kirstie Sharratt (92:23).

Donna Pass (1:45:30) took the local prize ahead of Morna Saddler (1:52:41) and Jayne Ferguson (1:53:13).

 

Fife AC won both the men's and ladies team prizes with the Forfar men placed third.

Other local finishers include: Rory Fairbairn (95:11); Gordon Ferguson (1:41:18); Jamie Cowie (1:42:30); Mark Guild (1:44:58); David Smith (1:47:38); Sandra Pattie (1:59:57 PB); Lyndsy Mearns (2:02:30); Beverly Smeaton (2:05:48 PB); Scott McPherson (1:43:11) and Naiomi Watson (2:10:12).

 

 

7 November 2010

Results from Templeton 10 today:

• 6th overall = Brian Bonnyman 01:00:27
• 11th overall & 2nd male vet = Craig Stewart = 01:04:13
• 28th overall & 2nd senior lady = Tracy Morgan = 01:09:12
• Brian Niblock = 01:11:05
• Ron Milne = 01:15:27
• Elizabeth Montgomery -Fox = 01:29:33
• Beverly Smeaton = 01:38:29
• Sam Connelly = 01:44:25

Brian B, Craig and Brian N were also the winning male team.

Elsewhere Cath NcInally was placed third female veteran in the Eddies Half Marathon in Fort William with a time of 95minutes.

 

 

31 October 2010

result: 10 October 6mile handicap race, Tracy Morgan 39:22, Ron Milne 42:00 and Bev Smeaton 54:50.

Congratulations to the three teams who took part in the Hartleys Relay at Perth on 31 October. The Mens 'A' team finished 4th overall and the Ladies 'A' team finished 3rd.

The club has a place in the London Marathon available to club members, the usual rules apply to this place. Preference goes to anyone who has entered London for the first time and been rejected, if more than one person wishes the club place it will be put to a ballot. If this is not taken up then it goes to anyone else in the club who has been rejected for London this year and then if no one has taken the place it is open to any club member. If you meet any of the criteria above and wish to run the London Marathon 2011 can you get in touch with Ron Milne.

Plans are in place for Clova but if anyone is still available to help out on the day can you get in touch with one of the committee.

Reminder - the next instalment of the Christmas night out money is now due - can you get the money to Liz asap.

 

 

Good luck to all those taking part in the Hartley Cup Relay on Sunday 31st October.

 

 

6 October 2010

Over 4,000 runners made their way round a very wet Loch Ness Marathon. Local finishers included Ron Milne in 3:50:28 and Chris Gall in 3:59:00, in his debut marathon. In conjunction with the main race, a 10k was also staged and local lady Bev Smeaton finished in 55:59.

 

This Sunday sees the final of the six-mile handicap series starting at 11am from Suttieside.

 

 

30 September 2010

At the Pitlochry 10k, Donna Pass was placed third lady veteran in a time of 44:50 while in the East Neuk 10k Tracy Morgan was placed second in the ladies race in 39:45, followed by Brian Niblock in 42:59, Davie Webster and Elizabeth Montgomery-Fox in 52:25.

The previous weekend saw two Forfar runners record personal bests in the Warsaw Marathon. Brian Bonnyman finished 34th in 2:49:42 while Stephen Connor managed a time of 3:14:40 to finish in 201st place.

 

 

8 September 2010

Forfar Road Runners had another action-packed weekend.

At the final of the Riverside Race for Sweets race series Donna Pass ran 5km in 21:48 to take the ladies 4th place spot.

On Saturday 2 Forfar runners were among the field that tackled Britain's highest mountain as part of the 10.5mile, 4400ft Ben Nevis hill race. Both Craig Stewart and Ron Milne beat their times from last year's race to finish 2:30:29 and 2:36:48 respectively.

 

A large field turned out for the Glasgow half marathon on Sunday. Forfar's Brian Bonnyman places 61st in a time of 79:38 ahead of Ewan Greenhill 97:28, Ion Cromar (97:30); Liz Nicoll (120:22), Davie Webster, Dawn McFarlane and Beverly Smeaton (129:57). In the 10k Brian Niblock completed the course in 44:08 which his daughter Sarah recording 62:30.

 

Last Wednesday saw the penultimate six mile handicap race. Craig Stewart took the top spot in a time of 37:55 while Donna Pass was first lady in 43:43. Other finishers included Pauline Fairbairn (51:00), Pam Horn and Beverly Smeaton (53:59). A shorter 5km single lap saw Stewart Irving finish in a time of 20:53 followed by Cath McInally (20:57), James Beattie (21:13), Brian Niblock (22:04), Mark Melynk (24:37), David Douglas (24:42) and Sarah Niblock (29:23).

 

 

2 September 2010

At the Cowal Highland gathering last Thursday, David Douglas finished the 5km road race in a time of 24;24, while on Sunday several members braved the windy conditions in Perth to take part in the 10K.

Ron Milne was the first local to cross the finishing line in a time of 43:43. He was followed by Cath McInally (44:50), Liz Nicoll (51:05) and Beverly Smeaton (55:52).

 

 

25 August 2010

On Sunday the Edzell 'Beat the Clock' four mile race as part of the Gala week resulted in a win for Howell Craske (23:17) with Ron Milne second place (27:38). Forfar ladies took the top two spots with Angela Phillip finishing in 28:49 and Donna Pass in 28:50. Over-70 veteran Sam Connelly completed the run in 39:47.

Sunday 15 August saw the Forfar 10K race. Local finishers were as follow: Grant Reynolds 28:02; Ion Cromar 40:26; Lindsay Hoggan 41:52; John Gerrard 44:52; Mike Dinsdale 44:59; Ryan Nicoll 45:25 ; Paul Morgan 45:58; Richard Linn 48:14; Pamela Gillian (first local lady) 48:19; Hugh McKenzie 49:32; Rory Collins 49:41; Yvonne Collins50:13; Eileen Jackson 53:28; Stewart Laidlaw 53:33; John Mountford 54:10; Liam and Paula Wilkie 55:22; John Crawford 55:24; Sandra Pattie 55:41; Katherine Ersoy 55:58; Ersin Ersoy 56:07; Ian Cochrane 56:15; Roy Hebenton 57:31; Beverly Smeaton 59:35; Alan Shepherd 60:28; Elsie Birks 61:119; Frank Murphy 62:05; David and Daniel Cashley 64:56 and Joanne Donaldson 68:10. Full details are available on the 10K web page.

 

 

19/8/10 update

Congratulations to Brian Bonnyman who was 4th in last night's Ceres 8 Mile Road Race (hosted by Fife AC) his time was 46:45. Also very well done to Sam Connelly who finished in 86:26 and was 1st MV70+.  Full results are available from the Fife AC web site.

 

19 August 2010

Forfar Road Runner’s 10K race took place last Sunday. The route saw the runners run from Market Muir around the streets at the north end of the town before heading out the Montrose Road and returning via Bowman's Crossing, Carseburn and Benzil.

Event history was made as Costorphine Athletics Club took the top three spots, with Grant Wilkie beating Bryan Clark (34:55) and Christopher O'Brien (35:19) in a time of 34:28. Edel Mooney of Lothian Running Club took the top ladies spot in a time of 38:35, ahead of Jill Knowles of the Scottish Prison Service who finished in 39:47 and Chloe Cox of Lothian Running Club (40:08). Costorphine took the men's team event title which the ladies title went to Lothian Running Club.

In the local category, regular men's winner Grant Reynolds again took the top spot in 38:02, ahead of Ion Cromar (40:26) and Lindsay Hogan (41:52). The local ladies winner was Pamela Gillian who ran a time of 48:19, while second and third place went to Yvonne Collins of Letham (50:15) and Eileen Jackson of Forfar (53:28).

The previous Tuesday (10th) the club staged its Duathlon event, a four mile run followed by a 12 mile cycle out Montrose road and Old Brechin. Local triathlete Rory Fairbairn emerged victorious in a time of 64:07, followed by Ron Milne (65:29) and Stewart Irving (66:04). Pam Horn (80:44) was the first lady ahead of guest Ute Goldmann (86:12).

Previously club members had taken part in the Devil o’ The Highlands ultra trail race over the 43 miles from Tyndrum to Fort William over the West Highland Way. This run saw a great victory from Craig Stewart of Royton (5:30:58) and a good result from clubmate Scott McPherson in his first ultra event (9:51:36).

Two club runners also took part in the Balmullo Trail Race with Ron Milne finishing in a time of 38:29 and Liz Nicoll in (46:20).

 

 

 

12 August 2010

Reminder - spaces are still available for the 10K race on Sunday - registration from 9am.

The Results of the Duathlon are now available to view on the web.  Also see the results as printed by The Courier today.

The Courier - 12/08/10

 

 

11 August 2010

Last Wednesday allowed for some outstanding performances in the latest 6-mile handicap. Brian Bonnyman recorded a time of 34:23 to win. He finished ahead of Ian Cromar (39:02) and Lindsay Hoggan (40:02). Other finishers included Ron Milne (41:27), Donna Pass(43:28) and Billy Douglas (51:05). John Crawford and Beverly Smeaton both recorded personal bests of 52:05 and 55:43 respectively.

On Friday Beverly ran a time of 20:31 in the 4km "Race for Sweets" at Dundee's Riverside. The race was won by Craig Love of Dundee's Hawkhill Harriers in a time of 13:07 with club-mate Laura Beveridge taking the top ladies spot in 14:42.

At the weekend Ron Milne returned a time of 57:59 in the 12km hill race at the Aboyne Highland Games.

This Sunday (15th) the club will host the Forfar 10K with will begin at Market Muir at 11am. All runners are welcome and entries will be accepted on the day from 9am onwards at the Farmington Clubrooms.

 

  

4 August 2010

The Dyce half marathon is an out and back race starting at Pitmedden playing fields, heading north on the disused railway line to Ellon, rounding a cone at halfway and returning via the dame route. Aberdeen Metro dominated proceedings, taking the first two men's places (Niccu Millett in 77:18 and John Mathieson in 77:34), with Inverness Harrier Melissa Whyte taking the ladies prize in 80:13. Metro also won the men's and ladies team prizes.

Forfar's Liz Nicoll took first place in the female over-45 category in 118:41, with Ron Milne place 40th overall in 95:23.

Tonight (Wednesday 4th August) the club stages another six-mile handicap series from Suttieside at 7.00pm. Local runners are welcome to join in.

The following Tuesday (10th August) the club will host a duathlon from the Lunanhead sub-station at 7.00pm. This event comprises a four-mile run and a 12-mile cycle.

On Sunday 15th August the Forfar 10K is staged from the Market Muir. Entries will be accepted on the day from 9.00am onwards at the Farmington clubrooms.

 

 

 

29 July 2010

Forfar Road Runners concluded another hectic weekend, with members chasing club championship points at the Ballater 10.

This undulating race weaves out of town towards the intimidating mound of Mount Keen, turning and twisting though Royal Deeside, before crossing the River Dee and heading home through the Pass of Ballater to the King George Park VI finish.

Race winner was Ross Fulton of Aberdeen AAC, the only runner in the 157-strong field to breach the hour mark by 37 seconds.  The ladies winner, Melissa White of Inverness Harriers, was placed third overall.  Perth Road Runners dominated the prize-list, taking the men's and ladies team prizes.  Local runners Ron Milne and Liz Nicoll finished 73:53 and 91:34 respectively.

Last Friday saw the local club host its annual hill race, a 4.5mile circuit of Balmashanner and the quarries, starting in Reid Park Road and finishing at the Osnaburg Bar.  The event, sponsored by McLaren's the baker, with Mike Harris of Fife AC successfully defending his title in 29:13, head of Forfar Road Runners Brian Bonnyman (30:11) and Anster Haddie Johnny Know (31:54).

Other finishers included Bill Smith (32:36), Alex Morrison (36:00), Ron Milne (36:31), Rory Fairbairn (36:48), Cameron Little (38:28), Ron Fraser (41:52), Craig Stewart (45:22), Beren Hollins(45:30), Bob Thornton (47:28), Stewart Laidlaw (47:30), Davie Webster and Roy Hebenton (52:19). (see results page for full detail)

Earlier in the month Brian Bonnyman was victorious at the Kenmore Highland Games hill race after a succession of runners-up sports at previous events.

On Wednesday (tonight) the training is at the track at Forfar Academy, with members meeting at Forfar Lochside Leisure Centre at 6.30pm.

Looking ahead, this weekend sees the club represented at the Dyce Half Marathon, with the Devil o' the Highlands on August 7, the Glenshee 9 Hill Race on August 8, the Ballater Hill Race and Balmullo Trail Race on August 15 and the Ceres 8-Mile Road Race on August 17. (see race calendar for other events)

 

 

22 July 2010

Members of Forfar Road Runners face a hectic spell over the next few weeks – as they participate in competitive events and club-organised races.

This Friday the club hosts its annual hill race over Balmashanner.

The four-mile race starts at 7.30pm from Reid Park Road and takes in various loops over Balmashanner before dropping down to the finish at the Osnaburg Bar.

Registration is at the Osnaburg Bar from 6.30pm.

On Sunday, August 15, the club stages the Forfar 10K from the Market Muir.

With entries coming in steadily from across Scotland local runners are encouraged to register soon to avoid disappointment - with the 250-runner limit creeping ever closer.

This weekend the club will be represented at the Ballater 10, while the Dyce Half Marathon is on August 1.