Old County Tops - a tough 37 mile day on the fells, with navigation at a premium in freezing conditions. Paul Myers and Nick Wild braved the elements to notch up another successful completion of the race.
Bob Graham Round - an even tougher 42 Lakeland tops, 70 odd miles, and 30,000 ft of climbing. John Telfer, ably supported by his family and NFR, made it round in 25.5 hours. Although he couldn't manage to dip under the magical 24 hours, this was still a magnificent achievement in absolutely appalling weather. JT had shown his commitment by giving up beer for the past 3 weeks (greater love hath no man). However readers will be relieved to hear that JT has now had his tea...
YC would have liked to have been present at both events, but his dodgy calf is still giving him gyp. So fellrunning has been replaced by swimming and cycling. But there is a bright side. YC can still drink beer (hurrah) and is off to follow the Lions on their tour of Australia. This means: 6 weeks off work, unstinting research into the quality of Australian ale, and lots of entertaining rugby. Readers will, of course, be able to read all about it on Birtley News. Double hurrah.
