Ron Skilton Half M 2012

A new event which happened to clash with the 1st leg of the Gwent league in Bridgend. A 45min drive from home I was looking forward to this event a half marathon Trail race which was hosted by the town of Llanwrtyd wells. Not a huge amount of runners turned up which was dissapointing but enough for competition. Started off at the front where 4 of us quickly set a tempo and time over the chasing pack. Route started climbing within the first mile, with twisting single track, forest roads and stunning views over the hills. 20min of climbing we then stuck to the forest roads on the way down, losing 1 it was now a 3 horse race with us all keeping a high pace. With the route returning to the village after 7 miles and 5.5 to go a break was made and a gap was put between us which stayed until the finish. Road shoes not the best solution to the boggy climbs on lap 2 with the terrain involving more grassy sections, steep decents, couple of river crossings and some relentless long climbs. The last 3 miles involved a fast decent on a rocky dirt road to the tarmac before a sprint back to the village.  A very enjoyable run, a nice distance, great climbs, superb scenery and nice sandwich selection to top it off.

2nd

1h 35min.


21st October 2012