lost in london
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Can anyone recommend a pub for a post run pint somewhere near the finish that opens at 11?
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You could do a lot worse than Wetherspoons West Street at that time of day. Could do a lot better too! But not sure if many others will be open at that time excluding the Bat & Ball which would be interesting!
Ninja Elephant
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- Feb 16, 2009
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I'm all prepared for the big day, I'm hoping for 1:30 tomorrow, whether that's enough to take the NSC Gold again or not, that would be a real boost to my confidence. I'm not feeling it right now, I've felt heavy legged all week and short on pace and stamina, we'll see what tomorrow brings.
deletebeepbeepbeep
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- May 12, 2009
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Good luck HM runners. Not looking forward to the 20 miler tomorrow running into a freezing headwind.
lost in london
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Thought it might be a West St option, that’ll do the job though, thanks
BrianWade4
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I did 1.34 last year so let’s bring it
I will be in the blue Albion training top
Good luck to all Halves from me too.
Ditto with 20 miler. FIred up but you'll get home a good hour before I do. You must be a contender for the NSC sub 3 marathon attempt.
Curious Orange
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Good luck to everyone venturing out on this cold and frosty morning. Run faster, get warmer! 
Ninja Elephant
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- Feb 16, 2009
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I didn't see anyone at the end, or start, and had to make a bit of a breakaway. I woke up at 8:35, got down there for 9:05 so started with the 2 hour people. My splits are up on Strava, I ran a solid enough race and steady splits other than the first mile of 7:29 and ran a time of something like 1:31:21.
I get the impression it won't be enough for the Gold, but I'm hoping for a podium spot!
I get the impression it won't be enough for the Gold, but I'm hoping for a podium spot!
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Bit late but good luck to the HMers.
1:28:36 chip time for me. A little underwhelmed by the time, but tough conditions with the final 5k a test of will.
https://connect.garmin.com/modern/activity/2520269846
https://connect.garmin.com/modern/activity/2520269846
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BrianWade4
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Wow
Very impressive. Well done
I was 1.36 and the wind in the last 5k did make a difference, I agree
I also blame the Albion. A record equalling top flight victory forced me to drink 8 pints yesterday. I felt every one around the 9 mile mark!
Champione, Champione.
BrianWade4
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Well done. Very good
I thought the wind by Hove lawns made a difference. You?
I think you are second, as there is a 1.28 post
But to be fair to you, I also arrived late and started at 9.05 and weaving around the walkers (!!!) and 2-hour crew does lose time/use energy
BrianWade4
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BrianWade4
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Toenail count? I am one down..!
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Well done. That’s an excellent time.
Mr Banana
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What a bunch of winners you are. I paced 98. Got a cheer from Taxman and blanked by Lush! Quality day.
Ninja Elephant
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- Feb 16, 2009
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Well done [MENTION=18183]big nuts[/MENTION] - I wouldn't have been able to keep pace with those splits, so we're 1-1 for Half Marathons. 
It was difficult with the wind at times, and there were a lot of pinch points which you'd expect in the thick of the 2 hour folk. The run from the Marina to the Steine was quite tight where I was, which is entirely my fault for being late, but made it tough to maintain a steady pace. I also took an elbow in the ribs at the St Peters Church turn, his technique was laughable and he was clearly totally ****ed at that point, running just over 7 minutes per mile at that stage - it was a total accident, he was frustrated with himself for his poor pacing and was flexing his arm and I just happened to be there!
It was difficult with the wind at times, and there were a lot of pinch points which you'd expect in the thick of the 2 hour folk. The run from the Marina to the Steine was quite tight where I was, which is entirely my fault for being late, but made it tough to maintain a steady pace. I also took an elbow in the ribs at the St Peters Church turn, his technique was laughable and he was clearly totally ****ed at that point, running just over 7 minutes per mile at that stage - it was a total accident, he was frustrated with himself for his poor pacing and was flexing his arm and I just happened to be there!