Waldo Posted October 29, 2013 Share Posted October 29, 2013 There is talk of getting one of those wheels out and re-measuring Graves. So, if it comes in long, as most expect it to, what then? There are only 2 choices. What do you think is for the best? If it turns out to be 200m too long, my vote would be let's not change it. I like it to be the same length, so I can compare how fast I run the course now, with how fast I ran it in the past. I also like the 'extra bit' as it gives plenty of opportunity for sprint finishes and over-taking to gain a place or two in the finishing straight! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Ryan* Posted October 29, 2013 Share Posted October 29, 2013 To join one of the park runs is it just a case of turning up? or do you have to register/pay? Cheers guys Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waldo Posted October 29, 2013 Share Posted October 29, 2013 Some people just turn up and run. It's worth registering though, as all your runs and times are recorded online, so you get to see how you progress. http://www.parkrun.org.uk/register/ Once registered, you'll need to print out a barcode (it's your unique parkrun ID number). Or, you can get one printed on durable plastic, and delivered, for a small fee... http://www.parkrun-barcode.org.uk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Ryan* Posted October 29, 2013 Share Posted October 29, 2013 Great, cheers waldo, with darker nights now here, this is the only ideal time to run 4me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whoosh77 Posted October 29, 2013 Share Posted October 29, 2013 There is talk of getting one of those wheels out and re-measuring Graves. So, if it comes in long, as most expect it to, what then? There are only 2 choices. What do you think is for the best? Have to admit, my Garmin, the Endomondo app on my phone (when I used it) and a route measuring tool I used all came out at around 5.17k so I've always thought it could be a little bit long. My GPS starting place though sometimes comes out near the traffic lights at the top of Warminster so who knows! However, even if a re-measure shows that it is long, I agree with Waldo, it should stay as it is. There is a need to compare with previous times. Just for information, I notice that the route shown on Graves parkrun course page both starts and finishes at the corner of the car park. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flanker7 Posted October 29, 2013 Author Share Posted October 29, 2013 ................ Just for information, I notice that the route shown on Graves parkrun course page both starts and finishes at the corner of the car park. I had never noticed that before. The actual starting point is further away from the café and the actual finish is near'er to the café. Whether one cancels the other out is debatable and I don't think the internet map is meant to be bang on 5k accurate. The RD's have always been keen to direct the timer person to the change in tarmac by the small bush as the place to register a time. btw - I have a mate who, without fail, always moans that the timer robbed him of 2/3 seconds by pressing late. . . . . . if he does it late every time, wots the problem? Graves is not going to be anyone's 'all time' 'all parkrun's' pb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whoosh77 Posted October 29, 2013 Share Posted October 29, 2013 (edited) Graves is not going to be anyone's 'all time' 'all parkrun's' pb Exactly! That's not why we do Graves...erm why DO we do Graves :-) In all honesty, and having thought about it a bit more, I like it just the way it is. Is there even a need to re-measure? Edited October 29, 2013 by Whoosh77 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
opeldexter Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 Hi, I recently moved to sheffield and I have registered online and have prited my bar code but in the last few weeks i have been busy on saturday mornings. I hope to join the run soon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flanker7 Posted November 1, 2013 Author Share Posted November 1, 2013 Ok Opeldexter. Welcome to the club. Whats your torture? You have 5 to choose from:- Concord = S5, Ave 40 runners, 2 laps of wide open spaces Graves = S8, ave 100 runners, 2 laps of hills and highland cows. Hillsborough = S6, ave 100 runners, 3 laps of a City park. Sheff Castle = S2, ave 40 runners, 3 laps of hills and views. Sheff Hallam = S11, ave 400+ runners, 2 laps of Victorian City park. Good Luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jemson Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 I`m tempted to try Castle tomorrow . . . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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