Waldo Posted April 5, 2015 Share Posted April 5, 2015 Just done my second reccy run of the new route this morning (just from and back to, Hunters Bar roundabout)... Expect a prolonged climb from Hunters Bar roundabout to (what I believe is) the Norfolk Arms pub, by the junction of Sheephill road. About 3.25 miles of steady climb, which I found a little harder than I anticipated, this new course is going to be significantly slower than last years! I plan on taking the hill section slowly, so I'm in good shape for Sheephill road to the finish, that's my plan at least!! Good luck to everyone doing it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jemson Posted April 6, 2015 Share Posted April 6, 2015 Good work. It really cannot be anywhere like the climb at the start of Buxton which is only 2.8 miles but steep. And then there`s a lot of climbs later. And Eyam! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waldo Posted April 6, 2015 Author Share Posted April 6, 2015 (edited) Yeah, I'd say overall, it's probably quite a bit easier than both Eyam and Buxton. Comparing the 3.25 miles of climb from Hunters Bar roundabout to the 2.8 mile climb at the start of Buxton... I honestly don't think there's much in it. I feel like there are steep bits to both climbs, but maybe Buxton is a wee bit steeper in places, but then the Sheffield climb seems a bit longer. I may have to open up Garmin Connect to compare the actual ascents, I think it looked like 250m at Sheffield... EDIT: Data from Garmin Connect (no idea how accurate my Garmin is at measuring altitude)... My first Sheffield HM test run - a 3.3 mile climb from hunters bar roundabout: 111m to 359m = 248m ascent My second Sheffield HM test run - a 3.43 mile climb from hunters bar roundabout: 111m to 342m = 231m ascent Buxton HM 2014 - a 2.86 mile climb from the start: 309m to 482m = 172m ascent So, could be more ascent than (first climb at) Buxton! *gulp* Be interested to see if anyone else measures the ascent, please post data! Edited April 6, 2015 by Waldo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jemson Posted April 6, 2015 Share Posted April 6, 2015 Yeah, I'd say overall, it's probably quite a bit easier than both I honestly don't think there's much in it. I feel like there are steep bits to both climbs, but maybe Buxton is a wee bit steeper in places, but then the Sheffield climb seems a bit longer. I may have to open up Garmin Connect to compare the actual ascents, I think it looked like 250m at Sheffield... My first Sheffield HM test run - a 3.3 mile climb from hunters bar roundabout: 111m to 359m = 248m So, could be more ascent than (first climb at) Buxton! *gulp* Be interested to see if anyone else measures the ascent, please post data! Blimey. Didn't think it would or could even be comparable. That said, the later climbs at Buxton are what do it! I ve not entered SHM yet; I usually get a late entry, off someone who us injured/lame/lazy, but not seen any yet.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fudbeer Posted April 6, 2015 Share Posted April 6, 2015 Really looking forward to it. Think some who don't know the route may be in for a shock particularly if they think its like the old route. There is some data half way down the link page on elevation. http://www.runforall.com/half-marathon/yorkshire/route/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikes-joiner Posted April 12, 2015 Share Posted April 12, 2015 Shame it dosnt go up Ringinglow rd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jemson Posted April 12, 2015 Share Posted April 12, 2015 Great support today. That was the best bit of the day for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I1L2T3 Posted April 12, 2015 Share Posted April 12, 2015 Awesome event. Electric atmosphere all the way round. The most jelly babies ever Thanks to the organisers for getting this event back on track for Sheffield. Exactly what was needed Still buzzing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fudbeer Posted April 12, 2015 Share Posted April 12, 2015 Amazing atmosphere as always thanks to all the wonderful people of Sheffield who supported. And the organisation could not have been more different from last year so big well done to them and the volunteers. The route was easier than I thought too, the return being nearly all downhill went really quick helped by a nice tail wind. Did 1.51 which was quicker than last year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waldo Posted April 12, 2015 Author Share Posted April 12, 2015 Brilliant event, and extremely well supported. Well done everyone. Just over 1:50 for me, slower than last year, but better than I expected, and quicker than my practice runs. Not sure what it is, but feels like in a race, other runners and the crowds, somehow pull you round the course. Have to say though, collecting baggage after the race was a fiasco (massive queue which wasn't moving, had to give up after 30 mins stood still and getting cold). Hope they have a better system next year... Also, I don't seem to be in the results. Just searched my name, and I'm there, but no times! Results here http://yorkshirehalf.marathonapp.net/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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