WHL 3 - Colden

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The Colden WHL round 3 race will NOT take place this Saturday (14th). There was some confusion over it going ahead, hence the announcement in this weeks Courier.
Due to the plantations around the Island having suffered great damage we need to impress on everyone DEFA’s advice to stay away from many areas whilst clearing operations and making safe take place. That includes MFR events.

Whilst a final decision as to the possibility of running a third WHL event has not yet been made, we can confirm that the Colden race has been cancelled.

[Steve Taggart, RO]

Entries open for New Years day - St Johns Fell Race

Entries are now open for the St Johns Fell Race on New Years Day. Once again the race is kindly sponsored by David Cretney. Proceeds from the race will go to a local charity to be announced soon.

Enter online at https://www.sientries.co.uk/event.php?event_id=14347

This is the first counter in the Callin Wild sponsored Manx Fell Running League for 2025. It is also a counter for the Junior and short course leagues.

Fancy dress is optional, but should be safe and speedy!

COLDEN - UPDATE ON THE UPDATE

With the likelihood of the wind only reducing to near gale by Sunday morning, and the likely risk of debris remaining on the roads causing problems for those trying to make it to Ard Whallan I have decided to postpone running the race on Sunday also. This is taking into consideration the wellbeing and safety of not just our runners but the large team of marshals, timekeepers and helpers who have kindly offered their support.
Whether we completely cancel WHL3 or come up with an alternative date we will advise shortly, following further discussion.
Just wanted to say big thank you to everyone who has tried to amend their plans to be able to run or help.

Finally, don’t worry about the pasty kindly provided by our sponsor Aston International, we have the order on hold.

(Steve Taggart, Race Organiser)

Aston International Winter Hill League 3 - Colden

This coming Saturday sees the final round of the winter hill series around Colden plantation followed a short while later by the prize presentation and presentation of hoodies and awards for those who have completed the MFR Junior League and U23 category senior league winners.

If you have entered either or both of the first two WHL events you will automatically be entered for this event , otherwise please enter using the link:

https://manxfellrunners.org/whl-1-2024-pre-entry?fbclid=IwY2xjawG7HshleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHaZjst_xUtyLLOQ9S3izliRJB-NDnOpoVXTQPknb8DmoytazETvqbQclUA_aem_Vzt0ozMDeo9SmMlUPg4xNA

NB. Entries close on THURSDAY evening.


For those who have not paid for all three races in advance please use the link below to pay for your entry:

https://manxfellrunners.sumupstore.com/product/whl-single-race-entry-senior

Registration is from 12.15 to 13.15 at the Ard Whallan Outdoor Pursuit Centre, West Baldwin with the race due to start at 13.30. The presentations along with refreshments will take place here, post race.

The course is fully flagged and safety gear is not compulsory. However, please consider bringing a jacket, hat and gloves in case of adverse weather and wear footwear with plenty of grip.

Two VERY IMPORTANT points to note please.

VEHICLE PARKING- There is limited parking at the centre but which rapidly fills up. Please car share if possible.There is space to park on the road near the reservoir but please park safely and legally with consideration for other road users. Parking is also available at the Colden car park….if you fancy a warm up jog?

MUDDY SHOES AND SOCKS- We are grateful to have the use of the centre for the post race presentations and refreshments on condition that we keep the venue as clean as we can. Please do not enter the premises with muddy shoes or socks…before or after the race…especially after…..not surprisingly! Think about bringing spare shoes?

MFR Callin Wild league Hoodies 2024

If you are a league qualifier we will need your size so that we can order your hoodie. Hoodies and league prizes will be presented at the MFR AGM on Saturday 30th November 7pm at Douglas Bay Yacht Club

Please order your hoodie size and style by Monday 21st October using the form at this link

If you are not on the qualifiers list and think you should be, please let Jan know asap.

The form also has an option to let us know if you would prefer not to receive a hoodie.