Carnegie Harriers Running Club, Dunfermline

Weekend racing with Carnegie Harriers Running Club

Neil — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 11:14:35 +0000

Friday 20th August - Beveridge Park 5K Road Race, Kirkcaldy

Last Friday evening, Calum McGaw ran a fast 5K in the Beveridge Park, Kirkcaldy where he clocked 17.09 placing 4th and 1st junior.Fergus McGaw also ran well finishing 10th and 2nd junior in 18.44. Morna Fleming was the leading F50 timing at 22.51.

Saturday 21st August – Dublin 10 Mile Road Race

Carnegie’s Simon Plummer represented Scotland on Saturday at the Dublin 10 Mile Road Race which was held in Pheonix Park. Simon who recently won the Forth Bridge 10K placed 4th overall in a field of 6,500 runners reaching the finish in an impressive 52.40.

Saturday 21st August – Edinburgh parkrun 5K

On Saturday morning, Carnegie Harriers were represented by twelve members at the weekly Edinburgh parkrun 5k. New member Colin Somerville made his club and parkrun debut finishing 8th overall in 17.34. Iain Taylor clocked 17.47 (10th and 2nd M40), Campbell Huttwas 11th in 18.04 and Andrew Smith was 13th in 18.11. Conditions were tough at Silverknowes for the 212 runners taking part with a strong wind slowing times significantly.

Saturday 21st August – The Two Inns Hill Race, Creagan to Glencoe (Report from Neil Campbell)

The Two Inns Hill Race is a new race and was run for the first time this year. It is a great race and the money raised goes to the two local mountain rescue teams. It is a straight line race from Creagan to Glen Coe. It is 15 miles long and just over 5000 ft of climbing. Two of the hardcore Hillbillies, Alison “The Vest” West and Neil “The Shorts” Campbell, made the trip to Creagan for the race. Neil finished in just under 4 hours and Alison won the F50 prize.

17th	Neil Campbell		MV40	03:58:45

17th

Neil Campbell

MV40

03:58:45

30th	Alison West		FV50	04:34:07

30th

Alison West

FV50

04:34:07

The race was very well organised with good hospitality and food at the end. More and Photos HERE

John Hargreaves wins the Ceres 8 Mile Road Race

Neil — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 11:09:27 +0000

Tuesday 17th August – Ceres 8 Mile Road Race John Hargreaves wins the Ceres 8 Mile Road Race
After an absence of one year the popular Ceres 8 returned to the road racing calendar on Tuesday evening attracting a field of 150 runners. Carnegie Harriers were represented by twenty seven club members with the event featuring the 12th counter in our Road Running Grand Prix. Carnegie’s John Hargreaves ran a strong race forging ahead of Roger Van Gompel (Dundee Hawkhill Harriers) over the final mile to secure victory in 45.46. Club mate Roger Clark found the hilly course to his liking reaching the finish at Ceres village green in 3rd place timing at 46.43. Fast improving Andrew Smith ran well finishing 7th overall (1st U20) in 48.38 while Campbell Hutt was 11th (49.39) andWilliam Hargreaves finished 12th in 49.42. Isobel Burnett clocked an impressive 57.42 to place 5th lady overall and 1st F50. Annette Bunyan produced a strong run timing at 1.00.15 finishing 6th lady. Morna Fleming was the 3rd Carnegie lady to finish the hilly eight miler clocking a time of 1.03.02 while Yvette Wilson timed at 1.04.02. John Fulham knocked over six minutes from his previous best eight mile time finishing 27th overall in 53.27. Allan Brannigan continued his good form placing 50th in 57.25 while Gordon Rae ran well finishing 66th in 59.28.

More on John Hargreaves wins the Ceres 8 Mile Road Race

Alison West spotted wearing Carnegie vest

Neil — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 20:10:10 +0000

Shock, Horror, Probe the Sun investigates

Amazed onlookers gasped as they saw Allison West wearing a Carnegie Vest on her way to winning the first female veteran 50 category at the Glenshee 9 hill race.

Alison Vest (for our German friends)

Forth Bridge 10K Road Race 2010

Neil — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 06:25:37 +0000

Simon Plummer in top form at the Forth Bridge 10K

Forth Bridge 10k Start

Carnegie Harriers were represented by an amazing 55 club members at Sunday’s Forth Bridge Pitreavie 10K which as always was superbly organised by Pitreavie AAC. Conditions were warm for the field of 322 runners but with virtually no wind it made for fast times over the scenic 6.2 mile course. Carnegie’s Simon Plummer posted a very fast time of 31.16 to secure his 2nd Forth Bridge 10K title having won the race back in 2007. Simon who led from the start at North Queensferry Community Centre passed through 5K in 15.05 and will represent Scotland next Saturday in a ten mile race in Dublin. Andy Symonds who is in the midst of intensive training for the Trans-Alpine Race made a rare appearance on the roads. Andy was rewarded with a superb run placing 3rd overall in 32.31. Tommy Lawrence enjoyed a strong 10K clocking 33.51 finishing 9th overall and 2nd M40. Carnegie won the men’s team award on 13 points with Corstorphine AAC placing 2nd team on 15 points.

Isobel Burnett was the leading Carnegie lady finishing 6th female overall and 1st F50. Isobel clocked a time of 43.46. Kirsty Bairdreached the finish at the Queensferry Hotel in 44.51 (9th lady) and Kate McKinnon made a welcome return to road racing placing 11th lady in 45.35. Carnegie won the ladies team award with 26 points. Many Carnegie runners produced excellent runs including Andrew Smith who finished 16th overall in a PB of 36.38 and Chris Stephenson who was 36th in 40.13. Tom Spry won the M60 award finishing 63rd overall in 42.57 while Darran Neilson posted a time of 43.31 placing 70th. Mark Western covered his 6.2 miles in 44.56 (90th) and Mary Western was 114th in 46.26. Grace MacKenzie recorded a time of 46.57 (121st) while Melanie Sinclair set a PB of 48.08 and Ronnie Hunter-Blair was 141st in 48.23. Ken Daniels was one of the leading M70 runners clocking a time of 50.37, Clive Cable finished in 51.33 and Vivienne Ogg ran her fastest 10K for several years timing at 53.43. Very well done to everyone who took part and to race director Barry Davie and his team for organising such a tremendous event.

Photos from Kieran Morgan Click Here

This weeks races

Neil — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 06:24:16 +0000

Wednesday 4th August – North Berwick Law Hill Race

Iain Taylor and Colin Reynolds were amongst a record field of 254 runners at the 3 mile North Berwick Law Race last Wednesday evening. The race which starts at North Berwick harbour winds through the town before a 600ft climb up North Berwick Law before returning to the finish at the harbour. Iain finished 19th overall in 22.34 and Colin finished in 25.51.

Friday 6th August - Friday Evening Race Series, 1 Mile Road Race

Mile success for Calum McGaw and Eilidh Reid
Carnegie’s Calum McGaw clocked an impressive 5.07 to win the one mile race and final event in the 2010 Friday Evening Race Series. Colin Somerville (Unattached) covered the challenging course in Pittencrieff Park, Dunfermline in 5.17 taking 2nd place with Pitreavie AAC’s Scott McAlpine placing 3rd overall in 5.21. Eilidh Reid (Pitreavie AAC) won the ladies race in an excellent 6.16 with Carnegie’s Claire Howie finishing 2nd lady in 6.37 and Amy McAlpine (Pitreavie AAC) was 3rd lady in 6.46. Barry Davie (Pitreavie AAC) placed 4th in 5.22 and David Adam (Unattached) finished 5th and 1st M40 in 5.24. Thirteen year old Aidan Thompson (Pitreavie AAC) produced a very strong run placing 6th overall in 5.26 while Carnegie’s Ian Johnston finished 7th and 1st M50 in 5.54. Club mateTom Spry was the leading M60 in a time of 6.46.

Saturday 7th August – The Devil O’The Highlands 43 Mile Footrace, Tyndrum to Fort William

Carnegie Harriers ready for the DoH

Carnegie Harriers were represented by four members at the gruelling Devil O’The Highlands 43 Mile Race from Tyndrum to Fort William. The runners braved warm conditions throughout their run which was successfully completed by Gail Murdoch (33rd and 7th lady in 7.56.35), Andy Sim (43rd in 8.13.37), Helena Sim (55th in 8.36.45) and Sue Walker (90th in 10.23.21).

Photos from Fiona Rennie click here

Saturday 7th August – Largo Law Hill Race

Andrew Wright wins the Largo Law Hill Race
Congratulations to Carnegie’s Andrew Wright who was in terrific form on Saturday afternoon winning the Largo Law Hill Race. Andrew covered the 6.5 mile 1000ftcourse in 45.30 which is only 37 seconds outside Andy Symonds course record of 44.53 which was set in 2008.

Saturday 7th August – Edinburgh parkrun 5K

Five Harriers took part in the Edinburgh parkrun 5K on Saturday morning with David Greig placing 38th in 20.07. Jim Robb clocked 20.20 (45th) and Colin Reid was 75th in 22.35. Adam Sinclair made his club and parkrun debut timing at 28.01 (138th) whileMichelle Jackson was 157th in 30.01.

Weekend Racing Parkrun, 10K, Donkey Brae

Neil — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 09:25:04 +0000

Saturday 31st July - Edinburgh parkrun 5K, Cramond Scott Dowell was the leading Carnegie runner at the Edinburgh parkrun 5k placing 18th overall in 20.05. Jim Robb was 27th in 20.52 and Tommy Lawlor was 45th in 22.12. Allan Davie placed 52nd in 22.24, Paul Arnott was 61st in 22.59 and Robbie Swintoncovered the 3.1 mile in 28.11 in 119th position.

Sunday 1st August – Scottish Gas 10K Road Race, Edinburgh Kirsty Baird clocked 46.32 finishing 158th at the Scottish Gas 10K in Edinburgh on Sunday morning. New member Michelle Jacksonrecorded a personal best of 1.03.55 finishing 383rd and James Rowsome was 409th in 1.09.40

Sunday 1st August – Donkey Brae Race, Aberdour The annual seven mile Donkey Brae Race from Aberdour’s Silver Sands saw a good turnout of Carnegie members at the popular event.Tommy Lawrence clocked 39.11, placing an excellent 2nd overall (1st M40) finishing only a few seconds behind the race winner Ray Ward (Hunters Bog Trotters). Roger Clark finished strongly in 3rd position in 40.44 with Mike Harvey occupying 5th (41.56) while Ian Stewart was 6th (42.25) and 1st M50. Kevin Mathie completed the undulating course finishing 7th in 44.00. Carnegie’s Jo Wilsonproduced a top quality run finishing 2nd lady in 48.34 while Claire Howie was an impressive 4th in the ladies race in 50.45. Ronnie Hunter-Blair made his Carnegie debut finishing 138th in 58.33, George Stenhouse was 192nd in 1.07.35 and James Rowsomeclocked 1.32.24 finishing 236th.

Well done Fife AC for staging another superb Tour of Fife

Neil — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 09:21:36 +0000

The 10th edition of the Tour of Fife was a resounding success and well done to Fife AC’s Brian Cruickshank and his team for staging this epic event of races. This year’s tour which was sponsored again by John R.Weir saw 133 runners complete the six stages over seven days. The event which began last Sunday afternoon at Giffordtown saw the ‘tourists’ run 27 miles over varying terrain finishing with the 5.6 mile ‘Twisted’ Chicken Run from Strathmiglo. The competition is intense, the cameraderie is outstanding and everyone is a winner. Twenty members of Carnegie Harriers completed this year’s ‘Tour’ and loads of excellent race photo’s can be found on the Fife AC website and at roadrunpics.com at http://www.roadrunpics.com/

Iain Taylor enjoyed a good set of races and was Carnegie’s leading finisher this year placing 11th overall in 2.55.26. Iain was awarded the 1st M40 prize. Steven King was in great form all week and found the hilly nature of many of the stages to his liking. Steven finished 12th overall in 2.57.02. Ian Johnston finished 2nd M50 (27th overall) in 3.08.36. Alan Cockburn produced a great six days of racing resulting in a ‘top thirty’ finish. Alan clocked an overall time of 3.10.35 placing 29th overall. Ever improving John Fulham finished 31st overall in 3.11.30. Derek Cassells found the hill section to his liking throughout the week with strongs runs at West Lomond and the Up Hell time trial. Derek finished 33rd overall in 3.13.59. Regular Tour of Fife competitor Robert Milton completed the 2010 event in 3.18.15 placing 38th. Allan Brannigan completed his first Tour in style placing 46th overall in 3.22.09.

Gail Murdoch was Carnegie’s leading lady, placing 49th overall and 1st F40 in 3.23.36. Chris Davidson enjoyed his first Tour of Fife and produced some strong rusn throughout the week. Chris placed 53rd overall in 3.25.54. Bill Duff had an outstanding week winning the M60 category and finishing 55th overall. Tim Walker ran well throughout the Tour to place 61st overall in 3.31.16.. Kieran Morganin his first Tour of Fife placed 68th overall in 3.33.36. Helena Sim finished one of the leading F45 runners (72nd overall) in 3.38.59. Pauline Walker completed her 7th Tour of Fife in 3.41.29 placing 78th overall. Campbell Reid clocked 3.43.02 placing 82nd overall. Melanie Sinclair took part in her first Tour of Fife and put in a very strong effort finishing 87th overall in 3.46.33. Morna Flemingplaced 91st overall and 2nd F55 in 3.49.46. Regular Tour of Fife competitor Fiona Rennie placed 110th in 4.08.33. Lesley Halsteadfinished 112th in 4.10.57 and Sue Walker completed the Tour of Fife in 4.29.05 placing 125th. Well done also to Niall Wilson, Yvette Wilson and Isobel Burnett who took part in some of the races throughout the week.

Well done Fife AC and everyone at Carnegie Harriers are looking forward to the 2011 Tour already!

The Spirit of the Marathon

Neil — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 15:40:57 +0000

This is a great trailer about the spirit of the marathon.

HOG ROAST @ BALCORRACH FARM,

Neil — Mon, 05 Jul 2010 09:40:22 +0000

HOG ROAST @ BALCORRACH FARM,

Tomintoul, AB37 9AQ/Grid ref: NJ156266

On Sat. 17^th July after the Tom na Bat Hill Race

Having travelled to Tomintoul for the 4^th SHR Championship Race at the Tomintoul Highland Games why not stay the night. Alan and Tilly are killing a wild boar and roasting it on a spit for the Saturday night and anyone is invited to come along. We will provide bread and meat, if you want vegetables or alcohol, bring your own.

There’s plenty of space to pitch a tent and if you’re quick you may even get a bed in the house. Ring us at the farm for more details on 01807590318. Be prepared to leave a message.

Bring a freezer bag ( and your wallet!) if you want to take some of our meat home with you. Wild Boar, Venison, Soay lamb and Belted Galloway beef, in all cuts (frozen), will be available.

Race Round up to 27th June

Neil — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 11:23:34 +0000

Wednesday 23rd June – Red Moss Revolution Hill Race

Last Wednesday evening Neil Campbell and Alison West took part in the popular Red Moss Revolution Hill Race. Neil covered the 5.5 mile event (720ft) in 49.25 with Alison placing 2nd F50 in 50.02.

Thursday 24th June – Milnathort Dash

The 8th event in our Road Running Grand Prix took place last Thursday evening at the Milnathort Dash. The 5.3 mile race which is organised by Kinross Road Runners saw 31 Harriers take part in a field of 176 runners. Tommy Lawrence who has swiftly returned to top form finished an excellent 3rd overall in 29.28. Campbell Hutt took 8th place in 31.26, Mike Harvey was the leading M40 (9th overall) in 31.32 and Alex Keenan was 10th in 31.56. Mark McVay made an impressive club debut finishing 33rd in 35.07. Gail Murdoch ran her fastest ever Milnathort Dash covering the undulating course in 36.42 placing 6th lady. Fast improving Jo Wilson was hot on Gails’ heels finishing 7th lady in 36.45. Fabienne Thompson clocked 36.55 (8th Lady) and Catriona McCracken enjoyed a fine run to finish 10th lady in 37.25. Isobel Burnett won the F50 award timing at 37.33.

Friday 25th June – Shell Bay Sandy Slither, Lower Largo to Elie

Melanie Sinclair and Chris Davidson were Carnegie’s representatives at Fife AC’s Shell Bay Sandy Slither on Friday evening. Melanie finished the race from Lower Largo to Elie in 54.33 with Chris Davidson in 54.34.

Saturday 26th June - Edinburgh parkrun 5K, Cramond

Congratulations to Iain Taylor who headed home a field of 191 runners at Saturday’s Edinburgh parkrun 5k clocking a winning time of 17.00. Colin Reid in 20th position (18.42) was the next Carnegie runner to finish with Frazer Munro posting a fast 18.46 in 22nd place. Mark Western enjoyed a strong run setting a personal best of 20.32 (53rd) and Tim Walker made his parkrun debut covering the fast 3.1 mile course in 20.42 (59th). Kirsty Baird placed 61st in 20.50 and well done to Mary Western who ran a personal best of 21.19 finishing 70th overall.

Saturday 26th June – Arrochar Alps Hill Race

On Saturday, Neil Campbell tackled the gruelling 15.6 mile (7900ft) Arrochar Alps Hill Race where he removed over one hour from his previous best reaching the finish in 5.35.06.

Saturday 26th June – Eildon 2 Hills Race, Melrose

Alison West ventured south to Melrose when she finished 2nd F50 at the Eildon 2 Hills Race in 42.33.

Sunday 27th June – Dundee Half Marathon

Lesley Halstead completed Sunday’s Dundee Half Marathon in a time of 1.54.57.

Sunday 27th June – Glenrothes 10K Road Race

Roger Clark placed 8th at the Glenrothes 10K Road Race on Sunday morning in a time of 37.13 and also won the Biathlon evet which involved a 800m swim before the run. Robert Milton was 27th in 41.38. Jo Wilson produced another excellent race finishing 3rd lady overall in 43.14. Ross Carrie placed 48th in 43.20 while Jackie MacIntyre clocked 44.17 to finish 5th lady. Jim Small timed at 49.24 in 122nd and Melanie Sinclair was 24th lady in a time of 50.28.

Sunday 27th June – Falkland Hill Race

On Sunday afternoon the Falkland Hill Race took place with seven harriers taking part. Sandy Bennet was in fine form placing 2nd overall in 23.04. Bill Duff covered the 1200ft ascent and descent in 29.23 (24th), Stephen Greer was 25th in 29.33 and Chris Davidson was 26th in 29.40. Tom Bowie made his return to competitive action placing 35th in 31.02 and Melanie Sinclair completed her 2nd event of the day in 37.50 (47th). Pamela Gilfillan took part in her first hill race finishing 48th in 39.56.

Sunday 27th June – Ythan Challenge, Ellon

Judy Turner completed the Ythan challenge which is a multi-terrain adventure race measuring approximately 11k, which starts and finishes at the Meadows Sports Centre in Ellon, north of Aberdeen. The course takes runners along a largely flat off-road path beside the river Ythan and onto the Esslemont Estate, which is usually closed to the public. Once on the estate, the going gets tougher underfoot and you can expect a few surprises as the course includes a series of obstacles — including the now famous (or possibly infamous!) straw bales, killer hills, cargo nets and some waist deep mud thrown in for good measure. A few runners sacrificed their trainers to the mud in the process! Judy came second female with a time of 56.31. Would be good to get a few more harriers up there next year as it’s fantastic fun and they even put a good BBQ on after.

Sunday 27th June – Lairig Ghru 28 Mile Race, Braemar to Aviemore

The challenging 28 mile Lairig Ghru Race from Braemar to Aviemore took place on Sunday. The weather ranged from hot, humid conditions at start and finish to rain, just about sub-zero and snowfields to cross at the tops. Steven King was the leading Carnegie runner placing 31st in 4.24.25. Andy Sim ran his fastest ever Lairig Ghru race reaching to finish at Aviemore Police Station in 4.41.40 (48th). Well done to Phil Smithard who won the M60 award in 4.45.07. Helena Sim and Lynne Kuz completed the distance in 5.47.48.