Bellarine Rail Trail Run (34/68km) Aug 20, 2006 Options

[BDC]

Yes, after a successful 2005, it's back on again this year! But a couple of weeks earlier than 2005 as baby number 2 is due latish Sept and it wouldn't be fair to get the better half helping out on the course after the 36 week mark!! :D

For those who ran last year, it would be great to see you again. For those who didn't, you can find more information here and comments from last years run here.

For those who missed out on a place at the Run for the Kids, rest assured that we will NOT be capping the event at 20,000!

This post has been edited by BDC: Jul 24 2006, 11:24 PM

[JourneymanPhil]

Good to see Brett and congrats on the impending addition. 20 plus thousands on the BRT would be strange! Good luck with it. I commend this race to anyone that hasnt been down there and tried it yet.

Phil

[Whippet Man]

Well done Brett. Would like to run the full monty but it's the week before GH100 so may just do the 1/2 as part of my taper. :)

[essaytee]

At this early stage pencil me in for the 34 km version, looking at the dates this should make for a good training run for the Melbourne Marathon.

[pbig]

I enjoyed it last year so should be back for more - at least it won't be the same weekend as the club's 35k+ run (Saturday) this time, so I may be able to have a go at the 68k.

[Dalai]

I plan on running the full this August.

[slowaz]

Sounds like a good lead up to the Melb Marathon. Might try one way to Queenscliffe or out and back to Drysdale.

[EatEm]

I will be there ...... ;)

[FiIK]

I'll see you there. The Swannies are playing down there on Saturaday and a lazy 68Ks to celebrate their win will complete a good weekend. :D

I have it from the horses mouth that thewasp and a few other Yan Yean Road Runners plan also plan to bring their old yellow running singlets out of retirement for the run.

Well they are now! :D

Cheers FiIK

[JourneymanPhil]

Good to see a few names coming forth for it.

[Tiger Boy]

Sou8nds good, I might try to get out there for the 34kms.
Too far ahead to plan much yet, but am certainly keeping it in mind.

[laotze]

Brett
I'm almost embarrassed to reveal myself there, but if all goes well with GORM and Gold Coast marathon, the 68 could be the next step up for me.

a bit early to absolutely commit, though.

[Rudolf]

would love to, planning it, see how everything
develops till then

[mcpaul]

I'll be there with 2 others (non CR's). 34k

[slowaz]

Just getting this topic back visible in case anyone is interested.

[fat ass wombat]

sounds great, thinking about doing the run with my running group of about 25. can you tell me whether you have drink stations? how many km's apart etc...

[Magnus M]

I will have to see how the training is going but I am planning on doing this one in the lead up to Korea.

[Ultraphil]

Im not sure if Brett has drink stations planned as it is a "Fat Ass" event. Means self supporting basically. But there is the train station half way where the shop is open and Im sure one could get a drink at queenscliff as well! If you take a friend or relative to crew for you, they could get drinks to you on the course!

[BDC]

Sorry not to reply sooner to some of the queries but my recent change of ISP's has been an endless supply of grief in the past week!

Further updates & responses:
* yes, there are drink stations despite being a FatAss Run and they are located at 8, 16, 24, 34 & 51kms. Their are important details you need to know about them found here.
* Troopy is a confirmed starter (as confirmed as any runner can be when unexpected circumstances can arise!) for the 3rd year in a row. However, he will be limited to 90 mins given his plans for the Australian Cross Country titles in Tasmania the following weekend.
* I have updated the above link which has all of the details for the 2006 run.
* where possible, please confirm plans to run ASAP (again use the above link or email me) as I'm currently sorting out public liability insurance and need a ballpark figure of starters. If you don't turn up on the day it doesn't matter - things will run smoother if I overestimate numbers than grossly underestimate them. If you change your mind before the day, just send me an email.
* the best email for the run is brtrun@optusnet.com.au
* feel free to email any queries or your intentions to run and I'll add your name to the list. If you prefer your CoolRunning handle to be on the list then that is fine also. Alternatively, you can add your own name to the list as described on the run information page.
* Fat Ass Wombat, if it is likely you are going to come down with a large group (which would be great!), please contact me via email as 25 runners is almost half of last years field!
* My initial expectations are that there will be more runners than last year, but as always, it might be weather dependent. Unfortunately, I'm still waiting for the run calenders to be updated with the event - so until that happens, word of mouth is the go!
* remember this is NOT a RACE and please DO NOT EVER refers to it as such! Such grief that word causes me!

This post has been edited by BDC: Jul 24 2006, 11:26 PM

[pbig]

Registered for the 34km and the bus back. Had hoped to tackle the 68km but now planning on doing Shepparton Marathon the following weekend - next time maybe!

[Whippet Man]

Giving it some thought. Would obviously like to do the round trip but with the GH100 only 2 weeks later that is unlikely. It also depends on how I pull up after the 12' the previous weekend. So many runs and so little cartilage left........

[laotze]

I am contemplating the limits of recovery time. And willing to test them. I'd like to do the 68 and then back up for Melbourne marathon about seven weeks later. That sounds like too much recovery time for mine. I wonder is there another marathon in between?


But I can see it will be a full day commitment, including attendance time at the Geelong hospital after the finish, so i have to find a nanny for my kids.

[Rudolf]

I wonder is there another marathon in between?

there is, just week later sheparton marathon, or 30km Prom country challenge with nice hills

and there is another 30km uphil - KOM in midseptember in Traralgon
both 30km runs can take the same energy from You as marathon

Kelvin is moving away, so You taking over ?

[Tiger Boy]

Hoping to make it for the 34km run. Logistics (and potential of breaking promise to take kids to the footy that day) being the main obsticles.
Would hope to run around 5min pace or thereabouts.
Tried to add my name to list, but couldn't remember my password.

[pbig]

TB - for editing the page(s) just enter no name and a password of "coolrunning".

[BDC]

Tiger Boy, I have added your name to the list.

If anyone is having any trouble adding their name or just can't be bothered, just email me at brtrun@optusnet.com.au. To be able to add your name yourself, you need to be logged in to Coolrunning with your username and password. Then to edit the list, do as pbig described. Thus, if you don't have a login to Coolrunning, just email me.

[qwen]

I'm in for the 34km as this looks like an ideal training run for the MM. Should be able to convince a couple of work mates to join in as well.

Just need to convince the wife to spend our anniversary in Geelong that weekend.

[essaytee]

I'm in for the 34 km.

[laotze]

Rudolf - I'd love to do them all, but my reach exceeds my grasp, and I am certainly not even close to Kelvin's class.

The 30 kilometre Prom country challenge sounds my sort of thing though; where is it and when?

[spark driver]

Just sending an email now to BDC to register for the 34km. My in-laws live at Ocean Grove so it will be a good excuse to get the family down that way for the weekend. I will not require transport back to Geelong thanks

[Rudolf]

The 30 kilometre Prom country challenge sounds my sort of thing though; where is it and when?

this is from CR calendar :


Sun 27 Aug PROM COUNTRY CHALLENGE
Distance: 6km fun run, 12km run & 4 x 6km team relay, 30km run. Event Time: 9.00pm all events. Location of race: Cnr Stanley & Victoria St Toora. Race Address: 03 5686 2326, 03 5686 2319, P.O Box 1020,Toora Vic 3962 Other details: The first Prom Country Challenge was held last year & the event had a great following attracting almost 200 runners. The 30km challenge is not for the faint hearted as the course takes in a major hill climb of 400m to the top of Mt Best, at the same time this course is extremely scenic with sweeping views of Wilson\'s Promotory. Organiser\'s rec\'d great feedback after the event & visiting runners also enjoyed the local hospitality,immensly. So if you're looking for a unique event which also puts the fun back into distance running. Get on board early & show your support. Entries will close on Fri 18th August, as we will also be compiling a form guide on the runners doing the 30km challenge which has to go to print. And for all the adventureous runners who competed last, do hope you can all make this year\'s event. See you on the start line! contact: Angela Bonser. email: angela.bonser@bigpond.com. Visit the website for more details.

[BDC]

There does appear to be some trouble editing the start list for some people. It may be that if you have logged out of CoolRunning since the new system came in a few weeks ago, you may find it impossible to log in to the Australian Run Guide section of CoolRunning.

Thus, have a low threshold to email me if you want your name included as I never get around to logging out!

[chilliman]

Have added my name to the 34k list as a possibility, will confirm closer to the date.

[fat ass wombat]

thanks BDC - will let you know numbers closer to the event some of the group are not quite up to the distance. What is the surface like of the rail trail?

This post has been edited by fat ass wombat: Jul 19 2006, 08:06 PM

[BDC]

Just to let everyone know that the BRT Run Homepage has been updated and has moved, so that it is clearer and much easier to navigate. I've also added an "important updates" section that includes important information that arises in the lead up to the run.

Current registrants stand at 39 (3 for the 68kms and 36 for the 34kms).

Our potential group of 25 from Fat Ass Wombat's clan won't be making it this year after I discovered it was one of my volunteers trying to make me sweat over numbers!! Payback will be sweet!

This post has been edited by BDC: Jul 24 2006, 11:28 PM

[laotze]

Is there anyone in Melbourne who could give me a lift down to Geelong for the start of the 68? Because of the time I'll take to finish I was thinking of getting a train back, unless there was some-one else willing and able, and ready to head back about the same time. i haven't run this distance before but I'm estimating it will take me about seven to eight hours.

But it is the lift down that is the problem. I'm happy to contribute to fuel and bananas.

I am in Brunswick, but could intersect with anyone travelling through the city, if that is more convenient.

[uriah]

To awiseman,

I can pick you up in Brunswick if you like, I will be coming through from Greensborough for the 34km. I will drop a line to Brett with my contact details.

Cheerio!

[Tiger Boy]

Probably a really dumb question (But I haven't been to Geelong for years), but is there plenty of parking at the start area?

[DianeE]

I'm in for the 34k

[Shuffleupagus]

Tiger Boy, it starts at the showgrounds where there's heaps of parking, and we start early enough to beat the Sunday market'ers to the spots

[laotze]

thanks heaps, Uriah.

I got the message via Brett, and will follow up with a phone call tomorrow.

Now, I'm really committed - further than I've run before, but could it be harder than six foot track or Mansfield to hotham this year?

[KevinCassidy]

thanks heaps, Uriah.

I got the message via Brett, and will follow up with a phone call tomorrow.

Now, I'm really committed - further than I've run before, but could it be harder than six foot track or Mansfield to hotham this year?

Mansfield to Hotham!!!!!! Gee, that's one hell of a run, awiseman

Diane, this time around, have the good sense to keep your car keys out of the hands of your directionally/geographically challenged hubby!!

Brett, I wish I could be there but I shall be somewhere in WA on the day.

[DianeE]

Boys & Girls,

I thought you might like to know that the Big4 Caravan park in Queenscliff will allow runners to come in and use the amenities block for a shower at the end of the run for $5.

Nice for those of us wanting to stay around for lunch, etc!

[essaytee]

' date='Aug 11 2006, 11:48 AM' post='188507']Boys & Girls,

I thought you might like to know that the Big4 Caravan park in Queenscliff will allow runners to come in and use the amenities block for a shower at the end of the run for $5.

Nice for those of us wanting to stay around for lunch, etc!

Very nice to know, thanks.

[Magnus M]

Unfortunatelly my ankle has been giving me a lot of grief for the last few weeks so I'm not sure how far i will be able to go on Sunday

[BDC]

All those registered for the run should have received an email this morning reiterating a few last minute important points about the run. If you did not receive this, a copy can be found on the website.

There are currently 5 starters in the 68km run and 71 for the 34km run with weather conditions looking ideal. Thanks Diane for looking into the shower options. There are also a couple of hot showers in a toilet block about 200m from the finish if you are keen for a quick wash down after the run.

For those driving from Melbourne, remember there are multiple fixed speed cameras along the freeway. So leave on time and don't rush!

Looking forward to seeing everyone on Sunday.

[laotze]

Kevin, Yes, it was meant to be Buller, but, it felt like Mansfield to Hotham, anyway.

Now, could that be the victorian answer to C2K? Mansfield, to Buller, to Hotham, to Bogong...?

I think I'll see how I feel after the Bellarine railtrail, first (or is that going to be Geelong to Frankston (with a swim across the rip?)

[chilliman]

Giving it some thought. Would obviously like to do the round trip but with the GH100 only 2 weeks later that is unlikely. It also depends on how I pull up after the 12' the previous weekend. So many runs and so little cartilage left........

Hope you collected the CR pom-poms last weekend Whippet, if you are not joining us on the trail ?

.

[Whippet Man]

Giving it some thought. Would obviously like to do the round trip but with the GH100 only 2 weeks later that is unlikely. It also depends on how I pull up after the 12' the previous weekend. So many runs and so little cartilage left........

Hope you collected the CR pom-poms last weekend Whippet, if you are not joining us on the trail ?

.

Pulled up pretty good after 12 Foot Track but don't want to push my luck and also have family commitments so may have to be a late scratching and just wave the Pom-poms online. Have a good run all.

[pbig]

Regrettably, due to family committments, away last weekend, away next weekend, etc., I'm a late scratching for tomorrow .



Have an enjoyable run everyone, looks like being a nice day for it!