Portumna 100k, 50k and U-Marathon 18/6/2011

Oisin11178

Lap course
Race website
Last years thread including poll results



Just wanted to restart this thread for this years race. Ill deffo be own there again this year. Most probably the 100k if i get through conn alright.

sarsfieldsrock

I'll probably see you there myself, all going well. Anyone else on for this one. Very well organised last year.

Aimman

4 stars (good)

I'll be doing it (100k) , but not thinking about it yet, till Conn is out of the way on Sunday

Moycullen1

Did the marathon last year and really enjoyed it so planning on doing it again this year(if Connemara doesn't finish me off on Sunday). Might consider the 50k if I dont feel up to a PB effort in the marathon.

locteau

4 stars (good)

This year looks better and better, with hopefully a sponsor on the way.

Entries are already bigger than last year......

Seb

opus

I'd love to give the 50k a go but it's on 13 days after the Cork marathon so don't think I'd be sufficiently recovered in time

Mac Cormaic

I'm hoping to do the marathon here. Like the ideal of a nice scenic run.

den99

When I entered I can't remember if there was an option to select which race you were planning to run, or is this something you decide on the day

Tec Diver

I'm entered on the 50k, just did my first run this morning after the Conn marathon, feels good - in a painful way

Moycullen1

In relation to the 50k what is the thinking in terms of LSR's. I'll have done both the Connemara and Kildare marathons and about 11 or 12 20's since Christmas. I don't really enjoy the 20's so if I could get away without a 22 or 24 I'd prefer to. Having done a good few marathons I've plenty of experience running out of steam with a mile(or more!) to go but I wouldn't like to have to endure 10 or 12 miles like that. Any advice on back to back LSR's as an alternative?

ultraman1

there is no easy way,youl have to put in the miles in,though if ur just after conn maraton u should be at or near ur peak and it could be just a matter of keepin ur endurance up with a few sneaki long ones....

BrokenMan

Just wonderign if anyone knows what time the 50K is starting at. On the website is says 8am but in the information pack on RunIreland its 6am.

Thanks

locteau

4 stars (good)

Starts will be as follow :

6am for 100km
8am for 50km
10am for Marathon
12am or 2pm for maybe a 5k for the locals

We are working on a new website and will check the details between the two sites.

Thanks for pointing this out

Tec Diver

locteau wrote: »

Starts will be as follow :

6am for 100km
8am for 50km
10am for Marathon
12am or 2pm for maybe a 5k for the locals

We are working on a new website and will check the details between the two sites.

Thanks for pointing this out

I hope you mean 12PM and not 12AM!

Mick Rice

4 stars (good)

Looking forward to this one again this year. If it's anything like as much craic as last year, it'll be a good day out. Am glad to see the sta\rt time for the 50km a bit later this year than last. It was hard to get running at 06:00am last time. With slightly bigger fields this should be a little more competitive this time. Would love to shave some time off my 2010 time if possible. A sub 3:20 run is my target.

Oisin11178

4 stars (good)

Just signed up for the 100k:D

Murphyboy

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I've also signed up for the 100k and will be flying back from Australia for it. Can't wait!! My first race in Ireland and it sounds like it will be a memorable one

locteau

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Hi Guys just a few queries received by email which might help others :

1) Is it best to come to Galway or Limerick : I would say Galway, Motorway is quicker and bus services. Ballinasloe is the closest town really.

2) Where do I stay ?
Accommodation we always recommend the Shannon Oaks Hotel as they help us with parking etc.... They have self catering chalets.
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3) Is there bus service to the start from Galway or Limerick.

Kearns Transport (http://www.kearnstransport.com/) do the Galway and Dublin routes.

Other than that all I can mention is ‘The Local Bus’ which is run by South East Galway IRD (090-9741867) and runs between Portumna and Ballinasloe but I think this just runs once per week on a Friday / Saturday and goes further on to Athlone one Friday per month. I think seats have to be booked in advance to use this too but it’s best to contact them for details."

Seb

locteau

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Hi Guys,

I will organise a training run, nothing serious just for people who want to see or try the course out on Sunday 22nd of May at 2:30pm.

We will meet at the Shannon Oaks hotel in the car park.

you run what ever distance you want......

let me know if you are interested.

Seb

Aimman

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I will be away in Germany that weekend, so I wont be able to make it, sorry.

Mick Rice

4 stars (good)

I'll try to be there .... Portumna is a beautiful place to run and I certainly don't need much excuse to go out there :-)

Thanks Seb!

locteau

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Guys,

Just remember this sunday we will be meeting in Portumna to run the 5k loop.

I will only do 4 laps myself but if anybody else want to come along you can run as much or as little you want.

2:30pm We will meet at the Shannon Oaks hotel in the car park.

I will have my Jeep (Nissan terrano 96G)

Seb

locteau

4 stars (good)

This time of the year guys, where you can send me your music playlist and I will play it during the event.

From last year experience, please send it to me as a mp3 or make your list and I will try to get them for you on my itune.

As usual I have a full PPI licence to play it.

Sebastien Locteau

Race Director

diy1

Did the marathon last year. Was nervous of the 8 laps but worked out great as it gave a good chance to see the other runners. Also got a chance to see the 50k and 100k guys. I thought the organizing was great, two refreshment tables in the lap and stocked with everything, nice surroundings. Giving the 100k a try this year. Just finished the last of 3 sets of back to back 42ks so beginning to wind down. Will do the Cork marathon on Monday but haven't decided on a target.

diy1

Did the Cork marathon in 3:58. It turned out that 2 of the 3 , four hour pacers are also doing the 100k in Portumna. Legs felt tierd at the end but hopefully with a reduction in miles for the next two weeks and a bit of walking on the day the 100k wont be too bad.

Oisin11178

4 stars (good)

diy1 wrote: »

Did the Cork marathon in 3:58. It turned out that 2 of the 3 , four hour pacers are also doing the 100k in Portumna. Legs felt tierd at the end but hopefully with a reduction in miles for the next two weeks and a bit of walking on the day the 100k wont be too bad.

Good luck with the 100k. Ill be down there to, so see you there:D

Mac Cormaic

diy1 wrote: »

Did the Cork marathon in 3:58. It turned out that 2 of the 3 , four hour pacers are also doing the 100k in Portumna. Legs felt tierd at the end but hopefully with a reduction in miles for the next two weeks and a bit of walking on the day the 100k wont be too bad.

Can I still register for the Portumna marathon does anyone know?

hot to trot

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I hope so , as I'm not committing myself until next weekend . Need to suss out a niggle . Not sure if I am fit to do marathon distance yet. If you hear of an earlier cut off entry date , please let me know.

ultraman1

hot to trot wrote: »

. Need to suss out a niggle . Not sure if I am fit

h2t...tuttut;).....

The Hammer

Seen on the website - that if you email the organiser 1 week in advance - he will allow arrangements to be made to pick up your number/reg pack on the morning of the race.

Am hoping to run a race the night before - so getting to portumna a day early is not possible for me.

Where can I get an email address - the one I tried from the website bounced back. Will register on RunIreland when I get his all clear.

locteau

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Yes you can register before the event if not too many are asking for it......

All the info are here :
https://sites.google.com/a/sebfitness.com/sebfitness/events/portumna-marathon

sebastien

hot to trot

4 stars (good)

So Seb, what kind of weather have you organised for Saturday?

locteau

4 stars (good)

The weather is always nice in Ireland !

It's not about what it look likes, but the way you interpret it

I love water, as much than wind and sun, so what ever it will be great !

Can't wait for it, over 120 people in total from the marathon to the ultras and 5km

Seb

The Hammer

Just enquiring about the drinks stations/tables for the marathon event on Saturday....

Do marathon participants need to bring their own drinks (water/energy drinks, etc) and leave the at a station - or will there be sufficient supplies?

Am a little confused reading the guidelines in the race information pack.

Am very happy to go with whatever is provided by you Locteau at the official drinks stations..

Burgman

locteau wrote: »

Starts will be as follow :

10am for Marathon
12am or 2pm for maybe a 5k for the locals

Tec Diver wrote: »

I hope you mean 12PM and not 12AM!

But you are both wrong. There is no such thing as 12pm or 12am - hence the confusion above. It is either 12 noon or 12 midnight.

locteau

4 stars (good)

12:00 or 24:00 ?

Anyway I will send the email today with all the info.

Registration is ok in the morning, but could be busy.

So 1h before each event at the Marina where the start is (there will be a marquee for it) EXCEPT for the ultra which will be at 5:30am at the hotel.

There will be a 5km fun run at 1pm and all money will go to the local Youth cafe.

Seb

Mick Rice

4 stars (good)

Sitting at a desk in downtown Boston, wading through piles of techie sh!t3 and all I can think about is Portumna and the races on Saturday.

Looking forward to the run and to catching up with some people.

Roll on Saturday.

locteau

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2FLxEjUJ3hk

hot to trot

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Nice one Seb. Thanks.
Thought for a moment I was having a flashback ! but then I realised that i couldnt run that fast and that it was Mick Rice with a camera strapped to his head

Irishman99

4 stars (good)

I'll be driving up from the Limerick side of Portumna tomorrow morning and wondering how to get to the start to collect my number? I've never been in Portumna before and wondering where to go?

Cheers!

ger664

Best of luck tomorrow to all participants

Ath36

4 stars (good)

Fabulous race, organisation, location etc today Seb.
Cant recommend this race highly enough . Had a great day.

diddleyland

4 stars (good)

half dead after the marathon today.... but cant wipe the smile of my face, i need a new pair of legs i think.. what a brilliantly organised event everyone was sooo helpful and encouraging felt like jumping into my car a few times when i passed it but the encouragement was fantastic thank you so much to all the competitors and marshals who were so fantastic and got me through. i'll be back next year definitly. thanks again everyone who managed to keep me going i really appriciate it :D:D

locteau

4 stars (good)

Hi Guys,

Just up after finishing late last night (organiser point of view). Congratulation to all the participants, you are just amazing to run those events !

Just in case you think I am bumping my race for 5 stars I voted to be able to see the votes. (something to fix on boards, race organiser can't see the votes, without voting.... I am more than happy the mod to remove it of course.

George Webb..... I have a lovely Jacket for you waiting to be posted :-)

I am taking an easy day today and waiting for the results, we are uploading the pictures later today from "Madpics" and

Iain Shaw : http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150213961893492.322188.570793491

Rory/Peter Mooney (thanks) : http://www.flickr.com/photos/peterm7/sets/72157626865466587/

Seb

doctorchick

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locteau wrote: »

Iain Shaw : http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150213961893492.322188.570793491

As not too sure if everyone can see my facebook page, then the larger set of photos can be found on my flickr account (as well as photos of last years event).

http://www.flickr.com/photos/51512923@N07/sets/72157626990937222/


(2010 photos http://www.flickr.com/photos/51512923@N07/sets/72157624241646459/)

Iain

P.S. Fantastic event, enjoyed every second of being there, atmosphere was brilliant

jonny99

4 stars (good)

Great event Seb.Did just the mere 50, serious respect due to the 100k runners,many of whom seemed to be struggling somewhat throughout the day,yet all seemed to be in control of the situation-well done all.

Mick Rice

4 stars (good)

A nightmare race for me. Was in deep trouble after only an hour or so. Seemed to come back an little for a short time and then fell apart completely after the seventh lap of the 50km. First DNF in any race of any type in 14 years. You live and learn.

As others have said this is a fantastic event with a unique atmosphere in Ireland. It reminds me more of a German or French race than an Irish one, with a real intimate, supportive feel from the moment you arrive to the time you go home. I can't thank Seb and the rest of the organisers enough for looking after me when I had to stop running. Help was at hand immediately and you really don't know how important that is until it's you that needs the help.

Congrats to all the other runners and particularly the 100k'ers.

d11gunner

4 stars (good)

Thanks a million Seb and the wonderful crew of volunteers for an amazing racing experience.

locteau

4 stars (good)

Thanks again everybody, just that most of people are happy with my event just make my day and certainly my week !

I was under pressure after last year good comments and wanted everybody who came to get the same feeling. Pity the weather was not perfect, but nothing I could do about.

Results can be found on runireland.com or on sebfitness.com

Direct link : https://spreadsheets.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AoTIXD03gJtEdEVxU0pVYmk5WVVMTU5lN3ktRU1lY0E&hl=en_GB&ndplr=1#gid=0

9 stars (-1 from me) is just really make me happy so far, thanks guys....

My crew is just so happy they did a good job, and keep asking if the runners were happy with the volunteers !

Seb

Irishman99

4 stars (good)

I'll go along with everyone else and say how i really enjoyed this event! Apart from a few puddles on the course the route was perfect. Was a bit apprehensive about running the same loop numerous times but actually found it easier than expected. I particularly enjoyed the vocal support all around the course especially the 4 ladies on the bench at the 4k mark!

locteau

4 stars (good)

Hi Guys,

I am trying to get a few video together and make a clip, so if you have anything let me know.

For the people who don't know the 4 ladies we are all talking about there is a few pictures of them in the gallery.

I think we should all say thanks to them as they really bring lots of positive energy !!!!! (I am clapping from here)

Seb