RacePix.com is 3! 5km Fun Run & Race. Sat 22nd October 11am

TheRoadRunner

To celebrate RacePix.com's 3rd Birthday. In association with Le Cheile AC we are organising a 5km Fun Run and Race in NUI Maynooth on Saturday, 22nd October 2011 at 11am.

Race registration and changing/shower facilities are on the North campus in the college's sports hall. The race itself will be run on picturesque grounds of the South campus (5 minute walk from registration).

Post race refreshments including birthday cake will be back in the sports hall.

All relevant information can be found on the race website here

PM me if you require any additional information.
Cheers
Dave & Darren

tang1

I'm in RoadRunner, only live ten mins away. Best of luck wit the race.

Pronator

3 stars (average)

Perfect timing for a Pre-Dublin race:D

chinguetti

Is this 5k on grass or tarmac or a mixture of both?

ultraman1

chinguetti wrote: »

Is this 5k on grass or tarmac or a mixture of both?

tarmac

ecoli

4 stars (good)

chinguetti wrote: »

Is this 5k on grass or tarmac or a mixture of both?

Its on Tarmac. Route is as flat as a pancake few sharp corners (around the orchard IIRC) but still should be fast. I used to run the colleges road relays out there and like the loop.

TheRoadRunner

chinguetti wrote: »

Is this 5k on grass or tarmac or a mixture of both?

ecoli wrote: »

Its on Tarmac. Route is as flat as a pancake few sharp corners (around the orchard IIRC) but still should be fast. I used to run the colleges road relays out there and like the loop.

Yes it's all on Tarmac. One sharp turn at the orchard all right, its a little different to road relay loop as we have removed some of the tight corners on that loop. It is a very fast lap. It's all on the college grounds as well so will be totally traffic free.

Course has been accurately measured by ultraman1 (and subsequently checked by my gamin on a few occasions ) so a big thank you to him for his time and expertise.

gerard65

4 stars (good)

Is this in the same area of the campus as the BHAA XC race in March?

TheRoadRunner

gerard65 wrote: »

Is this in the same area of the campus as the BHAA XC race in March?

Yep same side of the campus. All on tarmac though obviously.

Brianderunner

So you used us all as guinea pigs in Maynooth last November in the Boards AC race. I feel so used

TheRoadRunner

Brianderunner wrote: »

So you used us all as guinea pigs in Maynooth last November in the Boards AC race. I feel so used

Yep that was my thinking last year. Have a much better finishing area this year

Brianderunner

TheRoadRunner wrote: »

Yep that was my thinking last year. Have a much better finishing area this year

So everyone that ran last year gets free entry yeah? And 2 free pints in the pub afterwards

Agree with the finish area alright. Always thought the universities road relays was a bit cramped at the finish line.

Emer911

Brianderunner wrote: »

So everyone that ran last year gets free entry yeah? And 2 free pints in the pub afterwards

Agree with the finish area alright. Always thought the universities road relays was a bit cramped at the finish line.

I like this idea very much!!

shels4ever

4 stars (good)

Anyone else doing this one, just registered for it this morning. Initial plan was to have a crack at a sub 20 and things are looking good., Ran the course a few months ago with the Boards crew and it is a fast course. Anyone else thinking about running close to that time, maybe get a good group to work together.

Tom Joad

4 stars (good)

shels4ever wrote: »

Anyone else doing this one, just registered for it this morning. Initial plan was to have a crack at a sub 20 and things are looking good., Ran the course a few months ago with the Boards crew and it is a fast course. Anyone else thinking about running close to that time, maybe get a good group to work together.

Just heard about this and can't wait - went to college in Maynooth so perfect excuse to go back down memory lane.. Done my first sub 45min 10k this year so would love to have a crack at a sub 20. Am new to this site so would be great chance to learn something from the boards pros!

TheRoadRunner

Maybe the organisers could sort a sub 20 pacer?

gerard65

4 stars (good)

shels4ever wrote: »

Anyone else doing this one, just registered for it this morning. Initial plan was to have a crack at a sub 20 and things are looking good., Ran the course a few months ago with the Boards crew and it is a fast course. Anyone else thinking about running close to that time, maybe get a good group to work together.

I'm signed up a few weeks now. Looking forward to it. I'll do the sub 20 pacing - for a fee.

TheRoadRunner

gerard65 wrote: »

I'm signed up a few weeks now. Looking forward to it. I'll do the sub 20 pacing - for free.

thanks

shels4ever

4 stars (good)

gerard65 wrote: »

I'm signed up a few weeks now. Looking forward to it. I'll do the sub 20 pacing - for a fee.

Sounds like a good idea... but last time I was following you I ended up not finishing, might need to run a few seconds infront.

shels4ever

4 stars (good)

gerard65 wrote: »

I'm signed up a few weeks now. Looking forward to it. I'll do the sub 20 pacing - for a fee.

What time do you think you will run for this? Just getting under 20 or giving it a lash?

gerard65

4 stars (good)

shels4ever wrote: »

What time do you think you will run for this? Just getting under 20 or giving it a lash?

Not sure if I'll make it, achilles is still a problem. Advise was to rest for two weeks and then see how it is. So I'll decide early next week, but if I make it I'll aim for 20mins, don't want to run flatout yet.

elvis jones

I think mrs Jones might be doing this next week ! For a change I'll stand there with the Kids:)

Sandwell

I'm going to have a go at this one too. It'll be my first time running in a 5k. Aiming for sub 20, maybe even sub 19 if things go particularly well. I went to college there too so it'll be nice to pay it a visit. The old campus is lovely.

TheRoadRunner

Sandwell wrote: »

I'm going to have a go at this one too. It'll be my first time running in a 5k. Aiming for sub 20, maybe even sub 19 if things go particularly well. I went to college there too so it'll be nice to pay it a visit. The old campus is lovely.

It really is. I was running over there yesterday myself and it is beautiful at this time of year. Route takes in this! PS if you can register soon as we need to finalise numbers for chips and catering. See you next week

Sandwell

TheRoadRunner wrote: »

It really is. I was running over there yesterday myself and it is beautiful at this time of year. Route takes in this! PS if you can register soon as we need to finalise numbers for chips and catering. See you next week

I'm registered already, although I can see how that wasn't clear from my previous post. Looking forward to it.

happygoose

TheRoadRunner wrote: »

It really is. I was running over there yesterday myself and it is beautiful at this time of year. Route takes in this! PS if you can register soon as we need to finalise numbers for chips and catering. See you next week

Mmmm...chips...

nerraw1111

Anyone know how close the train station is to the start/finish?

I need to be back in Dublin ASAP after the race and there's a train at 11.35am from Maynooth. Given I'm hoping to finish the race in around 12.36*, does that leave me enough time to make the train?


*Give or take 7 minutes.

Sandwell

nerraw1111 wrote: »

Anyone know how close the train station is to the start/finish?

I need to be back in Dublin ASAP after the race and there's a train at 11.35am from Maynooth. Given I'm hoping to finish the race in around 12.36*, does that leave me enough time to make the train?


*Give or take 7 minutes.

It's not far, a 10-12 minute walk. If you continue running you'd easily cover the distance in 5 mins. You should be fine if the race starts on time.

TheRoadRunner

nerraw1111 wrote: »

Anyone know how close the train station is to the start/finish?

I need to be back in Dublin ASAP after the race and there's a train at 11.35am from Maynooth. Given I'm hoping to finish the race in around 12.36*, does that leave me enough time to make the train?


*Give or take 7 minutes.

Sandwell wrote: »

It's not far, a 10-12 minute walk. If you continue running you'd easily cover the distance in 5 mins. You should be fine if the race starts on time.

We aim to start the race bang on time, however you know yourself there could be a couple of minutes delay. Start and finish area are right beside one another. If you leave you gear at the start you could easily walk to the station in plenty of time.

Sprocket77

Roadrunner is this anywhere near filling up? Won't know whether I can do it until the middle of next week.

TheRoadRunner

Sprocket77 wrote: »

Roadrunner is this anywhere near filling up? Won't know whether I can do it until the middle of next week.

Haven't been able to check entry numbers in the last week or so as my partner in crime is away on holidays but at a guess I'd say you should be OK. PM me your details and I can set an entry aside if you want to be doubly sure.

nerraw1111

Cheers lads. Will more than likely give this a whirl.

TheRoadRunner

Just a quick note to say registration closes this Friday. Online registration can be found here. Please register early if you are planning on running as we are finalising catering etc today/tomorrow.

Remember that registration is in the sports hall on the North campus. Follow the signs in Maynooth. Parking is free on campus at the weekend. Drivers should park in carpark 4 as that is directly behind the sports hall. This is also well sign posted.

The race itself is on the south campus and is a 5 minute jog from the registration hall.

I was out on the course this morning and it's in great nick. Weather conditions for Saturday morning are perfect so hopefully everyone can run a PB.

If anybody has any questions or needs additional directions give me a shout.

Cheers
Dave

W.B. Yeats

3 stars (average)

Just signed up
Hoping for a good gallop and some great cakes after (here's hoping LeCheile AC's legendary post race spread is repeated here.....)

TheRoadRunner

W.B. Yeats wrote: »

Just signed up
Hoping for a good gallop and some great cakes after (here's hoping LeCheile AC's legendary post race spread is repeated here.....)

It will be very hard to top Le Cheile's spread but we've done some shopping and there will be more than enough grub to send you home fatter than when you arrived

We're offering a time bonus for both the first place male and female finishers of €400 if they win breaking the following times:
Male: 15:00
Female: 15:50

Just to say online registration is 15 euro compared to on the day registration @ 20 euro, so register ASAP and save yourself a fiver!

online regiustration can be found here

Cheers
Dave

W.B. Yeats

3 stars (average)

TheRoadRunner wrote: »

It will be very hard to top Le Cheile's spread but we've done some shopping and there will be more than enough grub to send you home fatter than when you arrived

This is very relevant (cakes/fatness), its one of the many reasons for racing and I'm surprised more event organisers don't take it into account.

The Hammer

W.B. Yeats wrote: »

This is very relevant (cakes/fatness), its one of the many reasons for racing and I'm surprised more event organisers don't take it into account.

And there was even a "best practice photo guide" from Le Cheile on RacePix to help guide the organisers on the array of goodies that should be considered...

http://www.racepix.com/Leixlip2011/racephotos/463/photo/154/

:)http://www.racepix.com/Leixlip2011/racephotos/463/photo/151/

:):)http://www.racepix.com/Leixlip2011/racephotos/463/photo/147/

Timmaay

3 stars (average)

I'm prb doing too many races at the minute, but will give this one a shot! Cya all there Sat!

ecoli

4 stars (good)

Timmaay wrote: »

I'm prb doing too many races at the minute, but will give this one a shot! Cya all there Sat!

Good man see you there so I signed up during the week:D

Timmaay

3 stars (average)

Ha, hmm ok no trashtalk from me before this race ha, have had 2 rubbish weeks of training so duno where I am at the minute.

ecoli

4 stars (good)

Timmaay wrote: »

Ha, hmm ok no trashtalk from me before this race ha, have had 2 rubbish weeks of training so duno where I am at the minute.

Might work well as a taper considering your race load over the summer;)

TheRoadRunner

Timmaay wrote: »

Ha, hmm ok no trashtalk from me before this race ha, have had 2 rubbish weeks of training so duno where I am at the minute.

Bull he emailed earlier asking was the time bonus given in cash or cheque form

sideswipe

4 stars (good)

Just signed up for this as my first 5K. Doing it as part of my P&D 55 mile training for NY marathon, just a little unsure how to pace a 5K- go out hard and hold on as long as possible or pick a pace I know I can keep and stick to it?? Macmillan has me at 22:09 off my last marathon (3:36 in Cork this year) so that's 7:08 min/miles
Any thoughts and advise appreciated.

TheRoadRunner

sideswipe wrote: »

Just signed up for this as my first 5K. Doing it as part of my P&D 55 mile training for NY marathon, just a little unsure how to pace a 5K- go out hard and hold on as long as possible or pick a pace I know I can keep and stick to it?? Macmillan has me at 22:09 off my last marathon (3:36 in Cork this year) so that's 7:08 min/miles
Any thoughts and advise appreciated.

Have you ran anything shorter than a marathon in recent months? If not what sort of paces have you been holding for your training runs?

sideswipe

4 stars (good)

TheRoadRunner wrote: »

Have you ran anything shorter than a marathon in recent months? If not what sort of paces have you been holding for your training runs?

No shorter distances run of late, the 12 week P&D plan has gone well. Here are the splits from my 1200m reps, not sure how good an indicator they'd be for a 5k?

Split T Dis Avg Pace
1) 4:48.7/ 0.75/ 6:25.0
2) 2:14.6/ 0.25/ 8:59.0
3) 4:55.9/ 0.75/ 6:34.6
4) 2:15.8/ 0.25/ 9:03.6
5) 5:02.6/ 0.75/ 6:43.4
6) 2:27.2/ 0.25/ 9:49.6
7) 5:05.0/ 0.75/ 6:46.7
8) 2:14. / 0.25/ 8:58.3
T) 29:04.6/ 4.00/ 7:16.2

TheRoadRunner

Hi Sideswipe

It's very hard to advise somebody what pace to set off at when you haven't seen a consistent set of training/racing data but based on your marathon time and intervals below I'd head off at 6.50 pace. I think you should be more than comfortable at this pace, if you're feeling good push on the last 2k to 1 mile.

You'll kno yourself after 1k if this is too fast/slow and can adjust accordingly. The thing about 5ks though is to get out fast and try and hold on for dear life.

Hope it goes well for you
Dave

sideswipe wrote: »

No shorter distances run of late, the 12 week P&D plan has gone well. Here are the splits from my 1200m reps, not sure how good an indicator they'd be for a 5k?

Split T Dis Avg Pace
1) 4:48.7/ 0.75/ 6:25.0
2) 2:14.6/ 0.25/ 8:59.0
3) 4:55.9/ 0.75/ 6:34.6
4) 2:15.8/ 0.25/ 9:03.6
5) 5:02.6/ 0.75/ 6:43.4
6) 2:27.2/ 0.25/ 9:49.6
7) 5:05.0/ 0.75/ 6:46.7
8) 2:14. / 0.25/ 8:58.3
T) 29:04.6/ 4.00/ 7:16.2

TheRoadRunner

Quick update. Registered runners will get an email tomorrow with final race instructions etc. Just remember that parking is free of the north campus and is right beside registration. Avoid the south campus at all cost. They clamp non-permit cars unless you are in a pay and display area.

Dave

Sprocket77

After much procrastination finally signed up for this, it was the promise of a good spread that got me over the line, better be good now

Pronator

3 stars (average)

TheRoadRunner wrote: »

Quick update. Registered runners will get an email tomorrow with final race instructions etc. Just remember that parking is free of the north campus and is right beside registration. Avoid the south campus at all cost. They clamp non-permit cars unless you are in a pay and display area.

Dave

Dave - will this be well sign posted?

ecoli

4 stars (good)

Pronator wrote: »

Dave - will this be well sign posted?

The College is very well signposted all the way from the turn off from the motorway

TheRoadRunner

Pronator wrote: »

Dave - will this be well sign posted?

Yep very well signposted. Just remember you are heading to north campus. Ill be out nice and early with race signage to make sure nobody gets lost.