Rock 'n' Roll Half Marathon 2014 (AAI National Half)

gigtown

RacoonQueen wrote: »

I'm pretty sure they don't pay the bands.

Am 100% sure they do. This year at any rate. I'm from Limerick and so is one of the bands.

gigtown

sixpack's little hat wrote: »

Anyone want to organise a beer half marathon?

Best. Idea. Ever.

dublin runner

gigtown wrote: »

Best. Idea. Ever.

I am throwing my hat in the ring for this. The aim? Sub 1.55. I'd be in some state after though!

Dublin Runner would like to remind everyone to Drink Responsibly.........:rolleyes:!!

RayCun

I'll be at a water station around the 8k mark, I can watch your beers for you...

barryoneill50

Beer hm? Yes please..... None of this mile stuff....

average_runner

RayCun wrote: »

I'll be at a water station around the 8k mark, I can watch your beers for you...

He really means , he drink your beers while having his bbq!!

BeanFlicker

I didn't see this posted on the thread, €29 instead of €49 for the half.

http://www.groupon.ie/deals/dublin/gl-rock-n-roll-dublin-half-marathon/42338316?utm_source=awn&utm_medium=afl&utm_campaign=130858

I've signed up, hoping it's not as bad as peoples are suggesting ha but the course does looks mad and the starting time is ridiculous, why so early?? :eek:

dublin runner

BeanFlicker wrote: »

I didn't see this posted on the thread, €29 instead of €49 for the half.

http://www.groupon.ie/deals/dublin/gl-rock-n-roll-dublin-half-marathon/42338316?utm_source=awn&utm_medium=afl&utm_campaign=130858

I've signed up, hoping it's not as bad as peoples are suggesting ha but the course does looks mad and the starting time is ridiculous, why so early?? :eek:

That's a first. A race on Groupon!

As I said before, it will be very well organised and run. I am not the biggest fan of the route but still should be a good race. Really like the t-shirt from last year but hopefully they change the colour!

mmg0305

I think this year's shirt is black. Here's a (slightly mangled) link

http: //uk.competitor. com/files/2014/07/DUB-Participant-Tee-600x600.jpg

emerald007

http://uk.competitor.com/files/2014/07/DUB-Participant-Tee-600x600.jpg

pconn062

emerald007 wrote: »

http://uk.competitor.com/files/2014/07/DUB-Participant-Tee-600x600.jpg

*Cringe*

The little shamrock over the "I" in Dublin really sums up the paddywhackery of the whole thing.

Van.Bosch

Signed up for this ages ago but have done zero training, am in brutal shape. Did a half in April and was 10 mins off my PB, can only imagine how bad I'll be at this.
One part of me says skip it, the route is terrible etc, the other part of me says you've paid for it, go out and take your punishment for being so lazy!

Paddigol

Ah, so this is the place to go to on Boards for a good old whinge and moan!

I'm looking forward to it anyway, maybe I should start a new PMA thread!

Fraggle00

I'm looking forward to it and I like the route. I can't get enough races in Phoenix Park.

beertons

I'm looking forward to it aswell. First run in the park too.

lmguillou

I signed up for it very early before considering the route as I enjoyed it last year. I must say when I discovered the route I was disappointed, got really annoyed when I saw all those discount going around because they struggled getting the number. But now, the closer we get the more impatient I am, I m sure it s gonna be a great race, very tough though, hopefully it won't be too windy or if it is, in our back!

frogstar

Haven't ran in phoenix park yet.

How hilly is that part? Video of course looks deceivingly flat!

lmguillou

frogstar wrote: »

Haven't ran in phoenix park yet.

How hilly is that part? Video of course looks deceivingly flat!

If you look at the profile on their website, you will have a fair idea:

http://ie.competitor.com/dublin/course

as soon as we get in the park their is a 1.5km hill but we could get the wind in our back on that one ( assuming western, south western winds...) then a long slop down hill for 1 km after that it s slightly going up hill until the end. Again, the wind could be a big factor....

ooter

From my experience of running in the p park the wind is more often than not in your face running along acres road in that direction,tough introduction to the park if you've never ran it before.

Fraggle00

ooter wrote: »

From my experience of running in the p park the wind is more often than not in your face running along acres road in that direction,tough introduction to the park if you've never ran it before.

Luckily, once we get to the top of Acres Road, there'll be energy gels and then a blast down Kyber Road, 'the fastest stretch of running tarmac in the world'.

zefer

Good luck all, I'm marshaling at the 1st mile maker, O'Connell bridge, so will give you all a good cheer. (I'll try make sure you all get through the junction ok )

lennymc

This will be my first half marathon - i'm looking forward to it. Should be fun.

theredletter

My first HM too! The hills look dreadful. I've ran 21k around 6-7 times since I started running and hoping it stands to me! I have been having nightmares lol!

dublin runner

Everyone has to run the same hills so no point worrying about them! The start is nice and flat, this will allow you to get into a nice rhythm. If you play it tactical and race smart you will cruise up the hills and pass a lot of people out.

I am pacing the 1.45 group (red, I think). Best of luck to everyone. See you all bright and early!

lmguillou

dublin runner wrote: »

Everyone has to run the same hills so no point worrying about them! The start is nice and flat, this will allow you to get into a nice rhythm. If you play it tactical and race smart you will cruise up the hills and pass a lot of people out.

I am pacing the 1.45 group (red, I think). Best of luck to everyone. See you all bright and early!

The tactic is my issue for this profile. The first half being easier, should I try to push a bit more knowing that it will be hard to keep the pace in the last 11km? Or should I attempt a negative split despite having the most challenging part on the second half of the race. For info my PB is 1h45 that I did last year on the rock n roll and the same time this year in Wicklow. So I'm hoping for 1h42...Just scared to start to fast and blow in the park! Any advice more than welcome!

dublin runner

lmguillou wrote: »

The tactic is my issue for this profile. The first half being easier, should I try to push a bit more knowing that it will be hard to keep the pace in the last 11km? Or should I attempt a negative split despite having the most challenging part on the second half of the race. For info my PB is 1h45 that I did last year on the rock n roll and the same time this year in Wicklow. So I'm hoping for 1h42...Just scared to start to fast and blow in the park! Any advice more than welcome!

A hard one to answer but i'll attempt to

Firstly, it's not the fastest course around but that doesn't mean that a good time cannot be run. It's all about pacing yourself and judging the effort smartly.

Banking some time during the first few miles has risks. We all know what they are (blowing up etc..) For example, the hill at Christchurch is enough to ruin any chances of running a good time if poorly approached. I personally wouldn't overthink it. I would maintain a steady pace (working hard but too hard) for the first 10 miles and re-evaluate. If feeling good, push on, gradually increasing the pace/effort over the last few miles. Finishing strongly. If you do this you will be almost guaranteed to pass out a lot of people. Maybe follow the 1.45 group for the first few miles (we will keep you sensible :cool:) and see how you feel.

People often underestimate the amount of time that can be gained over the last 5km and obviously, how much time that can be lost.

lmguillou

dublin runner wrote: »

A hard one to answer but i'll attempt to

Firstly, it's not the fastest course around but that doesn't mean that a good time cannot be run. It's all about pacing yourself and judging the effort smartly.

Banking some time during the first few miles has risks. We all know what they are (blowing up etc..) For example, the hill at Christchurch is enough to ruin any chances of running a good time if poorly approached. I personally wouldn't overthink it. I would maintain a steady pace (working hard but too hard) for the first 10 miles and re-evaluate. If feeling good, push on, gradually increasing the pace/effort over the last few miles. Finishing strongly. If you do this you will be almost guaranteed to pass out a lot of people. Maybe follow the 1.45 group for the first few miles (we will keep you sensible :cool:) and see how you feel.

People often underestimate the amount of time that can be gained over the last 5km and obviously, how much time that can be lost.

thanks! I think I will go with this approach in mind and stick with you at the beginning 😊

Any key?

First HM too! Getting nervous! Have ran as far as 19k but not done the whole 21k so hoping all goes well on the day:eek:

scheister

im getting a lift into town on monday any idea how far up the quays i will get up towards the starting line?

Van.Bosch

Any key? wrote: »

First HM too! Getting nervous! Have ran as far as 19k but not done the whole 21k so hoping all goes well on the day:eek:

It will be fine, don't go too fast at the start and you'll be fine.