Bohermeen Half

skyblue46

About 7/8 of the 2017 DCM Novices/ Graduates are heading to the now nearly sold out Bohermeen Half. It'd be nice to say hello to any more of ye who are heading to the Royal county. I hear it's a nice flat course so hopefully not much need for advice on the course. Who's going?

Ray Donovan

skyblue46 wrote: »

About 7/8 of the 2017 DCM Novices/ Graduates are heading to the now nearly sold out Bohermeen Half. It'd be nice to say hello to any more of ye who are heading to the Royal county. I hear it's a nice flat course so hopefully not much need for advice on the course. Who's going?

I’ll be there. First of 5 HM’s by May 6th.

skyblue46

Ray Donovan wrote: »

I’ll be there. First of 5 HM’s by May 6th.

Wow, fair play!

Seannew1

I'm registered for the 10k; anyone know what the course is like?? Is it a good race in general? Thanks in advance.

skyblue46

Seannew1 wrote: »

I'm registered for the 10k; anyone know what the course is like?? Is it a good race in general? Thanks in advance.

Course is reported to be relatively flat and fast. Half is two laps of the 10k plus a bit. I've heard it's well run but it will be my first time.

Bananaleaf

Was just about to sign up for the 10k but went the whole hog and entered the half. Eek! Still find the half distance challenging (having only done the one up to now) but had a good experience at the Trim 10 so hoping I'm getting my groove back :pac:

AlFoley

Looking forward to this. Didn't have a great Trim 10 mile so hoping Bohermeen will go a bit better! Last race before Brighton Marathon in April.

sideshowbob321

Yup I'm running too. Did the half for first time last year and got a PB. As above its a well run race fast and flat
Part of my build up to Manchester Marathon early April so looking forward to it

wookiesleep

It's a great half. Flat course but keep in mind if it's a windy day there are places that are exposed especially on the straight sections.

Muppet Man

Full

skyblue46

Muppet Man wrote: »

Full

Yeah there were only 13 places left at the weekend.

Unthought Known

sideshowbob321 wrote: »

Yup I'm running too. Did the half for first time last year and got a PB. As above its a well run race fast and flat
Part of my build up to Manchester Marathon early April so looking forward to it

Are you racing it, given that it's only 4 weeks before Manchester?

sideshowbob321

Unthought Known wrote:

Are you racing it, given that it's only 4 weeks before Manchester?

Yeah I know it's close. Better if it was a week or two earlier. Not a good idea to race it??

Unthought Known

sideshowbob321 wrote: »

Yeah I know it's close. Better if it was a week or two earlier. Not a good idea to race it??

I'm in the same boat. I think it's just a bit too close to Manchester to go all out. I'd hate to undo all the hard work chasing a PB that's not a target race. My plan is to run it at MP and just use it as a dress rehearsal.

sideshowbob321

Unthought Known wrote:

I'm in the same boat. I think it's just a bit too close to Manchester to go all out. I'd hate to undo all the hard work chasing a PB that's not a target race. My plan is to run it at MP and just use it as a dress rehearsal.

Yeah plan now is to use it for a PMP
Enjoy it and be fresh for the last long run the following week

skyblue46

sideshowbob321 wrote: »

Yeah plan now is to use it for a PMP
Enjoy it and be fresh for the last long run the following week

What's your PMP?

sideshowbob321

I'll tell you mine if you tell me yours...

Hoping to get around in 8.15 m/mile -ish
So if I can get around Manchester anywhere under 3.40 I'd be a happy bunny
How about you?

skyblue46

sideshowbob321 wrote: »

I'll tell you mine if you tell me yours...

Hoping to get around in 8.15 m/mile -ish
So if I can get around Manchester anywhere under 3.40 I'd be a happy bunny
How about you?

Haha...if I was doing Manchester, or any other marathon, shortly I would be aiming for that exact pace. But I'm not so will be aiming for 1:36 or 7:20 per mile. It feels a bit optimistic but it's the time of year to test the system. :eek:

Dealerz

Anyone know what pacers they will have- couldn’t see on any poster?
Thanks

skyblue46

Dealerz wrote: »

Anyone know what pacers they will have- couldn’t see on any poster?
Thanks

There will be. They said they'll have more detail soon.

Ray Donovan

The weather has made some balls of my training for this. Havent got out since Tuesday and looking very dodgy for last long run tomorrow.

I’m hardly the only one in that boat am I?

OOnegative

Ray Donovan wrote: »

The weather has made some balls of my training for this. Havent got out since Tuesday and looking very dodgy for last long run tomorrow.

I’m hardly the only one in that boat am I?

Running the CPC Loop same day in The Hague and haven’t been out since Tuesday either. Missing a long run at this stage isn’t going to ruin your race, trust the training till now and you’ll be fine. The extra rest will do no harm.

skyblue46

Ray Donovan wrote: »

The weather has made some balls of my training for this. Havent got out since Tuesday and looking very dodgy for last long run tomorrow.

I’m hardly the only one in that boat am I?

I'm in exactly the same boat. Not too worried. A couple of short runs during the week to waken up the legs and all should be ok.

Bananaleaf

Am in the same boat, but not too worried about it because I'm not chasing a time really, just a PB which I'll definitely get. However, I plan to either do the long run outdoors tomorrow (weather permitting) or if that doesn't work out for me, as painful as it will be, I'll go to the local gym and do it.

Ray Donovan

Looks like I will get out in the morning after all thankfully. 10 miles will suffice.

Ray Donovan

Thankfully got out for 10.5 miles this morning. My god my knee was sore was for the last 500m but hopefully with calf stretches (tight!) and ice it will be ok for Sunday.

Anyone got any tips for parking etc? I've never attended this run before.

quickbeam

If anyone's looking for entry let me know. I've signed up but won't be making it.

wookiesleep

Has anyone received their numbers in the post yet? Not arrived my end yet but presume weather will have a delay in them getting out.

skyblue46

wookiesleep wrote: »

Has anyone received their numbers in the post yet? Not arrived my end yet but presume weather will have a delay in them getting out.

No, nothing yet. Like you say there's probably a bit of a weather related slowdown in An Post

Unthought Known

wookiesleep wrote: »

Has anyone received their numbers in the post yet? Not arrived my end yet but presume weather will have a delay in them getting out.

I received mine today.

Ray Donovan

Was there an option to get it posted out to you when we registered? Because I cant remember registering to be honest.

Or they just posting to everyone?

Unthought Known

Ray Donovan wrote: »

Was there an option to get it posted out to you when we registered? Because I cant remember registering to be honest.

Or they just posting to everyone?

I think they're posting out to everyone. That's the impression I got from the email.

"
Your race number will be posted to the address you provided when registering online. You will receive your number no later than Wednesday the 7th of March. If for some reason your number does not arrive do not worry as we can re issue you a new number and delete your missing number from the system."

skyblue46

Ray Donovan wrote: »

Was there an option to get it posted out to you when we registered? Because I cant remember registering to be honest.

Or they just posting to everyone?

Mine hasn't arrived yet either...I'll worry on Thursday or Friday.

Bananaleaf

skyblue46 wrote: »

Mine hasn't arrived yet either...I'll worry on Thursday or Friday.

They'll def have a contingency plan anyway. But I'll be heading early if it doesn't arrive.

The email said to expect them by Wed. If that's the case, they only needed to go out in Monday nights post to arrive at the sorting office for today, to then be posted out tomorrow. An post were back in action on Monday so I can't see there being a delay as long as Friday

Bananaleaf

Mine arrived in the post this evening

Dub13

Got mine aswell

skyblue46

I'm sure mine will be tomorrow :-\

another world

I'm looking for an entry to the half. If anyone's looking to sell, can you send me a PM. Thanks

AlFoley

another world wrote: »

I'm looking for an entry to the half. If anyone's looking to sell, can you send me a PM. Thanks

Keep an eye on Bohermeen AC Facebook page. A couple of people on there giving away numbers.
https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=651514338525105&id=132411123768765

sideshowbob321

Pacers announced every ten minutes from 1.30 to 2.10

Ray Donovan

Number arrived today thankfully!! Any idea where to park?

sideshowbob321

Ray Donovan wrote:

Number arrived today thankfully!! Any idea where to park?

It's a kind of organised free for all..... get as close as you can and you'll be directed to the nearest available side of the road!!
It's well run but don't leave it til last minute as your likely to be around 1/2 mile from the start at the clubhouse

Mileybichon

Does anyone have link for instructions for the race tomorrow? Wondering about bag drop + parking? Can't find the email

JMSE

If you like the bohermeen ac page on fb you'll find their instructions..

But the directions for those heading from Dublin would be to exit the M3 at j9 and go left out the N51 for 1 or 2k to where we'll be directed to the right hopefully for the parking and start.

Bananaleaf

Mileybichon wrote: »

Does anyone have link for instructions for the race tomorrow? Wondering about bag drop + parking? Can't find the email

From the email:

We would urge people to car pool where possible and arrive in good time (from 9am to 9.30) as to avoid traffic delays. Parking maybe be in a range of 1 mile.

EVENT LOCATION:

RACE HQ; Bohermeen Community Centre,
Bohermeen, Navan, Co. Meath

Click HERE for directions and location

BAG DROP

At race HQ, goods left at participants own risk


RACE START TIMES

10k start 10.30 am

Half Marathon start 11.00 am

You can collect your t shirt and medal after you cross the finish line. We have a participant checklist for you ensure your registration details are correct.

skyblue46

I was down in Navan today so went out for a little nosey. Tent type thing set up on the pitch at the community centre which I assume is the back drop. Plenty of portaloos as well. Parking will be tricky I'd say.

Unthought Known

skyblue46 wrote: »

I was down in Navan today so went out for a little nosey. Tent type thing set up on the pitch at the community centre which I assume is the back drop. Plenty of portaloos as well. Parking will be tricky I'd say.

Did you get your number S?

skyblue46

Unthought Known wrote: »

Did you get your number S?

Ah yeah I got it yesterday morning. Drove a lap today. Nice and flat.

sideshowbob321

Good luck today all

Djoucer

That was a great race. Super organisation, well marshalled and very friendly.

Well done all. Decent conditions. Bit of wind in parts and was surprisingly warm.

Bananaleaf

My first time doing this race. I liked it - the two loop thing wasn't the issue at all that I thought it would be for me mentally. Put everything I learned at Lusk last yr (race series) in place and knocked 17mins off my time. Delighted!

Have never felt pain in my calves like it. Worth it though.

The delayed start didn't bother me at all as I was late getting to the start and thought it would have begun, so pleasant surprise for me although I gather some will be annoyed by that.

Volunteers on course were very encouraging - thank you to them. The little cups of electrolytes at the end were brilliant! Food after was great. Course wasn't easy, but wasn't too difficult. As Goldilocks herself said, it was just right.

Results - https://www.myrunresults.com/events/meath_spring_half_marathon__10k/2427/results