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Great Limerick Run 2017 - April 30th

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  • #212
    Joeface
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    Pack contents


  • #213
    kerrylad1
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    Picked up one of them new (treaty balls) at the expo,for trigger points.Paul Murray is a top guy.Hope this venture works out for him.And hopefully it doesn't become an ornament like my foamroller has become.


  • #214
    chrislad
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    Best pack in the last couple of years! I'll actually use the drinks so that's a win compared to the last few!


  • #215
    JohnDozer
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    Rossierunner wrote: »
    Any further insights into the route for the full?

    Don't really know how to answer that? Any particular questions?

    The hills question has been answered a few different ways so might be covered? I'm not sure the new route is an improvement and can't say there is much of it that sticks out as being a nice part of the city to run. In saying that, the stretch running back in along the river/ canal path around miles 11/12 is new and should be good. It's just not long enough. I do think the last mile and a half is going to be much better than previous years. It's a gradual decline and should have good crowds of support all the way in. The out and back section from halfway to mile 18 isn't much other than housing estates either but I always enjoy running against oncoming runners.

    That's the main things that jump out at me but happy to try and answer specific questions you have too!

    Oh yes... the living bridge in UL is an experience running across it at the same time as a good few other runners! Lots of noise and vibration. Fun!


  • #216
    chrislad
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    The new canal into UL is very nice. Very smooth, as the paint is still drying on it! It's pretty wide too, but I doubt that will be an issue for the marathon numbers. Only negative would be the total lack of any support in that section.


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  • #217
    Cartman78
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    chrislad wrote: »
    Best pack in the last couple of years! I'll actually use the drinks so that's a win compared to the last few!

    Yep...it's not bad as those things go. Don't use the drinks myself buy deffo useful for anyone that does.

    Was amazed at the amount of sweet and doughnut stands - extreme last minute carb loading is well catered for.

    The car park was fairly chaotic when I was leaving (around 6.30)...tomorrow could be bedlam altogether...would advise to try and park off campus if ye can and walk...there's normally plenty of space around Milford Grange at the weekend.


  • #218
    oh_look_sheep
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    I am not a fan of writing my name on the race Bib. Hated it in 2015 and that hate is ongoing. Thinking of writing Cletus on it. Any other name suggestions?


  • #219
    ger664
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    Joeface wrote: »
    Pack contents

    Really disappointed that I wont be getting my annual supply of free wart cream this year


  • #220
    Cartman78
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    oh_look_sheep wrote: »
    I am not a fan of writing my name on the race Bib. Hated it in 2015 and that hate is ongoing. Thinking of writing Cletus on it. Any other name suggestions?

    Why not leave it blank if it bothers you that much??


  • #221
    Supercell
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    oh_look_sheep wrote: »
    I am not a fan of writing my name on the race Bib. Hated it in 2015 and that hate is ongoing. Thinking of writing Cletus on it. Any other name suggestions?

    Forrest.
    https://www.loughlinstown.ie/

    Have a weather station?, why not join the Ireland Weather Network - http://irelandweather.eu/



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  • #222
    Rebelbrowser
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    Just looked at a few weather models there for tomorrow and actually we just mightnt be too bad. Looks like there might be light enough and not even consistent rain in Limerick between 9am and 1pm tomorrow. Heavy rain close by so it could go either way. I always get ****e weather when I do a marathon so I am hoping I, and by extension everyone else, is due a break!


  • #223
    Supercell
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    Rebelbrowser wrote: »
    Just looked at a few weather models there for tomorrow and actually we just mightnt be too bad. Looks like there might be light enough and not even consistent rain in Limerick between 9am and 1pm tomorrow. Heavy rain close by so it could go either way. I always get ****e weather when I do a marathon so I am hoping I, and by extension everyone else, is due a break!

    I hope you are right, I'm not so optimistic, lets hope the rain is delayed a few hours. Definitely going to be a day to bring the rain gear and a change of clothes for the end.
    https://www.loughlinstown.ie/

    Have a weather station?, why not join the Ireland Weather Network - http://irelandweather.eu/



  • #224
    Cartman78
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    What's the story with bag drop for the 6 miler?

    Can't remember what was there before (?)

    Both calves have tightened up this morning so looks like my body is getting the excuses in early :-)


  • #225
    Insect Overlord
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    Hanging around for the Park Run in UL now, hoping it loosens out my legs after doing sprints on Thursday. :o It's cold!


  • #226
    Bulmers74
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    Best of luck to all pacing/running tomorrow.
    Just realised the half is starting at 10:30 so will have to adjust the spectating plans!
    At the front, Doody ran 2:32:3x in Rotterdam so not sure what shape recovery will put him in.


  • #227
    Rebelbrowser
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    Supercell wrote: »
    I hope you are right, I'm not so optimistic, lets hope the rain is delayed a few hours. Definitely going to be a day to bring the rain gear and a change of clothes for the end.

    Are people actually going to run in cold / wet weather gear tomorrow? Never done that for more than a half and would be worried about chaffing etc.

    Btw Supercell, easily known this isn't our usual forum!


  • #228
    ThebitterLemon
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    ger664 wrote: »
    Really disappointed that I wont be getting my annual supply of free wart cream this year

    And we all know how badly you need it Ger...:)

    TbL


  • #229
    Wise Old Elf
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    Best of luck to everyone, skipping it this year for various reasons, but aam out in UL collecting the OH's number and there's currently no queue, first time that's happened me :)


  • #230
    oh_look_sheep
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 13 ✭oh_look_sheep


    Cartman78 wrote: »
    Why not leave it blank if it bothers you that much??

    Ah, was just bringing some laughter to the thread by asking for suggestions, wasn't looking for a really serious reply. But thanks.


  • #231
    Cartman78
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    oh_look_sheep wrote: »
    Ah, was just bringing some laughter to the thread by asking for suggestions, wasn't looking for a really serious reply. But thanks.

    Fair enough....it's hard to tell here sometimes :-)

    The wind is really picking up now....might cause problems on exposed parts of the route


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  • #232
    OOnegative
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    A marathon thread with over 200 posts & not one reference to post race alcoholic beverages!!! Place is gone to the dogs!!!


  • #233
    HigginsJ
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    Rebelbrowser wrote: »
    Are people actually going to run in cold / wet weather gear tomorrow? Never done that for more than a half and would be worried about chaffing etc.

    Btw Supercell, easily known this isn't our usual forum!

    No special rain or cold gear, the temp will be 12 or 13 degree's you'll be fine running.


  • #234
    oh_look_sheep
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    OOnegative wrote: »
    A marathon thread with over 200 posts & not one reference to post race alcoholic beverages!!! Place is gone to the dogs!!!

    Well I recently won a bottle of champagne so might open that. But haven't drank since Xmas so even the smell of alcohol might be enough.


  • #235
    oh_look_sheep
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    What time is the half marathon on tomorrow?


  • #236
    Supercell
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    HigginsJ wrote: »
    No special rain or cold gear, the temp will be 12 or 13 degree's you'll be fine running.


    Black bin liner as a makeshift mac at the start line to keep the core warm wouldnt be a bad idea, can discard before the start.
    In Limerick now, feels pretty cold and blowy already.
    https://www.loughlinstown.ie/

    Have a weather station?, why not join the Ireland Weather Network - http://irelandweather.eu/



  • #237
    kerrylad1
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    OOnegative wrote: »
    A marathon thread with over 200 posts & not one reference to post race alcoholic beverages!!! Place is gone to the dogs!!!
    I went into the still house sports bar,opposite supermac,s last year.Few yards from the finish line,which helps.All the football will be on aswell.Met a good few runners in there afterwards.I'm looking forward to that pint tomorrow as much as the run itself.


  • #238
    aimie85
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    Thanks for the great replies past few weeks all, hope ye have a great run and enjoy the day tomorrow :)


  • #239
    Duanington
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    OOnegative wrote: »
    A marathon thread with over 200 posts & not one reference to post race alcoholic beverages!!! Place is gone to the dogs!!!

    Yep - he's back alright


  • #240
    Down South
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    Good luck to all running tomorrow. Hope the rain holds off.


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  • #241
    MrMacPhisto
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    Sorry if this has been asked already. Is there a bag drop tomorrow? And if so, where is it? Don't see much info on the website and forgot to ask at the expo.

    Thanks


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