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Bucklers Hard, New Forest 12th June 2010

Bucklers Hard - Race review for 26th June

The New Forest was the location for the second of four Sheactive Every Woman's Duathlons this year. The fantastic location of Bucklers Hard lends to a beautiful setting for the race. The tiny hamlet in Hampshire lies on the banks of the Beaulieu River. Transition overlooked the water and the Georgian cottages that run down to the river. The weather was perfect for a duathlon, cool and dry.

This year saw the event evolve into two distances, one for novices with a 2.5k run / 10k bike / 2.5k run and a longer challenge distance 5k run / 20k bike / 5k run. The 9am start time was split into two waves 3 minutes apart to give the pack a chance to spread out on the run. The run route, an out and back course, was very wet due to the deluge a day before. Once again though it was the deceptive hill back up to transition that had many puffing.

The bike route was improved this year, with the 10k being one loop and the 20k being two loops. This new route was undulating, and there were a few horses to navigate around, but all in all it was scenic and enjoyable.

By the time the final runners were coming over the timing mat at 11.30am many had already had their free massage and were taking in the scenery while relaxing their weary legs on the grass banks.

If you want to take part in one of our events, the next stop on our calender is Bristol on the 26th of June, so don't delay and sign up today!

On the banks of the Beaulieu River, in the heart of the New Forest National Park, you will find the peaceful haven of Buckler’s Hard. 2010 will be the 2nd year the Every Womans Duathlon series will be be held in this picturesque enclave.

Although you may get slowed down on the cycle by the roaming ponies and cows, the course is more undulating but not too challenging The run route follows the Beaulieu river before meandering through the woods and returning to the finish line and a well deserved BBQ lunch.

For Bike Hire Click link http://www.forestleisurecycling.co.uk/contactus.asp

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Saturday 12th June
Bucklers Hard, New Forest

Saturday 12^th June 2010

Location: Bucklers Hard, Brockenhurst, Hampshire, SO42 7XB

Novice Distance:run/walk 2.5km – bike 10km – walk/run 2.5km
Challenge Yourself Distance: run/walk 5km – bike 20km – walk/run 5km

Scheduled start time: 9am
Entry Closing Date: 06/06/2010
Novice Distance Entry Fee: £32.00
Challenge Distance Entry Fee:£36.00

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