The handicap is open to CVFR club members and is one of the very best reasons to join the club – where the spirit of competition and camaraderie is apparent in equal measure.
The Winter Handicap is a simple race – out, around Stoodley Pike and back to Stubbs Field in Mytholmroyd. The complication is in the planning and organisation of the event.
BS – 5.5 miles/1000ft - Sat 20th January 2024 - start times TBA
How it works
Runners set off at their appointed staggered start times – the slower runners starting earliest – with the objective of creating a mass finish. Whoever puts in the biggest effort in on the day will walk away with the trophy.
Start times are calculated based upon your recent performances at fell races. As no 2 races are the same, some magical calculations are performed by our Statto, which should theoretically give a prediction of how you will fare.
Members who have not taken part in enough recent races to have had an accurate start time calculated will be allocated an approximate start time and will be marked with an asterisk. Those runners who are marked with an asterisk will still be able to race for fun and glory, but would not be eligible for the trophy. Likewise if through injury, or whatever, you do not feel that you can achieve the estimated pace for yourself then you have the option of starting at whatever time you choose but will not be eligible to win the trophy if you choose your own start time.
Start times
The names on this list have a carefully crafted start time. This is based upon previous run data.
If your name is not on the list then you can run anyway, simply turn up on the day and state what time you wish to start.
Or contact Statto with some other race history and we may be able to calculate something.
Location
Register at Stubbs Field, Mytholmroyd. Grid Ref SE 006260. Then retire afterwards for free food at MCC.
How much
Traditionally this race is a free event for club members, but this year we are asking for a contribution of £3 to help cover some of the costs (please try and bring correct change). Thank you.
Race Organiser
Carolyn and Lee Shimwell: lee_shimwell@hotmail.com
Race requirements
Waterproof full body cover (Waterproof full body cover means a pair of waterproof trousers and a waterproof jacket with an integrated hood. Both items must have taped seams), hat and gloves must be carried as minimum but full mandatory FRA kit would be preferred. You will NOT be allowed to race without adequate kit for the conditions on the day.
Juniors
Junior must be 16 years of age. Juniors younger than 16 will only be able to run at the discretion of the junior coordinator and race organiser. Parental consent will also be sought by the race organiser prior to handicap day.
The handicap is in winter so full FRA mandatory kit must be carried. If any junior is in any doubt about what will be required and what conditions could be encountered then please have a chat with Andy Clarke our junior co-ordinator.
Route
Records
(Since 2003 only)
Male – Chris Holdsworth (2020) - 34:28
Female – Jo Smith (2006) - 42:48
Results
