first race bling of 2016!

well managed the Snowdonia trail half marathon even with dodgy achilles, I'll post a full review soon about this very,very cheeky half marathon! (when I can think straight again) it has been a long day....

here is picture of my race bling though :)

what started out as a pleasant 5 mile run on a sunny day was a nasty last few miles due to the dreaded runners belly ache! lesson learned when you know you have not drank enough fluid during the day, do NOT try to fool yourself wait a while to run and get the fluids down yourself first...

Gareth

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Robens Starlight 2 - 2 berth tent - REVIEW

I finally plucked up courage to purchase a new tent (thanks to my creditcard!), anyway after looking at around at what was available in my budget I settled on the Roben Starlight 2, a few reasons its light enough at 2.6 kg, but roomy enough for me and gear for a comfortable night. The Startlight 2 also is waterproof rating 5000mm hydrostatic head and reviews I read said it held out water better than some competitors around the same price. The Starlight 2 is also INCREDIBLY easy to pitch, now I know a lot of lightweight tents are easy to pitch but due to the Starlight 2's build of one central support pole and 4 built in short supports, one at each corner means you can throw this up in no time on your own.

I have run a test pitch and it took a couple of mins to pitch on a windy day, easy to pack. A good feature is the one pole is sturdier than some other support poles on tents I've used when you flex it you are not scared your going to hear a snapping sound!. once the flysheet is up its easy to attach the inner layer, but its easy enough to leave attached and pitch as one in future.

Here is some photo's, I'll be updating this review as I use the tent and in varied conditions.

Here is a link to the ROBENS website for more info if anyone is interested.

I purchased this tent from Blacks in their sale at £119.99, as there was a discount code for new customers that got me 15% off!

update coming soon, thanks for reading

Gareth (TheTryAth)

New Tent has arrived so new review on the way...watch this space!

Really hot day out there on today's 5 miler, also achilles still tight very tight on first mile or two so stride pattern felt uncomfortable...all in all the run was not my best but I enjoyed being out and that is the main reason, I struggle with expecting the best run and faster every time...it will not happen! some will be good some will be not as good, but I have to learn to see the positives in every run and they are there...just have to remind myself why I run :)

have a good day
Gareth (TheTryAth)

be nice! (to yourself)

A nice sunny 8 miles today, was a bit kinder to myself too as achilles was a bit sore I slowed pace and just took it easy rather than over doing it and pushing the pace.I know feel better for the run and for remembering I need help myself and doing what I can is enough. :)

If starting out or struggling through injury think it is a common thought to try "push through", but sometimes we have to look after ourselves in the long run you avoid long term problems and you remember why you run...to enjoy it!

hope it has been a good weekend for all
Gareth (TheTryAth)