tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36499493.post5159323580174242831..comments2024-03-29T07:47:38.538+00:00Comments on Running in Cork, Ireland: Entries for Fota Cheetah Race now closed...John Desmondhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02156613639160765654noreply@blogger.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36499493.post-42583138896356503492011-05-19T14:56:49.932+01:002011-05-19T14:56:49.932+01:00Have to agree with most of the posters in here... ...Have to agree with most of the posters in here... the €10 is well worth it as it is supporting the park AND it is a unique event in our running calendar that should be encouraged.<br /><br />I will also be at the back and be one of those 10 minute milers that the Cheetah will be chasing ;)<br /><br />Good luck to everyone running tonight and remember... have fun.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36499493.post-6186628729973357032011-05-19T13:19:01.923+01:002011-05-19T13:19:01.923+01:00I think the various events the day of Cork Maratho...I think the various events the day of Cork Marathon have a discount for unemployed, etc but it must be a nightmare to administer. I wouldn't suggest that Eagle draw trouble like that on their volunteers. It is a really beautiful course and clearly more than 800 think the tenner is worth it.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36499493.post-54321772064740430072011-05-19T09:45:20.129+01:002011-05-19T09:45:20.129+01:00As previously mentioned, part of that 10 euro goes...As previously mentioned, part of that 10 euro goes towards Fota Wildlife - so its more than worth taking part, in my opinion. I'm going to be right at the back of the mass of runners, simply taking in the views as there is no other race I can think of that will be like this!<br /><br />If a tenner is too much for some, okey dokey. Just stay at home and watch the box. :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36499493.post-12674131577180996832011-05-18T22:44:46.712+01:002011-05-18T22:44:46.712+01:00I can't believe the 2nd post in this thread! ...I can't believe the 2nd post in this thread! The race is unique - only the 2nd race in the world to be held in a zoo/wildlife park, and it's not the only 4 mile race that costs €10 to enter. Next you'll be wanting free entry to races! <br /><br />As for reduced rates for unemployed/pensioners - can the poster list any other races in and around Cork that offer reduced entry fees forAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36499493.post-13009001637845576442011-05-18T13:10:32.413+01:002011-05-18T13:10:32.413+01:00I'm with John D on this one..10 Euro is well k...I'm with John D on this one..10 Euro is well know in advance... My one and only issue with this run is the fact that 800 poeple in the small foot paths of Fota is just too many people. I've done the race twice now and honestly thought it was too crowded on both ocassions. However for a setting it's nice and Eagle put on a good show...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36499493.post-82385552031177837142011-05-18T09:25:29.123+01:002011-05-18T09:25:29.123+01:00Out of that €10, Fota will take a % as it is fundr...Out of that €10, Fota will take a % as it is fundraising for them.........and you get free access to the Wildlife Park and anyone you want to bring.<br /><br />As with all races, if you think it is too expensive then don't enter. Obviously 800 other people thought it was good value.John Desmondhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02156613639160765654noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36499493.post-33709650592816366072011-05-18T09:13:59.831+01:002011-05-18T09:13:59.831+01:00Guys,
Where were Eagle going with their 10euro En...Guys,<br /><br />Where were Eagle going with their 10euro Entry for a 4 Mile Race...<br /><br />Regardless of the free entry for Family etc, what about the individual that was running without bringing "baggage' with him to justify the Entry.<br /><br />Its non-sense and a bit of snobbery to say the least. Was there any provision made for the unemployed or Pensioner runners.<br /><br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36499493.post-24430261106222610622011-05-17T21:54:50.144+01:002011-05-17T21:54:50.144+01:00Damn and blast!Damn and blast!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com