tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36499493.post7295840337410375383..comments2024-03-29T07:47:38.538+00:00Comments on Running in Cork, Ireland: Results of the Bay Run Half-Marathon - Sun 1st May 2011John Desmondhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02156613639160765654noreply@blogger.comBlogger18125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36499493.post-45578326866669258342011-05-11T09:04:02.652+01:002011-05-11T09:04:02.652+01:00I enjoyed the run - it's a beautiful route. T...I enjoyed the run - it's a beautiful route. There is room for improvement though:<br /><br />1. It's not acceptable that the t-shirts were only available in Men's size medium or large. Obviously these are unsuitable for many of the female runners. <br /><br />2. The water cups are very difficult to manage. There should be small bottles at the water stations. <br /><br />3. I Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36499493.post-87746473958937972062011-05-05T14:29:42.331+01:002011-05-05T14:29:42.331+01:00I know the organisers and I'm fact one is a ke...I know the organisers and I'm fact one is a keen runner taking part in many events.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36499493.post-64270286856383313522011-05-04T19:41:07.016+01:002011-05-04T19:41:07.016+01:00Bay Run is a great event on a lovely scenic course...Bay Run is a great event on a lovely scenic course.<br />But pity the t-shirts were not available in Ladies as well as mens sizes. All us slim petite runners are lost in them so of no use at all. Had expected a snug fit under armour top????<br />Also, category prizes ? Would expect cash prizes from this price entry fee. Free entry to Bay Run 2012 is not acceptable.<br />More water on the street Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36499493.post-37848042089723693592011-05-04T11:45:37.656+01:002011-05-04T11:45:37.656+01:00Yeah, I'd also like to know about the timing m...Yeah, I'd also like to know about the timing mat... my text message said it was at the half way point but I could swear it was after mile 5. Then on the website, we have two 'splits' before our finish time (I don't remember a second timing mat on the course at all, did anyone else?). <br /><br />Also, I know I just managed to pass someone before the finish line but the second ElmerMhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05242861473986626630noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36499493.post-17531622246299275102011-05-04T10:57:14.258+01:002011-05-04T10:57:14.258+01:00Water cups are a disaster, this is a big cost even...Water cups are a disaster, this is a big cost event (50 Euro plus) and they should do better here, 250ml small bottles and a water sponsor should be achievable and should be seriously considered, Course is a nice route though.<br />What was the story with the first timing mat?<br /><br />Keith (Cork)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36499493.post-12687000447364476252011-05-03T21:32:14.499+01:002011-05-03T21:32:14.499+01:00A well organised race and i was delighted with the...A well organised race and i was delighted with the great bus service to and from Bantry, very organised and i thoroughly enjoyed it thou tough enough run:) great medals too and very impressive t-shirt. Found the same with d water stations thou,had more water al over my face than in my mouth with d water cups, think the small bottles would be easier for runners:)chivnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36499493.post-50367411979639905262011-05-03T20:41:02.243+01:002011-05-03T20:41:02.243+01:00One of the best organised events I have ever taken...One of the best organised events I have ever taken part in. <br />Loads of buses beforehand to drop us to Glengarrif. 5 mins to get race number and chip. Great atmosphere among stewards, gardai and spectators. Big finishing area and lots of water, nutrition bars and bananas at the end. The Tech Tshirt is the best I have received after any race(including Dungarvan). <br />All in All a great day. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36499493.post-9552062597417780392011-05-03T08:57:36.785+01:002011-05-03T08:57:36.785+01:00First year doing the run as well and was very impr...First year doing the run as well and was very impressed everything seem to run very smoothly at both the start and finish lines as well as the race hq number collection. The course itself was very tough in parts but nicely evened out with some long downhill sections I was a little apprehensive about it with some of the reviews I read as people made it out to be an extremely hard course but it Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36499493.post-59263197798257853002011-05-02T22:53:45.000+01:002011-05-02T22:53:45.000+01:00John, it would be a great help if they listed the ...John, it would be a great help if they listed the running club. This was part of the registration and helps to review after.<br />PatAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36499493.post-36320285035198882282011-05-02T21:48:45.793+01:002011-05-02T21:48:45.793+01:00Bottles Vs Cups is always a contentious issue. Bot...Bottles Vs Cups is always a contentious issue. Bottles are easier to drink out of but then the organisers will end up with bottles thrown everywhere between the water stations and the finish line.John Desmondhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02156613639160765654noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36499493.post-29011624569650753012011-05-02T21:20:54.088+01:002011-05-02T21:20:54.088+01:00Like the other contributors, I had an excellent ex...Like the other contributors, I had an excellent experience in this my second Bay Run. The only gripe that I would have is water distribution in plastic cups (rather than small plastic bottles)- a pet hate of mine. I find it difficult to take in water, whilst in full stride - again a minor gripe.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36499493.post-19254549375344626852011-05-02T19:19:58.350+01:002011-05-02T19:19:58.350+01:00I like thank everyone involved in the race for gre...I like thank everyone involved in the race for great race well steward great support from the locals and afterwards with the hot tubs. i would have like small bottles of water on the course as it was very hilly but i will be back next year with more peopleAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36499493.post-60734788220915676362011-05-02T16:37:57.119+01:002011-05-02T16:37:57.119+01:00If your Garmin measured 0.1 miles too long then th...If your Garmin measured 0.1 miles too long then that's a good sign.<br /><br />Note..<br />1) GPS watches are NOT super accurate<br />2) The course is meaasured by taking the racing line...i.e. corner to corner. You would have taken many of those bends wide and when you add them up, they amount to a fair bit extra.<br />3) They add on a very small percentage to the course to make 100% sure John Desmondhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02156613639160765654noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36499493.post-11610432086376330722011-05-02T16:35:05.654+01:002011-05-02T16:35:05.654+01:00can somebody tell me if their garmin clocked 13.20...can somebody tell me if their garmin clocked 13.20miles for this race,went on garmin connect and there are 5 other runners watches clocked .1 miles too much,do they know its suppose to be 13.1miles!!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36499493.post-70792614763710208412011-05-02T16:30:42.351+01:002011-05-02T16:30:42.351+01:00This was my 5th year doing the Bay run, and for su...This was my 5th year doing the Bay run, and for sure this was the most proffessional. No issue with Bags at the end ,all sorted in big tent area with plenty of stewards. Great support all the way. Windy Conditions made it more challenging this year. Hope to be back again. PatAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36499493.post-58925779336608867032011-05-02T15:53:33.792+01:002011-05-02T15:53:33.792+01:001st time doing this race,was very impressed.Great ...1st time doing this race,was very impressed.Great under armour t-shirt(maybe best race t-shirt around?!)and a medal.was very easy to collect chip etc at start and the traffic didnt seem a problem,will def be backAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36499493.post-6740813535904702132011-05-02T13:21:46.457+01:002011-05-02T13:21:46.457+01:00I was apprehensive after last years problems with ...I was apprehensive after last years problems with the bag area. But I have to say the organisers put on a great event yesterday. The whole thing went very smoothly. Well done to all involved. Will definitely do it again next year!<br />John, Cork.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36499493.post-78078281325600587342011-05-02T08:18:46.363+01:002011-05-02T08:18:46.363+01:00I must say I had an excellent experience. Well org...I must say I had an excellent experience. Well organised, great atmosphere, good challenging course and lots of encouragement along the way from both the locals and stewards. Good quality tech.t and medal. Free hot tubs and massages. Was my first half and I could not have chosen a better one. Congratulations to the organizers. I will be back.<br />Dee, Cork.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com