Endurancelife Coastal Trail Series
A Hot Weekend of Action
Press Release / 02.06.2010
The Heddon Valley and Exmoor National Park played host to the final stop of the current Endurancelife Coastal Trail Series 09/10. Over 750 runners took on the distance challenges (ten km's, half and full marathon) as well as the 25 degree heat, there were plenty of medals and water available. All the routes stuck to the coast providing breath taking views which spurred the runners across the undulating terrain. The varied terrain also provided some welcoming shade under the mature trees clinging to the steep cliffs.
Trail runners were attracted to the area from across the UK. Winner of the Marathon Adrian Jones from Cardiff, posted a blisteringly fast time of 3:44:31 on his 41st birthday said "the temperature soared though out the day so hydration was critical and I had this all organised. I really enjoyed the course with the spectacular views, catching long distance views of the coastline was incredible. A highlight was running up parallel to the cable car in Lynton. All credit to the Endurancelife team for ensuring everyone had plenty of water available.�
Giles Savage from Exeter won the 10k race having entered all seven events over the last seven months said "winning this was a great way to cap off the races which have proved a great way to enjoy the UK’s awesome coastline. The Heddon Valley is truly a hidden gem which many people simply don’t know it’s on their doorstep.�
Ellen Robinson came first in the half marathon said "the course is brutal with lots of steep ups and downs, thankfully the amazing scenery and atmosphere means it is a real pleasure to take part in this wonderful event.�
James Heraty from Endurancelife said "this is the final stop of seven in the Coastal Trail Series 09/10 which has introduced runners to the UK’s fantastic coastline and many of the people taking part spend the weekend enjoying the location. The Heddon Valley and Exmoor National Park are truly inspiring locations and the perfect setting to finish the current Coastal Trail Series. A big thank you to all the CTS 2010-11 sponsors: Inov-8, Clif, and For Goodness Shakes.�
All Photos and a full list of results can be found at www.endurancelife.com
The dates for the new 10/11 Coastal Trail Series were also released, which kicks off in September at a brand new venue – The Isle of Wight. This is the first of ten challenges in the new series which also sees the addition of Anglesey, Sussex plus a secret location final.See All Event Posts
