Twelve Harriers took part in the short and steep Pendle Fell Race on Saturday. Cramming a total ascent, and descent, of 1500 feet into its four and a half mile length the race is a fast and tough workout. The Ladies team were once again successful with Claire Duffield, Helen Hodgkinson, Moyra Parfitt and Paula Howarth making up the winning quartet.
Simon Galloway was first over the line in a time of 42:23, with Claire Duffield 40 seconds further back to take 5th place in the women’s standings. Moyra Parfitt finished first lady vet60 to add to the prize haul.
There was also success for Todmorden Harriers growing band of triathlon enthusiasts at the Ampleforth Legwarmer Triathlon this weekend. A competitive field of 200 gathered near Helmsey for the inaugural event, which was a British qualifier for this year’s age group European Championships.
Sarah May and Sarah Warburton both recorded wins in their respective age categories with Chris Preston 7th in her category.
Sarah May, competing under Monmouth Triathlon Club’s flag, exited the 750m pool swim in 23rd place, but after recording the fastest time over the two lap 39k cycle route had moved up the standings, and a quick second transition put her within 22 seconds of the lead. After a solid performance in the 10k run she was rewarded with a tremendous 3rd place in the women’s standings.
Further down the field three Harriers were having an exciting battle all of their own. Sarah Warburton exited the pool swim ahead of John Preston, before Phil Hodgson moved ahead of the pair by the end of the cycle section. The run then turned things on their head as John Preston led the trio in across the line, all finishing within 2 minutes of each other.
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