To see where individual Striders have finished click on the appropriate link. Many races log their results can on one of the two excellent websites dedicated to results namely race-results.co.uk and ukresults.net. If you are a member of Steel City Striders and have raced during July to September 2011 then your results should be on this page. If your result doesn't appear send your result through to the webmaster. See also The Long Distance Strider. Many photos used on this page are published courtsey of TAImages.com or xsfotoevents.com (from where the full sized photos can be purchased).

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A bright and mild late September morning saw a good field gather at Fairholmes Visitor Centre for this year's Nine Edges Endurance Challenge of 20 miles and some 3,000' of ascent. Whilst the walkers, climbers and some runners started as and when they arrived, the bulk of runners gathered on the bit of tarmac below Derwent Dam for a prompt 10am start. A mad dash across the field was followed by the somewhat slower climb up the steps in front of the dam wall, and after a brief respite, an equally tough and longer climb up onto Derwent Edge. These first 2-3 miles pretty much sorted the order of the field for the rest of the race. They're also the only bit of "fell" in the race - the rest is pretty much a trail run along the gritstone edges to Baslow. Steve H. had an excellent race, tussling with the leader into the last couple of km when he unfortunately succumbed to a minor stomach cramp. On this form, next year Steve should easily tidy up! The rest of us plodded along in our own little worlds, but praise must go to Adam & Kate who took this on with limited long-distance preparation, yet finished in very respectable times! The race was won by Richard Kemp in a time of 2 hours 41 minutes. There were 134 finishers.

The race was won by Paul Faulkner (Hallamshire Harriers) in a time of 16:25. There were 204 finishers.

Another great late summer's day for this 6.1 mile 1,200' ascent fell race.  A fast start soon lead to the tough climb up to Stanage, then along the top to High Neb, and downhill all the way to the finish (apart from two nasty but mercifully short climbs in the final 800 metres).  DPFR runners Rob Baker (39:07) and Pippa Wilkie (46:45) took the honours.  There were 321 finishers.

The race was won by an Carl Edgell (Hallamshire Harriers) in a time of 16:59. There were 219 finishers.

The sight of the organisers marquee flying down the home straight pursued by a dozen or so Wetherby Runners attempting to recapture it did not auger well as the remnants of Hurricane Irene battered Britain. Chip timing with a difference today as one Strider, lurking at the back of the field at the start, learned that the chip only operated on the finish line, not the start as well if you can work that out, and spent the next few minutes shoving his way closer to the front. This, together with excessive use of the whip in the final furlong could not keep 40 minutes at bay. The race was won by Paul Lockwoood of Wakefield in a time of 32:40 ahead of an impressive field of 927 finishers.

The Robin Hood marathon consists of two laps. The first is quite hilly and the second mainly flat, but quite exposed in places. The runners had to contend with very strong winds for much of the time, with miles 20-24 being pretty hard. The winners were Carl Allwood (Sutton and Ashfield) in a time of 2:38:40 and Sarah Harris (Long Eaton) - 7th in the race overall - in a time of 2:47:47. There were 1,405 finishers.

This race is incorporated within the full marathon. The highlight of the day was a tremendous debut in Striders colours by recent recruit Linda Haley, who smashed her PB by 12 minutes to secure 10th female placing, and 3rd FV40.  The course is not the easiest, with a few inclines to contend with, so this was a highly creditable performance. The winners were Elisha Tarus (Kenya) in a time of 1:05:52 and Chesang Dorcus (Run-Fast) in a time of 1:14:39. There were 5,513 finishers.

A stunning race by David Palmer who was just half a minute behind the winner D Thomson of Barnsley (35:21). The first women home was J Buckley (Penistone) in a time of 41:07. There were 213 finishers.

The race was won by Paul Faulkner (Hallamshire Harriers) in a time of 16:41. There were 216 finishers.

The winner was Ross Jones (Tipton Harriers) in a time of 1:09:09. There were 907 finishers.

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Richard Maxted

Senior Male

1:30:30

The winner was Tom Charles (Trafford AC) in a time of 31:43. There were 629 finishers.

The race was won by Neilson Hall of Bedford and County in 30:16; the first lady was Stacey Johnson of Cannock and Stafford AC in a time of 35:06. There were 562 finishers.

A mild, yet drizzly day saw a 16-strong Striders contingent take on one of the toughest local races consisting over 16 miles and with around 4000' of ascent. The weather obviously didn't dampen the spirits of other runners either as the field was up to nearly 200 this year. As usual, Steve led the Striders home with an excellent 11th place, followed some time later by 3 Striders within a minute of each other. Paul had taken a "different" route out of Padley Gorge which delayed him enough for yours truly to catch up with him. He did offer jelly babies, but I did note he didn't offer one of his celebrated Jam Butties. Dean decided to open up the race by slowing down at the end, but just a bit too late for myself and Paul. James put in an excellent effort with a bulkily taped-up ankle after a bad twist on a recce, finishing with a good run around the field. Barry chose this race for his longest ever run, and despite making some innovative route choices and leading fellow runners astray, managed a fantastic time, running right up to the finish line. For his 65th birthday, Old Rog tried to celebrate by dodging death on the hills. He was met at the end by a rowdy rendition of "Happy Birthday" from the group of remaining Striders and a happy birthday banner from his family. I think most of us were completely wiped out at the end of the race, although the provided cake did help take some of the cares away. An excellent race. Are you tough enough though? The winner was John Morgan (DPFR) in a time of 2:08:05. There were 192 finishers.

The winner was Ryan Smith in a time of 40:47. There were 146 finishers.

The race was won by Michael Sprot (Hallamshire Harriers) in a time of 16:59. There were 220 finishers.

A stunning late summer evening for this 4.8 mile, 950' ascent fell race.  Winners were Es Tresidder 30:24 (Dark Peak) and Rachel Chatwin (Pennine) 36:05.  There were 92 finishers.

Varied multi terrain course, with tarmac, gravel and woodland paths, several short sharp hills, a road crossing and 4 sets of steps thrown in for good measure. The race was won by Daniel Bradford of Shettleston Harriers in 32:55, first lady was Anna Brooks unattached in 47:06, there were 144 finishers.

The race was won by an unknown runner. There were 171 finishers.

The race was won by Nick Jones from Tipton Harriers in 31:34 and there were 658 finishers.

The race was won by David Sprot (Hallamshire Harriers) in a time of 16:24. There were 179 finishers.

Amongst the 12 Striders who competed in this race was one Nick Scott who trawled the depths of the Runner's Book of Excuses to claim that his poor performance was due to being knocked over by a scooter (propelled by a ten year old, not a Vespa) the week before the event! The winner was Matt Pierson from Holmfirth Harriers in 52:28. There were 344 finishers.

The race was won by an unknown runner! There were 164 finishers.

The winner was Daniel Agustus (Scarborough A.C.) in a time of 32:09. There were 392 finishers

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Richard Maxted

Senior Male

40:46

A round in the UK Ultra running championships, this race is 33 miles in length, climbs 7,300' and takes in Pindale, Cavedale, Hollings Cross, Kinder, Backtor, Lose Hill, Win Hill, Stanage, Burbage, Padley Gorge, Abney and back to Bradwell - a bargin of race @ 36p per mile! The race was won by Mark Anderson in 5:22:09. There were 98 finishers.

Fast flat course won by Mark Greenwood of The Army in 26:05 and Sarah Wilkinson from Morpeth in 29:03. Of the 65 finishers, 12 clocked a time under 30 minutes. Not sure about the details on the Power of 10 Rankings appearing with the results though; irritatingly incorrect although how relevant are pb's to veteran athletes?

The race was won by Rob Baker (Hallamshire Harriers) in a time of 16:04. There were 157 finishers.

A very warm evening saw a rather disappointing Striders turnout at Bradwell for what is a very well supported and fun short race.
As usual, the fast start along the main road into Bradwell drew the field out such that by the time we reached the steep climb up onto the moor race order was pretty much established. This is definitely one of the steepest climbs on the local race circuit, heading up 600' in the space of just over 1/2 mile. Once over the top though, you are treated to some great views and some nice fast running along tracks and over fell before a very fast descent of about 1 1/2 miles back to Bradwell Yours truly tussled with 2nd lady for a while inside the last mile, but she proved a little too strong in the end. Meanwhile Paul was showing a creditable performance for a fell newbie and Dean continues to show improvement every race. Great job by everyone on a night when we should have been relaxing with a beer by the pool rather than turning our lungs inside out on the hills. I know which I think is better though!. The winner was Andrew Thake (Hallamshire Harriers) in a time of 24:00. There were 122 finishers.

The race was won by Andrew Thake (Hallamshire Harriers) in a time of 15:56. There were 165 finishers.

Another summer fell race!  A great course with varied terrain.  6 mile, 1000' ascent.  Winners were Stuart Bond 43:11 and Helen Elmore 53:52.  There were 215 finishers.

The race was won by Taurus Elly of Salford Harriers in 32:37. There were 185 finishers.

The race was won by Robert Little (Dark Peak) in a time of 15:56. There were 201 finishers.

This short, sharp 4 mile 530' ascent fell race attracted Striders in a field of 126.  Winners were J Ross (Staffs Moorland) in 24:25 and L Gibson (Totley AC) in 28:49.

There were 547 finishers with Paul Butcher (Southwell Running Club) coming home first in 33:45

The race was won by Dan McGrath of Salford Harriers in 32:17. There were 124 finishers.

Distance an alleged 10k. We understand that our Strider was leading at 3km until he ran off course which may be the reason why he lost nearly a minute on the eventual winner, Fergus Cullen, who won in 38:44.. There were 141 finishers.

The winner was Matt Moorhouse (Salford) in a time of 1:14:37. There were 304 finishers.

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Richard Maxted

Senior Male

1:34:43

The race was won by Rober Baker (Hallamshire Harriers) in a time of 16:33. There were 189 finishers.

The winner was Gwynn Bellamy (Glossopdale) in a time of 29:24 . There were 213 finishers.

Striders won the women's team prize - the team was Sarah Bannister, Carol Beattie, Amanda Cattell and Doreen Goodwin. There were 554 finishers with Kevin Lilley from Sheffield RC winning the race in 36.08.

The race was won by Steve Leverton of NDRC  in 18:07. There were 114 finishers.

The race was won by Andrew Challenger (Hallamshire Harriers) in a time of 16:22. There were 228 finishers.

The winner was Rod Smith in a time of 36:09. There were 104 finishers

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Richard Maxted

Senior Male

40:25

It was a warm and sticky evening for this year's Hathersage Gala fell race, but that didn't put off Striders, giving us another great turnout for a fell race. Simon Bennett turned up to make sure that Paul doesn't have it all his own way whilst Steve H is on sick leave, and a marvellous job he did too! The rest of us sweated and struggled our way around a tough but enjoyable route from Hathersage up to Over Owler Tor, then back downhill via a short, sharp climb up Higger Tor. All in all a nice evening, although would have been better just a little cooler. The winner was Stuart Bond (DPFR) in a time of 29:03. there were 243 finishers.

The race was won by Tewodrous Shiferaw in 28.53 (a new course record). There were 1436 finishers.

The race was won by Carl Egdell (Hallamshire Harriers) in a time of 16:58. There were 169 finishers.