One of the most popular events of the season takes place this week with the running of the Spreyton Cider Company five kilometre handicap. The race starts at the cidery and takes competitors on an out and back course through apple and cherry orchards.
This event is also the next in the trail race series and runners will be looking to secure points towards winning the titles for men and women.
Following on from his impressive fourth in the last five kilometre race, Alan Bakes will be the hardest to beat. Specialising in the shorter events, this will be right up Bakes’ alley and he should start favourite.
Karina Mason will once again look the winner for a long way and she could break through for a well-deserved win. She has been close on many occasions this year and must surely win soon.
Club handicapper, Nick Young, has started to show some good form and will be a chance. He is running from the handicap given to him by the previous handicapper and solid training has given him a chance to break the tape.
Others to keep an eye on include Russell and Ann Horton, Josh Febey and Michael Bates.
Members are reminded that entries close this Sunday for the half marathon conducted on July 22nd,
New runners are always welcome.
Entries close at 9:30 with the race starting at 10:00.
A nominated time event will be held at 9:05