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Race 4 Wynyard, Findex 8.5km Handicaps, Race Brief, and Map

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This course starts at Gutteridge Gardens, Wynyard.  The race starts near the soundshell and heads north-west on the path until this ends at Jenner St.  The race then briefly follows Jenner St before following the track along the river.  At ~1.5 km into the run the track end and runners will cross the road entry into the Cape Bridge Picnic Ground and follow Table Cape Rd on the right-hand side footpath, over the bridge.  Immediately after the bridge, runners will cross the road and join the northern side of the river track.  The river track continues for~2.5 km until it reaches the Bass Highway.  The course then takes the footbridge across the Inglis river and then drops down onto the southern side of the river track for the ~2.5 km return to Table Cape Rd.  Runners then cross Table Cape Rd and return to the Start/Finish along the same route as initially taken.

1. There are two crossings Table Cape Rd and there are short sections where the course follows Jenner St and the Esplanade.  Runners are strongly reminded that they do not have right of way and that they are expected to take due care at all crossings.

2. There are sections of exposed tree roots, stairs and variable lighting.  It is suggested that runners avoid using sunglasses out on course.

3. Please be aware we are sharing paths with the public and need to give other users due consideration.

4. There is limited parking in the Gardens carpark, so please leave this for other patrons and people with mobility problems or small children. There is parking at the wharf and in nearby streets.

By Hayden Bishop, ago

A message from your Handicappers…

Handicapping runners is a daunting task, endeavouring to be fair and just to all competitors.

A Handicapper is appointed at our Annual General Meeting. It is a voluntary position and it requires a considerable amount of time dedicated to the task each and every week.

It should be noted that there are notes on the PCCCT Website (found here) in reference to Handicapping. That article stipulates that each and every handicap is at the Handicapper’s discretion which means no other person will have a say in handicaps.

A Base Handicap is allotted to each runner over a 5 km distance. That handicap is just a guide to set handicaps for a particular race which enables adjustments to be made taking in all scenarios as outlined on the Website. In essence your handicap may vary from week to week .

If a runner is competing at his/her best and doesn’t take the opportunity of winning when it arises you may miss out in obtaining that accolade as other competitors may have a better opportunity going forward . (No holding back or you might miss the boat)

A note of interest. We endeavour to get 30 runners within 3 minutes of the finish time each week. 

Your Handicappers,

Pat McMahon

Greg Smith

By Hayden Bishop, ago

Race 4 Wynyard, Findex 8.5km Handicap Preview

The PCCCT – Running Club heads west this Sunday for the Findex 8.5km Handicap at Wynyard, returning for a third time to a course that is rapidly becoming one of the Club favourites.

The out-and-back course starts at Gutteridge Gardens, utilising the trails and board walks along both sides of the Inglis River so no road-running is required. The course will suit agile runners, with quick thinking and movement required as the course is windy and undulating.

One runner who fits the bill perfectly is Aaron Robertson. After missing the first race of the season, Robertson returned with a good run at Don and then improved to finish eighth last week at Port Sorell. He will also be suited by the extra distance and could easily break the tape.

Ben Young missed the Port Sorell race and so retains his good handicap which, no doubt, he will be keen to take advantage of here.

Ross Smith looks to be another strong chance. He has two top ten finishes under his belt this year and will be keen to break through.

Felicity Lovatt impressed in her only run this year returning after an injury and will look the winner at some stage while first year runner Allison Goodwin has impressed with her efforts to date.

Others to keep an eye on include Josh Febey, Ellen Burgess and Liam Burley.

Runners are reminded that entries are online only and close at 6pm Friday. New members are always welcome and are encouraged to check our website. www.pccct.org

The main race will commence at 9:30am while the nominated time event will start at 9.

By Rod Viney, ago

Race 3 Port Sorell, The Trend Shed 7km Handicap Report

Race three of the PCCCT – Running Club’s season was run at Port Sorell on Sunday.

The The Trend Shed seven-kilometre handicap is a loop course run mostly on scenic bush tracks although there is a road section in the middle part of the race. The event proved very popular with a good field attending, including nine first time Club runners.

In his third season with the Club, Devonport athlete Anthony McCullagh broke through for his first victory. This followed an impressive fourth on a similar course last week at Don.

McCullagh is showing great improvement in his form this year as he has begun running with the Meercroft Park training group. This has meant that instead of just doing consistent slower pace runs, he is now undertaking interval training, tempo runs and hill work. His aim now is to continue his improvement and remain competitive for the remainder of the season.

He had a comfortable margin of 29 seconds to the fast-finishing second-placed Ben Brockman, while the consistent Jason Scott ran into third ahead of Ross Smith and Josh Febey.

Felicity Lovatt made a promising return from injury with a strong run into sixth while debutant Liam Burley ran from the third back mark to finish a good seventh.

Evan Brett was the fastest male (24:15) with Isabelle Sharman recording fastest of the women (29:08) in her first run with the Club.

Earlier the nominated time winners were Lachie Riley, Brian Paine and Howard Crispin.

By Rod Viney, ago

Race 3 Port Sorell, The Trend Shed 7km Handicap Results

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Well done to the 61 starters in The Trend Shed 7km Handicap at Port Sorell this morning.

Congratulations to Anthony McCullagh, who won from Ben Brockman and Jason Scott.

Fastest Male was Evan Brett (24:15) and Fastest Female was first time runner to the club, Isabelle Sharman (29:08)

Nominated Time winners were Lachie Riley, Brian Paine, and Howard Crispin.

By Hayden Bishop, ago

Race 3 Port Sorell, The Trend Shed 7km Handicaps, Race Brief, and Map

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This course consists of a mix of road and off road track starting at the end of Port St, Port Sorell. The starting location has changed in 2022, with runners starting and finishing at the end of Port Street on the road near the boat ramp. Runners will head west along the esplanade before crossing the Panatana Rivulet via the footbridge. After crossing the rivulet, the course takes an anticlockwise loop following the trails, crossing Panatana Dr and continuing until the trail meets Milldan Rd. Here runners will head north along Milldan Rd briefly before turning right into Jefkins Dr, following this road for approx. 800 m before a turnaround and returning to Milldan Rd. The course then follows Milldan Rd north until the end of this road which leads directly onto trail. Runners will follow this trail until the footbridge to complete the loop before re-crossing the bridge and returning the start area to the finish chute.

Please do not park along the esplanade or near the start/finish chute. There is a car park at the park, as well as on street parking up Port Street.

  1. There are two road crossings at Panatana Dr and Milldan Rd. Runners are strongly reminded that they do not have right of way and that they are expected to take due care at all crossings.
  2. The off-road sections of the race are relatively easy, but there are sections of exposed tree roots and variable lighting. It is suggested that runners avoid using sunglasses out on course.
  3. When warming up and moving towards the start area, people are reminded that runners may be starting their race. Please take care to avoid interfering with runners already on course.
By Hayden Bishop, ago

Race 3 Port Sorell, The Trend Shed 7km Handicap Preview

Race 3 of the 2022 PCCCT – Running Club season will take competitors to Port Sorell this Sunday for the The Trend Shed seven-kilometre handicap.

The race will start adjacent to the Panatana Paddling Pool Family Park in South Esplanade before crossing the Rivulet and using tracks in the Squeaking Point area.

This course is similar to last week’s at Don and so it makes sense to look at last week’s results to try to select the main chances.

Chief among these must surely be Ben Young who not only finished second but that result followed another second in the first race of the season.

There is no runner in better form and if Young does not go one better here, it will certainly happen in the next couple of races

Andrew Winkel started from the very back mark last week and was just five seconds behind Young in finishing third. He could very easily turn the tables.

However, there is a host of other runners who will improve with a couple of events under their belts and would not surprise if they won. David Murton, Rhian Miles and Tony Abel, who loves this kind of terrain, are all chances, as is Anne Thomas who trains in the area and will have a home-ground advantage.

New runners are always welcome but must register for membership at www.pccct.org where entries for the race can also be made. These close at 6pm on Friday with the race to begin at 9:30am

There will be nominated time events at 9:00am.

By Rod Viney, ago

Race 2 Don, Cradle Coast Sports and Events 7km Handicap Report

Runners were greeted by a beautiful Autumn evening when they arrived at the Don Cricket Ground on Friday for race two of the season – the Cradle Coast Sports and Events 7km handicap.

The event was held Friday at 6pm to avoid a clash with Run Devonport on the following Sunday and was very well attended.

The course utilised the tracks beside the Don River and in the Don Reserve which made for some very enjoyable running.

Devonport runner, Cameron Bissett in his second season with the Club, broke through for his first victory.

Bissett has improved his times greatly from last year, training strongly over the summer, having been bitten by the running bug. He has been running consistently with PCCCT legend, Greg Smith, who no doubt has passed on many tips to aid Bissett’s improvement

He had to dig deep to hold off two strong backmarkers in Ben Young and Andrew Winkel with Anthony McCullagh a very good fourth just in front of Steven Tammens and race favourite Jason Scott.

Winkel recorded the fastest time for the men of (25:42) while Lyn Saint-John was fastest woman (29:14).

Other good performances were recorded by Tony Abel and David Murton while Ben Brockman and Josh Febey look like coming winners.

The nominated time winners were Florence Dutton, Malcolm Nutting and Lachie Riley.

By Rod Viney, ago

Race 2 Don, Cradle Coast Sports and Events 7km Handicap Results

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Well done to the 50 starters in this evening’s Cradle Coast Sports and Events 7km handicap at Don.

Congratulations to Cameron Bissett who won from Ben Young and Andrew Winkel.
Fastest male was Andrew Winkel (25:42) with Lyn Saint-John fastest female (29:14).
Nominated time winners were Florence Dutton, Malcolm Nutting and Lachie Riley.

By Hayden Bishop, ago

Race 2 Don, Cradle Coast Sports and Events 7km Handicaps, Map and Race Briefing

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The meeting place is at Don Cricket Ground, Don.

Please ensure you are at the start line for your posted handicap time. Race start is at 6:00pm.

Welcome to all new members.

Please be aware we are sharing paths with the public and need to give other users due consideration.

The course: The race starts on the cycle/walk track and starts with 855m out and 855m back over the Don River Bridge and along the Waverley Road track.

Continue past the start/finish and follow the track up to the pool carpark. Take the path across the top of the carpark, continue until you enter the bush and take the first path on the left. Stay on this sawdust path until it meets up again with the cycle/walk path at Don College. Follow this around to the right and continue back up to the pool carpark and then back to the start.

Care needed:

  1. The sawdust path does have some uneven patches.
  2. Take care crossing the road into the pool carpark and watch for vehicles.
     

Please keep COVIDSafe distance between you and other runners, especially if you are following someone else. Please read our COVIDSafe plan if you haven’t done so.

By Rod Viney, ago