Comments on: Great North Run 2008

By: Running Top

Running Top — Tue, 19 Oct 2010 06:42:58 +0000

I have done this race three times. first time i under estimated it! It feels way hillier than it looks (although someone told me its a ‘down hill’ course. Second time had a hydration problem, and third time got the time i wanted. But like the comments re the metro. The trip from South Shields to the airport is harder than the run!

By: warriorwoman

warriorwoman — Sun, 27 Jun 2010 07:20:00 +0000

Thanks for the tip Ash. I’m doing it again this year and staying in Newcastle. The trip across to North Shields will probably be far more enjoyable than waiting in line at the South Shields metro.

By: Ash

Ash — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 21:14:30 +0000

The GNR is a great race, with regards to access etc a tip from a local:

When you finish, hang around for a couple of drinks in the beer tent until the crowds slightly ease, then have a slow stroll up into South Shields town centre and perhaps another drink on the way. Head for the ferry landing and have final drink in the Alm, then jump on the ferry (usually little to no queue by 4/5pm) across to North Shields and either have a walk or taxi into Tynemouth or the Royal Quays to your hotel. It is a lot less stressful and most pleasant getting the breeze from the Tyne while crossing the river. I am fortunate in that I live in North Shields, so can toddle off home once I get off the ferry

I was inspired to first do the GNR when sitting outside the Wooden Doll in North Shields I could see across the river to the Marquees, Charity tents, hoards of people cheering and shouting, and of course the fabulous red arrows going overhead. Topping it off was some of the first finishers hopping on the ferry and joining their family for a drink at the same Wooden Doll when many were still crossing the line (jammy buggers!).

By: Roads

Roads — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 18:26:29 +0000

Well done, Angela – what a great run!

I agree with you about the GNR. Logistically, it’s such a struggle, and the congestion on the course is unbelievable. But the race is a one-off, and worth running for that reason alone.

Finishing beside the sea and in the sunshine is wonderful, and that pint will have surely tasted even better.

By: Speed Racer

Speed Racer — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 13:19:53 +0000

Yessssss! I hate that virtual partner. She’s such a bitch! I hope you gloated lots when you beat her sorry ass.

Congratulations on such a solid race! I love it on those days when you realize that training is overrated and you can pull a great performance out of your ass without all that unpleasant training, thank you very much! Although, running doesn’t seem that unpleasant to you lately. What HAPPENED?! You’re not going to go turning into a running geek on me, are you?!

By: Emma

Emma — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 14:55:35 +0000

Pizza? I was thinking the vodka sounded good!

Well done!

By: Suzan - SHS1

Suzan - SHS1 — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 23:00:17 +0000

Fantastic time, really well done on your hard work. You are truely a runner now!
Mum & Dad look v proud!

By: Celeste

Celeste — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 11:16:19 +0000

Yet more insporation coming from your blog. I’m sure there are quite a number of us who are truly impressed with your efforts. And overtaking walkers is something I dream about!! Well done!!!!

By: Adele

Adele — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 10:51:52 +0000

Lovely photo, you look fresh considering you’ve just done a half! Your account makes me want to sign up, it sounds excellent!

By: Highway Kind

Highway Kind — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 09:27:42 +0000

Well done. You look very happy (and rightly so)

More races should offer pizza as running fuel. It is the way forward