Guest Posted October 3, 2018 Share Posted October 3, 2018 Whilst everyone is busy discussing less important issues, does everyone know that Norfolk is about to get it's first official marathon And here too I know I'm up for it, anyone else (Yes I'm aware this thread will sink like a stone) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisB Posted October 3, 2018 Share Posted October 3, 2018 If I could shed about 40 years, I too would give it a go. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 3, 2018 Share Posted October 3, 2018 I did my one and only marathon (well, 32 miles actually) running up and down Southend Pier, in a near gale, one February day in the mid seventies. We raised some money for a good cause (Muscular Dystrophy, I believe), but that one time, well and truly got the 'marathon bug' out of my system and I've never had the slightest urge to repeat the experience... But good luck 'jayfire' should you decide to enter a Norfolk marathon, at least you can be assured, that like Southend Pier, you'll be probably be running on the flat and in the wind too... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 3, 2018 Share Posted October 3, 2018 Good effort KF, well done. I've done dozens of marathons, and ultras up to the 100 mile mark, but having the chance to hopefully tie in a Sunday morning run, before returning to the boat for a quick cruise and then an evening in a broads pub during a week (or more) on board means I'll probably be writing this one into next year's running plans Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MauriceMynah Posted October 3, 2018 Share Posted October 3, 2018 I've done a few marathons in my time but gave up when they changed the name to "Snickers" 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 3, 2018 Share Posted October 3, 2018 They haven't always been called snickers? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
finny Posted October 3, 2018 Share Posted October 3, 2018 Now there is an idea Jay - a pub crawl marathon finny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 3, 2018 Share Posted October 3, 2018 If we tried really really hard I reckon we could tempt Mr Nog to join us in that one I'm starting my training right now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chelsea14Ian Posted October 3, 2018 Share Posted October 3, 2018 2 hours ago, Jayfire said: Whilst everyone is busy discussing less important issues, does everyone know that Norfolk is about to get it's first official marathon And here too I know I'm up for it, anyone else (Yes I'm aware this thread will sink like a stone) I have a problem running a bath,never mind a marathon. ? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unclemike Posted October 3, 2018 Share Posted October 3, 2018 there are a lot of us like that but surely we can sponsor jay for charity, both local and of his choice 5 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grendel Posted October 3, 2018 Share Posted October 3, 2018 or at least supply bacon butties en route. 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExSurveyor Posted October 3, 2018 Share Posted October 3, 2018 Run Forrest run Good luck with the run Jay, are you having a fundraising page thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BroadAmbition Posted October 3, 2018 Share Posted October 3, 2018 I once went into a serious training programme to attempt a marathon, that would have been around 83-ish, Never did get to do it though as the RN, going to sea and the like kept getting in the way. I have no intention of brooding over that particular 'Ambition' not fulfilled. However I wish you the best in your efforts and have nothing but admiration / respect, and yes a tiny bit of jealousy for those that have the time / dedication to achieve such a feat Griff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Polly Posted October 4, 2018 Share Posted October 4, 2018 I think we can exercise our sponsorship muscles as Mike says, and from the safety of our computer chairs! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 4, 2018 Share Posted October 4, 2018 Ahh, thanks everyone for your offers of sponsorship. The purpose of this thread was just to advertise the event plans, however after the wonderful offers, nearer the time if I run for charity I will let you all know, although next week I should get my annual rejection magazine from the London Marathon ballot (only managed to run that one once). Thanks everyone for being so kind Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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