A special mention for Bref O'Rourke and John Wood who finished in joint 5th place despite doing the course without listening to the final details. As a result they visited control 3 which was not in use, but in a sporting fashion, did not mention afterwards that this might in any way have impaired their performance. Also, Bill who managed a run out, in spite of being advised not to run by his physio, and for holding back Mark Edwards, and thereby reducing his points and position in the league table! Well done to everyone who finished before the course closed at 8.30, except for Ian Hodgson who arrived late and finished late! A good effort from many under the circumstances especially those who do not consider themselves great navigators, my thanks for turning up and swelling the numbers. Finally, well done everyone for providing the mobile numbers
and coming well prepared, 

Rob Bailey

Bill Pennell

Bref.
 

The event has been scored with only 7 controls (see rule regarding 'missing' controls - "In the event of a control being stolen, removed or placed incorrectly to the map position it will not count unless found by at least one person. Then it becomes active") and no penalties were awarded because of this.

Bill P.
 

Early runners Rob, Trev & Martyn all completed the course and returned the same time of 76mins, despite taking different routes - a dead heat looked on the cards until Ian raced in in 75mins. There was some discussion as to whether Ian's dog gave him an unfair advantage on the hills, but this was probably evened out when negotiating the stiles. The only control to cause some backtracking was 7 which was lower down the steep slope than some expected. While 9, which I felt would test folks, caused few problems. The nights Special Mention goes to goes to Bref, John & newcomer Glyn West who collected all the controls "walking" around in just 2 hours. For a non- competitive event there appears to have been a fair bit of switching lights off and even hiding going on.  Everyone seemed to enjoy the night which I enjoyed organising, thanks again for making it worthwhile - Bob Howe.

With only one NiteNav remaining things are VERY tight at the top. The eventual winner can come from either Rob,
Martyn or Mark dependant on the night's results. Watch this space! - Bill Pennell
 

Congratulations go to Martyn Hudson who not only won has first ever NiteNav but this was enough for him to clinch the series - well done Martyn. It was very close prior to tonight's event with 3 runners in contention but unfortunately the other two runners were not available due to holidays and work commitments. This essentially made it much easier for Martyn to take the title. A special mention goes to Bref O'Rourke who finished the series in an excellent 5th place, given that he is a 'walker' and only a year after knee replacement surgery. Once again my thanks go to all who competed and especially to all the course planners. The money collected will go to Cleveland Search & Rescue. There should be in excess of £60.

I hope to see you all again for the Summer Evening Specials. See website for details of dates and venues

Bill Pennell