KR Long Run Sunday
Steve Kibble
Greetings KRew
I saw an article in the paper the other day saying that this rain is likely to continue through the rest of autumn. Not that that will ever stop the hardy souls of the KRew who relish a run, no matter what the weather! As I always say, “There is no such a thing as bad weather, just bad clothing choices!”
This weekend is a big weekend in the life of KR with some big events and the KR Long Run on Sunday.
Firstly, a contingent of the KRew will be up in the Blue Mountains for the UTA. There are several distances to choose from including now a 100mile (162km) event. I know we have one person in the Miler, plus several in the 100k, 50k and 22k runs. Go well everyone we look forward to reading about it on Strava!
Then on Sunday there is a group of the KRew heading to Victoria to participate in the very popular Great Ocean Road Marathon. Go well and can’t wait to see the photos of the stunning coastline.
Also, on Sunday out at Sydney Olympic Park will see another group of the KRew toe the start line for the Sydney 10. This flat, fast 10k is a very popular race and I’m sure we will see many PBs set as the KRew push themselves around the various stadiums at Olympic Park. Go well and enjoy the cheers as you cross the line.
If you have not signed up for any of these great races, never fear, because is hosting the monthly KR Long Run starting at 7am at the usual spot. This week we are heading out to Manly, for a one-way trip, so bring your Opal card for the ferry ride home. And of course we are offering 10, 20 and 30k options all designed to help you get to your running goals. See the post on FB for more details.
KR Shop is now open! We will open the shop this week so that you can order your awesome KR gear in time for the City2Surf and Sydney Marathon in August. Also, time to order your jacket and hoodie in time for the coming Winter. Don’t wait order NOW! https://kirribillirunners.org/shop/
Last weekend about 40 of the KRew joined a Metro Pub Excursion. A great time was had by all, check out the post for photos and post-event rundown.
Upcoming Events
Next KR long run will be Sunday 18th May and we will be heading out to Manly on the 20k and 30k options. If you would like to lead one of the groups for any of the distances, please see Tully I know he is keen to get youinvolved.
Upcoming Races
Many local and Australian 2025 races are now open for registration and if you think you will run any of them, I encourage you to sign up straight away as they will sell out. (Both Gold Coast marathon and half marathon, along with Melbourne marathon have already sold out.) UPDATE: A ballot has just opened for a few Gold Coast Marathon spots. Check it out if you fancy a trip to the Gold Coast to run the flattest marathon in Australia.
Mini-Mos has offered KR a discount code to get 10% off the entry price. If you fancy a quick 10k on Sunday 15th June. Use code RUNNER10
The Bay to Bay Running Festival 2025 on Sunday 15th June has just opened registrations. This is a hugely popular event that runs from Woy Woy to Gosford and last year was a sellout. I know a lot of the KRew will want to do this race, so sign up now and join the Kirribilli Runners team for a great morning of running on the central coast. https://www.baytobay.org.au/
Real Insurance 10k and 5k on Sunday 27th July has just opened for registration. This is flat fast event along the harbour foreshore in the city. A great event that usually attracts a lot of the KRew to lace up and get out for a quick 5 or 10k. Make sure you mention that you are a Kirribilli Runner at registration. https://harbour10.com.au/harbour10/
City2Surf 2025 is now open and really selling fast. Latest is that C2S is now 88% sold out! Get in fast and join 60 or more of the KRew on the annual dash from the city to Bondi Beach. https://city2surf.com.au/
City2Surf 2025 team registration has eventually opened, and KR Team Captain Tully has all the details. If you register now join the team with the password: KR2025 For those of us already registered is a little more complex and Tully will get back to us all with the details. Current UPDATE: Tully is still working out how to get those of us already registered onto the KR Team stay tuned for updates.
Sydney Marathon, has been moved to 31st August and the ballot entries have now closed and entries confirmed. If you missed out, consider becoming an official volunteer or coming down and supporting the KRew.
Bare Creek 20k Trail Race will be held on 2nd November. In KR I know we have a lot of trail runners, those who think that spending the day out on the trails running mountains and fording streams is the only way to be free. This year I hope we can get a big contingent of the KRew up to Acron Oval to take on this beautiful course in Garrigal National Park. https://barecreektrailrun.com.au
For a friendly, low pressure local race series that is very reasonably priced, has various distances on offer and held is some of the most scenic parts of Sydney, check our Sri Chinmoy. https://au.srichinmoyraces.org/sydneyraces
Of course, there are many races throughout the year that the KR will do, such as those out at Sydney Olympic Park and around the foreshore. We will highlight as many we think of, but if you have one to promote you think the KRew will love, let us know!
If you want to find some races for yourself, I highly recommend using The Running Calendar website which lists just about every race in Australia. If you find a race that has a KR Team and needs a code let me know. Or if you are the first KR to sign up for a race, please create a KR team and let me know.
https://www.runningcalendar.com.au/
Tuesday Speed Sessions these are held every Tuesday at the place Gore Hill Oval at 6:30pm. All Welcome! See you there!
If you are bringing bags tonight, Evelyn will be there with her car to hold them whilst you run. (But please pick them up as soon as we have finished the run!) Thank you, Evelyn very much appreciated!!
That’s a wrap for this week; remember to take care of yourself and others.
Keep running @everyone and happy trails,
Steve
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