Hares and Hounds 50 / 10 km
2008 saw last minute changes to the course due to heavy rain in the week leading up to the event. This didn't take anything away from the event and it drew another healthy field for both events (a 10km event having been added to the card since 2007).
GLASSHOUSE 50 mile / 50 / 30 / 11 k
A strong wind had risen overnight and the 80km run started in a swirling wind that was to remain for most of the event. Several first timers at the distance including Lisa Spink who took out 1st place female, David Waugh winning the male event.
Also of note was Kelvin Marshall's 200th ultra which saw him come second behind John Searston in the 50km.
The event as a whole was well supported with a total of 212 participants. Full results below including splits for the 80km and 50km
GLASSHOUSE Flinders Tour
Results for 2008 events are provisional:
GLASSHOUSE 100
2007
Record rain turned the course into a mudfest and everyone seemed to be having fun! Wet feet didn't dampen the spirits of trail runners and great results were posted despite the trying conditions.
- 2007 results here (PDF) or in Excel format
- 2006 results here
- Results to 2005 here
- Summary of all 100 mile results here
EQUIPMENT
Equipment is as subjective and varied as one's favourite beer (best analogy I could think of...) It is almost pointless discussing the specific merits of particular shoes, packs and apparel but very interesting nonetheless. Read more...
THE TRAIL RUNNER
"What on earth is all that for?" It’s a commonly uttered question as one watches a trail runner preparing for a Saturday outing in the hills… Vaseline, energy bars, sandwiches, fruit and nuts, 2 litre water bladder, map, compass, rain jacket, first aid kit... Read more...
TRY GLASSHOUSE
- Hundreds of runners experience the unique environment, challenging courses and community atmosphere of the Glasshouse Trail runs each year. Aid stations are considered the "best stocked of any trail run" and there is first class medical support on hand. Weather can be hot in May but the July and September events are usually mild to warm (although they too can be hot!)About the course…
IDEAS?
In the coming months we hope to have some runner interviews posted on the site as well as more information on training and equipment. Let us know if there's any suggestions or ideas you may have. email us.