Esholt 5k - Race 1

Where did that speed go?
Been a few years since I have done these, but with Chloe coming out of retirement (sadly with a Wakefield vest) it encouraged me to give it a go. I knew that the 16min glory days were in the past but was interested how quick the old legs could turn.
Good spen turnout (just to add to the pressure) with Jackie, Amanda, Vic, Emma, Tony B, Kevin, John Henry and Keith added to the great sight of Les back in his colours.
Was shocked by the fast start but paced myself. Found my heart and lungs were strong but the old legs were not happy with the speed. Managed to hit 3.5min k's and kept to that. John Henry was in sight all the way, and fortunately for me he 'died' more rapidly.
Finished in 19.00 dead so hope to improve with the series especially with the promise of a track turnout.
Nearer the front Kevin got one up on Tony in the battle of the fast boys.
Well done to all the spen brigade, see you next week

Spen Results
16  Kevin Ogden          M35 16.50
21  Antony Bradford      M40 17.03
36  Keith McGhie         M45 17.39
76  Gareth Patchett      M45 19.00
85  John Henry           M50 19.16
101 Victor Kolodziejczyk M50 19.50
131 Dennis Hoey          M55 20.41
189 Emma Maguire         F40 22.47
203 Jackie Carter        F45 23.10
231 Les Fenton           M55 24.18
299 Amanda Pearson       F40 30.33

Selected Others
20  Paul Hallas    Wakefield Harriers M50 17.00
40  Karen Pickles  Pudsey Pacers      F35 17.56
155 Chloe Patchett Wakefield Harriers FO  21.33

Full Results