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This is
a monthly run, round a circuit of just under four miles. The
summer course is a lap on scenic riverside paths. There is
a cut off which allows beginners and youngsters to run a short
"two miles". The winter course is similar, but on
lit footpaths and quiet roads.
The handicap is intended to give all runners an equal chance
of winning. Slow joggers start up to 10 minutes before 7.30pm;
fast runners up to 10 minutes after. All results are kept
on computer, which works out each handicap based on previous
times, with weighting towards the most recent. It is, of course,
possible to fiddle an unduly favourable handicap, by deliberately
running slowly on successive occasions, before making a bid
to become chief fiddler. Or you could try training. Entrants
who have not run before, are given a guestimate handicap,
or can choose to run with a friend.
Entry is free. (Lothian Running Club Members pay a weekly
1 pound "Training Fee") There are no prizes, but
the long and short course winner hold the Fiddlers Trophy
for one month, and then presents it to the winner of the next
race.
It is possible to turn up changed at the start. There is
plenty of parking space near the entrance to St.Margaret's
academy. However most runners prefer to change at Inveralmond
Community High School, Ladywell at 7pm and jog down. This
gives an ideal 10 - 15 minutes warm-up. The school has good
changing and shower facilities which are free to those who
pay the "training fee".
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