How hard will it be?
Because Fell Running takes place in a less controlled environment, pace and severity tends to be more flexible. When it comes to actual events, the Section programme gives information not only for distance but also height gain and grade of event. We can give detailed help on what all this might mean.
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What sort of gear will I need, and what should I wear?
To get started, or to go for a mid-week run, your ordinary road running gear may be ok. To go on the high fells, or in winter, the correct bad weather gear, and suitable studded shoes are essential.
The FRA (Fell Runners Association) lays down certain minimum equipment levels for safety reasons. Whilst Fell Running clothing and equipment must be lightweight, it must also be durable and able to provide protection in extreme conditions when they arise.
Everyone participating as an SOC member (even on training runs) is expected to observe these kit standards.
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Where do we go running?
All over the North of England including the Dales, the Lakes and North York Moors. Longer trips to Scotland, as well as participating in Mountain Marathons such as the OMM and the LAMM.
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Do I need navigational or mountaineering skills?
Generally speaking – yes. There may be some shorter runs or events held in the summer (eg some shorter events in the North York Moors summer series) which are well marked and have obvious routes. These are great events for getting started on.
For other events you will be expected to have proper navigational skills and be prepared to find your way to safety in extreme mountain conditions if necessary – even if this doesn’t happen too often.
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Do I need to ring the meet organiser?
It’s always best to ring the meet organiser to find out who is going on a particular event – as an alternative a training run may be being organised.
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How can I find out what's going on?
Look out for the Section programme which comes out quarterly.
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Is any guidance for meet organisers and participants available?
There is a risk assessment document available that offers guidance for meet organisers and participants.
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