Fastest Known Times (FKT) to run the Grampians Peaks Trail (GTP) from Mt Zero car park to Dunkeld. (North to South) North to South Males Place Name Time Date 1 Michael Dunstan 24:01:33 24.11.2023 2 Matthew Crehan 25:25:16 24.11.2023 3 Chris Mcauliffe 26:02:23 24.11.2023 4 Luke Barrett 28:10:25 24.11.2023 5 Daniel Hughes 29:21:47 24.11.2023 Females
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Starting Point: Tunnel Rd, PomonalEnd Point: Middle Gap, Mt WilliamHighlights: The Flume, Seven Dials, Redman’s BluffDistance: 21.2kmTotal Elevation: 1374mTime: 5 hours When you have 3 hours to do on the training plan, you decide to run from Tunnel Rd, Pomonal, to Middle Gap, Mt William along the Grampians/Gariwerd Peaks trail (aka GPT). Except for the
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Lerderderg State Park is located approximately 6km north of Bacchus Marsh. I’ve always wanted to visit, but for whatever reason, that has never happened until now. I was heading to Melbourne to see the musical Moulin Rouge, and my 3-hour long run was planned out for the You Yangs. However, thanks to COVID, I had
I don’t know about you, but I’m feeling 22! 22, Taylor Swift, Red Every year (except 2021 for some reason), I create a list of things that I want, like, and dream to achieve. This list covers all areas of my life. From running to family to reading, with a few random things thrown in
Event: Wild Mt BeerimpoDate: Saturday 11th December 2021Type: TrailDistance: 21km, 11km & 5kmWhere: Cave Hill Creek, Glut Rd, Raglan, VictoriaEvent Partners/Sponsors: Running Company Ballarat, Cave Hill Creek, Melton City Runners, Pyrenees Shire Council Wild Mt Beerimpo was my favourite event for 2020. In fact, I think it was my ONLY event. In 2021, I leveled up and
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Back in 2017 I wrote a blog post on waterproof running jackets that met UTA requirements. Many of the jackets listed are discontinued or no longer available, so I thought it was time for an update. Choosing a jacket can be a bit overwhelming. If you haven’t already done so check out my post on
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I can officially say that Wild Mount Beerimpo was my only official event for 2020. Beerimpo is the Djab wurrung name for Mt Buangor state forest, located between Ararat and Ballarat. Want to know the difference between State and National parks? Go here: Explore Diverse Landscapes It was seriously a last-minute decision to run this
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It’s been strange not having any events to participate in 2020. This is why when Clothing the Gap decided to do another virtual run I was all in for connect to country. There were multiple distances to choose from 5k up to the full marathon. Since the half-marathon distance is my jam, I went with
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Trail Running has gained more popularity in the last few years. Many road runners turn to trails to change things up or just to have an adventure. Whatever the reason, if you are looking to get into trail running then here are my top 4 gear recommendations. .1. Shoes This all depends on the type
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Having recently entered into a new decade (go me!), I think it’s safe to say that my PB’s (personal best’s) days are behind me. When I first started running, it was about going further. Starting with 5k, then building to 10k and eventually moving on to the half marathon. As a mum with young kids,
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