SOG 5Parham WoodsSat 14 April, 2018
Near: Storrington
Level of event: Local
Type of event:
Race
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Planner's Comments
My aim was to give both blue and green courses a variety of route choices whilst avoiding the wettest parts of the map. From the feedback received afterwards, this seemed to work out well.
On the orange course I included some controls where there were good options to go direct rather than follow the line features to give some extra challenge for the more adventurous.
The weather turned out much better than I had expected and so it was a bit hot for the later runners, but on the plus side the ground was much drier than a few weeks ago.
Thanks to Chris Hooker, Michael Merrit, John Morris, Liam, Penny and the SI team for their help on the day and to Mike Gammon for reviewing the courses.
David Marsh
SI Team Comments
Thank you to Marsh family for a really nice event.
Results, WinSplits and League Table Published Nice morning for event, course drier than expected, all competitors accounted for.
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SOG Series Info
SOGs are friendly club events where children and newcomers are very welcome. Yellow and Orange courses are suitable for children to run on their own with a bit of practice. Adults are welcome to shadow children until they are confident to go on their own. Green and Blue courses are run or walked by any age group - you can race competitively or just enjoy the woodland.
There are two series of events - autumn and spring of approximately 8 events each. Electronic timing (SI) is used.
Help on the day always appreciated.
Location Info
Nearest town: Storrington
- Postcode: RH20 2EP *
- Lat,Lng:50.92671,-0.49069
- Grid Ref: TQ062152
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* Postcodes are not very precise in some areas, so don't rely on them for an exact location.
Directions / Parking
Approach via the A283 taking the turning to the west into Greatham Road. From there follow "O" signs to the parking location at the old sawmill. Post code RH20 2EP. Please have £1 ready for parking.
Public Transport
Nearest trains at Pulborough (approc 6km) and buses to Pulborough / Storrington.
Course Information
Yellow 1.5km, Orange 2.1km, Green 4.0km, Blue 6.3km
Entry Details
Pre-entry via Racesignup.co.uk Newcomers are welcome and eligible for a free trial session - if you'd like to reserve a map or discuss the event please email our membership secretary.
BOF member fees: Seniors £6.50, Juniors £3.25, SO Juniors free.
Non member fees: Seniors £7.50, Juniors £3.25.
'Dibber' hire:
Electronic punching (SI) chips are available to hire. SIAC (contactless): £2 (juniors £1), non-SIAC (not contactless) £1 (juniors £0.5)
Registration open
9:45 to 10:45
Start Times
10:00 to 11:00. Courses close at 12:30.
Map Details
1:10000 with 5m contours. 2014 map updated to 2018
Terrain Description
Mixed woodland with a network of rides and paths.
Dog restrictions
No dogs allowed.
Facilities
None
Miscellaneous
Parts of the course are very wet underfoot - please wear footwear with appropriate levels of grip.
Safety bearing:
Yellow and orange competitors head east to the N/S road. Blue / Green if on west side head east and on east side head west to the road. Whole area is walled/ fenced in.
Contacts / Officials
Planner: David Marsh
Organiser: Penny Marsh
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