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13/07/2018

Chapel Fell Top Fell Race

If you fancy blowing the cobwebs away on Tuesday evening (17th July) head over to St. John’s Chapel for the Chapel Fell Top Fell Race. The race is 7km long with 400 metres of ascent, that’s 4.2 miles and 1300 feet in old money. Entry is £5 on the day only. Registration is at the Chatterbox Cafe, 11, Market Place, St. John’s Chapel DL13 1QF. Grid reference NY885360. The action starts at 7.30pm. Bring full FRA kit: Compass – Whistle – Full waterproof body cover with taped seams and integrated... Read More

12/07/2018

Inov-8 TerraUltra G260 with Graphene Review | 1 – Introduction | In Stock at NorthernRunner.com

Inov-8 Terraultra G260 Review | 1 – Intro – Where Does It Fit In? As Inov-8 have been telling everyone on social media for weeks now, these are the first ever running shoes with Graphene in them. The Graphene is mixed into the sticky rubber to give 50% more stretch so the studs mould to the ground better. The outsole is 50% stronger so grips won’t break and 50% more durable, so once you have got these shoes bedded in you can enjoy them for longer. Coupled with that is a... Read More

05/07/2018

Altra Torin 3.5 Knit & Mesh Intro | Review Coming Very Soon | In Stock Now!

Altra Torin 3.5 – A Quick Introduction The new Torin 3.5 , Altra’s best selling road shoe, has been completely updated.  There are now two uppers available. There is a mesh upper which is the more breathable more performance orientated upper and a knit upper which has a bit more stretch and a closer feel to it similar to the Altra Escalante. Whichever version you choose the shoe offers the same high degree of cushioning. It is designed for those longer runs or runners doing lots of miles but, will... Read More

24/06/2018

The Cross Fell Race 2018

The 2018 Cross Fell Race on Saturday 30th June is a new fell race for the FRA race calendar, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Race starts 11am, the route of 24Km with 560m of climb takes in the summit of Cross Fell the highest Pennine peak and source of the Tees, with stunning views over the Eden Valley of the Lake District and beyond into Scotland. Race HQ and registration from 9am is at the village hall in scenic Garrigill, which also boasts pub, post office/shop, B&B, garage,... Read More

20/06/2018

Inov-8 Graphene G-Series Mudclaw & TerraUltra In Stock | Reviews Coming Soon

G-Series Inov-8 Footwear with Graphene Arrives at NorthernRunner.com There is a fair bit of information to digest about the new G-Series running shoes; the Mudclaw, TerraUltra and F-Lite G260. Here’s a boiled down version and relevant links to everything you will need to know. Tech Spec PDF: https://www.northernrunner.com/downloads/1529496054INOV-8_G-SERIES_TECH_SHEET.pdf TerraUltra G260 RESPONSIVE: Dynamic Fascia Band (DFB) technology. RUN NATURAL: Next-generation META-FLEX is an extra flexible midsole and outsole form. WORLD’S TOUGHEST GRIP: Using the world’s strongest material, graphene-enhanced rubber. ZERO/0mm DROP: Heel to forefoot. UNDERFOOT PERFECTION: New EXTEROFLOW midsole minimises shock impact RUN IN COMFORT:... Read More

16/06/2018

Cronkley Fell Race 2018

The Cronkley Fell Race is on Sunday 24th June 2018. The route is 16.9km long (10 1/2 miles ish) with 535 metres of ascent. Registration is at Bowlees Visitor Centre, Bowlees, Newbiggin in Teesdale, County Durham DL12 0XF. Entry is £5 on the day only. The race starts at 11am. Full kit must be carried as stipulated in the Fell Running Association rules. Which is map of the race route, compass, whistle, Waterproof jacket and troucers with taped seams and an integrated hood, hat, gloves. The best type of footwear... Read More

14/06/2018

New Balance 1080v8 Road Running Shoes Review | In Stock at NorthernRunner.com

New Balance 1080v8 Review — Overview The New Balance 1080v8 is New Balance’s most cushioned neutral running shoe. It’s designed for your everyday (perhaps higher) miles and your long runs. The midsole is made of New Balance’s Fresh Foam, which is designed to be slightly softer in the heel to cushion the initial heel impact and firmer in the forefoot to aid push-off. The ride is firmer and more responsive than other fresh foam shoes, which I much prefer. Although the NB1080 does have an Ortholite insole, which gives it... Read More

How to Run An Ultra Marathon by Kim Collison – Part 1 – Why Run the Ultra Distance?

Why Would I Run An Ultra? — The feeling of ecstasy of crossing the finish line in an ultra can be amazingly powerful whether it’s your first or 43rd time. The moment of euphoria when you overcome the obstacles you have endured to reach your goal is an extremely addictive emotion. You may say never again but sooner or later you will be entering your next race to recreate those feelings. I still replay the emotions I felt running down the lane to Coniston school at the end of the... Read More