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Virtual League Racing Series – Week 24 with a milestone Week 26 in the offing

Posted on September 23, 2020 by

Significantly next week sees Week 26 of the Virtual Series, illustrating that the competition has been going for a full half year. Helen Elleker, who has contributed so much to keeping the show on the road is hoping for a … Continue reading →

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AUGUST LWC VIRTUAL SERIES: 10 KILOMETRES RESULTS and NEWS of a VIRTUAL FRED PEARCE RELAY

Posted on September 12, 2020 by

10 KILOMETRES SCRATCH [G] indicates Guest, who is not counted in the team race. Bill McFadden M55 Scotia RWC 52:02 Tony Taylor M70 LWC 54:49 Ray Robinson M45 Redcar 55:50 [G] Andrew Fraser M50 Scotia RWC 57:53 Colin Simpson M60 … Continue reading →

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VIRTUAL LEAGUE SERIES 21 – still very much in the mix

Posted on August 30, 2020 by

Good to see Dave Evans showing sprightly form on the road as he puts to one side his administrative duties, which are so vital to our continued presence on the UK race walking scene plus a fastest clocking for Martin … Continue reading →

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JOIN THE RWA 200 CLUB AND SEND IN YOUR AUGUST 10K TIME

Posted on August 26, 2020 by

Message from Mark Easton, the Honorary Race Walking Association Treasurer THE RWA 200 CLUB What is it? The Race Walking Association 200 Club is a monthly prize draw with cash prizes for members. It has been run successfully for the … Continue reading →

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BURY ONE HOUR TRACK WALK CANCELLED BUT LET’S KEEP IN TOUCH AND MOTIVATED

Posted on August 23, 2020 by

Unfortunately we have no option but to cancel the September 5th One Hour race set to take place at the Bury track. The present English Athletics COVID guidelines rule that races beyond 3,000 metres are not allowed. Whilst we could … Continue reading →

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BURY ONE HOUR TRACK WALK, SEPTEMBER 5 – ON OR OFF? VITAL TO KNOW WHAT YOU THINK

Posted on August 20, 2020 by

We are faced with a range of issues and dilemmas in considering whether or not we can proceed with the One Hour race in just over a fortnight. Dave and Roy with advice from Adrian and Greg are in the … Continue reading →

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LWC Virtual Series July 8 Kilometres results

Posted on August 5, 2020 by

Quite a few people have commented upon the mental challenge posed by doing a solo 8 kilometres so thanks to everyone for continuing to support the series. At least 6 injury-struck people have sent their apologies and hope to tackle … Continue reading →

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Virtual League Racing Series – Race 16 – a temporary slump in our fortunes?

Posted on July 30, 2020 by

Firstly to encourage everyone involved thus far in our Club Series and indeed any new faces to submit their 8k times by midnight, Sunday, August 2 to tonymtaylor@gmail.com. As ever photos welcomed. Secondly, as you can see below, with Tony … Continue reading →

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A Golden Moment in the lives of the legendary Sandra and Richard Brown

Posted on July 23, 2020 by

STOP PRESS – See responses below from Richard and Sandra plus photos and the mention of an intriguing mystery! Given our club’s proud Centurion tradition it is fitting and proper that we celebrate a milestone in the lives of Richard … Continue reading →

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REVIVING THE NOVICE RACE: ‘HOW FAR CAN YOU WALK IN AN HOUR?’

Posted on June 30, 2020 by

The unfolding discussion sparked by Chris Bolton’s proposals in his ‘The future of Lancashire Walking Club’ has been thought-provoking. In a couple of week’s time, I’ll endeavour to summarise the main arguments as a contribution to moving matters forward. In … Continue reading →

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