Tag Archives: Tim Erickson

A Christmas Treat: George Larner’s 1909 Book on Race Walking

Posted on December 19, 2022 by Tony Taylor

Thanks again to Tim Erickson we bring you a Xmas present in the form of a pdf of George Larner’s pioneering 1909 textbook on Walking. http://www.vrwc.org.au/books/1909%20Larners%20Text%20Book%20On%20Walking.pdf In addition, Tim has put together this fascinating biography of the first Olympic Walking … Continue reading →

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Remembering Vladimir Golubnichy, a true legend

Posted on August 31, 2021 by Tony Taylor

The legendary Vladimir Golubnichy died on Monday, August 16 at the age of 85. There’s an outstanding tribute to his memory by Tim Erickson on the latest Victoria RWC Newsletter. It begins: Born on 2nd June 1936, Golubnichiy medalled at … Continue reading →

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Part Three of Soles, Heels and Toes: Charlie Hatch’s tips and trips to the cobbler plus Tom Payne on the virtues of ‘Hixopad’ heels

Posted on February 18, 2021 by Tony Taylor

Huge thanks to Ron Wallwork for this discovery. Ron’s personal Note: I think this piece is priceless. Its easy to forget that times were still hard for most people and value for money by way of durability, influenced most purchases. … Continue reading →

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Post-Xmas Reminiscences – both amusing and deeply sad

Posted on December 27, 2020 by Tony Taylor

Firstly to make you smile perchance Chris Bolton sends memories of some of our proud Centurions. Bill Cowley. C 319 Bill qualified in the Chigwell 100 in 1961 in 22-28-30.  He attended the celebration dinner at the Mansion House to … Continue reading →

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