How hard is the Lakeland 100?
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How hard is the Lakeland 100?
This is a really tough 9.4 mile section, with steep and rocky climbs to the top and then a long crossing of the peaty bogs at the summit before dropping down to a lakeside rocky route along Haweswater. It was very hot too in the afternoon sun.
Can you walk the Lakeland 100?
The Virtual Montane Lakeland 50 & 100 takes place July 11th-25th and you have 15 days to walk, run, swim, cycle or push either 50 or 105 miles. The entry fee is £20, which covers the cost of your medal and postage, the rest of the entry fee goes to charity.
Whats the Lakeland 100?
The Lakeland 100 ‘Ultra Tour of the Lake District’ is the most spectacular long distance trail race which has ever taken place within the UK. The circular route encompasses the whole of the lakeland fells, includes in the region of 6300m of ascent and consists almost entirely of public bridleways and footpaths.
Where is the Lakeland 50?
Montane Lakeland 50
| Date | Saturday 30th July, 2022 |
|---|---|
| Location | John Ruskin School |
| Town/City | Coniston |
| Area | Cumbria |
| Start postcode | LA21 8EW |
How far is the Bob Graham Round?
66 mile
Welcome. to the web site of the Bob Graham 24 Hour Club. All our members have successfully completed The Bob Graham Round; the 66 mile, 27,000 ft circuit of 42 of the highest peaks in the English Lake District within 24 hours.
How hard is Bob Graham Round?
Make no mistake: a supported Bob Graham Round is not an easy option. Completing a 24 hour round is a seriously tough challenge, no matter how you do it.
Can you walk the Bob Graham Round?
About this route In 1932, he set a new record of 42 peaks. His route took in the most iconic mountains in the Lake District, including Skiddaw, Great Calva, Scafell Pike and 38 other amazing Lake District fells. And can you walk the Bob Graham Round? Absolutely.
How many wainwrights Bob Graham?
Out of the 42 peaks on the Bob Graham Round, there is a total of 39 Wainwrights (Alfred Wainwright’s favourite peaks) and 37 Nuttalls (peaks over 2,000 ft). The highest peak on the walk is Scafell Pike at 978 m (Day 4) and the lowest is Calf Crag at 538 m (Day 3).
Who holds record for Bob Graham Round?
Double Bob Graham Rounds
| Name | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Eric Draper ⪡769⪢ | 1995 | 50 hours 35 mins |
| Nicky Spinks ⪡1257⪢ | 2016 05 14/15 | 45 hours 30 mins |
| Tom Hollins ⪡1750⪢ | 2018 | 52 hours 30 mins |
| Stuart Walker ⪡1542⪢ | 2019 08 24/26 | 51 hours 18 mins |
How hard is the Bob Graham Round?
Can you walk the Bob Graham Round in 24 hours?
For those not so into their fell running, the Bob Graham Round is a 24 hour challenge run/walk over 42 Lakeland Peaks. You start at the Moat Hall in Keswick at any time you like and run over all the 42 peaks, returning to the Moat Hall.
How many legs does Bob Graham have?
Men’s summer record held by Kilian Jornet
| Top | Time | Cumulative Time |
|---|---|---|
| Great Calva | 23 | 1hr 14 |
| Blencathra | 37 | 1hr 51 |
| Threlkeld (arr) | 16 | 2hrs 7 |
| Leg 1 total | 2hrs 7mins |
How many people have completed Bob Graham Round?
Along with the Paddy Buckley Round and the Ramsay Round, the Bob Graham Round is one of the classic big three mountain challenges in the UK. Some fifty six individuals have completed all three.
