Page Cup Handicap

Traditionally our 2nd cross-country handicap* fixture..

… the Page Cup (5 miles or 8km) event is open to all club members.

No, it’s not déjà vu - this was held earlier this year in February but that was the ‘postponed’ 2024 fixture. We’re back on track now (amazing, we know) and making hay while the sun shines; or more specifically getting our event licences in order.

Donated to the club in 1883 by W.C. Page Esq, this is one of our oldest trophies. Medals will be awarded to the first 3 finishers, the 3 fastest open and the 3 fastest women. The first person across the line (non-guest) will take home the Page Cup.

* HOW DOES A HANDICAP WORK? Runners are awarded individual start times based on recent performances. The one with the most generous handicap will start first, with subsequent runners starting after at their allotted time. If done accurately, everyone should finish the race at roughly the same time. To ensure fairness, you must have run a minimum of 3 club events to be awarded a handicap, otherwise you will compete as a guest.

Entry is FREE but you must fill in this form @ https://forms.gle/Q6GDQGUwq14U4Jc26 ⬅️ by 23:59 on Wednesday 17 September to allow the club handicapper time to do their job.

Kindly note that no on-the-day entries are permitted. Please also refer to our club's disclamer >

Course details (ONE lap approximately 5 miles or 8 km):
Strava: https://www.strava.com/routes/3314711641904283066
Garmin: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/327515313
Jpeg: Page Cup 2025 (with diversion)

Timings:
•    2.30pm: Numbers @ top of Sidmouth Woods https://what3words.com/hips.couple.spit ⬅️
•    3pm: First runner is set off; all runners to follow after that.
•    4.15pm: Anticipated time all runners will come through.
•    4.45pm: Tea & results at the clubhouse
•    6.30pm Drinks at The Fox & Duck for those who fancy it.

VOLUNTEERS: As always, we really need volunteers to help with marshalling, time-keeping & numbers. So if you’re not planning to run, please consider volunteering to help out. Duties are very light and it’s a fun day out, with lots of opportunity to cheer your friends along 👏

If you’re able to volunteer, please fill in this form @ https://forms.gle/Ph6UXjqKsDiZFGhX9 ⬅️ or email coordinator@ranelagh-harriers.co.uk ⬅️