Coad Cup Handicap

The Coad Cup was donated to our club in 1947 by W H Coad, who had won it outright in a 5 miles club steeplechase in 1882. He expressed a desire for the race to be held during the summer months, resulting in a much loved 5 mile handicap* race open to all members. Medals will also be awarded to the 1st, 2nd & 3rd place finishers, as well as the three fastest open and the three fastest women.

* 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://bit.ly/coad-2025 ⬅️ by 23:59 on Friday 23 May to allow the club handicapper time to do their job.

Kindly note that no on-the-day entries are permitted.

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: https://ranelagh-harriers.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Coad-Page-Clutton-scaled.jpg

Timings:

• 6.30pm: Numbers @ top of Sidmouth Woods https://what3words.com/hips.couple.spit ⬅️
  In the event of rain, we will relocate to the clubhouse. This will be announced as soon as we have a better idea of what the weather is on the day.

• 7pm: First runner is set off; all runners to follow after that.

• 8pm: Anticipated time all runners will come through. Results & prizes at finish; followed by drinks at a pub TBC for those requiring more hyrdation.

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 evening, with lots of opportunity to cheer your friends along 👏

If you’re able to volunteer, for however long, please email coordinator@ranelagh-harriers.co.uk ⬅️