November - Crunch Month

[Mid Life Crisis Marathon Man]

Hmm, carbo-loading just isn't as much fun without a few beers The official pre-race pasta night is on as I type this, but I didn't go because the MC is a work colleague, and I couldn't face the idea of paying a rather hefty amount of dosh to listen to a guy I see most days anyhow. So instead I've had my own pasta party ... of one This game really is a lonely business, eh?

Hello? Anyone out there??

Sigh.

But anyway I'm pretty much all set now. Just gotta go through my check-list one more time and try then to get some sleep. Weather forecast isn't overly encouraging, but not too severe. Does look as though it will be pretty cold up on the higher slopes though.

My race strategy is simple - go out cautiously and comfortably, and ensure I get to the 10km mark in good shape, ready for the killer climb. And then just get to the bloody top, no matter how long it takes. Simple, yep? Erm. Yeah.

OK, thanks for the tips and best wishes, I'll catch you all post-race.