John Daffy Memorial Long Course

This weekend sees the annual John Daffy Memorial Long Course event. The event is held annually in memory of one of our club's life members, John Daffy.
  •          The enticer distance will be as per normal - 300m/10k/2.5k
  •          The sprint is a little longer to get everyone ready for BCU Tri - 1k/30k/7.5k
  •          Please be aware that this is a closed transition race for everyone
  •          Transition will be opened from 5:45am  to 6:15 am
  •          You will not be allowed back into transition after 6:15am
  •          Only race gear is allowed, non-race gear to be kept in the baggage area.
  •          Entry will be the most eastern gates, adjacent to the timing tent
  •          We will have 2 x TO’s checking your race equipment.
  •          Helmet must be fasten upon entry
  •          Please ensure you know your wave start time and adhere to these times

BBQ Breakfast
Thanks to Tim at the Chicken Butchery, who will be supplying us with his tasty treats after the race.
I’m sure we will be ready to tuck in.

Reece Edwards
At the conclusion of presentation, we will have about 30mins, or more with Reece Edwards in a Q and A format. Reece is a past club member and has gone on to achieve some remarkable things is a short space of time. His highlights to date include:
  • 21st at Chicago Marathon 2018 in a time of 2:16:43
  • 1st Place Tarawera Ultra Marathon, race 2 of Ultra Trail World Tour, 2019
  • 10th place Philadelphia Half Marathon 2018 in PB time of 65:12.
To say that Reece is ecstatic to share his experiences with us is an understatement. So please stay back and enjoy what Reece has to say. We will be touching on his transition through the different sports, and what his goals are for the future.

​You can read more about Reece Edwards here and a race report of his outstanding ultra trail debut at Tarawera is available here.