Most people that know me know that I have become increasingly disillusioned with large corporate run events on the running calendar.
As stated many times previously, these events, although large in size and backed by the dollars of large corporations, often overlook the runners and the community and some of the decisions involved in these continue to astound me. Sure there are many good marketers and business folk involved with these large organisations, but they often lack the insider knowledge of actual runners in knowing what is needed and when. Increasingly they are also overpriced and hence why I have crossed many off my list in favour of smaller out of the way little runs.
One such event was this morning’s 5 and 10KM Rotary Lindfield run on Sydney’s north shore. Renowned for being a slower 10KM course due to a few nasty little inclines and some winding twists and turns, it was a great hot out nonetheless. Fantastic volunteers, great weather and all round a great day out and all the money going towards benefitting the local community.
It certainly was great to see such a good turnout at a quality event and so well supported. I was even surprised by my finishing time, but I am not going to bore you with my race details.
So good to see grass roots running at community events is alive and well.
Running together (while supporting grass roots events) – stride for stride on a life changing ride! – Sean Muller
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