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Cybi Coastal Marathon - Anglesey

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Day - Saturday

Date - 05/08/2023

Distance - 26.21 Miles

Caet Cuthbert and Sandra Riley
Four runners from the club completed the third Cybi Coastal Marathon. The course circumnavigated Ynys Cybi on the coastal path and is hoping to establish itself as one of the most scenic marathons in the UK. The course followed the paths, tracks, beaches and coastline of the Welsh national/Anglesey Coastal Path with fine views of wide bays, sandy beaches, dramatic cliffs, the famous South Stack lighthouse and the summit of Holyhead Mountain. First home was Phil Cuthbert in 04:35 for 43rd place. Caet said "I have to say I had mixed feelings entering this 2 weeks ago, a marathon with no proper training, and the weather forecast was dreadful. What started as driving rain and gales turned into a fairly decent day, with the sun putting in an appearance towards the end. Probably the longest 'run' I've ever done at something over 7 hours, but definitely one I'll do again with proper training."