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MIC Ian Stewart offers an insight into the increasingly popular world of mountain marathons. The article includes tips such as what to pack, how to plan your route and navigate at speed, and explains why a mountain marathon isn't as mad as it sounds:
"One thing all competitors have in common is that none of them, not even the super skinny, lycra clad, sponsored Swedish ones, run up all the hills. The mountain nature of the courses mean that mountain fitness, efficient navigation and good tactical route choice count for more than pure speed. This is where regular hill goers have the edge over gym freaks or road runners."
Read more at http://www.ukhillwalking.com/articles/page.php?id=3993
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