Author: Andy Johnston

  A message from Sportshoes.com Unfortunately, the Sportsshoes May discount code has leaked so I have had to cancel the current code and generate a new one. The new code is NM4FG12QJM and will give you 10% off and free shipping on orders over £50. A small group of clubs share the same code, therefore it is not possible to identify which club leaked the code or how it was leaked. However, please ensure that the code is only shared on private groups and amongst club members going forward. I appreciate your help with this. Andy J

The Sportsshoes.com code for May is O4AR5R1DST. It will give members 10% off and free shipping on orders over £50. Please note the offer now only applies to orders over £50. I did query the introduction of the new minimum order amount. Sportsshoes apologised for the revised T&C’s but said it is a business decision that they are implementing with immediate effect. As always, house rules apply, the code is for members use and must not be circulated outside the club. Thanks Andy J

Club Merchandise Thanks to all those who collected their pre-ordered blue tops/hoodies. Those that didn’t don’t worry, it’s set aside for you. Cost is £14 for the t-shirts and £29 for the hoodies. Payment via BACS to the usual account please, ref - merchandise (or T-shirt or hoodie or a combo of all 3!). Given the level of interest a repeat order of T-shirts will be going in, no need to confirm sizes , we will get a few of each. In terms of those now wanting hoodies. Due to the cost these will be bought to order. Please comment below if interested. They are unisex and sizes range from S to XL. Thanks Andy J & Kris

Sportsshoes.com The new code for April is - G6861LFS144C - valid until 3rd May 2024. This code will give you 10% off and free standard shipping, worth £4.99, on orders over £50. Please make sure to select United Kingdom in your shipping address to apply the promotion code without errors. Please note the code is for members use only and must not be circulated outside the club. Andy J

Sportsshoes.com The new code for the month of March is - RWGGG5 - valid until 3rd April 2024. This code will give you 10% off and free standard shipping, worth £4.99, on orders over £50. The code is for members use only so please do not circulate outside the club. Thanks Andy J

Sunday Social (25th) 10 miler to include the ‘Killer Billog 10k’. Average pace around 9m 10s per mile. 9 am clubhouse, brew afterwards if you’ve time. Red tape, non official club session, run at own risk rules as always apply. Thanks Andy J

Sunday Socials - 18th 9 o’clock clubhouse, 10 miler averaging around 9m 10s per mile. Was thinking cycle path to Preston Park then back along Yarm Road, Hartburn Lane, Ropner Park then back to the club. Happy to go with an alternative route. Brew in the clubhouse afterwards. Red tape bit, run at own risk etc rules apply. Andy J

Striders bobble hats The good news, the bobble hats have arrived. The bad news they are not a colour match to the original artwork from previous orders  - thankfully not the clubs fault! The supplier is looking into how this has happened but what this ultimately means is there will be a further delay until the situation is resolved. Conscious spring is fast approaching those who originally placed an order will be given the option to cancel should they wish to do so. Really sorry about the delays but this is a situation beyond our control. Watch this space for updates. Andy J

League Race No 2 - Race Report Who on earth had the bare face cheek to call it Flatts Lane. Venue number 2 for those chasing the prestigious league winners title. Like some other Striders I was a debutant, the first timers briefing drew our attention to two things hills and the defibrillator ….enough said. Plenty of Striders undeterred by the altitude set off, swelling the attendance to near three figures. Thankfully all made it round safe and sound and living the dream twice up ‘that hill’ was the topic of conversation after crossing the finish line. In true Striders style great camaraderie, great support and very well earned cake to munch on afterwards. Well done to all those that took part and also to the Striders who volunteered and…

Sunday Social 10 miler (4th Feb) Start/finish at Preston Park, plan is to do the Longnewton loop. Average pace around 9m 10s per mile. Meet in the car park (top end near the cafe) at 9am please. Brew afterwards in the cafe for those that have time. Usual red tape alert, not an official club session etc etc Andy J