A typical cold January morning saw a merry band of Striders travel down to the Knavesmire for 2025 edition of the Brass Monkey. The weather was absolutely perfect for racing with no rain or wind, and with it being barely above freezing there was no chance of overheating. There’s some been absolutely amazing times posted today. Tom Murphy, fresh off the back of signing a new deal with ASICS for his new supershoes, went round in an amazing time of 1:16:28, a new club record. Tom is testament to what hard work and dedication can achieve. Very well done Tom, that time is very much deserved. Jon Archer posted a new PB of 1:25:41 and looked very strong, and ever youthful, at the finish. Well done Jon. Abby Barker and…