YJ's Spring in Lakeland

At last a long run that did not bring disappointment. In almost, but not entirely, perfect conditions Spring in Lakeland provided an interesting and challenging route over Loughrigg and via Skelwith Bridge, Elterwater, Tilberthwaite, Copper Mines Valley, Coniston, Tarn Hows, Skelwith Fold and a return over Loughrigg.

Icy conditions early on were not a problem and the clear blue skies were a perfect backdrop to the snow covered high fells. By contrast brief blizzards were a feature of the later part of the day. There was plenty of climbing to be done in the 22 miles and plenty of rocky paths (don't I hate them). A sign of steady progress was that the same faces kept appearing, although a few were slowed to my pace by poor navigating.

When energy resources finally ran out at about 20 miles, the others ran off and I trailed in about 10 minutes later. The time of 5 hours 17 minutes was a little slower than was hoped for but definitely an improvement on Edale.

YJ

Sounds good. You'll see from FSS's own blog that he also is making progress. Could be some hard work ahead for the support crews. EtU