This event challenges runners to nominate the time they will run over a set course and the athlete finishing the closest to their projected time is the winner.

The course is a tough but scenic 6.18 kilometres around Dolphin Point, starting and finishing at the Lions Park.

Eighteen keen RATS took to the streets on timekeeper John Hepburn’s instruction, with various strategies being adopted, with varying levels of success. 

State half marathon age group champion, Steve Grant took an early lead and forged away to cross the line in a speedy 22:37. 

Martin Tomasini was the next RAT home with a solid 25:20 and Aimee Randall picked up the third fastest time with 28:20.

The fastest competitors are not necessarily the winners in this event with the final results not decided until the last competitor crosses the line.

In a first for this event there was a tie for first place, with both Jake Myors and Martin Tomasini recording a six-second differential and Kim Waters next in line, with a creditable 12 seconds. 

Then followed Tim Myors with 18 seconds and Aimee Randall at 22 seconds.  The Bradman Award (highest score) went to Dion Carter with an 8:17 differential, his list of excuses were gold. 

Everyone seemed to enjoy the morning, which was spectacular given the location and the weather. 

Many RATS enjoyed coffee after at Lakeside Cafe, with two notables carb loading with the pancake brekkie.

Results:

Name              Time        Nominated   Differential

Jake Myors        29:15       29:09       - 0:06

Martin Tomasini   25:14       25:20       + 0:06

Kim Waters        29:15       29:27       + 0:12

Tim Myors         29:30       29:12       - 0:18

Aimee Randall     28:42       28:20       - 0:22

Kylie Creech      36:00       36:37       + 0:37

Rose Robinson     37:40       36:49       - 0:51

Max Hosgood       32:10       31:10       - 1:00

Ian Robinson      31:50       30:39       + 1:11

Steve Grant       23:51       22:37       - 1:14

Jodie Toghill     32:00       30:45       - 1:15

Cheryl Johnston   32:50       31:35       - 1:15

Laurie Perino     40:00       38:13       - 1:47

Glenn Wood        30:00       32:36       + 2:36

Jack Robertson    40:00       36:45       - 3:15

Maree Randall     50:00       54:00       + 4:00

Bev Clothier      50:00       54:00       + 4:00

Dion Carter       30:00       38:17       + 8:17

Next Sunday the RATS will run a course that was part of the Coastal Classic Running Event. 

Please meet at the finishing point, next Sunday, October 5 at 6.30am and we will shuttle to the start. 

Please note Sunday morning is the start of daylight saving.

Meet at 6.30am daylight saving time.

To get to the finishing point head south towards Batemans Bay. 

Turn left into Durras Drive, towards South Durras. 

Keep following Durras Drive and then follow the Murramarang Resort signs.  Immediately before the resort, turn left down the access road to the public car park/boat ramp area. 

This will take about 40 minutes from Ulladulla.

RATS in Action:

Do not let an opportunity go by to get your name in the Times - get your results to Martin Tomasini at your earliest opportunity.

On September 24 Jake Myors continued his great form at the CHS state athletic trials at Homebush. 

Jake ran another great personal best 1500 metres with a sharp 4:14.

Results from the Blackmores Sydney Bridge Events on September 21:

Marathon (42.2 kilometres) - Bob White, 4.44.52.

Half marathon (21.1 kilometres): Margot McGinness, 2.04.58 - Sub six minute pace.

9.23 kilometre bridge run - Barb Maxwell, 56.09 and first in her age group, 70 plus.

9.23 kilometre bridge run - Leanne Harding, 54.31.

3.5 kilometre family fun run - Sam and Brent Harding, 18.08.

The Ulladulla RATS welcome guests, visitors and potential new members to join them for any of the runs.

All standards catered for.

There is no initial fee, just come along and join in.

You are not obliged to run the full distance and can turn back at any stage.

Individual assistance (shorter, slower runs) can be organised for potential members.

For further information, call or text Lauri on 0438 445 573.

Midweek training:

Tuesday: 6.15am, meet at Macca’s car park, up to 10 kilometres.

Wednesday: 6am, meet at Narrawallee Inlet – interval training - or flat running - suitable for beginners, distances from 1.7 kilometres.

Thursday: 4pm - beginners walk/run, with encouragement and support - up to four kilometres by arrangement, please call or text Lauri on 0438 445 573.

Friday: 6.15am, meet at Mollymook Surf Club car park, up to 10 kilometres.

Saturday bike riding: 7am, meet at the Heritage Bakery, Milton.

Sunday: runs will generally start at 6.30am, Handicaps start at 7am.

RATS upcoming events:

October 12 - 5.5 kilometres (for all).

More information is available on the web page at www.ulladullarats2001.hpage.com