COGH - Only 109km to the finish line

[Charlies1]

How Far to Go

I have updated the recent runs page to show how far to the finish line, currently 773km (it is in the Streetview column - don't ask why!). We are currently on track to finish on Saturday. The main run will follow the red line on the map to Cape Point.

Group Run

For the final Group Run over the weekend, from the Museum to the COGH, 5km & 10km distances will be recognised by the system (if it works as intended!). Both will follow the same route, but the 10km runners will follow it out and back. The Group run will follow the blue route on the map to COGH.

RunGo

We are creating a 5km RunGo guided run similar to those Linda created for the HU Spring 10km & marathon (unfortunately, we don't have time to create a RunGo 10km guided run). If you are new to RunGo, please take a look at the instructions that Linda created for the Spring events (ignore the bits about music):

The Android version can be found here: docs.google.com/document/d/...

The Apple version here: docs.google.com/document/d/...

Do have a read and get Rungo and the routes set up in advance of the event. There will be no need to create an account or register any personal details, but you will need your phone when you run.

★ Linda created a ‘Try Me’ virtual 1k route so you can test RunGo out: routes.rungoapp.com/route/4...

We suggest you try a practice run in advance to make sure you are familiar with the tech! To do this we have created a short virtual route: HU spring 2021 1Kilometre Try Me which can be accessed via the web using this link

Select and download that route and follow the instructions as outlined in the guide. Although this virtual route is only 1km long, you can keep running and it will quietly wait for you to press stop when you have finished your run!

The 5km COGH virtual route can be downloaded from here:

routes.rungoapp.com/route/H...

or search RunGo - Find Routes for Cape of Good Hope Group Run

Unfortunately, I haven’t had a chance to test it fully, so those who use it on Saturday are the official test team! Let me know of any issues. If you run Sunday or Monday, I suggest that you download it immediately before your run.

And here is our finishing line:

google.com/maps/@-34.357178...

Photos

Don't forget to take a photo or selfie on the final run (in COGH t-shirts if you have one) & post in response to Sue’s post:

healthunlocked.com/bridgeto...

[Grannyhugs Graduate10]

Goodness you have all been very busy. I hope it’s ok if I just run my own runs as I always run unplugged. So proud to have been part of this amazing group of runners. Happy running everyone 🤗

[Charlies1 Graduate10 in reply to Grannyhugs]

Yes, Of course, it is all completely optional.

[Grannyhugs Graduate10 in reply to Charlies1]

I shall of course be wearing my T-shirt with pride for the rest of May🤗

[SueAppleRun Graduate10 60minGraduate]

Wow that’s impressive, loving the playlist too

[Charlies1 Graduate10]

Ah, the playlist was created for the HU spring events, but feel free to reuse it

[Granspeed Graduate10]

👏🏼🎉👏🏼. Now to try the virtual 1k. Will it work if I walk? Can’t run & push OH’s wheelchair so I am a non-runner at the mo.

[Charlies1 Graduate10 in reply to Granspeed]

It will work if you walk!

[Jiveblue Graduate10 in reply to Granspeed]

Thanks for asking about walking... I'm still banned from running but can definitely manage a 5k walk with my dog! Less confident about whether I can get a grip of the Rungo thing but will try in the morning!

[Week7 Graduate10]

Thanks so much.I was thinking the other day that it would be lovely to have Rungo commentary as for the HU 10k but thought it was too much to ask at such short notice. Amazing , and thanks again.

So proud to be part of TEAM COGH

🏆

[JoP61 Graduate10]

Obviously I'm a tech idiot - when I go the Recent Runs page it says "sorry unable to open the file at this time" and I don't know what/where the Streetview column is. Can I just continue to post runs/walks? Sorry but I don't understand what we need to do for this last bit.

[Charlies1 Graduate10]

Hi Jop61, please keep posting your runs.

Sorry that you had issues accessing the page

I have put the distance remaining there for information only, you don’t need to check it

[JoP61 Graduate10 in reply to Charlies1]

Hi again. Thanks for this and sorry to have been a bit grumpy before - was having a bad day! 😬

Well done for all your hard work on this by the way. 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️👍

[Charlies1 Graduate10 in reply to JoP61]

Don’t worry-no issue!

[JoP61 Graduate10 in reply to Charlies1]

👍

[Birdlady64 Graduate10]

This is brilliant! So happy to have been part of this and big thanks to everyone involved.

[cheekychipmunks Graduate10]

How exciting Charlies1. It’s certainly a fun playlist - I experienced it in March for the HUHM, and RunGo worked a treat for me too. Can’t wait. Thanks for all your ultra hard work too. It’s been an amazing challenge and I’m going to miss it! 🙏🏻

[CBDB Graduate10]

Ooooohhhh how exciting! Thank you so much!

See you at COGH Finale!

[Bluebirdrunner Graduate10]

I am hoping to run 5k on Saturday morning with the team!🤞 It will be slow and steady and a tough run but I will be in great company! Go us!🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️🙏🏅🏆xxx

[Cowladyrunning Graduate10]

Brilliant! So I can do 10k ...phew! I'm going to attempt my London Vitality 10k on Saturday and was worrying about doing a 5k too!! I will combine the two! Thank you for this extra level you have added. Looking forward to it!

[Cantstopmenow Graduate10]

Thank you for this and all the work involved in creating this online relay. It's been brilliant. Silly question from me - at the start of the relay I set myself the challenge of posting a run/walk every day. So far, I have managed this. My final 10k run will be on Monday 31st . Can i still post my walks on Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th? I'm guessing that it won't make any difference as if we have crossed the finish line I'll just be running into the sea!! 😁

[RunaroundSue Graduate10 in reply to Cantstopmenow]

Keep posting.I will be, so you don't want me getting ahead of you!

We can have a swim at the end

🏊🐠

[Cantstopmenow Graduate10 in reply to RunaroundSue]

😂😂 thanks Sue, We will finish together. Are there any sharks? X

[RunaroundSue Graduate10 in reply to Cantstopmenow]

Ah, I hadn't thought of that. To be honest I am not happy if even tiny fish come near my feet

😲

[Cantstopmenow Graduate10 in reply to RunaroundSue]

We'll stick with the beach bar!

[RunaroundSue Graduate10 in reply to Cantstopmenow]

Even better

[Charlies1 Graduate10 in reply to Cantstopmenow]

We can’t stop you now! Although we will finish the main run today, you can keep posting your runs until 31/5.

[Cantstopmenow Graduate10 in reply to Charlies1]

😂👍 great. I will keep going

[limu_mu Graduate10]

Have loved COGH well done to everyone and the creators of the challenge!! ⚡️⚡️⚡️👍😊

[Week7 Graduate10]

So amazing, just posted my last 5k.Rungo worked brilliantly thankyou.Also, love that Almorr 5k 50th not parkrun is the final one on map! Really sums up the spirit of the event.

[RunaroundSue Graduate10 in reply to Week7]

Yes, I thought it was nice to do on the 50th (not) parkrun

[Bluebirdrunner Graduate10]

Posted my 5k run too! Thank you so much for organising this.Well done all lovely runners!🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️🌟🌟🌟xxx

[aliboo70 Graduate10]

Thanks Charles I'll be doing my 5k Sunday night. Your technical skills are impressive,thanks for all the hard work xxx

[LottieMW Ambassador]

Thank you for all the hard work! Posted my Vitality 10k…and warm up/cool down walks 😉

[lexi6 Graduate10]

Thank you Charlies1 for all your efforts its been fab to be a part of this group 😊

[backintime Graduate10]

Can I add my congratulations to everyone here! It looks to have been a great event, mutual support and appreciation, really sums up these forums! Well done everyone