tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28950123Sat, 27 Feb 2010 10:39:21 +0000http://www.cosmics.org.uk/new/blogs/social/index.htmnoreply@blogger.com (Cosmic Sean)Blogger55125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28950123.post-2295959793418921329Tue, 02 Feb 2010 23:16:00 +00002010-02-03T11:21:57.029-08:00 Just thought we should record that at the recent Strathpuffer 24hr Mountain Bike event, while the two male Cosmic teams wimped out (you know who you are!) whingeing about potentially awful ice, snow, mud conditions, the women - Jenny Boyd and Mona Petrie aka the Deeside Divas - completed the event in style. In the early stages they were lying 20th (out of 42) pairs, but as they say "when the http://www.cosmics.org.uk/new/blogs/social/2010/02/strathpuffer-24-successes-and-wimps.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cosmic Sean)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28950123.post-9060294111912625378Fri, 15 Jan 2010 17:03:00 +00002010-01-15T09:03:04.513-08:00Due to adverse condition reports received for Bennachie (sheet ice on paths makes running difficult), Saturday run is switched to a coastal run from Newburgh/Forvie Sands Nature Reserve.  Meet at car park just north of Newburgh over the bridge over the Ythan NK00393 27055 for 9.45am start.  You can go to Collieston and the Sand Loch and back by various paths.  Snow will have melted here but it ishttp://www.cosmics.org.uk/new/blogs/social/2010/01/saturday-16th-jan-run-forvie-sands.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cosmic Sean)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28950123.post-551537155777523473Fri, 08 Jan 2010 11:13:00 +00002010-01-08T03:13:54.182-08:00Cosmic Opportunity Missed?   Did anyone do the moonlit run at Kerloch on 31st December?  I suspect a combination of weather/snow/other attractions kept most people, like me, otherwise occupied.  Which means that we missed a rare (ish) astronomical event and the opportunity to do a BLUE MOON run.   Note: Due to slight differences between the standard calendar and the lunar cycle, once every few http://www.cosmics.org.uk/new/blogs/social/2010/01/cosmic-oppportunity-missed.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cosmic Sean)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28950123.post-3727457457598424326Thu, 10 Dec 2009 10:45:00 +00002009-12-10T03:04:47.995-08:00http://www.cosmics.org.uk/new/blogs/social/2009/12/cosmic-mince-pie-championship-2009.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Sarah)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28950123.post-2901457526032344158Fri, 04 Dec 2009 11:03:00 +00002009-12-04T03:03:26.181-08:0010 + 2 dogs (were these the beasts?) set out on Wed evening for the this month's Cosmic Lunar run.  The moon was out at the start, but higher up we were in cloud and mist.  Most took the slippery rocks very carefully, also there were small patches of snow.  The very bright torches carried by some were an obvious advantage - the little lightweight petzls just do not cut it under these conditions (http://www.cosmics.org.uk/new/blogs/social/2009/12/moonlit-run-beast-of-bennachie.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cosmic Sean)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28950123.post-2227546325142899219Fri, 04 Dec 2009 10:53:00 +00002009-12-04T02:53:44.544-08:00Sat 28th Nov we did a new run from Rob Brooks - coined "Bobbies run" by Matt who did the map.  The route lived up to Rob's promise of a bit of everything - rough, mud, tussocks, heather, bog, rock, even a (very small) bit of path.  We should have remembered that Rob's legs are about a foot longer than most of ours, but he did a good job shepherding everyone on the way! 17 set off west of the roadhttp://www.cosmics.org.uk/new/blogs/social/2009/12/clatterin-brig-sat-run.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cosmic Sean)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28950123.post-1975598077093281666Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:12:00 +00002009-11-20T02:16:12.666-08:00Cosmic members will have received their tickets!http://www.cosmics.org.uk/new/blogs/social/2009/11/orient-express-cocktail-party.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Sarah)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28950123.post-1065397637659244126Sun, 25 Oct 2009 19:22:00 +00002009-10-25T12:22:24.903-07:00Weather early on Wednesday - rain and wind rattling the windows - was enough to make you huddle back under the duvet, but surprisingly 5 Cosmics + 1 + a dog met up as planned at Invercauld.  After Gillian had distributed the patent GC* rose-tinted glasses it   was fine and we set off up the track on mountain bikes, then on foot up the narrower path.   A  steep climb onto the plateau - here it http://www.cosmics.org.uk/new/blogs/social/2009/10/gillians-big-day-out.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cosmic Sean)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28950123.post-8347364088821923864Thu, 22 Oct 2009 12:35:00 +00002009-10-22T05:35:55.650-07:00The maestro himself - Gary Gutteridge - was, after all, there in person to lead us on the route.  This was probably just as well, it might have taken a while to navigate some parts even with good maps.    It was a beautiful day with lovely views of the hills as 10 Cosmics and two dogs set off.  The route went over Glack's hill then some lovely grassy tracks over Tom's Cairn then down to the roadhttp://www.cosmics.org.uk/new/blogs/social/2009/10/new-saturday-run-shooting-greens-to.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cosmic Sean)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28950123.post-3374777328270573841Tue, 06 Oct 2009 12:53:00 +00002009-10-06T05:53:28.126-07:00Monday 5th October Moonlit run - The Giant of Clach na Ben   This was the first of Matt's intriguing programme of Moonlit runs for this season.  Fortunately the rain that spattered the windscreen on the way out went off, and the 14 who converged at the quarry car park set off in dry if cloudy conditions.  It was still light enough for some to manage the ascent without the aid of a torch.  Tom washttp://www.cosmics.org.uk/new/blogs/social/2009/10/moonlit-run-giant-of-clach-na-ben.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cosmic Sean)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28950123.post-4790222678975757030Mon, 17 Aug 2009 13:51:00 +00002009-08-17T06:56:48.389-07:00Congratulations to our Club Captains on the arrival of a Cosmic FJ on Saturday morning!http://www.cosmics.org.uk/new/blogs/social/2009/08/newest-cosmic.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Sarah)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28950123.post-5459716018603310802Wed, 22 Jul 2009 12:09:00 +00002009-07-22T05:09:03.642-07:00A dozen hardy souls maintained the proud tradition for Cosmics being complete nutters last night!  A few drops were falling when we left the cars.  Ashley nobly volunteered to forgo his run and stayed by the big rock to get the barbecues going (thanks also to Elaine for providing the kit) while the rest did a quick meander to Collieston and back to the beach.  Where Pauline started the aquatic http://www.cosmics.org.uk/new/blogs/social/2009/07/bbq-at-hackley-bay.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cosmic Sean)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28950123.post-428589447724919098Tue, 21 Jul 2009 13:55:00 +00002009-07-21T06:59:17.166-07:00Don't forget the Hackley Bay BBQ tonight, with a run on Forvie Sands and potential sea swimming...(pic from geograph)http://www.cosmics.org.uk/new/blogs/social/2009/07/hackley-bay.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Sarah)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28950123.post-1571742398372801579Wed, 10 Jun 2009 18:24:00 +00002009-06-10T11:31:07.805-07:00Gillian is organising a Cosmic Picnic this Saturday after the Cosmic Run at Forest of Birse. Meet near the church at the end of the road. Map here.As Gillian's instructions:Bring interesting picnic food............plus your; basketdrinksTupperwaretartan picnic rugdrinksdeckchairssunhatssun creampartnerschildrenFrisbees ?http://www.cosmics.org.uk/new/blogs/social/2009/06/cosmic-picnic.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Sarah)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28950123.post-1559814630614940213Fri, 27 Mar 2009 17:19:00 +00002009-03-27T10:20:08.071-07:00After the excitement of Lois and Rob et al starring in the Glamaig Hill race on TV, look out for the Carnethy 5 on the Adventure Show, Sun 5th April 1830 BBC2 Scotland.Anitahttp://www.cosmics.org.uk/new/blogs/social/2009/03/more-cosmics-on-tv.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Sarah)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28950123.post-4457016256577378343Tue, 10 Feb 2009 17:12:00 +00002009-02-10T09:13:01.620-08:008 Cosmics assembled at Hazlehead for the relocated (sadly getting too and from Kerloch might have been a bit hairy) full moon run on Monday night.  Fiona and Jenny decided to ski, the other 6 (Richard, Colin, Pauline, Lois, Gillian and Anita) set off on foot, expecting them to glide past any minute, but they never did.  We followed Richard, who was determined to forge a path through from http://www.cosmics.org.uk/new/blogs/social/2009/02/full-moon-run-9th-feb.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cosmic Sean)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28950123.post-2085113789288418103Mon, 09 Feb 2009 12:44:00 +00002009-02-09T05:39:18.837-08:00Those Cosmics who ran at Glamaig last June are to have their fifteen minutes (seconds?) of fame!The race will be featured in one of the episodes of a show called Beachcomber Cottage, which be shown on BBC2. The show is about a southern chap who comes up to the west coast to live in a bothy with pigs and chickens for company. Said chap came over to Skye to run in the race and brought his film http://www.cosmics.org.uk/new/blogs/social/2009/02/cosmics-on-tv.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Sarah)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28950123.post-2129515295464517306Tue, 30 Dec 2008 13:12:00 +00002008-12-30T05:32:03.983-08:00Party!! Party!!It's that time of year again...to delve into the back of your wardrobes for those articles of clothing that never dare see the light of day.It's time to dress up!!Date: Saturday 10th JanuaryVenue: Bieldside InnTime: 7:30 till midnightCost: £10Fancy Dress Theme: Kings and Queenshttp://www.cosmics.org.uk/new/blogs/social/2008/12/cosmic-xmas-party.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cosmic Elaine)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28950123.post-1055877192555517207Wed, 10 Dec 2008 19:28:00 +00002008-12-10T11:31:25.794-08:00Tilly Smith and the Cairngorm reindeer tonight's One Show.http://www.cosmics.org.uk/new/blogs/social/2008/12/i-spy.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Sarah)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28950123.post-785696933758867632Mon, 06 Oct 2008 18:13:00 +00002008-10-06T11:15:37.258-07:0025th SHR Annual 'do' and Prize Giving - Sat 1st NovemberA reminder to all SHR members that the annual end-of-season SHR 'do' takes place on Sat 1st November this year, at the new venue of Crianlarich Youth Hostel. Details are still to be confirmed, but it is hoped that some late afternoon (inside)entertainment will be provided allowing for folk to get a run, cycle etc etc in the surrounding area http://www.cosmics.org.uk/new/blogs/social/2008/10/25th-shr-annual-do-and-prize-giving.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cosmic Elaine)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28950123.post-1367307983723223749Thu, 26 Jun 2008 11:30:00 +00002008-06-26T04:30:40.264-07:00Perhaps I'm look at google too much, but I am testing another feature... See http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&msa=0&ll=57.218121,-2.441711&spn=0.65731,1.691895&t=p&z=9&msid=108881264762453410561.0004508fef83ce76a9aa5   This map should show all the runs and races that Cosmics do, at least in Aberdeenshire, when it's finished.  For a limited time only I have allowed anyone to edit the http://www.cosmics.org.uk/new/blogs/social/2008/06/google-maps.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cosmic Sean)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28950123.post-1403606730436114619Tue, 24 Jun 2008 22:27:00 +00002008-06-24T15:27:34.717-07:00Here's another test...A google calendar with cosmic runs and races.  I have removed features that make it look like a month-view calendar, so comments appreciated. Is it any use? Is it better or worse than what we have? I know the maps link doesn't work. It would if I put the postcode in the where field, but not if I put the grid ref in 'where'.Here's the link: http://79.170.40.171/cosmics.org.ukhttp://www.cosmics.org.uk/new/blogs/social/2008/06/more-new-features-google-calendar.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cosmic Sean)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28950123.post-2249197087323371708Mon, 23 Jun 2008 22:45:00 +00002008-06-23T15:54:33.715-07:00Here is a new test feature...To add Ewens list of Saturday runs and races to your Google Calendar, Microsoft Outlook, or other calendar, import this file. (Or use this link http://79.170.40.171/cosmics.org.uk/content/SatRunsJun08.CSV)If you find this useful, add a comment or tell me. If it's popular, I will add a file for Tuesday runs, and I'll do it every time Ewen issues new dates.Seanhttp://www.cosmics.org.uk/new/blogs/social/2008/06/race-calendar.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cosmic Sean)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28950123.post-5231156397562081407Fri, 23 May 2008 18:27:00 +00002008-05-23T11:36:17.575-07:00The next race in the Cosmic Summer Series will be held on Thursday 19th June at Balmedie. A BBQ has been reserved for our use afterwards so remember and take along your burgers & buns and importantly BYOB. Here's hoping for a nice evening.See you all then.http://www.cosmics.org.uk/new/blogs/social/2008/05/balmedie-beach-race-bbq.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cosmic Elaine)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28950123.post-4996054527178004853Mon, 14 Jan 2008 23:24:00 +00002008-01-15T06:02:59.210-08:00Cosmic’s Christmas Training ‘07The 18th December saw the last training night of the 2007 season at Kings College for the Indomitable Cosmic Hillbashers. As is now a tradition, the evening has become a fun event (i.e. no hills) which this year saw the return of Coach Ewen Rennie’s famous Accelerator Accumulator to challenge not only our ability to run, but also judging pace and recording times – http://www.cosmics.org.uk/new/blogs/social/2008/01/cosmics-christmas-training-07.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cosmic Elaine)0