The Striders Grand Prix Series

The idea of the Grand Prix is to reward progress - so it’s not necessariy the fastest that win but the most improved!

Runners that registered last year won't need to submit times because their times from last year will be used this year.  However, they will still need to register to let the organisers know that they want to take part.  All new entrants will need to submit times so that we can use them and predict as before

The registration form gives you all the rules and race information.

You MUST submit your registration to Sarah Wells (sarahwells@swindonstriders.org) before you take part in your first race. If you haven't got an entry form, please e-mail Sarah and one will be sent to you.

We’ve tried to spread the races out through the year, with a race each month.  We’ve also got a good mixture of different surfaces and distances – how does a 6K tickle your fancy?!?!?

To qualify you just need to take part in a minimum of 5 races.  A maximum of your top 10 results will count, if you do them all.

The handicap system will be based on your previous race times (which is why we need you to register) and we’ll use predicted times for distances you’ve not got times for.  With the handicap system you don’t need to be the first Strider home to win, you just need to keep improving and beating your own times to reap the rewards! More detailed rules can be found here.

We’ve set up a webpage with details of the race limits, closing dates for entries, if you can enter online/on the day, and if you need to enter soon where races are likely to get full. See here.

We will also keep you updated on this site with standings and race entry details throughout the year.

Please contact Sarah (sarahwells@swindonstriders.org) if you have any queries.