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Ben Notley
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Приєднався 17 січ 2009
Fun casual running videos for casual runners! If you have any questions leave a comment on one of my videos or send me a tweet or a DM on Twitter or Instagram! @BenderRuns
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GTR 2000 - Trail Running with the Guildford Trail Runners
Join me and the Guildford Trail Runners for a Tuesday night trail run where I pass 2000 miles for the year so far.
If you would like any more information about the Greensand Way 100 fundraiser please check out the link below and if you can please leave a donation to help fight cancer! 👇
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If you have any questions about todays video please leave a comment or send me a DM on Instagram @benderruns
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👥 Guildford Trail Runners - guildfordtrailrunners
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🛒 SURREY TREK AND RUN - www.surreytrekandrun.co.uk/
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CHECK OUT THESE CHANNELS! 🏃🏃🏃
🏃 Dan Runs - ua-cam.com/channels/fofi8I66COL68OIVY1hMSA.html
🏃 Ultra Runner Adam - ua-cam.com/users/polstore1
🏃 Time on Feet - www.youtube.com/@timeonfeet
🏃 30somethingMike - www.youtube.com/@30somethingmike
🏀 ZACTASTIC - ua-cam.com/channels/E4LrYiHNk4UO-LEwm34qpA.html
If you want to check out the Tales from the Trails Podcast you can find it at these podcast outlets.
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ENJOY!
Time Stamps
0:00 - Intro
3:16 - GTR Run
5:39 - Summary
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GTR 2000 - Trail Running with the Guildford Trail Runners
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GTR 2000 - Trail Running with the Guildford Trail Runners
Review
topo ultraventure 3
topo athletic
topo trail shoe
instinct x8
x8 18L
If you would like any more information about the Greensand Way 100 fundraiser please check out the link below and if you can please leave a donation to help fight cancer! 👇
⭐️ fundraise.cancerresearchuk.org/team/greensand-way-100
If you have any questions about todays video please leave a comment or send me a DM on Instagram @benderruns
📸 Instagram - benderruns
🔶 Strava - www.strava.com/athletes/34565541
👥 Guildford Trail Runners - guildfordtrailrunners
👕 GTR x New Balance Kit - www.newbalanceteam.co.uk/category/guildford-trail-runners/
Password - aston975!
🛒 SURREY TREK AND RUN - www.surreytrekandrun.co.uk/
✖️ Fuelled by XMiles! Use my link for 5% off your orders - www.xmiles.co.uk/BENDERRUNS
or use the code BENDERRUNS at checkout!
CHECK OUT THESE CHANNELS! 🏃🏃🏃
🏃 Dan Runs - ua-cam.com/channels/fofi8I66COL68OIVY1hMSA.html
🏃 Ultra Runner Adam - ua-cam.com/users/polstore1
🏃 Time on Feet - www.youtube.com/@timeonfeet
🏃 30somethingMike - www.youtube.com/@30somethingmike
🏀 ZACTASTIC - ua-cam.com/channels/E4LrYiHNk4UO-LEwm34qpA.html
If you want to check out the Tales from the Trails Podcast you can find it at these podcast outlets.
🎧 Spotify - open.spotify.com/show/4wSt2fJPVd0abDVjlP9rJe
🎧 Google Podcasts - podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8zZmRjOTkwNC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw==
🎧 Anchor FM - anchor.fm/talesfromthetrails
ENJOY!
Time Stamps
0:00 - Intro
3:16 - GTR Run
5:39 - Summary
👕 Check out PRINT MY KIT! They supplied me with my very own custom running top. Check out the link below to get your own!
printmykit.co.uk/
The music used in this video can be found at www.epidemicsound.com/referral/rj55gg/
🎤
ENJOY!
#trailrunning #guildfordtrailrunners #ultrarunning
GTR 2000 - Trail Running with the Guildford Trail Runners
TAGS
ultra marathon
ultra running
ultra marathon training
centurion running
guildford trail runners
surrey trail races
trail running
bender runs
surrey trek and run
ultimate direction
instinct race vest
running race
backyard trail race
surrey hill trail running
greensand way
south downs way 100
south downs
GTR 2000 - Trail Running with the Guildford Trail Runners
Review
topo ultraventure 3
topo athletic
topo trail shoe
instinct x8
x8 18L
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2000 miles is unreal for just past half way through the year. Well done, Ben. Cracking views in this vid and these long summer evenings are such a joy. 💪 PS: that Suunto watch looks class.
Well done Ben. Hope you and the family are all well. Glad to see you getting back to some steady running. 2000 miles at this time of year: wow that is some mileage. It is amazing what us UA-camrs will do for our art, walking up and down those steps was real dedication to the art form. Keep up the good work mate.
Definitely fancy coming up your way and having a run with you and the group. Never ran around your area before so going to take in some new sights soon! Great video as always Ben.
Those GTR meet ups always look like a good time. Do people just turn up and run or are they paid members of the club?
Paid members, wow!!!! OH I'd also like to get paid to be a member of a club too please!!!!😆😁
It's always a good laugh on a Tuesday night Mark. It's free mate. Can't in all good conscience charge people to run on public footpaths 🤣 It's all about being social on a Tuesday mate. 😎🤘
No need to pay Bev! We would love.to have you join GTR 😊👍
@@BenNotley 😆Bit of a commute, but thanks Ben!!😉
@@bev9708 you can still be a part just from afar 🤣👍
That was a great night at GTR!
@@DanRuns good to have you back mate! 😎🤘
Amazing work ❤
Thanks very much! I really appreciate the support. 😎🤘
Thank you for your valuable input ❤
You're welcome! I hope you found the video useful. Thanks for watching! 😎🤘
Thanks for the thorough testing, Ben. That's a lot of K,'s and the shoe looks great. Big fan of stack height and cushioning for long ultras. Agreed that price is relative to quality and durability.
Cheers Reto. I think it's well worth giving a shoe a fair trial. It's holding up really well and it has taken a bit of a beating. Well worth the cash in my opinion. 😎🤘
Overall, seems like a great all-day ultra shoe with just the right build and features without becoming too cumbersome. Great feedback on the shoe Ben!
It's the perfect shoe for cruising in comfort Chad. 👌 I would love to see what you think of them if you manage to grab a pair. Thanks for watching buddy. 😎🤘
Overall, seems like a great all-day ultra shoe with just the right build and features without becoming too cumbersome. Great feedback on the shoe Ben!
Been wearing Altras since 2015 but last year got a road and trail pair of Topo's. The road pair are as good as any Altra Torin both in fit/comfort and durability. The trail pair on the other hand are not good. The Vibram sole whilst grippy is so stiff - it hasn't loosened up at all even with over 150 miles ran in them. Also the bonded outsole and rand has delaminated from the upper. I certainly wouldn't buy again.
Sounds like you've been having a few issues with your pair of trail shoes. What model have you been using? Ultraventure or something different? As I say I haven't experienced any build quality issues with my pair. I will do an update short if I find any issues with it in the future. Thanks for watching! 😎🤘
@@BenNotley Yes they were Ultraventure ones. Can't think when I got them but a couple of years ago now. Shame as the road ones are really good. Maybe I just had a rogue pair or I'm so used to my Altra Olympus 4s for my long runs for the comfort. Worn the Olympus for TP and A100 and half of the 50 Slam so far this year and for now I'll stick with those.
@@paulakalosttime interesting. I will let you know if the same happens to mine. Yeah well worth sticking with things that are tried and tested. Sounds like the Olympus work well for you. 😊👍
Ben, are they true to size?
Hi Neil. Yeah it is true to size. I went with my usual size 9 and I have no issues with that. Thanks for watching bud. 😎🤘
Well done mate! You inspired me so much with your London2Brighton vlog I jumped on a plane from NZ and came and did the event. Jeepers, I hope this one doesn't do the same thing as that will hurt 🤣. Amazing race buddy, you are a LEGEND!
@@shaunnicholson5389 thanks very much for checking out the vid Shaun! How did you get on with the London 2 Brighton? I hope you managed to dodge the night time rain. 🤞 Thanks for the nice comment mate that's very kind of you. 😎🤘
@@BenNotley Got wet as finished other side of midnight but it was fun! BTW, seems you have a few fans in NZ...have to get you out here for the UTMB Tarawera Ultra (100km or Miler).
@@shaunnicholson5389 ah man sorry to hear you got hit by the storm but I guess you weren't in it for too long. I saw some L2B runners up on Ditching Beacon in the pouring rain. It was good to give them a cheer as we were going opposite directions. I would love to run Tarawera! It looks like a truly epic race and in a beautiful country too. It's certainly on my bucket list. 😎🤘
Great review mate. Always been intrigued by Topo particularly because of the wideness but never tried so good to know your thoughts on them. I'd be interested to know how many miles you get out of them, sounds like they could be pretty durable
Cheers Ben. Been really I pressed with them. They're not as widely used in the UK currently but I hope they get the coverage they deserve. Well worth the cash. I am confident I should be able to get 1000k+ in them. Thanks for watching bud. 😎🤘
LOVED IT. Thank you BEN
You're welcome Mr Coates! Thanks for watching mate! 😎🤘
What happened to the blue snowball? The GOAT!
Still got the snowball mate. Record these videos in the school. Quieter and more space to work with. 🤣👍
@@BenNotley quieter IN the school, Home must be wild xD
@@Terrorhertz when the kids have gone home obviously 🤣
@@BenNotley 😁
Nice one Ben, Topo certainly do make durable shoes 👏
Cheers Martin. It's been a dream to run in for sure. Looking forward to trying out some of the other models in the future. Thanks for watching mate! 😎🤘
I like the similarities to hoka that 5mm to 6mm drop seems to work well for me. And i love the wide toe box. Hokas a known for being narrow. Finding it on mach 6 now. Great review bro might give these a whirl
Cheers Lee. They seem to be a good blend of the Altra and Hoka. I would say they're basically an ATR with a wide toe box. Proper comfy cruiser. 👌 Cheers for watching bud. 😎🤘
Lee, try the Hoka Mafate Speed 4, wider toe box than Speedgoat.
@@RunFreeandStrong not the first time they've been recommended butty thabk you
Exactly the same view on these as me 👍🏼 These for dryish conditions (British summer time), Mtn Racer 3 for other conditions.
Glad to hear you're feeling the same way. I have been eyeing up a pair of the mountain races for the summer. I think the slightly more aggressive outsole will handle the mud better. Thanks for watching. 😎🤘
What's the sizing like Ben? Is it True to size or would you say go up/down half size?
True to size for me - albeit I tend to go half a size up on trail shoes for my ultras.
I would say go true to size Paul. They seem larger because of the toe box space but no issues with the length. Thanks for watching mate. 😎🤘
Great review buddy. Still yet to try the newer models … looking good for over 400km - interesting comments re the cushion too. Nice one
Cheers James! Next time you're in STaR give them a go and see what you think. Might be overly cushioned for you but you might fancy giving them a whirl. Thanks for watching buddy I hope you're well. 😎🤘
They just make good shoes, I have owned two, they are not easily available in my area.. but I was not let down by the two shoes I had. Long may they stay independant and keep on mission.
I hope they keep doing what they're doing mate. They seem to be sitting in the sweet spot between Altra and Hoka. They need to keep doing what they're doing. Cheers for watching JBS. 😎🤘
Nice review, they look like a good road to trial training shoe when comfort needed. Like the wide toe box and impressive durability after 400km.
It's been a real work horse Tom. Can't really find anything wrong with it. I guess if you really prefer that snug toe hugging fit then it won't be the shoe for you but if you're looking to cruise in comfort I think you will be hard pressed to find a better option. Thanks for watching mate. 😎🤘
Love how people look at £150-200 being reasonable for trainers, which will last maybe a few months, yet spend far less on work shoes which you'll spend far more of your day wearing 😂
I use my ex running shoes for work. Once he outsoles are completely toast they then become my daily walk abouts. Gotta get my money's worth. 🤣👍
Excellent summary, Ben 👍🏻 I haven't managed to blow through any uppers on any of my shoes yet. Lots of people seem to do that though. I must be doing something wrong 😂
🤣 you're probably just looking after your shoes better than most of us Mark. Cheers for checking out the video bud. 😎🤘
Hoka Mafate Speed 4 might suit Ben?
@@carlstoakes6240 I have a pair of Mafates Carl. Another great shoe. 👌 They have much better traction in the trails than the Topos but they aren't as nice to run on the roads. Thanks for watching bud. 😎🤘
@@BenNotley Was considering the Mafate's as my next shoe. How would you rate the Topo, Mafate & Speedgoat 5s in 1st, 2nd & 3rd place?
@@carlstoakes6240 they have different uses really mate. The mafate is great for mountain running and also muddier conditions because of the more aggressive lugs. The Topo is more similar to a Hoka ATR but has a wider toe box and I think higher quality cushioning but it terms of uses very similar to a ATR. The speedgoat is in between them. You can pick up the pace more in the speedgoat and that traction is better but not as cushioned as the Topo. I hope that kind of makes sense 🤣
Ben, thanks for the recovery update and the upcoming race previews. Best wishes to you and Zachary. Not surprised at your excellent recovery, it's a reflection of your awesome training before the SDW.
@@RunFreeandStrong thanks Reto! It's been a great year so far I hope that continues in the second half. Thanks for checking out the video buddy! 😎🤘
Sciatica Ben . Not run at all in June .. improving but have also withdrawn from NDW100 and try and rebuild 🙏
Ah mate! That's a shame! I had thought you're Strava had been a bit quiet mate. Good call to drop NDW though. Rebuild and come back stronger bud! 💪
Incredible recovery and beautiful filming Ben 👊🏃🏻♂️
Cheers Micheal! Thanks for watching mate. I hope you're well. 😎🤘
Remind me never to sign up for a race with Zachary...his pace is phenomenal 😅
He's always hot out of the blocks but soon learns the lesson of pacing 🤣 Thanks for watching mate! 😎🤘
Nice plan, Ben. Busy summer ahead. Great video a d glad to hear the recovery went well after the last 100miles.
Cheers Neil! I have a few quiet months but once the events start they roll in pretty rapidly. Thanks for watching mate! 😎🤘
Is there anything better than running in the English countryside in summer? No.
100% agree mate. Can't be beaten. Thanks for watching buddy! 😎🤘
@BenNotley Epic stuff...and I'm always happy to live vicariously through UA-cam videos😂
@SpindlyScoudrel cheers bud that's very kind! Well I hope I can provide you with some more decent content for you to enjoy. 😎🤘
Smashing run that mate! Well done 👏. Thanks for sharing the new kit. Had me goggling the shoes right away lol. Shoetuber 😅. Looking forward to watching you absolutely smash the rest of the year and the main event 💯🔥
Thanks for checking out the vid Stephen I appreciate it as always mate. Really looking forward to the next 6 months mate. 😎🤘
Thank you Ben Excellent video. Very informative and beautiful photography especially enjoyed seeing the first church
Thanks Charmain I am glad you enjoyed the video. 😎🤘
Nice one
Cheers Chris! 😎🤘
Hi Ben, Thanks for your posting. You are looking in great shape and it sounds like you have a busy schedule coming up. I've been pretty quiet this year, fighting some health issues, which I think that I'm finally getting on top of. It's meant that running and time at the gym have essentially been off the agenda, so I'm now able to start back again but in a very low position. It's been challenging but I'm delighted to now be reconnecting with folks and getting inspired and back into it. You may recall that I'm a recovering blood cancer patient, so I'd really like to sponsor you in your October race. Can you let me know when it's appropriate to do so, and how I can organise that. Many thanks and all the best........Cheers! Phil👍
Great to hear from you Phil! Glad to hear you're back on top of your health buddy! Now that's behind you I hope that you can get back to some regular running mate. I have a link to the fundraiser in the description of my videos mate I really appreciate your support. I hope that the money will go some way to helping some people that have been struggling. Take care bud! 😎🤘
Good to see you giving some other brands a bit of a test run, with the vest and shoes. I've often thought about trying Topo but never gone for it. I find Altra to be similar in the sense that you won't be running super fast in them, but the space and comfort is great.
Yeah Mark I am really glad I gave them a go I feel like I've found a real gem. Super comfy cruising shoe. The Cadillac of the trails 🤣👌 Thanks for watching mate! 😎🤘
I have gone down the same routecof pack, opted for the 12ltr version. Materials and build seem good, have used it on two long runs 25km+ with 920 m of elevation. Durability comes at a price of morw heat build up betwwen your back and the pack. Bottles are not necessarily the best deaign regarding the caps and the bite valve could be slightly better. There is no perfect pack just trade offs for what you prefer. Happy with the fit and layout so far. Still lots of time to be put in. Have seen the 18 being used alot at TDG and other long distance races, contemplated it for WD200 but xouls not find a distributor in tjw UK.
Cheers for checking out the video Nicholas. 👍 Yeah the 18ltr seems to be a popular pack on super long ultra and multi days like MDS etc. My buddy Danielle used the 20ltr pack for the WD200 and it served her really well. You're right on your criticisms but like you say there isn't a pack that ticks all the boxes they just seem to be a blend of things you want and things you need. Thanks once again for watching mate. 😎🤘
Great to see you running strong! Keep crushing those miles and best of luck on your (and Zach's) up-and-coming races!
Cheers Chad! Thanks for checking out the video mate. 😎🤘
Great to hear your plans mate, nice range of events in their and love the DIY attitude of the Greensand Way 100. I think I mentioned it before but Carla and I are planning on the Surrey Tops 50 miler by the LDWA on 21st September. Be great to see you there if it fits with race plans. Sign up is from 1st July
Cheers Ben! If you would like to get involved in the GSW we would love to have you join us for some of it mate. 😊👍 As for the LDWA 50 that sounds great but that's the same day as the Triple Trial in Kent. Thanks for watching mate. 😎🤘
@@BenNotley That would be great, definitely up for that. Could you send me the route file and I can have a look at where I could join. Be great to run with you 👍
Fantastic shots and captures in the video Ben! Love it. Great kit as well, I'm loving the new pack. Amazing events coming up.
Cheers Martin very kind of you bud. I hope that we can tow the line of a race together in the future mate. 😎🤘
Good to hear your news and Leith Hill is one place I have also been to recently - albeit far less sunny. Re shoes sure we all need to know if they are good for goal pace on towpaths and if they hold speed when you have saved yourself for the next race.
I cant comment on their abilities along canal tow paths at the moment mate as I am yet to try them in such testing conditions but I would imagine they will.be able to hold their own. I am also hopeful that they will be able to see through 3 consecutive marathon training blocks. Thanks for watching mate. 😎🤘
Ultraventure 3's are fantastic. They're actually nicer to run on road than my road shoes.
I agree mate they run on roads really well because of the minimal lug depth. It's a superb cross over shoe. 👌 Thanks for watching bud. 😎🤘
Problem is with the showtubers these days that they review a shoe and have never run more than 30 miles in them😂😂😂. How can they tell how its going to be, longevity and durability. Most shoes I run in honestly change after about 75 miles, and then you get the true feel of the shoe. I've never run in the topo and would love a review of someone who's actually taken them to the lengths they need to be taken.
Cheers Lee. A valid point mate. Sometimes it's a bit laughable the lack of testing these guys put into their shoes before reviewing them. I can think of one such person right away 🤣 I will see if I can knock something up mate. 😎🤘
@BenNotley 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 I know exactly who your thinking of too 🙃
Enjoyed the video, glorious weather and good to hear about the future races esp another 100 in the calendar 👍
Cheers Tom! Thanks for watching mate. Looking forward to the next 6 months. If you fancy joining us for some of the GSW that would be cool but you would have to slow down a bit though. 🤣👍
@@BenNotley That would be great. Thanks for the invite. Will see if viable with family commitments. Happy training mate!
Looking strong buddy , you can tell the recovery has gone well . Your kit looks on point .. for 18Ltr that is well packed down, (take it there is slot for poles).
Cheers JBS. Apart from this week I have been feeling pretty good. Feeling a bit wiped this week though but I will bounce back. There is plenty of space in the pack to store everything including the kitchen sink mate. 🤣 Thanks for watching mate. 😎🤘
When you planning on doing some real hills up north rather the gentle undulations of the south? (Just some races further afield...) and as its been like 3 years since London Marathon, any plans to ever return to the dirty nasty roads?
Good question Kevin! I have been wanting to get up to some proper hills but it's difficult to go too far afield especially when I have the family to worry about. A big city marathon might be good to have another go at certainly something to think about. 😎🤘
@@BenNotley I won’t lie, your southern hills are too much for me. So, you’re not doing a bad job of them. Was more wondering if fell running would be your kinda thing. Totally get real life take priority so taking time away isn’t ideal.
Look forward to seeing you at the Kent Triple Trail 50... 😎
Nice one Carl! Make sure you come and say hello bud. 😎🤘
Ben - what an iconic area to run. Love it. Never worn Topo, and I have wide feet, so would love a review from you. Then it’s real and made for runners. Keep up the great work
Can't beat a bit of NDW action mate. 👌 I will see if I can knock up a quick review mate. They would be great for people with wide feet for sure. Thanks for watching Mr Coates. 😎🤘
New vest looking nice mate
Cheers Jay. Great bits of kit bud. 👌😎🤘