This was the first time I had run a Bysvyken event.  The organisaton was excellent, as was the support from all of the Bysvyken crew.  The race itself is absolutly brilliant and very intamate as there is a limit of 10 per race which is the 12 and 24 hour (and 36 hour in 2019) and the idea is to see how many laps you can compleate in the time of the race you have entered.   I had thought that the time would realy drag as you are running 1.06 mile loops, but it was quite the opposite!!  The time flew past and all of the marshalls on the route were really encouraging!! The route is set in a beautiful part of Hayle right on the estury.  We saw the tide go out and back in and enjoyed seeing the wild geese flying overhead and landing!!  All in all it is a race I would recommend to anyone that would like to test their endurance and stamina without the pressure of checkpoint cut offs.  The medal is absolutly amazing!!  It is hand made locally and is HUGE.  My thanks go out to Dave & Sally for organising a trully unique event, and to thank all of the marshalls and helpers for their fantastic support.  I really hope this race continues for many years to come!!

This was the first time I had run a Bysvyken event.  The organisaton was excellent, as was the support from all of the Bysvyken crew.  The race itself is absolutly brilliant and very intamate as there is a limit of 10 per race which is the 12 and 24 hour (and 36 hour in 2019) and the idea is to see how many laps you can compleate in the time of the race you have entered.   I had thought that the time would realy drag as you are running 1.06 mile loops, but it was quite the opposite!!  The time flew past and all of the marshalls on the route were really encouraging!! The route is set in a beautiful part of Hayle right on the estury.  We saw the tide go out and back in and enjoyed seeing the wild geese flying overhead and landing!!  All in all it is a race I would recommend to anyone that would like to test their endurance and stamina without the pressure of checkpoint cut offs.  The medal is absolutly amazing!!  It is hand made locally and is HUGE.  My thanks go out to Dave & Sally for organising a trully unique event, and to thank all of the marshalls and helpers for their fantastic support.  I really hope this race continues for many years to come!!

This was my first race by Bys Vyken, and what a unique race to pick!  Registration was simple and the support through out was amazing.  Everyone was encouraging and eager to assist.  I picked this race as I am not that quick, so to have a time limit to see how far you can run, as opposed to chasing cut off's was very appealing.  It is therefore a great way to see how far you can go in 12 hours.  Brilliant! Definitely one for all abilities; to either see what you can do, or set yourself a challenge.  The medals were absolutely awesome, and I got a trophy too, coming joint second female in the 12 hour!! I am so pleased that I did this event.  It was a challenge of the mind as well as a physical challenge. But the support from everyone was motivation in itself  There is a special feel to this race, going up and down the same 1/2 mile stretch of path meant that you pass each other often.  The support from other runners was also incredible. Thankyou to everyone involved - if you haven't done it yet, why not sign up?! :-) 

I did the 24-hour version this year, having done the 12-hour last year, and they’re my two favourite races I’ve ever done. I found them both brutally hard, but I’ve never experienced anything like the camaraderie between the runners or the unwavering enthusiasm and support from the marshalls. The food at the checkpoint was the best selection I’ve seen, with a huge array of choices, and veggie/vegan/gluten-free diets all well catered for. My poor battered legs really appreciated my mid-race massage, and I love my trophy and my preposterously heavy medal. The race photos are brilliant too, and really capture the atmosphere of the day. I honestly can’t think of a single thing that could be improved about this race except the unseasonably horrible weather! I can’t recommend it highly enough.

On first arriving for registration the day before very anxious having never done a 12 hr event before the race director Dave was quick to put me at ease with all my worries So I was on to a good start! On arrival the next morning everyone couldn’t have been more welcoming and friendly staff and other runner

The madness of King George was one hell of a challenge and experience made absolutely amazing thanks to the race director Dave and his team. The marshals were all second to none With the support and motivation for 12/24 hours.

I would absolutely recommend this event and I will definitely be back 

A++++ To Dave and his team 

Never in my running career did I think I would be able to do an event such as this. The encouragement and support from both David and Sally have been incredible. They have been honest and helpful throughout the whole process. 

The information sent out before the event contained everything you needed to know. 

Registration was relaxed but very thorough. Taped seams and all!!!

The race briefing was spot on. 

The route itself was the most unique and picturesque I have seen. I was not bored once.

The tide went out and came back in again!!! The rooks took a bath in the puddles. The squirrels entertained us, racing up and down the trees! The flowers and fauna were beautiful even when it was raining. 

Best of all we’re the people. Members of the public, with dogs and without, they all said hello and gave words of encouragement. Some said we had inspired them to start running!

The Marshalls. These people were just incredible. They gave up their time. They smiled (in the cold windy rain). They made posters. They played music. They sang and danced. We were waited on hand and foot (literally!!!!) Cups of coffee, bacon rolls, filling water bottles, offering any type of food going!!

The lap counters who acknowledged us on every lap.

The amazing Physios who kept us running (and made me stretch!!!)

Tim, the magical photographer who somehow made me look good even whilst running!!!

A very special thank you to little Maisie who stayed out for hours giving out jelly babies, high fives and telling us we were great. Maisie and her Mum are lovely xxxxxxxxx

The other runners, most I hadn’t met before, but I think they will be friends for a long time. Each time we saw each other, greetings were shared. We ran together, we smiled together. 

And then that finish line; that was something special. Everyone greeted and supported us to finish, the atmosphere was very special. I was emotional!

The greatness didn’t stop there of course. In true Bys Vycken events style, the presentations were unique. Each and every person received their medal and trophy from David (even Elmo!!). 

This is an event that will stay with me forever. Not only because I completed it, but because of the love and support shown by everyone involved. 

Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

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Last year I took part in the 12 hour version and loved it. This year there was a 24 hour option and once again I loved it.  The race organisors are so passionate about their events and this race was no exception, can't think of much they could have done better apart from not ordering so much rain. Brilliant marshalling and great support throughout. Oh and the heaviest medal ever. 

Very hard to put the experience of this event into words, but I will try.  The pre event organisation was great as always so when we all turn up everything is there ready with lots of smiling faces.  During the race, especially the latter stages I have never been so well looked after.  From the guys making us teas and serving up chilli, (best chilli ever!) , the lap counters there in all weathers and the entertainment around the course, (great music and loved the signs), Tim who took the great photos in all weathers and my fellow runners all whose smiles and encouragement pulled me through.  Most of all to Sally and David who pulled it all together.  David the RD got me off my arse and moving again for a final few laps when I just didn't have it in me to go out again.  Brilliant event with brilliant people.  I'll be back next year for the 36 hour event

So where do I start.......I had BIG expectations about this day, this was a BIG one for me. This was not just a race but a marking of a personal journey thatI hve been on for the past few years. I grew up here in Hayle, I grew up on this walk...this place mean a lot to me, so what better than to celebrate itby runningup and down it for 12 hours!!!!! So race day came, us excited 14 runners all congrigated for the race brief, spirits were high, the sun was out, marshalls, David and Sallie were all on top form. 8am came and off we went. Up and down, up and down, and up and down some more. Now this may sound like a total mind mess for many but the friendship that us 14 runners all built up during the corse of the 12 hours was remarkable. Marshalls and raceorganisers were the best yet, there wasnt a lap completed with a dozen whoop whoops, there wasnt a half lap completed without encouragement, there wasnt 400 metre mark reached without cheers and mexican waves. I had HUGE expectations about what I wanted from this race, it met them and gave me more than I ever would have imagined. I am pleased to had shared my journey with such inspiring fellow runners, amazingly supportive masrhalls and David and Sallie and also our families, friends and thepublic that came along to cheer us on. My best race yet...I cant wait till next year!

As soon as this race appeared on the calendar I had to enter it as I'd done some flat training miles for Manchester Marathon along the route, so I was keen to try and see how far I could run along it in 12 hours. I've done a few ultras but all hilly trails so this was a good test for a 100 miler coming up in three weeks time.  I usually volunteer at Bys Vyken Events rather than run them so this was my turn to have some of the amazing volunteer help for myself.   And the crew were the best thing about this race - feeding and watering us, forcibly applying sunscreen as the temperature rose, dunking hats in iced water and generally looking after our every need.  The mid way marshalls were a cheering superteam, mexican waving us twice EVERY lap and they even had individual nicknames and shouts for each runner!!!

Most people I mentioned it to thought this race sounded most of all - boring, they couldn't have been more wrong!!  Yes, a half mile stretch then back again over and over, on the face of it sounds a bit monotonous but it was amazing how the time flew by and with waves, thumbs up and wry comments to other competitors as they either lapped or passed by on the other side the hours were soon ticking down.  We were allowed to have stuff handed to us by supporters as long as we didn't leave the course so a fair few ice lollies were eaten as it was one of the hottest days so far this year.

Dave and Sally, the RD's left nothing to chance and their attention to detail was brilliant.  This was the biggest and heaviest medal I've ever received, individually handmade and now has pride of place on my medal rack.  Finishing the race was emotional for everyone and I think we all want to come back next year.  Also lots of the supporters and crew were wishing they'd entered so I think next year's take up will be high.

Well done Dave & Sally, it was a triumph!