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A tough 22-miler with 1,500m of climb along the devon coast

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The Greater Manchester Marathon and Exe to Axe

STRENGTH TEST

‘Incredible challenge, and not to be underestim­ated, especially the climbs at Salcombe, Weston and Branscombe. It will find out any weaknesses you have.’ — DARRENM

ENJOY THE VIEW

‘Fantastic race along the beautiful Jurassic Coast with stunning views, brutal climbs and a great atmosphere, too. Only transport and sign-posting could have been better this year.’ — HAGEN

THE PRICE IS RIGHT

‘Fabulous low-key, friendly fell race. This one has been onmy to-do list for a few years and now I wish had done it sooner. Bargain entry, excellent organisati­on, fantastic views, great camaraderi­e with other competitor­s.’ — JOSHHARRIS­2

COMMUNITY SPIRIT

‘This was a race that captured the true spirit of the running community, with everyone encouragin­g those who struggled towards the end to make it over the line. The Exe to axe is about completing it, not your time.’ — TERRYBEWES

SATISFACTI­ON GUARANTEED

‘Everyone was really friendly even though it’s a self-navigation race. The aid stationswe­rewell spaced and stocked with plentiful water, jelly babies and smiles! The satisfacti­on of just finishing a race like this was huge. I’ll be back!’ — JENNYTRAYF­ORD

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