Parnell seems much the same, but also different. Mix of discrete, established money and 20-somethings starting out in the world. But the younger set probably living in new build apartments rather than run-down housing stock (mostly gentrified now). It's still a good density though. #RunTheCity
A downward sloping path flanked by trees and other native vegetation.
... and onward... a short stroll through a small native bush reserve. The type of shortcut only those familiar with the area tend to know about. #RunTheCity
A light brown ceramic coffee cup 2/3 full of black coffee, resting on a cork trivet. Behind the cup is a glass Chemex brewer with a little coffee in it.
Well overdue for #coffee so stopping in Parnell en-route on a family mission. Going straight for the underestimated caffeine kick from a Chemex. Washed Costa Rica: low acidity and a subtle nutty flavour (almost candlenut).
Rehydration continues... #RunTheCity
A hand holding up an opened can of Steinlager beer. The body of the can is green, there is a red band with white text reading "Steinlegend" as it is a special issue.
Not normally a Steinlager drinker, but it's against my religion not to drink free beer. Thanks to the generous sponsorship of Lions Nathan (ie. Kirin) I get to smash a post #RunTheCity breakfast beer!
Screen capture from a fitness app. Shows a view of Auckland City, overlaid with running stats: Distance - 21.1km Avg pace - 5:15/km
And done - 1:50:44, so 44 seconds outside my target time but faster than Melbourne. Hills and humidity probably got the better of me as the climb up Shelley Beach Rd (17km) was really starting to hurt. Still, made it to the end to finish strong. #RunTheCity
Dawn breaking over Auckland harbour. The sun is just peeking out behind a headland and there are a few boats moored in the foreground.
Start line vibes for #RunTheCity.
The wake of a passenger ferry, looking back towards illuminated city buildings (it is dawn).
Seems all the Auckland ferries have been commandeered for the D-Day like operation getting people to the start of #RunTheCity. Not a bad way to travel TBH.
Night time view of central city buildings with a container port in the background.
Right-o, off to bed to be properly rested for #RunTheCity tomorrow. Early wake up for the ferry across to Devonport for the start.
Passing Victoria Park on the bus and I can see preparations are under way for #RunTheCity tomorrow. Tomorrow morning it will be a packed with tired people who have finished their nominated #running distance.
Phase 3 of #TravelDay completed. Cleared immigration, checked in to accom, collected race pack for #RunTheCity. Been on the ground for 3 hours and enjoying live music and beers with old mates at 95bfm. Good times! 😂
A brisk 7°C this morning, but a decent first run after #MelbMara. Not far, only 5km, but at a pace close to what I'll need if I want to crack 1:50 when I #RunTheCity across the Tasman. Got to set #running goals.
Repping NYC baseball from the ankle up in our officially licensed MLB compression socks!
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Vanmiddag een korte #duurloop tijdens mijn #lunch break #thuiswerkdag. Er stond een vies koud guur (tegen)windje maar blij dat ik het gedaan heb 😊. @hardlopers.bsky.social #loopmaatjes #nevernotrunning #keeponrunning #roadtohannover #runningman #runisfun #hardlopenisleuk #corospace #runthecity
