In this episode, Laura and I meet for coffee to talk about upcoming races, we give our first shout outs to our fantastic runners and review some of the latest running gear. Then David talks us through 'that' accident, his incredible recovery from a broken neck, and his plans for next year.

Join Paul O'Neil, Elliot Ward and myself on a recovery run after last weekends long runs and half marathons. We run along the Derwent Valley followed by coffee and chat about Paul's outstanding year so far.

Helen introduces us to our new club mascot, Mr Bear, as he completes his first half marathon and we hear from our runners who accompanied him along the way! Oh, and stay tuned for the outtakes!

Join in the chat and banter at todays Druridge Bay XC where Daniel gathers opinions on the course & cake and James talks about cows, muffins,catching and lapping!

What a day! David's report tonight wraps up a fantastic effort from all the lads. It wasn't without incident though!

It's race day and the boys are off! Check out David's first report as the swim gets underway... good luck everyone!

David catches up with all the athletes on a very windy beach on the last day of preparations before tomorrows race. Good luck lads!

David Levison brings us the latest news from Barclona as Team Ponteland arrive at their hotel and pre-race nerves are beginning to set in. Stay tuned all weekend for the latest news.

Paul & Laura go Off Road and spend the morning in conversation catching up on long runs, half marathon exploits and this weekend's cross country shenanigans. And just how good were the cakes anyway....