A first update from the Montane Summer Spine Race 2025: Jon Shield is off to a flying start, 7 mins ahead of CR pace at Torside. The Montane athlete and Winter Sprint & Summer Challenger South winner is looking every bit the threat we expected… #SummerSpine #BritainsMostBrutal
Jon has an impressive early lead ahead of strong contenders: Ed Payne, Mark Simpson, Matthias Klaus, Chris O’Donnell, and Rob Moore. It’s early days—but the pace is fierce… #SummerSpine
Emma Hopkinson leads the women. The 2024 Summer Challenger North CR holder has Irene Kinnegim hot on her heels—out to avenge a DNF here last year. Spine newcomer Shirley Murray is holding 3rd in her debut… #SpineRace
Winner in 2022 + 2023 and current course record holder Anna #supertrouper Troup sits in a talented chasing group with Patrizia Sini, Nikki Han & Ally Whitlock. It’s cool & clear on the Pennine Way—but with strong winds and a changeable forecast, anything could happen. #SummerSpine
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