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Quakers Running Club

Quakers Running Club, which is based in Darlington, Co. Durham, was formed in May 1995 with a membership of just six. Since those early days the club has developed a reputation as being one of the friendliest and most welcoming of clubs in the North-East of England. Over the years the club has increased its membership to around two hundred and is more than happy to welcome all abilities into the sport. Let’s face it, we all had to start somewhere and you don’t need to be an Olympic athlete to get enjoyment out of running and athletics.

Whether you just want to start running for the sake of fitness, or you’re just about to do your first 10k road race or your 25^th London Marathon, we can help you get through it. Our runners participate in a variety of events which include road running, cross-country, fell running and track and field. In addition we are also experienced in orienteering, trail running and ultra distance running. Non members are actively encouraged to come along see what the club has to offer and no charge is made for attending these sessions, our hope is that you will enjoy running and training with us, will keep coming back and will eventually join the club.

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See below for reviews:

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Item Tested and reviewed:

Saucony Lady Hydrator Sports Tops

PRICE: £11.99

Reviewed by: Gillian Harris

Star Rating (Out of 5): 5

Best Points: Nice & soft, light weight. Fitted well without being too baggy / tight. Dried quickly after exercise keeping cold sweat away from your back. Washed well.

Worst Points: Didn’t like the idea of a zip, but once worn zip wasn’t uncomfortable. Top clicked first time on.

Other Comments:

Would buy top, reasonably priced at £11.99

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Reviewed by: Carol Penney

Star Rating (Out of 5): 4

Best Points: Good wicking during warm training sessions

Worst Points: Neck too high which was irritating along with the zip

Other Comments:

Good value for an Autumn weather top. Nicely finished cuffs to stop sleeves falling down

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Item Tested and reviewed:

Saucony Long Sleeve Running Top

PRICE: £11.99

Reviewed by: Charles Bogg

Star Rating (Out of 5): 4

Best Points: Good comfortable fit in chest, shoulders & under arm without being too baggy in waist. More accurate/true sizing than some other brands.

Worst Points: If there has to be one, Brand name blazoned across chest. Doesn’t add to any design features and pointless for a base layer garment.

Other Comments: Good soft feel & flat seams. Remained comfortable when wet.

Did not rub when wet

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Reviewed by: Jeff Marriott

Star Rating (Out of 5): 3

Best Points: Comfortable fit.

Worst Points: Didn’t wick sweat away from the arms.

Other Comments:

Good mid layer item at a reasable price.

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Reviewed by: Anthony Corbett

Star Rating (Out of 5): 4

Best Points: Comfortable, generally a good fit and length and lightweight.

Worst Points: Sleeves a little long, slight concern how long the large logo will last after numerous washes.

Other Comments:

Personally only wear long sleeve tops in the winter and therefore this would be too lightweight for me. However great for those who wear long sleeves all year.

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