We understand what makes trail runners tick... It's the discovering of hidden little treasures that you stumble upon in old English forests. The derelict ruins, the centuries old bridges and those ancient trees along stunning woodland paths. It's the turning of a corner on a compact trail to have an almighty mountain range be brought to your attention on the opposing valley's horizon.
It's the windy, switch back trails up the edge of a peak or ridge, leading you through iconic landmarks and luscious landscapes, delivering you to fast-paced descents where you can really let loose. Most importantly, it's the enjoyment of doing what you love with likeminded people from all over the country, appreciating the best of what the Pennines have to offer.
The inov-8 Pennine Trails September Trail Series were a special series of races to us, and after the reception they received on their inaugural year and the ones following, it was clear they were special to you too.
The three races were from the very village the team behind Pennine Trails were born and raised. The trails around Hurstwood and Worsthorne are some of the most stunning and enjoyable, yet untouched trails in the Pennines, and it was this driving force that inspired us to set up Pennine Trails and bring them to the attention of other trail running lovers across the country.
The series was our first with the leading Mountain, Trail and Fell running brand as the race series' headline sponsor - something we were insanely proud to have for the trail series.
All of this combined led us to the creation of our latest 'collection' of our own brand of clothing, with the inov-8 Pennine Trails Series design inspired gear being the latest - simply as our way of commemorating a very special set of trail races...