by the Night Writer
I’m spending my free (and some of my not-so-free) time trying to plot out our itinerary and lodgings in Spain after we finish the one-week Pueblo Ingles program I wrote about earlier. One of the things I’ve realized is that we’ll be there during the annual San Fermin Bull Run in Pamplona. Now I no longer have the legs for it (though I might make a Taco Run), and the Reverend Mother has never had the inclination, but Tiger Lilly on the other hand…
Photo from the About.com Gallery Pamplona Bull Run 2006
Hmmm. Well apparently the Doom Steak will have to wait because the rules say you have to be at least 18 years old in order to run, and she’s not old enough. Also, while I don’t see any rules expressly limiting the running to men, I also don’t see any photos of women among the runners. You know, it strikes me that this is just the kind of stupid event that would appeal to guys and that women simply know better. Nevertheless, if you think you’d like to try it, you should check out these handy, um, tips.
i have an idea.
NW runds with the bulls.
TL live blogs the whole event.
i’d be tuning in for that.
If they let me use a golf cart I’d consider it.
I think only men can run. You can do the running of the bulls the easy way, with the big head start. It’s still a long way though. Best to just get a good seat and watch. I was there for the running in 1983. Lots of fun and sangria.
golfcart might not be a good idea.
my dad’s bull always challenged me when i drove through the pasture on a six wheel trail gator.
but he always left me alone when on foot.
No golf cart. ATV.
And maybe I’d get me some of them long-horn horns to mount on the front of my ATV as if it were a rancher’s Cadillac! That would be cool.