CLIF Blog

May. 21, 2008
Meanwhile, across the pond…
David Smith is our somewhat new friend. He lives across the pond, over in London—our first on-the-ground Euro Clifster.

We're so proud of him that we decided to send him off in a flurry to spread the Clif love to some unsuspecting runners. Actually, it was his idea to head out to Marlborough and hand out some of our bars and BLOKS at the Marlborough Downs Challenge, one of twelve races that are part of the Ultra Running Championship Series.

The race was either a 20-mile or a 33-mile course for runners and walkers. Regardless of speed, I have a hunch that some of those athletes were pretty darn hungry on the course.

The star of the show turned out to be the SHOT Bloks, which the runners thought were just "brilliant." Ah, how those British words just make everything seem so much more...lovely.

If you find yourself in London-town, and happen upon David, reach out, give him a hug, grab a bar and share your thoughts. He'd love to hear them (as would we).

Cheers.
Posted by:
Amy, Miss Web Gal
Category:
Events
Comments

By Andy on 2008 05 22

Are you saying that your brilliant products are now available in the UK? This would be a dream come true. I can still taste those incredible chocolatey bars I was given free at the Chicago Marathon expo in 2002. Oh my word.

I contacted you about 5 years ago asking where i could buy over here but answer came there none. Since then, I have evangelised and spread the Clif word wherever I have found myself. But without the products themselves, it’s been a lonely, bitter journey.

Let me know how I can reaquaint myself with your your delicious bars—the very best I’ve ever come across, anywhere on the planet. 5 and a half years on, I NEED Clif bars NOW.

Help!

Thanks

Andy


By Dave Smith on 2008 05 22

Great to get such a positive response Andy and glad to hear from a Clif Bar fan. It’s my job to spread the word here in the UK and there’s a long list of events I’ll be attending this year, which we’ll be letting you know about on the website soon.
The good news is there are plenty of places stocking Clif Bar now (including our amazing SHOT BLOKS). You can try Snow & Rock, Cotswold Outdoor or Evans Cycles and there’s plenty of online retailers such as Wiggle, Aktive8.com or stif.co.uk.
Watch this space for more news and if you happen to see me on your travels, be sure to say hello.

Dave


By Bill Davidson on 2008 05 25

Hi Dave, It was good to meet you on Saturday at Blackpool.  I know you know about the BMC Youth Climbing Championships at Ratho on the 28th June which will have around 180 competitors (and obligatory parents of course) + the wall is still open to the public.  I’m not sure if I mentioned that the Scottish Youth Climbing championships is being held at Aviemore this weekend?  There will be approx 60 competitors + the usual above.  Thought this might be another opportunity for you to spread the news & love of course.  If you’d like any more details etc then drop me a line.
Bill Davidson


By mark meacock on 2008 05 26

Yup fantastic that Clif product is availible as i have been spreading the word of this more than bar week in week out throughtout the competative cycling scene since 1998 . I have been lucky due to the love’ly lady at Clif by the name of Nancy Wright . She has sent me clothing to sport on the cycling race scene and load’s of product . It’s great that the product is now availible here in the UK however it’s such a pity that we only get a sprinkling of the flavours and product that’s availible in the US.
I have a real passion for Clif and it’s whole buisness ethos .The book ‘raising the bar’ is a book that has inspired me on a day to day basis . I high’ly recommend it . Here’s hoping to see Luna on the Uk shelves sometime soon.


By Courtney on 2008 06 02

Great news!  Even if I don’t think the bars tasted great/appreciated the goodness in them, I’d have to buy Clif Bars to support the wonderful environmental and social initiatives they take.  Thanks and keep up the good work!


By Shona Maguire on 2008 08 11

I love Clif Bars! No wheat - hurray! Great taste - hurray! Available in Scotland??? I am walking the West Highland Way starting this Wed (13th Aug) - it’s 95 miles. I really want to purchase some Clif Bars before I leave - is there anywhere in Edinburgh that sells them?

I work with Social Enterprises as well so fully appreciate the excellent work you do, and the fact that the tool you use to do this is so damned tasty!!


By Dave Smith on 2008 08 12

Hi Shona, this is Dave and I’m the UK Field Marketing Manager. It’s always great to hear from Clif Bar fans over here and I’m pleased to say that there are more places to find them all the time. As well as our delicious bars you should also give our fantastic Shot Bloks a go. I’ve managed to find a few shops in Edinburgh where you can find Clif Bar:- The Bike Shop (Rodney Street 0131 557 2801); Velo Ecosse (Bruntsfield Place 0131 477 2557) or there are various Tiso stores around the City.
Best of luck on your walk and be sure to say hello if you see us at many of the events we attend.


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