It was the first away game of the season - and one of the longest for Carlisle United's fans.
But that didn't deter 314 loyal Blues supporters from making the trip to Colchester.
Photographer Richard Parkes was there to capture the Blue Army in the away section at the JobServe Community Stadium.
Check out a gallery at the top of this article. Can you spot yourself or someone you know?
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