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Atacama Crossing (2007) blog posts from Jamie Ridealgh

25 August 2007 12:13 pm (GMT) Greenwich Mean Time: Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London

For those that perhaps doubted my ability or determination to complete the 250km run across the Atacama Desert....well here I am!

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Posted On: 27 Aug 2007 02:51 am

Jaime! i'm so proud to have you as one of my friends. you're doing a really good job. I'm really glad i can go up to my friends and brag about my brittish friend! you're a huge role model for me, setting goals and achieving them is one of your greatest strenghts. we will hopefully see you soon!

Posted On: 26 Aug 2007 11:54 pm

Hermano, Wonderful...wonderful. Viva Chile!!, Viva Jamie!!. Un tremendo abrazo. again and again our concratulation. We want to see you soon back in Chile. Probably we are going back this year. We love you hermano. Ana, Pedro, Sebastian and Pablo.

Posted On: 26 Aug 2007 07:45 am

Well done Mate. That's one hell of an achievement that will no doubt have a positive impact on you for any future challenges you face. Glad to hear that the messages of support got through to you and spurred you on. Gutted to miss your call last night, as it would have been good to share the moment but no doubt we will get the opportunity to hear about the highs and the lows of the experience when you get back. Enjoy the moment and sink a few beers and let us know when your back home. Take Care Matt & Family.

Posted On: 25 Aug 2007 07:32 pm

Congratulations well done I am really proud of you. Can't wait to hear all about it when you get back. Saw you on the video gallery today, you looked better than I expected although your trainers looked knackered. Well done. brilliant. J

24 August 2007 06:28 am (GMT) Greenwich Mean Time: Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London

Just gonna keep this short because I won't have anything to tell you when I get home.

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Posted On: 25 Aug 2007 02:19 pm

Hi J, I've just read that Catherine can't run the last stage and that Ian and others are carrying her to the end - I hope she's ok. Hope you are too and have totally enjoyed your Atacama adventure!!! See you soon, T & M xxx

Posted On: 24 Aug 2007 08:42 pm

Fantastic - you're doing brilliantly! You've been mentioned quite a few times in the daily write ups which are good to read. Apparently Ian & Cat were last in today to resounding cheers from everyone at camp - good for them!. The comaraderie sounds top notch as you're all cheering each other on! Hope this last 'little' stage is fun then you can party the night away (if you can stay awake!!). See you soon, love T & M xx

Posted On: 24 Aug 2007 02:56 pm

Well done J. I've really felt for you this time. It must have been really hard for you, don't know how you kept it together. Really proud of you. Just one more to go. Bottle of tomato sauce waiting for you when you get back beats champagne. J

Posted On: 24 Aug 2007 01:46 pm

Well done mate, We're off out tomorrow night so we'll have a beer on your behalf. Keep it going and see you when you return. Good luck for the final stage. Matt

22 August 2007 03:36 am (GMT) Greenwich Mean Time: Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London

Hey there,

I am in from the gruelling salt flats which was an absolute nightmare.

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Posted On: 24 Aug 2007 11:56 am

Hiya J, hope all is going well on this massive 73km stage!! You're doing amazingly - just as I knew you would!! Me and Marcia are spending the day with Mum today which should be fun! Missing you loads, T & M xx

Posted On: 23 Aug 2007 11:31 pm

Well Done so far Jamie !!! Had the pleasure of a visit from your beautiful wife and even more beautiful daughter today. You must be missing them like crazy !!! Keep it up and remember its in a good cause, you are a star !!! Lots of Love and Luck Tracey xx

Posted On: 23 Aug 2007 09:55 pm

Hi J, well done your doing really well, you must be so proud of your achievement, you will be able to tell us all about it when we come round for a curry! bye for now & take care F&L

Posted On: 23 Aug 2007 12:17 pm

Hi Mate, After this the London Marathon would seem like a brezze! Dig deep and the finish line will be there before you know it! See you soon Matt

Posted On: 23 Aug 2007 10:34 am

Sounds like a great way to spend a few days relaxing in the sun!!! We're rooting for you

Posted On: 23 Aug 2007 07:57 am

Hiya J, The salt flats sound absolutely awful - I hope you've come through them generally un-scathed. The finish is almost in sight and you've done incredibly so far. Keep smiling and enjoying the scenery. Everyone here is wishing you well and can't wait to hear all about it when you get back. Have a good day, Love T & M xxx

Posted On: 23 Aug 2007 06:05 am

Well it's the biggey today. You've done absolutely superb up to now. I have my computer permanently on to keep up with your progress. Hope you managed to find the spar! Keep it up, hope the blisters don't give you to much hassle. Good luck J

Posted On: 23 Aug 2007 04:47 am

JAMIE!!! hey! i've been keeping track of all thi and wow amazing job. you are NUTS. i miss hanging out with you haha. Ryan and Scott say hey. You need to visit us again no matter what. Take care of yourself while you're out there and never give up! EVER

Posted On: 23 Aug 2007 04:27 am

Hermano !!! Today we pray a lot for you with Ana, Sebastian and Pablo. We miss you and we are so happy for you. Don't forget to stop in Santiago de Chile in "Cafe con piernas" ask about it. He he he.... :) I hope you are able to use the gift ( el diccionario). Cuidate mucho tu hermano Pedro Alamos y Familia Portland, Oregon United State 08-22-2007

21 August 2007 04:37 am (GMT) Greenwich Mean Time: Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London

Hey there!

Day 3 complete.

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Posted On: 24 Aug 2007 07:24 am

Morning J!, You're in the midst of stage 5 and by all accounts are still doing fabulously! It's a beautiful day here and me and Marcia are spending the day with Mum. Hope you're feeling good and Catherine and Ian are well too! Take care, love T & M xxx

Posted On: 22 Aug 2007 09:56 pm

Hiya! According to the 'breaking news' you've completed stage 4 (and have arrived back in the first 25!!!!). I hope you're not running yourself ragged!! Good for you though! You can rest up and get your fat napper down now - ready for stage 5 tomorrow (that's the long one I think). You're doing brilliantly!!! T xx

Posted On: 22 Aug 2007 12:55 pm

G'Day Mick, That’s one hell of an experience you’re getting out there! I bet that Mongolian restaurant in Ossy looks appealing now!! All your exploits are making me feel lazy so I might just hit the gym tonight ~ I've got a feeling that the treadmill may be a little easier that the salt flats! Hope the ankle keeps holding up and best of luck for stage 4. My Mum & Dad are back from holiday tonight so I’ll get them onto your blog. All the family are asking how you’re getting on and can’t wait to hear your story at the next barbeque. Take care and keep posting Matt P.S. Re your gators it could be worse ~ you could be running in the tyre shoes the guys in Last Man Standing used in Mexico!!

Posted On: 22 Aug 2007 08:33 am

Hiya J, Stage 4 already!! Bet it doesn't seem so quick for you though eh?! It says on the write up that you came in around 31st yesterday - that's such an achievement, well done!! I'm glad you're appetite has returned - it must give you a bit of extra energy (and also help to lighten your load as you eat!!). Hope the salt flats aren't too unforgiving and you're ankle doesn't cause you too much grief. We miss you and are extremely proud of you, T & M xxx

Posted On: 22 Aug 2007 07:05 am

Me again. Told Ian all about your problem with your ankle, and basically he said you should RICE. In case you don't know what that means, it means rest, ice compress and elevate. He says that by doing this your ankle should be right in no time. With regards to the tomatoc sauce he said that he thinks that on the salt flats that there is a Spar that you can nip into, or if you miss that half way along there is a Macky D's. Any way he said stop being such a gaylord and get on with it. J

Posted On: 22 Aug 2007 06:08 am

Come on J, stay focused. You know you can do this. You are half way there now and the finish is in sight. Well done for yesterday, just think you are doing a lot better than most. Keep plodding in, don't give that ankle to much grief. We are all rooting for you. Chin up and onwards and upwards. J

20 August 2007 03:35 am (GMT) Greenwich Mean Time: Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London

Sorry about last nights blog, I was totally exhausted and unable to think straight because of the altitude sickness.

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Posted On: 21 Aug 2007 08:45 pm

Hi J, well done for the first 2 stages, your doing really well keep the good work up, we will keep watching to see if we can see you. Take Care & Good Luck, F &L

Posted On: 21 Aug 2007 07:24 pm

Hi Mate, We've been keeping in touch with your progress through the blog but couldn’t see the comments section until now (I sent an email earlier via the website which I hope you got) Sounds like your making great progress (more than I could bloody manage!!) Keep taking the experience and the scenery in, as it will be over before you know it. Keep your spirits up and keep posting, Take Care Matt

Posted On: 21 Aug 2007 10:31 am

Have just checked out the video footage - can't spot you yet but I'll keep looking. The terrain looks really varied and challenging! You're gonna feel so amazing when you reach the end!!!! We're cheering you on all the way! T & M xx

Posted On: 21 Aug 2007 10:18 am

Well done again! You sound like you're really enjoying it despite the conditions and lack of appetite (and being completely shattered)! You're doing so well! Have just seen Don who has been keeping up to date by checking your blog. He sends his regards - he is excited for you and is spurring you on!! Just had first session at nursery - Marcia loved it! Good luck with stage 3 - nearly halfway there!!!! Bye for now, T & M xx

Posted On: 21 Aug 2007 06:06 am

Congratulations on round 2. You sound absolutely exhausted and mentally drained. Let's hope Stage 3 isn't as demanding. We are all thinking about you. Hope the blisters don't give you too much trouble. Good Luck. J

19 August 2007 08:41 am (GMT) Greenwich Mean Time: Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London

Day 1!

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Posted On: 20 Aug 2007 09:35 am

Well done J. Keep up the good work, It sounds like it's been really tough, but you're strong enough to see this though. Good luck with today and try to keep focused. You know you can do it. Craig and Ian send their best. J

Posted On: 20 Aug 2007 08:11 am

Well done J! It sounds like it's been really tough (not to mention the mega cold night before with little sleep for everyone) but you're staying positive as ever!! 1st stage done - you're already closer to the finish!!! Good luck with the icy rivers. Everyone was asking about you yesterday and wishes you well. T & M xxxx

17 August 2007 08:07 am (GMT) Greenwich Mean Time: Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London

Well, by verbal accounts over this mornings desayuno, I am led to believe that many are taking part in pre-race carbo loading at the local pub!!!

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16 August 2007 07:25 am (GMT) Greenwich Mean Time: Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London

After an epic journey to South America and a great customs evasion, I landed in Santiago safe and sound!

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Posted On: 19 Aug 2007 11:36 am

Today's the day!!!!! GOOD LUCK! We're off to Frankie's 1st birthday party (we'll eat some cake for you!!).. T & M xx

Posted On: 17 Aug 2007 05:15 pm

Was good to talk to you earlier today. Just to let you know - I won't be going to Windsor tomorrow afterall. Me and Marcia are going to do something else exciting instead (closer to sunny Oswaldtwistle!!!!!). Sounds like you're meeting some good eggs! Ace!! Bye for now, T & M xx

Posted On: 17 Aug 2007 02:46 pm

Flaming hell J, you're gonna have to get that heart rate down. I mean 65 bpm, you'll be having a heart attack if you're not careful. Looked after Marcia last night, she didn't like Ian, he had to leave the room. Still keeping up with the exercises, keep getting this nagging voice in the back of my head, telling me to get on with it. Good luck for Sunday. J

Posted On: 17 Aug 2007 07:32 am

Sounds like you're having a good time - before the real fun starts!! The altitude effect must be hardwork but you've got another couple of days to get used to it. You are missed but we can't wait to cheer you on! T & M xxx

12 August 2007 04:11 am (GMT) Greenwich Mean Time: Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London

Hi All!

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Posted On: 15 Aug 2007 08:44 pm

Go Jamie go!!!!! You can do it! Me and Marcia will keep checking in to see how you go. Best of luck!!!!! xxx

Posted On: 13 Aug 2007 02:14 am

Hi Jamie, Very nice! I'll remember that for the Gobi next year. Did you have a cobbler do that for you? See you in a few days. -Kris

07 August 2007 03:48 am (GMT) Greenwich Mean Time: Dublin, Edinburgh, Lisbon, London

Now that I am finally set up on my blog I can start putting some words down that hopefully make sense!

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Posted On: 10 Aug 2007 01:53 pm

Great blog! Look forward to meeting you. I think you have a blast out there. Capt Jack

Posted On: 08 Aug 2007 09:33 pm

Hi Jamie Looks like we'll be tent mates in Chile. Hope we don't require any of your Ninja skills to fend off blood thirsty Alpacas! Campbell

Posted On: 08 Aug 2007 02:06 am

Jamie, I understand exactly where you're coming from. I hated running while I was serving and never ever went out of my own accord. It's only since I've left that I've discovered what a pleasure it is to run. Looking forward to seeing you in Chile! Alex