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Atacama Crossing (2016) blog posts from Richard Cohen

07 October 2016 12:25 pm (GMT-04:00) Santiago

A very tough last couple of days here in the desert both physically and emotionally starting with a tough stage 4 called the

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Kelly Kuhn

Posted On: 09 Oct 2016 09:00 am

Such an incredible journey Rich and I am certain there are no words or photos that can capture what you have accomplished. Gary and I send our very best and are in awe of you for even beginning this adventure much less finishing - please enjoy this victory!

Andrew Espin

Posted On: 08 Oct 2016 04:27 am

Well done on keeping it together and finishing that stage! The long march in Atacama is not an easy stage!!! Rest up and enjoy the pizza at the end

Tim Cairns

Posted On: 08 Oct 2016 03:34 am

Strong! Well done Rich. Sounds brutal. Sorry to hear Lisa didn't make the end. Brings back strangely fond memories hearing about the pain battle! Fantastic effort.

Sara Cohen

Posted On: 08 Oct 2016 03:02 am

Omg Rich you are amazing! What a trooper! You have done so well to get this far what an experience and it sounds like you have great people around you! Well done you've got this now and you can do it I know you can! Rest as much as you can finish line is not far now. Big ups bro love ya xxx

Wendy Cohen

Posted On: 08 Oct 2016 01:17 am

Awesome job, so proud xxxx

04 October 2016 09:44 am (GMT-04:00) Santiago

After a really challenging day 2, I was really happy to hear that we would get a decent run out for the majority of this stage starting with hard packed surface and then some uneven terrain just like manly to spit in Sydney.

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Belle Pattanee

Posted On: 07 Oct 2016 08:23 am

Been checking for your status on Stage 5 and you made it! One more stage, just one little step and it is the finish line!!! I saw Lisa's status and hope nothing serious. Take good rest and take good care of Lisa. Keep fighting!!!! Lot of loves from Belle&Tag

Paul Hurdsfield

Posted On: 06 Oct 2016 10:24 am

Good luck with today's mega run today mate, I'm sure those trusty valyrian walking poles are supporting you well! Can't wait to hear the stories when you get back.

Deepanker Khosla

Posted On: 06 Oct 2016 06:38 am

Oh yea man !! I can only begin to imagine the kind of strategies in that mind of yours right now !! Climbing up the ranks slow and steady .. hydration every 15-20 mins or so would definately enhance your performance ! Keep getting it bro .. sending some good vibes to those salt flats

Theresa Paveley

Posted On: 05 Oct 2016 02:38 pm

Incredible day for you playing to your strengths totally in awe.

Tipichar Bee Khantanaphar

Posted On: 05 Oct 2016 11:52 am

Fantastic to hear you are going strong Rich. 29th place is amazing! You and Lisa inpsire me hugely I went to sign up for an ultra trail-run today. A baby 50km compared to yours! Can't wait to see all the pics. Keep the blog (and the run :)) going and more importantly, keep toe nails intact yah? Love to you two from BKK xxx

03 October 2016 12:31 pm (GMT-04:00) Santiago

Stage 2 completed and man what a day!

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Paul Hurdsfield

Posted On: 05 Oct 2016 08:29 am

Just seen this blog mate, looks epic. Keep up the good work champ and remember valar morghulis ;)

Krystle Khoo

Posted On: 05 Oct 2016 08:02 am

Stage 3 timing looking awesome.. can't wait to see the blog post for it. Just halfway more to go... keep on keeping on Rich!

Belle Pattanee

Posted On: 05 Oct 2016 05:29 am

Almost there man! keep going!!!

Wendy Cohen

Posted On: 05 Oct 2016 05:01 am

wow, what an amazing time for stage 3, you got mentioned in daily dispatches for moving up 14 places, well done (also mentioned for having the noisiest tent!) Great work, you are obviously taking care of hydration and calories, looking forward to reading your next blog xxx

Sara Cohen

Posted On: 05 Oct 2016 01:30 am

My goodness the photos being uploaded are just Incredible must be breathtaking in more ways than one actually being there. You and Lisa looking very strong keep up the amazing work do proud of you both xxx

Andrew Cotterill

Posted On: 04 Oct 2016 10:01 pm

Incredible effort today, I assume the beng beng nutritional strategy is doing the trick?

Andrew Espin

Posted On: 04 Oct 2016 02:26 pm

Woohooo! Looking forward to hearing about stage three! Well done on a brutal stage two - I am sure by the time you read this you will have Stage 3 in the bag as well! Looking forward to hearing how it goes! Andrew

Wendy Cohen

Posted On: 04 Oct 2016 05:18 am

First pictures of you and Lisa have been published on the website, so have loaded them onto FB, one of of you each in the tunnel and the other two with you running across some amazing terrain, know it was you both from your bibs, hope you are ok with that, no hiding place from your Mum xxxx

deepanker khosla

Posted On: 04 Oct 2016 04:19 am

Richard ! .. Keep killing it :) Some Moisturizer and a sock while sleeping really helps with the blisters . Sending you some good vibes brother :)

Wendy Cohen

Posted On: 04 Oct 2016 02:23 am

great going Rich, I read about the river running in icy cold water, they are not making it easy for you, spending the rest of the run in soggy shoes must have been hard, no wonder you got some blisters, keep going strong, very proud of you and really enjoying neing able to 'participate' xxxxx

02 October 2016 05:14 am (GMT-04:00) Santiago

Stage 1 complete.

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Alex Moran

Posted On: 03 Oct 2016 05:29 pm

Hey Rich! So .....day one done of a race im sure you never thought youd do! Seeing us all suffer in the Gobi must of been so appealing....lol... Well done on a brilliant first day keep it up Bro!

Andrew Espin

Posted On: 03 Oct 2016 12:53 pm

Hey Richard Good going! Great to be following the race! Hope you enjoy day two, that was my favourite! Keep on trucking looking forward to the week. Andrew

Wendy Cohen

Posted On: 03 Oct 2016 04:58 am

Looks like you are starting to find your stride and a good time, well done, sounds like an awesome place to run, take care xxx

01 October 2016 10:03 am (GMT+08:00) Beijing, Chongqing, Hong Kong, Urumqi

I Went for a 5km run at altitude and that is no joke!

I

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Barry Doggett

Posted On: 02 Oct 2016 01:32 pm

Hi Rich. Looks like you're "embracing the experience" already! Food, altitude, dryness, distance, tents - what's so different? Travel safely and enjoy.

Sara Cohen

Posted On: 02 Oct 2016 08:11 am

Good luck bro you'll smash it!! So so proud of you we love lots and thinking of you xxx

Wendy Cohen

Posted On: 01 Oct 2016 07:39 pm

Sounds like you are acclimatising well, thinking of you and looking forward to reading your story! Xx

29 September 2016 09:45 am (GMT+08:00) Beijing, Chongqing, Hong Kong, Urumqi

12 hours across the Pacific Ocean we landed at Santiago Airport.

I was pleasantly surprised to see they had

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BenKrystle WespiKhoo

Posted On: 01 Oct 2016 09:38 am

Good luck Rich!! Don't lose to Lisa :)

27 September 2016 05:34 am (GMT+08:00) Beijing, Chongqing, Hong Kong, Urumqi

For my first Blog post I

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Lucy Travers

Posted On: 06 Oct 2016 08:50 am

Go Rich! great work.... amazing pictures! Keep it all up, you're sounding full of energy and in great spirits... reckon you can even bust a few of those moves out as you cross the next line..;)) Proud of both you! keep going.. xx

Sanjay Dev

Posted On: 28 Sep 2016 03:11 am

Good Luck Richard!! We are with You!!

Wendy Cohen

Posted On: 27 Sep 2016 11:40 pm

Keep your eyes peeled for those pesky Meerkats, they can pop out of holes and trip you up! Good luck my lovely boy

Rishi Haria

Posted On: 27 Sep 2016 06:20 am

Good luck man! I'm sure you're physically ready for it so it's just a matter of doing it. Enjoy every moment even the rough ones :)

Craig Somerville

Posted On: 27 Sep 2016 06:09 am

Smash it bro!!!!!! I should have got you some EPO, it would have helped massively with feeding your muscles oxygen!!!!! Although I wouldn't have a clue where to get it from ha ha ha. Looking forward to seeing your updates. Take Care, Love, Craig xxxxxx