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PostsGobi March (2011) blog posts from Trevor Vivian
01 July 2011 03:22 am (GMT+08:00) Beijing, Chongqing, Hong Kong, Urumqi
Well the long day is over and what a day from hell.
So hot and long, we finally got into camp at 6 am this morning and what an emotional moment, its over! Well nearly.
Had trouble eating any of the freeze dried meals, so only had dried meat and nuts to eat, but plenty of water and electrolytes.The RTP people were very careful making sure that everyone had plenty of water where dehydration is a constant threat, possibly based on last year Gobi
This morning we are all sitting around telling event war stories and fantasizing about food, Chicken Caesar Salad is the most popular.
The final stage tomorrow is an 11k run to the finish line in Turpan, cant wait to see Viv and get a shower and some real food.and to drink something other than hot water.
Thanks to everyone for their encouraging messages its fantastic to receive them at the end of the day.
So hot and long, we finally got into camp at 6 am this morning and what an emotional moment, its over! Well nearly.
Had trouble eating any of the freeze dried meals, so only had dried meat and nuts to eat, but plenty of water and electrolytes.The RTP people were very careful making sure that everyone had plenty of water where dehydration is a constant threat, possibly based on last year Gobi
This morning we are all sitting around telling event war stories and fantasizing about food, Chicken Caesar Salad is the most popular.
The final stage tomorrow is an 11k run to the finish line in Turpan, cant wait to see Viv and get a shower and some real food.and to drink something other than hot water.
Thanks to everyone for their encouraging messages its fantastic to receive them at the end of the day.
29 June 2011 05:52 am (GMT+08:00) Beijing, Chongqing, Hong Kong, Urumqi
What a killer 37k of sand dunes and more mini sand dunes and 42 degrees!
A lot of people pulled out today and tomorrow is the big day, better eat and go to bed.
Didn't get much sleep last night as we stayed in a local village in their houses.
I may seem interesting but it was so hot and airless some of us ended up sleeping outside in the courtyard.
We also had to get up at 3 am to get bused to start line.
So long tough day.
A lot of people pulled out today and tomorrow is the big day, better eat and go to bed.
Didn't get much sleep last night as we stayed in a local village in their houses.
I may seem interesting but it was so hot and airless some of us ended up sleeping outside in the courtyard.
We also had to get up at 3 am to get bused to start line.
So long tough day.
Comments: Total (9) comments
Posted On: 01 Jul 2011 01:22 am
Great effort Trevor can't believe you're getting through it with such (apparent) comfort. Or maybe you're putting a great face on it. Either way - keep it up?
Posted On: 01 Jul 2011 12:26 am
Placed 63rd so far. Damned good show. Hope you're wearing pyjamas at night
Posted On: 30 Jun 2011 08:33 pm
Wow. Solid effort Trev. Well done - enjoy the zzzzzzzz's and keep steady. Nearly there'ish. Good luck
Posted On: 30 Jun 2011 07:57 am
you're making this look ridiculously easy! sheesh. keep up the hard work and we'll be watching you over the long march. stay hydrated and keep those feet nicely wrapped up!
Posted On: 30 Jun 2011 07:53 am
Assume, looking good, we are all there with you, Jai You
Posted On: 30 Jun 2011 02:56 am
Steady, Trev! You've moved up a notch...well done! that's the spirit..err...not the alcohol kind. keep hydrated. ricardo
Posted On: 30 Jun 2011 12:59 am
The dunes look amazing, but bet they're tough on the old knees! Well done for getting through them. Nearly there babe! Can't wait to be at the finish line x
Posted On: 29 Jun 2011 10:21 pm
Great going Trev. You're a better manthan I ajm Gunga Din. Proud of you. Press on regardless. Frank
Posted On: 29 Jun 2011 06:38 pm
Well done Trev! Head down and go steady.You know the zone :)Great to see you doing well. Drink loads,coming from a publican i.e. would love to have have ya in the pub this week , after every stage :) Jao Yao........
28 June 2011 05:57 am (GMT+08:00) Beijing, Chongqing, Hong Kong, Urumqi
Had a great day, plenty of river crossings, a 10k uphill section and then down hill most of the way to the camp.
Managed to keep the run walk strategy going till the final 4k when we entered the canyons, which was hot and airless and the pace slowed significantly.
Had my feet taped again ready for tomorrow, still feeling strong just tired.
My advice to anyone attempting this is go light on everything. Our packs are now getting lighter having eaten a good portion of the food.
Everything ok just taking each day at a time.
Managed to keep the run walk strategy going till the final 4k when we entered the canyons, which was hot and airless and the pace slowed significantly.
Had my feet taped again ready for tomorrow, still feeling strong just tired.
My advice to anyone attempting this is go light on everything. Our packs are now getting lighter having eaten a good portion of the food.
Everything ok just taking each day at a time.
Comments: Total (9) comments
Posted On: 29 Jun 2011 02:57 pm
Good job well done. Don't u just love those canyons. Looking forward to see you 'come thru the field' on the longest day. Kia kaha - enjoy those meals. DC
Posted On: 29 Jun 2011 01:42 pm
Well done Trev, your an inspiration on what can be achieved. Well done on your placing also. Awesome mate
Posted On: 29 Jun 2011 05:28 am
Great following your progress, bringing all the memories back from last year, although glad we didn't have the freezing fog and rain! You're looking strong, keep going, keep enjoying.
Posted On: 29 Jun 2011 03:55 am
Am with you every step of the way... from the comfort of the sofa! It\'s great following you online and I eagerly await updates and pictures... it\'s brilliant. You're doing so well and still look strong, which is great! Hope the sand dunes aren't too much of a killer.
PS - Bret has finished his degree!! He\'s very relieved.
Love you lots, Viv xxx
Posted On: 29 Jun 2011 03:55 am
Am with you every step of the way... from the comfort of the sofa! It's great following you online and I eagerly await updates and pictures... it's brilliant. You're doing so well and still look strong, which is great! Hope the sand dunes are too much of a killer.
PS - Bret has finished his degree!! He's very relieved.
Love you lots, Viv xxx
Posted On: 29 Jun 2011 01:54 am
you are performing well little grasshoppa. quite well. carry on.
Posted On: 29 Jun 2011 01:15 am
Good on ya mate. All down hill from here on!
Posted On: 28 Jun 2011 10:23 pm
Go Trevor, you're a champion!
Posted On: 28 Jun 2011 10:12 pm
Your doing great, your looking fit and strong, look after those feet. Have fun
27 June 2011 03:48 am (GMT+08:00) Beijing, Chongqing, Hong Kong, Urumqi
Today was a welcome break after yesterday.
Part of the mountainous course proposed for today was covered with mist and it was surprisingly cold, RTP felt it was too dangerouse.
So we started at mid day and the course was shortened to 20k, not sure how they intend to make up the short fall
hope it doesn't get added to the long day.
Feet are bearing up and the short day has been good.
Got used to the dried food and sleeping on the ground.
Tomorrow we will be doing a number of river crossings and the weather will start to warm up.
Part of the mountainous course proposed for today was covered with mist and it was surprisingly cold, RTP felt it was too dangerouse.
So we started at mid day and the course was shortened to 20k, not sure how they intend to make up the short fall
hope it doesn't get added to the long day.
Feet are bearing up and the short day has been good.
Got used to the dried food and sleeping on the ground.
Tomorrow we will be doing a number of river crossings and the weather will start to warm up.
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26 June 2011 07:45 am (GMT+08:00) Beijing, Chongqing, Hong Kong, Urumqi
Hills and more Hills at altitude and i was wondering if i would finish at all at one point.
Back at the camp had my toes taped and now feeling good.
The landscape is fantastic snow capped mountains and endless hills and valleys.
Very excited about tomorrow which sounds like more of the same but with river crossings.
Back at the camp had my toes taped and now feeling good.
The landscape is fantastic snow capped mountains and endless hills and valleys.
Very excited about tomorrow which sounds like more of the same but with river crossings.
Comments: Total (11) comments
Posted On: 28 Jun 2011 01:51 pm
Hey Dad!
The photos look amazing,hope the beard is getting big. Hope you have a great time and the rest isn\'t too tough. Also I\'ve officially graduated!
Keep on trucking
Posted On: 28 Jun 2011 01:51 pm
Hey Dad!
The photos look amazing,hope the beard is getting big. Hope you have a great time and the rest isn't too tough. Also I've officially graduated!
Keep on trucking
Posted On: 28 Jun 2011 01:31 am
we can't believe you're blogging!!! woohoo!
and, hey, we're looking at the results--not bad old man, not bad! ha! keep it up. kick some bad ass gobi butt!!
Posted On: 27 Jun 2011 05:19 pm
Well done Trev! Head down, day one over. tomorrow..
Posted On: 27 Jun 2011 02:00 pm
Well done Trev. Good to see u tapping the toes - what joys ahead await you. Don't u worry about those guys with big reputations - I bet they haven't got a corner of a mountain named after them. Keep hard - onwards young man. DC and Lizzie
Posted On: 27 Jun 2011 08:11 am
Hi Trevor,
Good to see you in good form and spirit, keep it up we are following you all the way.
Posted On: 27 Jun 2011 07:03 am
Well done mate! Steph and i are watching your progress with great interest.
Posted On: 27 Jun 2011 01:21 am
Very proud of you dad, keep it up!!
Posted On: 27 Jun 2011 01:04 am
And for once you actually looked at the scenery! Looks incredible. So glad you are enjoying it, as you worked so hard to get there. On on .....
Posted On: 26 Jun 2011 10:09 pm
Well done Trevor, the last hill when you see the camp over the ridge is the best site ever.
Have fun, Take Care
Posted On: 26 Jun 2011 03:05 pm
Trevor - you are amazing! I love the photo of you smiling. All the best for the rest of it.
Liz and Neville in Spain
23 June 2011 02:14 am (GMT+08:00) Beijing, Chongqing, Hong Kong, Urumqi
I lay awake in bed this morning thinking about the race and all the Super Humans that are in my age group! One guy's won it before; another guy's climbed 7 of the world's highest peaks and trekked to the North Pole! Then I drifted off and started to think about my aching legs and wondered whether I can even make it past the first day! I'm nervous, but excited. Bring it on.....!
Comments: Total (3) comments
Posted On: 27 Jun 2011 09:09 am
You've made it past day One....5 more days to go,go,go! Push on but don't forget to enjoy the ride and stop by to smell the cactus!
Posted On: 26 Jun 2011 02:35 pm
Fantastic photo of you in STAGE ONE - even smiling! You did so well on Day One - am so proud of you.. hope you stay strong x
Posted On: 26 Jun 2011 03:14 am
Have great time , you will do great
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