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PostsGobi March (2010) blog posts from Chris Hansen
02 July 2010 09:40 am (GMT+08:00) Beijing, Chongqing, Hong Kong, Urumqi
Stage 4 was a real killer............
Ran out of water as well as power, had to rely on other racers to hand me a few drops here and there.
Had an hours rest on trail before stumping down towards the finish line.
Two causes, I believe.
Had a hard time getting any food down since Tuesday morning, in short relying on power drinks and Electrolytes to feed the system, not enough, I knew but thought Section 4 could be dealt with and recover.
However, decided to take a day off racing, to do some sightseeing and some recovery.
Am at the camp, in the middle of the Gobi desert, a place like nowhere else on earth, beautiful, but yet the oven is burning and it is only 10.00 Am.
Tomorrow I should be back in the race, so look out at the finish line.
Monique is today at Check point 4, expected to sweep the following stage, so she is busy.
We are all looking forward to have the latest updates once she is back.
Tomorrow for the final run across the line, both Monique & I are looking forward to see Sonia & Donna.
After crossing, I am heading directly for the first and the best local noodle soup.......
Thanks for everyone's support and comments
See you all shortly
Ran out of water as well as power, had to rely on other racers to hand me a few drops here and there.
Had an hours rest on trail before stumping down towards the finish line.
Two causes, I believe.
Had a hard time getting any food down since Tuesday morning, in short relying on power drinks and Electrolytes to feed the system, not enough, I knew but thought Section 4 could be dealt with and recover.
However, decided to take a day off racing, to do some sightseeing and some recovery.
Am at the camp, in the middle of the Gobi desert, a place like nowhere else on earth, beautiful, but yet the oven is burning and it is only 10.00 Am.
Tomorrow I should be back in the race, so look out at the finish line.
Monique is today at Check point 4, expected to sweep the following stage, so she is busy.
We are all looking forward to have the latest updates once she is back.
Tomorrow for the final run across the line, both Monique & I are looking forward to see Sonia & Donna.
After crossing, I am heading directly for the first and the best local noodle soup.......
Thanks for everyone's support and comments
See you all shortly
01 July 2010 03:32 am (GMT+08:00) Beijing, Chongqing, Hong Kong, Urumqi
Stage 4,
Completed, just.......................
Overall performance for the first two check points was OK.
However, when we went into the large canyon leading towards the Turpan depresion, I ran out of water.
Hit the wall, and had to sit down for a good hour to rehydrate.
The temperatures are now up in what feels like the late 40's or early 50's
Hopefully I will be fully rehydrzte for tomorrows stage, if not I may just run a few stages, take the rest of then day off and rejoin the race again the following stage.
Sonia & Donna are tomorrow on their way to Urumqi to meet john, Monique & I at the finish line, we are very much looking forward to see them here.
Monique was today at CP 1 handing out water and cheering on the racers.
Tomorrow she is off as a sweeper between CP 4-5
more in the morning
Completed, just.......................
Overall performance for the first two check points was OK.
However, when we went into the large canyon leading towards the Turpan depresion, I ran out of water.
Hit the wall, and had to sit down for a good hour to rehydrate.
The temperatures are now up in what feels like the late 40's or early 50's
Hopefully I will be fully rehydrzte for tomorrows stage, if not I may just run a few stages, take the rest of then day off and rejoin the race again the following stage.
Sonia & Donna are tomorrow on their way to Urumqi to meet john, Monique & I at the finish line, we are very much looking forward to see them here.
Monique was today at CP 1 handing out water and cheering on the racers.
Tomorrow she is off as a sweeper between CP 4-5
more in the morning
Comments: Total (7) comments
Posted On: 02 Jul 2010 03:41 pm
hope u have recovered . v r very happy for u all.hope sonia & donna enjoy the last stages of the race.
Posted On: 02 Jul 2010 12:50 am
Hey Captain really bad luck hope you are feeling better now and look forward to hearign all the stories when you get back.
Posted On: 01 Jul 2010 10:34 pm
Hey Chris,Flew right over the top of Turpan yesterday afternoon and took some video and other shots from 40,000 feet. It looked extremely hot and barren. Little or no cloud cover meant searing temperatures.
Currently in Novosibirsk in Ruissia about to leave for London. Enjoy the time with your family. I'm very proud of your courageous performance.
Take good care of yourself.
Jon
Posted On: 01 Jul 2010 08:08 pm
Håber du er ok igen. Held og lykke med resten af turen. Kærlig hilsen også til Monique.
Posted On: 01 Jul 2010 01:12 pm
Hi Chris, Donna and I have arrived at the Yin Du Hotel and looking forward to seeing you, Monique and John at the finish line. Hope your feeling better today and had time to rehydrate... see you soon.
Love Sonia
Posted On: 01 Jul 2010 11:35 am
Hi Chris, hope you're ok. Best of luck.
Posted On: 01 Jul 2010 11:01 am
I am rooting for you Chris. Just getting over to Dai Long Wan in this heat was a chore. and we had only 34 degrees. good for you.
Kit
29 June 2010 08:02 am (GMT+08:00) Beijing, Chongqing, Hong Kong, Urumqi
1 down, 9 to go......... Toe nails that is just to eliminate allonfusion.
Anyway, the nail does not bother me, certainly at this point.
Todays stage was a challanging 10 km river gulley run, crossing > 7 rivers, which was fun.
The second part was overall a rather a boring route, along the "Never ending valley" with nothing really to comment on.
The third part was not much better, althought there was a few minor rolling hilss, as well as a small rain shower to brighten up the day, in the desert.
Total distance, around 33km
Today Monique was at Check point 1 making sure all racers got additional water and a cherfull word for the rest of the journey
Camp is at a small village, where we have invaded just about every room the have with a roof.
Nice and rustic.
Tomorrow, we have an early start, around 04.00 with a 1 1/2 hour bus ride to the start line.
The trail itself, is a run along the Flamming Mountains into Turpan, I believe.
The technical issues with yestereday's blog, should have been fixed so that you know have the report.
Thanks for all the messages, keep them comming
Anyway, the nail does not bother me, certainly at this point.
Todays stage was a challanging 10 km river gulley run, crossing > 7 rivers, which was fun.
The second part was overall a rather a boring route, along the "Never ending valley" with nothing really to comment on.
The third part was not much better, althought there was a few minor rolling hilss, as well as a small rain shower to brighten up the day, in the desert.
Total distance, around 33km
Today Monique was at Check point 1 making sure all racers got additional water and a cherfull word for the rest of the journey
Camp is at a small village, where we have invaded just about every room the have with a roof.
Nice and rustic.
Tomorrow, we have an early start, around 04.00 with a 1 1/2 hour bus ride to the start line.
The trail itself, is a run along the Flamming Mountains into Turpan, I believe.
The technical issues with yestereday's blog, should have been fixed so that you know have the report.
Thanks for all the messages, keep them comming
Comments: Total (18) comments
Posted On: 01 Jul 2010 09:55 am
Hey Chris , hope you are still ok - bit confused about your latest update- cant find it. Hope your toe nails are going ok now. They are such a pest -m why do we have them ?? xxxx
Posted On: 01 Jul 2010 06:08 am
if you chop the toes, then no toenails problem I think...
Congratulation, and keep going !!! Still think however that it is crazy to do such things!! C u soon !
Posted On: 01 Jul 2010 03:53 am
Just got the news alert that you had to stop, thats a real shame, it must be a pretty serious problem to stop The Viking! Take it easy, recover well, and see you soon.
Posted On: 30 Jun 2010 02:20 pm
Chris, This is Mike Lees. I'm very jealous. Sounds like an awsome event. Nothink like being in the great outdoors !!
We'll keep a watch on your progress. Stay safe.
Mike
Posted On: 30 Jun 2010 01:11 pm
Chris det er så flot hvad har gjort! Du gjorde mig lidt urolig i dag, håber du er ok til i morgen!
Posted On: 30 Jun 2010 11:26 am
Fint du også er kommet i mål i dag. Vi glæder os til at se hvad du har at fortælle om dagen i dag, det har vist været hårdt. Håber du er frisk til udfordringerne torsdag. Du er bare sej.
Posted On: 30 Jun 2010 11:09 am
Hej Chris.
Ud fra tiden for dag-4 bekymrer det mig om du er blevet skadet. Håber ikke at der er problemer, som mad, drikke, søvn og opmuntrende ord ikke kan løse...
Gør hvad der skal til for at blive klar til i morgen - du er jo sej og ønsker oplevelsen! Pøj pøj fra din søster.
Posted On: 30 Jun 2010 09:55 am
Not toe nail problems, reckon you've got James' left Salamon, he wants it back! Just to let you know I bought a pair last night, should I take them back?
Keep well and get to the finish. Looking forward to the hearing the stories and viewing the picture. Keep going and don't stop until you get there!
How are the rollies lasting?
Posted On: 30 Jun 2010 09:15 am
Hi Chris... saw your time today and gather you must be in pain today. Make sure you get your toe sorted out before tomorrows' big stage. Waiting to see your blog update to hear about todays events. Take care and as Peter has already recommended, eat well drinks lots of fluid and rest tonight. I'll be packing tonight and heading to Urumgi in the morning with Donna... Can't wait to see you and Monique. Love Sonia XXX
Posted On: 30 Jun 2010 08:28 am
Judging by your time and the stage update, it sounds like today was a killer. Get some fluids, food and rest. You're nearly there. Good luck on the big stage.
Posted On: 30 Jun 2010 08:00 am
Congratulations Chris on completing Stage 4. What a courageous effort.
Going to meet Joski and the boys down at the "Beach" shortly and will toast your 4th Stage finish.
Best wishes for the 5th.
Jon
Posted On: 30 Jun 2010 07:49 am
Hey Chris - you are Mr Incredible! Hows the pain threshold doing ?
You go champ Sue xxx
Posted On: 30 Jun 2010 05:48 am
Toenails are for GIRLS!!! You dont need them. Keep up the great effort and by the time you read this only 2 days to go!! Fantastic.
I took my shoes back to RTP but no replacement yet, so if you see Eric La Haai tell him to hurry up and find me some new ones and we'll do some trails with you when you get back and have recovered!!
Posted On: 30 Jun 2010 02:45 am
Hi Chris, Trust the toe nails are hanging in there ! Been keeping up with you daily, Great performance keep it up , as you wold say "LIFE IS GOOD" Love Tim
Posted On: 30 Jun 2010 01:25 am
Hi Chris, It was wonderful waking up this morning and reading your blog update. I'm so happy that you're still feeling good, pity about the nail but as long as it's not bothering you, you'll survive and it will grow back! Sounds like a long day ahead with 48 KM to go today. Look after yourself and don't push too hard. Thanks for the updates on Monique. I am so proud of you both. Love Sonia XXX
Posted On: 29 Jun 2010 10:47 pm
Hey Vicking, well done, you're just impressive mate ! Love frorm the Picut x
Posted On: 29 Jun 2010 09:00 pm
Chris,
Great to see you in action, this is my first comment to your site, but we've been following you daily. Looks like you're giving the younger competitors a run for their money. Keep up the good mood and slow down on the cigarettes. Say Hi to Monique from us. Kaerlig hilsen, Mike
Posted On: 29 Jun 2010 08:21 pm
Også dag 3 blev klaret i fin stil. Spændende at se billederne fra området, og af dig og Monique. I klarer det begge rigtig flot.
29 June 2010 08:01 am (GMT+08:00) Beijing, Chongqing, Hong Kong, Urumqi
Got day two in the bag.
Today's trails was outstanding, we started up with a few rolling hills, over a 15 km stage.
By rolling, it was a combination of the first and the last hill an MacLehose 3, tuff, but it was rewarded with fantastic views. Took my time and have plenty of good pictures, I hope.....
The last 2 sections was fairly easy, down hill across a "raging river" well that may be a bit of an overstatement, as the water was hardly up to the ankles.
Overall, a good day.
Finished overall somewhere in the 20's, which was great, so I am pleased.
Health wise, all good.
So far no blisters, touch wood.
Hips and knees holding up.
Food and drinks staying where they are supposed to......
Suntan, so far no problem, have been well covered when on trail.
Weather, an unbelievable cold night and morning.
Today however have been somewhat warmer and are new camp site appear to be warmer than our last one.
That being said we are surrounded by mountains so we expect the sundown to be early and tomorrows sunset to be fairly late, so who knows, maybe another cold and windy night.
Monique has been busy, all day today at the arrivals tent checking in competitors as they arrive.
She is as always greeting each and everyone with a few nice words of encouragement.
Later today, I think she is assigned to the Cyber tent.
Tomorrow, we continue down the valley towards Turpan, which is sure to bring true Gobi dessert temperatures.
So lets see.
Game plan, to continue putting one foot in front of the other, making it to the finish line.
Thanks for all the messages, keep them coming, it is great to hear from all of you
Today's trails was outstanding, we started up with a few rolling hills, over a 15 km stage.
By rolling, it was a combination of the first and the last hill an MacLehose 3, tuff, but it was rewarded with fantastic views. Took my time and have plenty of good pictures, I hope.....
The last 2 sections was fairly easy, down hill across a "raging river" well that may be a bit of an overstatement, as the water was hardly up to the ankles.
Overall, a good day.
Finished overall somewhere in the 20's, which was great, so I am pleased.
Health wise, all good.
So far no blisters, touch wood.
Hips and knees holding up.
Food and drinks staying where they are supposed to......
Suntan, so far no problem, have been well covered when on trail.
Weather, an unbelievable cold night and morning.
Today however have been somewhat warmer and are new camp site appear to be warmer than our last one.
That being said we are surrounded by mountains so we expect the sundown to be early and tomorrows sunset to be fairly late, so who knows, maybe another cold and windy night.
Monique has been busy, all day today at the arrivals tent checking in competitors as they arrive.
She is as always greeting each and everyone with a few nice words of encouragement.
Later today, I think she is assigned to the Cyber tent.
Tomorrow, we continue down the valley towards Turpan, which is sure to bring true Gobi dessert temperatures.
So lets see.
Game plan, to continue putting one foot in front of the other, making it to the finish line.
Thanks for all the messages, keep them coming, it is great to hear from all of you
Comments: Total (0) comments
27 June 2010 06:39 am (GMT+08:00) Beijing, Chongqing, Hong Kong, Urumqi
We are on our way...................
Just finished the first stage of the Gobi March 2010.
Stage 1 was a short 32 km towards the Gobi desert.
All went well, actually it went real well.
The Breakdown of the stage as follows,
CP 1 9km
CP 2 8km
Finish line 15km
Total distance 32km
Started out with a good 30 min running from the start, towards CP1, after that I swithched to walking.
From CP 2 - finish we ran into our first hills, nothing dramatic, but never the less it gave uus some good picture opportunities
Approaching the finish line, was great, as Monique was on duty registering the runners as we finished.
Overall I came in # 17, not sustainable I know, but never the less a good start.
Believe it or not, but our camp is freezing cold and that is with the sun shinning.
I am sure that once the sun gets in it will be shockingly cold.
Can not wait to get down towards the Turpan Depresion, where the temperatures are somewhat more humane.
Just finished the first stage of the Gobi March 2010.
Stage 1 was a short 32 km towards the Gobi desert.
All went well, actually it went real well.
The Breakdown of the stage as follows,
CP 1 9km
CP 2 8km
Finish line 15km
Total distance 32km
Started out with a good 30 min running from the start, towards CP1, after that I swithched to walking.
From CP 2 - finish we ran into our first hills, nothing dramatic, but never the less it gave uus some good picture opportunities
Approaching the finish line, was great, as Monique was on duty registering the runners as we finished.
Overall I came in # 17, not sustainable I know, but never the less a good start.
Believe it or not, but our camp is freezing cold and that is with the sun shinning.
I am sure that once the sun gets in it will be shockingly cold.
Can not wait to get down towards the Turpan Depresion, where the temperatures are somewhat more humane.
Comments: Total (23) comments
Posted On: 02 Jul 2010 10:29 pm
Chris- well done on all the guts and determination. Hope the electrolytes do their job and your body lets you finish ok.
Keep it up!
Suexxxx
Posted On: 29 Jun 2010 12:32 pm
Hi Chris, hope you don't mind me switching photo's, I spotted this one amongst the pics that have been posted, you're looking good and strong I couldn't resist it posting it on your blog! Good timing again today, how are you legs baring up? 94 km done! Can't wait to hear about your evening with the villagers, it sounds like it will be awesome! Early morning rise though... I'll be thinking of you in my dreams. Take care, don't push too hard and give Monique a big kiss from me when you see her. Love you both. Sonia
Posted On: 29 Jun 2010 10:25 am
Absolutely outstanding, time for a few wet ones. All the best from a chilly southern hemisphere!
Posted On: 29 Jun 2010 09:56 am
Chris you are still rocking fantastic bet you have been killing everyone on the hills! Now do it again on the flats for the last 3 days. Cool new pic on the blog, look forward to seeing them all at the end.
Posted On: 29 Jun 2010 07:35 am
Flot Chris!
Posted On: 29 Jun 2010 07:24 am
Hej Chris,
Vi følger dig også spændt her fra Qatar - det må være en fantastisk oplevelse.
Held og lykke på de næste etaper.
Mange hilsner fra
Frank og Karin
Posted On: 29 Jun 2010 01:35 am
Well done mate. Very impressive. Hope both you and Monique are having a great time. Cheers, Jos
Posted On: 28 Jun 2010 10:25 pm
Woke up this morning and went straight to your blog, hoping for an update on yesterday's event, but looks like there are still some technical issues. Hope you managed to get a good nights sleep. Good Luck with stage 3! Love Sonia XXX
Posted On: 28 Jun 2010 08:11 pm
Det gik jo forrygende igen i dag. Held og lykke med dag 3.
Posted On: 28 Jun 2010 06:47 pm
Endnu et flot resultat dag2 - imponerende! Kedeligt at vi grundet tekniske problemer ikke kan se din beskrivelse af dagen, men du skal alligevel have opmuntring for dagen i morgen. Pøj pøj.
Posted On: 28 Jun 2010 06:41 pm
Chris, bloody well done! Nice and steady and you'll be up there. can't wait to see the photos. . best of luck during your journey from Fay and I
Posted On: 28 Jun 2010 10:11 am
Another great stage 19th overall fantastic stuff! Keep up the good work and keep the fuel going in!
Posted On: 28 Jun 2010 10:04 am
Another extremely strong result Chris. It must have been those extra beers we had on your behalf last night.
Keep up the awesome work and take care.
Yours supportingly.
Jon (still in Sapporo).
Posted On: 28 Jun 2010 07:31 am
Godt gået Chris
Spændende at følge dig hver dag. Og du klarer dig jo helt fantastisk!!!
Posted On: 28 Jun 2010 06:58 am
Why shouldn't your ranking be sustainable? You've trained hard, you're in great shape and your well prepared. Keep it up. 2 stages down and only 4 to go. Well done.
Posted On: 28 Jun 2010 06:19 am
Well done Chris! your ranking is 19 after stage 2. Your doing a great job. XXX
Posted On: 28 Jun 2010 03:44 am
Well done Chris, another 17th !!!!
Keep it up.
Philip
Posted On: 28 Jun 2010 02:23 am
Chris good stuff fantastic start and Im sure the great weather must be helping. Take it easy remember you are there to finish not to win but if you keep it up like this maybe both!!! Enjoy it and we look forward to the stories in Steamers when you get back! Keep well and healthy.
Posted On: 28 Jun 2010 01:38 am
Hopefully you had a good night sleep last night and it was not too cold, good thinking packing the coffee! I'm sure it must have been wonderful seeing Monique's proud smiling face as you crossed the first stage finishing line. Keep it up... love you! Sonia
Posted On: 28 Jun 2010 01:35 am
Well done mate. We are following your blog every day. Guess we'll have a few San Mig's on your 17th place.
Cheers,
jos
Posted On: 28 Jun 2010 01:26 am
Well done Chris on 17th place
Posted On: 27 Jun 2010 05:16 pm
Vi følger spændt næste etape, det var en rigtig god begyndelse. Hils Månique hvis du ser hende igen, vi har set de mange fine billeder.
Posted On: 27 Jun 2010 03:05 pm
Congrats on 17th place Chris - you must've been cracking-it!! Hope you don't freeze too much tonight - note to self "sleeping bag liner"....lol....Cheers, Donna
25 June 2010 06:04 am (GMT+08:00) Beijing, Chongqing, Hong Kong, Urumqi
This morning is all about the official checks and balances......
I am allocated a 10.00 Check-in.
We will at that point be issues the official race number, racing log-book, which has to be presented at each check point.
Additionally there will also be a bag check.
Where the team will be scrutinizing the content of our bags assuring that we have all mandatory equipment packed.
Woke up early this morning and took the opportunity.... to run through my stuff one more time.
It yet again... seems to be OK. I had initially thought that I could not be bothered carrying coffee, but changed my mind yesterday and went out and bought some instant. Should I end up consuming the lot that would bring my average daily calorie intake to 2.400 or there abouts.
After the official check-in we are all at lunch and will then at 14.00 be departing for camp 1, so that we are ready for tomorrows 09.00 start time.
Rumours, this place is full of it.... which is really only what could be expected as the excitement builds.
The latest rumor is that although the first couple of days are expected to be fresh, with temperatures as low as 7 Degr. C the temperature from day 3 and onwards are expected to increase significantly.
This is exactly what could be expected. However, rumors have it, that the management team are thinking about changing start times to 07.00 for day 3 & 4 and potentially to 04.00 for day 5, in order to avoid the heat. Unbelievable, if this holds true, it will favour racers not prepared for the heat,...
Well lets see , at this point it is all just gossip.
Monique have been busy. I had the pleasure of having breakfast with her this morning.
But can you believe it, they "made" the volunters work all day yesterday.
After they finished training, putting stickers and labels on support vehicles, practising check-point procedures and so forth they went off for dinner as well as watching the first half of the Portugal Vs Brazil game.
Monique's first statement in Urumqi to the RCP team was, please do not make me a swiper, this have now changed so that she is trying to get at least a little action on the course.
Enough for now, and thanks for all the messages.
Jack M. Happy B'day, you are now officially a teenager.
Comments: Total (11) comments
Posted On: 27 Jun 2010 11:24 am
Flot klaret, Chris.
Posted On: 27 Jun 2010 09:38 am
Hey Chris. Awesome result. Do you get a big frothy beer for this effort.
I'll have one (or two) for you anyway.
Cheers and good luck from Sapporo.
Jon
Posted On: 27 Jun 2010 07:44 am
Sådan Chris!!
Du er dælme sej!
Posted On: 27 Jun 2010 07:01 am
Well done Chris! Ranking 17 for Stage One, 4hrs 33mins not bad!
Posted On: 27 Jun 2010 03:24 am
Thanks for the greeting Chris. Good to hear its started. Good Luck with the rest of the race.
Jack
Posted On: 27 Jun 2010 02:40 am
Finally it's time to begin the race. Good Luck today with the first stage. You'll be on my thoughts all day. Love Sonia
Posted On: 26 Jun 2010 11:31 pm
Hey, a Vicking in the desert, amazing no ?
You're inspirational, we wish you massive good luck, enjoy your run and come back with loads to tell, it's going to be fantastic !
Love
The 4 Picut
Posted On: 26 Jun 2010 10:26 am
Good luck Chris - we are all thinking about you and John getting started tomorrow! Lots of good vibes sent your way!!!
Posted On: 26 Jun 2010 07:01 am
Held og lykke på din tur ud i sandet og varmen. Du har altid haft en evne til at gennemføre det du vil - du klarer nok også dette. Men det allervigtigste er at du får en god oplevelse og passer rigtig godt på dig selv. Kærlig hilsen fra din far og mor
Posted On: 26 Jun 2010 05:22 am
Good luck my friend. Look forward to following you conquering the Gobi desert.
I will have a beer or two in your honor tonight. That will bring my calorie intake to around 5,000.
Keep healthy and taske care
Carl
Posted On: 26 Jun 2010 01:56 am
Happy to hear that you are both doing fine and getting organized. I can only imagine the exciting buzz that must be surrounding you both at the moment. I was wondering about your coffee-fix Chris, good to hear you found a solution... hopefully you\'ve remembered to pack a plastic cup! As for Monique, good to hear she\'s wanting to see a bit of the action as a swiper. I saw photo\'s posted on-line this morning of the training session for volunteers, looks like a great group of people. I love you both, take care and have fun. XXX
24 June 2010 07:21 am (GMT+08:00) Beijing, Chongqing, Hong Kong, Urumqi
Woke up early this morning.
Checked my bagpack, calculated the daily calorie requirements, double checked that the necesary rations are in the bag and that all my equipment have made it through in a decent condition. I am pleased to say that all appears well.
Went for a brief stroll through the city centre of Urumqi after breakfast with Monique (she is now off for a full day of Volunteer training).
Hopefully the scenery on trail is somewhat more exciting than the city, everything here is grey.
In the city the temperature is a chilly 18 degree C and misty, who knows, it may even rain later on today.
However, I have checked the forecast, it is predicted to be 15-25 degrees C for the first 2 stages, the remaining 5 days is in the Turpan Depression and the Gobi desert and the conditions are expected to be more summery..... with lows in the 30;s and highs in the late 40's....
Thank you for all the messages, I am truely overwhelmed.
Keep them up, after long days on the trail, I will be looking forward to hear read them all.
Comments: Total (6) comments
Posted On: 27 Jun 2010 12:21 pm
best of luck
Posted On: 25 Jun 2010 08:05 pm
Hope it all goes to plan Chris ~ Good Luck and try to keep smiling throughout : )
All the best, Julia and Andy xx
Posted On: 25 Jun 2010 02:35 pm
Fuck football, we will cheer for you instead!!! We might even take your place at Steamers when you are away. Will wait for you there with a cold beer. Good luck in the race. You can do it!!!
Cheers, Peter and Nanna
Posted On: 25 Jun 2010 01:35 pm
Hey Chris.
Good to hear all is well. The scenery will definitely improve after you leave Urumqi. It has a distinctly Russian grayness to it, with Chinese characteristics.
Jack Martin is 13 today and has 9 of his mates (you know them all) around for a sleepover. He announced to them that you were beginning your mission soon. They all screamed out "GOOD LUCK CHRIS FOR THE GOBI MARCH" over Skype..... A very powerful message from a bunch of enthusiastic and supportive young boys.
Best wishes from Shanghai. Jon
Posted On: 25 Jun 2010 08:44 am
Hej Chris
Hvad pokker er det du vil bevise?!
Men siden du nu har ønsket at deltage, så sørg for at passe rigtig godt på dig selv og få det ud af løbet, som du ønsker.
Jeg følger dine bestræbelser
- pøj pøj fra din søster
Posted On: 25 Jun 2010 06:08 am
Vi skal nok heppe og følge dig, men pas godt på dig selv!
23 June 2010 10:06 am (GMT+08:00) Beijing, Chongqing, Hong Kong, Urumqi
What have I got myself into.......
6 months ago when the idea of participating in the Gobi March 2010 first came about, it sounded like a rather exciting challange.
Today, 68 hours before the start, just outside Urumqi, the initial excitement has evaporated, the only thing left is sheer fear......
That being said, the backpack is now packed and stuffed with all mandatory equipment such as blister kits, compas, sleeping bag & mat, extra chlothing plus naturally enough freeze dried breakfast & dinners, power gels, beef jerky, electrolyte tablets and so forth to feed a small army....
Throughout the race we are to be identified by our race number (which in my case is 60) as well as Nationality flags on the left shoulder (Denmark) and country of residence flags (Hong Kong) on the right.
So should you spot someone with these charekteristiks in the pictures you will know who is hiding behind the dessert hat and dark sunglasses.
More later as we are about to board
6 months ago when the idea of participating in the Gobi March 2010 first came about, it sounded like a rather exciting challange.
Today, 68 hours before the start, just outside Urumqi, the initial excitement has evaporated, the only thing left is sheer fear......
That being said, the backpack is now packed and stuffed with all mandatory equipment such as blister kits, compas, sleeping bag & mat, extra chlothing plus naturally enough freeze dried breakfast & dinners, power gels, beef jerky, electrolyte tablets and so forth to feed a small army....
Throughout the race we are to be identified by our race number (which in my case is 60) as well as Nationality flags on the left shoulder (Denmark) and country of residence flags (Hong Kong) on the right.
So should you spot someone with these charekteristiks in the pictures you will know who is hiding behind the dessert hat and dark sunglasses.
More later as we are about to board
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Posted On: 24 Jun 2010 09:32 pm
God dammit it, Chris, du er da fuld af overraskelser. Vi følger dig og hepper på dig....mange tanker fra Tankefuldvej :)
Posted On: 24 Jun 2010 09:19 pm
Good luck Chris, say the word and I will take your place! What did you say 1 or 2 km ...rather you than me. Have you considered using roller skates?
Anyway steel yourself and enjoy every moment
Best wishes
Raj
Posted On: 24 Jun 2010 08:58 pm
Yer mad bloody Dane!
I am so impressed with your training, preparation an determination to finish that I might even buy you a beer if you finish - now that is the ultimate motivation!
Good luck and tear up the desert!
Keith
Posted On: 24 Jun 2010 08:01 pm
Good Luck Chris! You must be really crazy... Looking forward to follow you on the blog. The best wishes from us in cold Norway. Heia heia heia!! Go go go!!
Posted On: 24 Jun 2010 05:31 pm
Good luck Chris, just think of it as a long stage 10 of the Mac plus sand and rocks and heat etc. At least you won't have P Ansell making stupid comments all the way......
All the best
warren and fay
PS guess u hv your roll-ups with u!!
Posted On: 24 Jun 2010 03:54 pm
You're a star Chris. Back in Hong Kong we are all eagerly awaiting the good news of your progress. May you have fair winds and few blisters..... Monique we know you'll look after Dad. What an experience for both of you. Awesome....
Posted On: 24 Jun 2010 02:09 pm
Can't wait to see you at the finish line Chris on Saturday. I'll be following your great adventure on your blog.
In the meantime, we'll soon find out if Denmark can follow in England's footsteps and make it into the next stage of the championship, enjoy the match tonight in Urumqi and keep your hat on!
Love Sonia XXX
Posted On: 24 Jun 2010 01:49 pm
Good luck Chris,
from us in Qatar
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