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06 May 2016 08:07 am (GMT+01:00) West Central Africa

After 160km of running they have to throw in a 77km stage, it is not only the longest stage but also the toughest stage as we will be running up and down mountains of sand dunes and SOFT SAND again

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Vincent Chan

Posted On: 07 May 2016 02:24 am

Duncan, Thanks for cheering up yourself to pass through the darkness as It is cheering us up too. I like " the staff came out of nowhere" to remind your of dangerous situation. Yes, hope all of us always get a "staff" like friend to remind us " stay away from danger". Your story keeps blessing me. Save trip, our Hero The

Cecilia Yu

Posted On: 07 May 2016 02:17 am

Wow, amazing ! You should write a book after you are back!

Paul Chu

Posted On: 07 May 2016 01:38 am

Bro you are amazing! I am so proud of you. Shall we all change our name to Chau in honor of your incredible will and perserverance! Can't wait to hear your stories!

Alan Cheung

Posted On: 07 May 2016 12:29 am

You are da man, keep it rocking..l stay cool and stay safe.

Vincent Ng

Posted On: 07 May 2016 12:03 am

Amazing work buddy. Very impressed, especially having the energy and heart to write the blog after such exhausting runs. Great stuff. You should add a bit more to your last section. Hope and skip to the finishing line, it would throw the others off their flow for sure. Enjoy

Sam Chau

Posted On: 06 May 2016 11:33 pm

Wow! What an experience?!?! You don't know how many time I have checked you blog in the last two days, waiting to hear from you! I kept checking the breaking news, the results, pics. I did find a pic of you jumping and I saw the dunes. I also saw a helicopter. I don't know what kept you going, when there is a helicopter! :-) super well done. I am very proud of you. So proud that I change me last name to Chau. Haha. Can't wait to speak to you. Yes, it my first Mother's Day and is Matthew's 7-month tmr. He has grown. He can stand now! He is a strong boy like daddy! See you soon and enjoy the last 10km and the joy of reaching the finish line!!!!! I will give you a big hug after your shower! :-) love you.

05 May 2016 01:44 am (GMT+01:00) West Central Africa

Woke up feeling like death, want to throw up

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Victor Chan

Posted On: 06 May 2016 04:14 pm

Bro, keep it up!!! You are almost there!!! Already so amazed how you can get to this stage, so I am confident you will make it to the end!! We took GG for hiking and told Gavin this is Level 1, then he asked what's the highest level. I told him is Level 10 and only his Godfather can do that!!! He is already proud of you!!! Way to go!!! ADD OIL!

Vivian Tang

Posted On: 06 May 2016 12:02 pm

You're doing an *amazing * challenge ! Crazy of you really ... Almost there keep up the good work ! Little Matthew must be so proud of you. See you back at the Kellett poolside when you're back !

Davern Family

Posted On: 06 May 2016 11:43 am

Proud of you Duncan. Keep pushing yourself, look forward to picture of you at the finish line.

BRETT FOOTE

Posted On: 06 May 2016 10:07 am

Hey Duncan!! Mate, you are smashing it. By the time you read this the Long March will be conquered and you will be a short hop, skip & a jump from bagging Namibia ... what an awesome feat. "About the scenery, well there is nothing to see here, nothing. Not even a bug…… so barren here" .... where else would you want to be right now? This is the reason you are out there my friend; to test your limits, to realise your potential and to feel fully alive!! Proud of you Mate. Cheers Brett

Doug Chin

Posted On: 06 May 2016 07:59 am

As mentioned already, really enjoying reading your blog each day to see what the desert had in store for you. Do you reckon you could do this for a couple more weeks? Sounds like it was a tough one today, getting kicked when you are down, little like how I always used to beat you at Tekken :-) But as always you persevere to come out as the master at what you do. Good luck with the looong march. Look forward to reading your next instalment.

Miranda Suen

Posted On: 06 May 2016 06:01 am

It's very refreshing to read your blog. To be honest I have never followed a runner's blog and I am not a runner either. Thanks to Sam for reminding us to on FB. Your blog reminds me of how situation can be tough at times but with faith and beliefs & a never give up mind set - one will get through it. A great learning for me ! Thanks!!! Keep going and good luck with the long race tomorrow.

Paul Chu

Posted On: 06 May 2016 01:13 am

Bro hang in there. I know you have the grit to complete it in flying colors. What doesn't kill you only makes you stronger! You can do it!

Yat Siu

Posted On: 06 May 2016 01:13 am

Keep it up, amazing journey and achievement there!

Rob Lown

Posted On: 05 May 2016 08:16 pm

Duncan massive respect! So nearly there, and what a huge achievement when you've finished! Rob

Tammy Chau

Posted On: 05 May 2016 05:15 pm

Hope you're getting your third and forth winds!! As the Rock says, blood sweat respect!

Carina chui

Posted On: 05 May 2016 04:11 pm

Hi ducan, really proud of you the more I read your blog, I know it's not easy out there, just like life but keep it up, your can make it and the finishing line not far from you!!! Add oil and remember to fly back in one piece or matty can't recognize his daddy. :P

Donald Pang

Posted On: 05 May 2016 03:42 pm

Hang on Duncan, I admire what you do and best of luck!

Peter Wei

Posted On: 05 May 2016 12:59 pm

It's really really inspiring! Never never give up !! Go Go Go !!!

Sharon Chow

Posted On: 05 May 2016 12:27 pm

Keep going Duncan!!! You can do it!!! Sending prayers and positive thought your way!!!!

Sam Ko

Posted On: 05 May 2016 12:08 pm

I read ur blog before checking the result. I thought ur ranking would drop after such a tough day, but wow! You moved up from 71 to 66!!! Well done. I am sooo proud of you.

Sam Ko

Posted On: 05 May 2016 12:00 pm

Hi! I am back from China. Can finally read ur blog again! What a day for you! Great job in pulling yourself together. Remember that same energy when we fight next time. Second wind will come. Just need to sit back and appreciate how nice ur wife is. Haha. Long march is on tmr! Best of luck. No need to try for top 50 then. I want you back in one piece. Just take it slow and enjoy. Look up and take more pictures. Take care! Look fwd to ur next blog. Love you, sam

Ian Carroll

Posted On: 05 May 2016 10:44 am

Logging on to your blog is now a new daily habit. Poking fun at you has been a life long habit. But really interested how putting yourself through hardship has enlightened your perspective... I now know to expect much sand, much heat and random Chinese guys in leggings running round when I am next lost in the desert. Good on you for pulling through the pain though - reminds me of a quote from your favourite movie. "Pain is your friend, your ally, it will tell you when you are seriously injured, it will keep you awake and angry, and remind you to finish the job and get the hell home. But you know the best thing about pain? It lets you know you're not dead yet!"

Yi-Chen Chiang

Posted On: 05 May 2016 03:29 am

well done! good luck with the long march and keep pushing through to the finishing line. SADLY, you are now one step further from the amazing nature, tranquility, and the PAIN but good news is that you are getting closer to cold beer, proper shower and meal (everything you need in the civilization!) GOGOGO!

Andrew Espin

Posted On: 05 May 2016 02:08 am

Hi - well done for pushing through the pain! Hope the long march goes well and with the same mental strength!!! Almost there!

04 May 2016 02:20 am (GMT+01:00) West Central Africa

Guys thank you thank you for all the messages on the blogs!!!

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Doug Chin

Posted On: 04 May 2016 05:30 pm

Only one set of clothes? Sounds like your first year at uni all over again. Looking forward to seeing your pic/vids, hope you're living up to the Chinese stereotype by carrying a selfie stick. By the way, you know you can hire cars in Namibia?

Ian Carroll

Posted On: 04 May 2016 04:02 pm

Looks like you are cooking up some good adventures that you can be proud of to tell your grandkids. The best thing I have learned from this tough challenge is how funny Sam's one-liners are! Ah my cocktail has just arrived - back to the pool.

Sam Ko

Posted On: 04 May 2016 08:53 am

can you push a bit more? you are ranking 71 now. try top 50!? =) i think you can do it, esp at the long march. i agree. I know the run isn't the most difficult part, but no shower and sweaty clothes!!! yikes! i didn't find a jumping pic of you at stage 3. was a bit disappointed, but glad to hear that you are still doing well. stay positive and enjoy. bring back some stars for matthew and I. btw, can't access your blog in china. I have to borrow my colleagues vpn. so I may not be able to msg you tmr. good luck with the long march in advance. run run run! love you, sam

Franklin Ma

Posted On: 04 May 2016 08:18 am

Just reading your post makes me thirsty!!! Great day 3 buddy - maybe have a beer and get some rest.

03 May 2016 03:32 am (GMT+01:00) West Central Africa

I am not going to go on a beach holiday for a long time!!!!!

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Vincent Chan

Posted On: 04 May 2016 06:50 am

Duncan Brother, good luck. Really couldn't imagine how you could "run" on the sand. Your Sahara journey is inspiring as you demonstrate what exactly 君子自強不息" means I am still a fat man but in the future if i become healthy again, I am sure you inspire me. Keep running. Running for yourself and others Vincent

Bec Lai

Posted On: 03 May 2016 09:34 pm

Hey Duncan, sounds like you're having an amazing experience and your photos look amazing! Although it's hard work, remember to enjoy every minute of your journey and keep up the good work! We're all super proud of you!

Doug Chin

Posted On: 03 May 2016 09:20 pm

Hey Dunc, can't believe you were allowed to go on a week's beach holiday with your mates! Looks amazing out there. Can you bring me back some duty free?

Bonnie Lo

Posted On: 03 May 2016 03:58 pm

Hey Duncan! Your trek in the desert makes my trek around ghetto places in China sound like a walk in the park! How you focus on the small wins is always inspirational to me, and yeah when you're surviving in a desert you really notice the simpler things in life yeah?! Your strength and persistence never fails to amaze me. Honestly I always wish I could do the stuff that you do (the pain you put yourself through, haha!), and now I can live it through you, its so great! I can somehow imagine how rewarding the experience can be. Keep it up strong!!!!

Ian Carroll

Posted On: 03 May 2016 03:13 pm

Bring on those tan lines buddy - nothing like working up a proper hunger... sorry gotta go - room service has just arrived. Add chilli oil!

Ada Wat

Posted On: 03 May 2016 02:43 pm

Well done and best of luck!!!

Peter Wei

Posted On: 03 May 2016 01:40 pm

It's ... Not so desert as I would have thought Ei! More like beach resort !!! Where r the scorpions, and camels? Or those, you know very strange looking lizards!!! Maybe .... Maybe ... U r in the wrong race ??!!! :)))) Okie, 80km is amazing !!! Keep it going, bring some sands back for souvenirs ~~~ Go go go !!!

Isabelle Yeung

Posted On: 03 May 2016 09:04 am

Add oil Duncan! So so proud of you!

GY Wong

Posted On: 03 May 2016 09:04 am

Great work Duncan. Photos look amazing - what an experience! Thanks for putting up the blog. Keep going! Looking forward to your next update.

Sam Ko

Posted On: 03 May 2016 08:24 am

I want to go on a beach holiday!!! =) did you take pictures with the seals? have you seen any lions, tigers? keep running and jumping. you should get your signature jump in ever stage! good luck and keep your head up! miss you.

Alick Koo

Posted On: 03 May 2016 08:21 am

Way to go Duncan! Many are rooting for you here in Hong Kong. Thank you for your blogs. They are so fun to read and they give us such a vivid image of your environment. Stay well and enjoy your "me" time away from it all.

Jason Wu

Posted On: 03 May 2016 08:14 am

Duncan, Best wishes for the race and please show us the pictures afterwards.

Yi-Chen Chiang

Posted On: 03 May 2016 05:19 am

Hi Duncan, well done and nice to see that you have been jumping around almost every stage! 4deserts will have to hire you as their official promoter on the website :) keep that spirit and share the fun (and pain)! say hi for me to Jason and Wilson! few more days to go to see the finishing line!

Andrew Espin

Posted On: 03 May 2016 04:54 am

Hey Duncan - hope the sand gets better!! Keep the spirits up and have a stellar week

Franklin Ma

Posted On: 03 May 2016 03:59 am

Already done with day 2!!! Sounds like an amazing race!! Look forward to more fun stories.

Kirsten Tsang

Posted On: 03 May 2016 03:36 am

Wow it's very tough!!! Add oil Duncan. Sam & Matthew r waiting for u! Be safe & good luck!!

02 May 2016 09:40 am (GMT+08:00) Beijing, Chongqing, Hong Kong, Urumqi

First off I want to thank my wife for writing the funniest and sweetest day1 note EVER!

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Patti Ng

Posted On: 06 May 2016 02:59 pm

Hi Duncan , fight on !! You can do it !!!!

Patti Ng

Posted On: 06 May 2016 02:56 pm

Add oil

Peter pang

Posted On: 03 May 2016 03:58 am

Edwin and rita Lee

Posted On: 03 May 2016 03:29 am

DUNCAN keep it up. Will share your journal with kids so they see what perseverance discipline and persstence mean, and how doing all these, in desert, one can still not forget to smile or dance once in a while. Sending you hugs and keeping you in our prayers for nature to be on your side, and all the runners! Xoxo

Edwin and rita Lee

Posted On: 03 May 2016 03:29 am

DUNCAN keep it up. Will share your journal with kids so they see what perseverance discipline and persstence mean, and how doing all these, in desert, one can still not forget to smile or dance once in a while. Sending you hugs and keeping you in our prayers for nature to be on your side, and all the runners! Xoxo

BRETT FOOTE

Posted On: 03 May 2016 02:57 am

Hi Duncan ... so happy that you are out testing the limits again!! Kick butt mate. Following your Stages. Brett

Robert Wong

Posted On: 03 May 2016 02:23 am

Dude! What an experience! You are kicking ass with every step. I plan on running a 42K someday, but you are doing one every day for 7 days! Have a great remainder of your race!

Vincent Ng

Posted On: 03 May 2016 02:09 am

Since your bag is so small, can you bring me some desert sand and bottled air back as souvenir? My kids would love it! Thanks Uncle Duncan

Paul Chu

Posted On: 03 May 2016 12:55 am

Bro it sounds like you are off to an amazing start! So proud of you! You actually do what most men only talk about doing. Enjoy the journey and add oil! Have you watched the old Japanese show "Metal Man 17"? You got #17 for a reason! You are a machine!

Ray Chan

Posted On: 03 May 2016 12:26 am

Great effort! Hope u enjoy every bit of the Sahara!

Carter Leung

Posted On: 02 May 2016 09:23 pm

Did you bring my photo, Mr. Asia No.1? ;)

Roy Carroll

Posted On: 02 May 2016 06:41 pm

Er, Dunc, you need to run a bit quicker mate and hurry back. Apparently your battery cover was open again! Just kidding. Catch you for a ride when you get back and you can tell the fellas and I about your adventure over some Dan chi and lai chai! Keep your spirits up! Roy

Patti Ng

Posted On: 02 May 2016 04:17 pm

Good job Duncan

Carina Chui

Posted On: 02 May 2016 04:00 pm

Ga Yau Duncan gor gor!!!!! Support support!!

Brigette Lau

Posted On: 02 May 2016 04:00 pm

Duncan, good job! Glad u had all Your supplies back! We will took good care of Sam and Matty for u!! Ga Yau, Take care and enjoy!!

Erika Lau

Posted On: 02 May 2016 03:46 pm

Ga Yau Duncan!!! Greetings from london ! The pics looks awesome and wish u have a wonderful journey!

Miranda Suen

Posted On: 02 May 2016 02:56 pm

You have our full support from Switzerland :) Add oil!! It's impressive to see the big smile after such a hard core day! Keep it up

Sam Ko

Posted On: 02 May 2016 02:28 pm

I saw your day 1 pics. You were smiling and jumping. Keep up the spirit! Matthew and I went for a run today as well. Matthew crawl on the grass. He loves it. He is also trying hard. Add oil!