NEWSFLASH: Benny wins by a margin!
Benny finished in 3 hours 37 minutes and 55 seconds, coming 530th overall. Billy finished just over a minute behind him in 3 hours, 39 minutes and 10 seconds, coming 573th overall. The spectacular scenery kept us going. We have never felt so much pain in the last 7 miles. We are slowly recovering, though still look like total tits limping around the streets of Vancouver.
Thanks again for all your support, we really appreciate it.
We will announce the prize winners when we get back to DC.
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Thanks for visiting Ben and Billy's marathon Fundraising page.
In less that ONE WEEK we will be standing at the start line of the Vancouver marathon at 7:30 in the morning. Probably the only reason that we don't hit the snooze button and roll over and sleep through the whole thing is that we are raising money for a great UK charity called Alive and Kicking. It's a wonderful organization that provides soccer balls along with prevention programs to kids in Africa. Check out the description for more.
As of today, neither of us have any idea how training is really going for the other but we are able to commiserate about the usual training problems...chaffing, blisters, finicky body parts and plenty self-doubt, such as "Why the hell am I doing this again?" or "I'm secretly petrified of Ben/Billy beating me."... That said, we'll conquer Vancouver if it takes all day.
Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It’s also the most efficient way to sponsor us-- Alive and Kicking UK gets your money faster and, if you're a UK taxpayer, Justgiving makes sure 25% in Gift Aid, plus a 3% supplement, are added to your donation.
BUT WAIT! Here's the kicker...
For every £15 (for us Yanks thats amounts to about $20) you donate, you will be entered into a sweepstakes, the likes of which the world has never seen.
1st Prize: Ben and Billy will call you, the lucky sweeps winner, directly after the marathon and let you know how it went. They won't call their moms, best friends, anyone...until they've celebrated with you over the phone. (only exception is to call an ambulance). Retail value: Priceless
2nd Prize: Ben and Billy will cook a lavish dinner at your house or theirs. The dinner menu will include multiple courses and a fine bottle wine. Retail value: $500
3rd Prize: You and two of your friends will sit with Billy and have a wonderful time at a D.C. United soccer game learning British curse words. Retail value: $250
4th Prize: Ben will pay your entire bar tab after a night of drinking at The Pug, D.C.'s most upscale, posh bar. Hors d'oeuvre (cheeseballs) will also be served. Retail value: $100
5th Prize: Ben and Billy will post a YouTube video tribute to your unparalleled beauty/strength/intellect/whatever for the world to see. Retail value: Priceless
So eat in for a night or two or work a second job, 'cause every £15/$20 donation you make gets you that much closer to a glorious prize. For our friends not in D.C., substitutions may be required, and our lawyers will contact you to work something out.
SEND A DONATION NOW-- ONLY A FEW DAYS LEFT TO ENTER THE CONTEST!
£15 GETS YOU AN ENTRY!
Raised:
73%
Raised so far: £1,106.00
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Finally! I 'm late but delighted at your achievement. Hopefully catch up with you soon if not in Marathon terms! Donation by Aunt Susan on 12/05/09 |
£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid |
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Well Done Will, so proud of you! xx Donation by Alice, Barney & Tabitha on 11/05/09 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid |
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Having a fondness for both Africa and Mr. Mahler (not necessarily in that order) we are pleased to donate, and proud of the DC finishers!! Donation by Tom and Eileen Sutula on 05/05/09 |
£75.00 |
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Well done chaps! I knew you'd kick his ass, Benny! (not really, Billy, thought you'd win, but don't tell Ben that). Donation by Robin on 04/05/09 |
£20.00 |
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Congratulations! Donation by Itzi on 04/05/09 |
£20.00 |
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Well done my fine fellows! Donation by Butthrill on 04/05/09 |
£15.00 |
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Bueno Suerte ! Donation by Evan Rodger on 03/05/09 |
£14.80 |
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Run your heart out Mr. Mahler. What a great cause! Donation by Susan Schmidt on 02/05/09 |
£25.00 |
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Good luck and have fun! Donation by Jess Goff on 01/05/09 |
£5.00 |
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Good luck! Hopefully the have some carbs in a cup (aka beer) ready for you at mile 22. Way better than gu for the last 4 miles. Donation by Kate on 01/05/09 |
£25.00 |
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words can not express my desire to be there at the finish line, just so i can see this photo become a reality :-) Donation by Jen Palmer on 01/05/09 |
£25.00 |
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Ben, just make sure if you collapse you don't injure your hands or wrists, we need you back at work. Donation by Kevin Payne on 01/05/09 |
£25.00 |
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good luck Donation by Oscar Merida on 01/05/09 |
£25.00 |
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remember: whiskey + advil = what toe? Donation by Lucy Yarnell on 01/05/09 |
£15.00 |
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I don't need a prize just go get em guys! Donation by Tiffany Maceyko on 01/05/09 |
£10.00 |
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#5, please! Our careers seem to be in a bit of the doldrums at moment and we need a talented, witty, clever, fabulously magnificent team to help us. Donation by Britaney & Madonna on 01/05/09 |
£15.00 |
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I love you both equally. But I think I might love the winner just a little bit more... Donation by Janet Kim on 01/05/09 |
£15.00 |
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Please don't die. Donation by Allison Pipal on 01/05/09 |
£5.00 |
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Don't run next to any pigs or people who are sneezing alot! Good luck; it's only pain!! Donation by Howard, Sally, Clover & Eliza on 30/04/09 |
£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid |
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"You and a happy team of sled dogs in the Great White North - the last act of pure Freedom still available on the planet." Good luck in the Iditarod! Donation by Julie & David on 30/04/09 |
£15.00 |
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Run steady. No bonking. Good luck!! Donation by jenna on 30/04/09 |
£5.00 |
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Good luck boys!! Will be thinking of you both! Please run a mile in the style of Pheobe from Friends x Donation by Lucie on 30/04/09 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid |
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#4 please. We've been in establishments all around the world, and none cane compare with The Pug. It's the real deal. Nuf Said Donation by The Cap'n, Jack, Jim, and Johnny on 30/04/09 |
£15.00 |
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We are honored to sit with Mr William and learn the finer points of the beautiful game. Please, no English lessons. We would be embarrassed! Donation by Ronaldhino, Ronaldo, Maradona, Pele on 30/04/09 |
£15.00 |
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And what is wrong with calling the Queen Mum first???? Donation by Mum on 30/04/09 |
£15.00 |
| * Total raised online: | £1,106.00 |
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| Offline donations: | £0.00 |
| Mobile donations: | £0.00 |
| Total Raised: | £1,106.00 |
| Gift Aid plus supplement: | £50.77 |
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