Whilst some may choose to cycle from London to Brighton and others may decide to compete in the London marathon (both admirable choices), I have decided to go one (or maybe several) steps further and participate in the 2005 Marathon des Sables. The Marathon des Sables is a six day ultra-marathon endurance race across the Sahara Desert; known as the toughest footrace on earth. Over the course of six days I will run 151 miles with about 30 miles of the race taking place over sand dunes. I will be running in temperatures of up to 120 degrees Fahrenheit and am required to carry everything that I will need for the duration of the race on my back. I will undoubtedly suffer from blisters and will more than likely lose most of the skin on my feet in the process!
Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Médecins Sans Frontières UK will receive your money faster and, if you are a UK taxpayer, an extra 28% in tax will be added to your gift at no cost to you.
Much of the pain and suffering ahead will be softened by the knowledge that I have undertaken this challenge for a good cause. So please sponsor me now!
Many thanks for your support.
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Raised so far: £1,035.00
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Not much of an incentive seeig as you've now done it but very impressive nonetheless. Donation by Gunner on 05/05/05 |
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Jorn, sorry for the delay. Hope your feet are still in one piece! Call me if you're up for a pint. Donation by Anonymous on 30/04/05 |
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Good luck John! Donation by Aneta L. on 12/04/05 |
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Donation by neal lovell on 07/04/05 |
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Donation by jay aaronson on 06/04/05 |
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Brave man ! Go for it mate ! Massive respect ! Donation by Martin Roots on 06/04/05 |
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Good luck John! Donation by Liz Cheng on 06/04/05 |
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All the best mate Donation by Clancy on 05/04/05 |
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all the best john, we want to hear all about it... Donation by Alex Baring and Carolyn Grace on 04/04/05 |
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Best of luck you Loon! Donation by Mark Lloyd on 04/04/05 |
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Best of luck, you nut job! Donation by Anonymous on 04/04/05 |
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You're totally insane but Good Luck! Donation by Nic Nac on 04/04/05 |
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still think yr completely crazy.. but good luck!! Donation by emma norris on 31/03/05 |
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Donation by Anonymous on 23/03/05 |
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Donation by Anonymous on 23/03/05 |
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Donation by Jerry Howley on 22/03/05 |
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Donation by Rich on 22/03/05 |
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Good luck mate Donation by Ian Barber on 22/03/05 |
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You must be crazy - good luck! Donation by Anonymous on 21/03/05 |
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Good luck John! Donation by Lu Brown-Hovelt on 21/03/05 |
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You can do it Johnny ..... good luck !!!! Donation by Hannah Nixon on 21/03/05 |
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I'm so proud of you!!! Ur a complete mad man but I know u can do it!!! Donation by Michelle Grey on 17/03/05 |
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have you taken leave of your senses? good luck mate! Donation by Alex Barnes on 16/03/05 |
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Please don't show me your blisters again! Donation by Fiona on 11/03/05 |
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Good luck Johnny Grey! You are mad, but if anyone can do this, it has to be you. Donation by Lianne Storer on 02/03/05 |
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| Total Raised: | £1,035.00 |
| Gift Aid plus supplement: | £283.46 |
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