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Some of you may be aware that last year we took part in the inaugural Millport Multi-Event Marathon, raising £4k for charity whilst taking part in a number of events where the emphasis was on fun rather than gruelling self-flagellation.  This was inspired by how horrible it would be to run 7 successive marathons in the desert, and the thought that we could raise some cash without having to do, erm, well, much.

This year's event will again seek to raise money for SIR and for Kilbryde Hospice, which provides care to the terminally ill in Lanarkshire.  The day will have a Wild West theme, and events will include the following:

Hoedown Showdown - a line dancing competition between the 2 teams on the ferry to Millport, to be judged by fellow passengers.

Beggars Belief - which team, using any legal means, can get the most cash in their fundraising buckets by the end of the day.

Bare the Chill - which team can stay in the Firth of Clyde at shoulder depth for longest?  Cowboys are likely to be more John Wayne Bobbitt than John Wayne at the end of this one.

Saddle Up- saddle up for a piggy back relay along the beach.  Cowboy hat compulsory, use of the whip discretionary.

Kerrazy Golf - knocks the Ryder Cup into a cocked cowboy hat, with unparalleled drama unfolding on the hallowed concrete of the links course.

Rodeo Rope Ripping - er, a tug o'war. 

Single Sausage Showdown - who can tame the battered beauty of the single sausage in the fastest time?  Points deducted for barfage.  All sausages sourced from the island's premier greasy chip shop, and may have been under the grill for some time.

Plays Frisbee Golf with Wolves - um, frisbee golf on the beach.  Minimal wolf involvement, to be honest.

Putt up or Shut up - putting, only with a rubbish comedy title.

It all Kicks Off - football using the traditional seaside implement of the floater, some say flyaway, 99p ball.

Earn Your Spurs - an obstacle race round a local swing park in relay format, involving donning the ceremonial garments and then making your way through the swings, slides etc as fast as possible.  Little link to the title, but hey ho.

(No) Bow and Arrows - darts, outscore your opponent with 3 thereof.

Saloon Wars - down your drink faster than your opponent to triumph.  Final rule from single sausage showdown also applies here.



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Wants a rematch with his nemesis Donation by The Real Deal 11/09/08  

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Well done all Donation by Anon 09/09/08  

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Don't gimme no jibba jabba Donation by Mr T 05/09/08  

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So glad you didn't get deported Big Bro. xxx Donation by Andrew & Amanda Harvey 02/09/08  

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Your a braver man than me Stephen, WELL DONE!!! Donation by ANDY 02/09/08  

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Hears a Few Dollars More for The Good The Bad and The Not So Ugly {you know who you are???} Donation by Stephen's Papa 02/09/08  

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Tommy's gonna get ya Donation by Tommy Wright 31/08/08  

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Well done everyone and cheers for my big birthday wave you made an old 50 yr old very happy!!! Donation by Stephen's Mum 30/08/08  

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Our money's on Stephen. Odds on to stay the course Donation by Ladbrokes staff High St. Irvine 30/08/08  

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Good luck Vic. Have fun, sounds like it'll be a crazy day! x Donation by Jennifer Boyle 29/08/08  

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Suze & Bidisha - you guys are nuts - good luck!!! Donation by Jenny Simpson 29/08/08  

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(For Bidish) Hope you all have fun!!! Donation by Keeping the cowboy theme alive in the office!! 29/08/08  

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Good Luck Mark Donation by Pamela 29/08/08  

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Have fun. Looking forward to the pics - especially the horse!! Donation by Margaret Khnichich 29/08/08  

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Doodle-loodle-loo do doo doo...A few dollars more, eh? I'll give you punks some. Get three coffins ready, for those who brave the Clyde! Donation by The Man with No Name 29/08/08  

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Managed to raise £31.48 by selling sweeties in the office-well done the £20 extra is my donation! PS i am not questioning my sexuality by wearing pink Donation by Romaan Ahmed 29/08/08  

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(for Steph) Yee-ha cowgirl! xxx Donation by Helen W 29/08/08  

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Enjoy your day! Can Andreas "the machine" repeat the success of last year's ice cream challenge??? Donation by Claire 28/08/08  

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Pop pop pop popadopapop Donation by Gpopples popples 28/08/08  

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Good luck with sausage gobbling - I'm expecting Brian D and Paul S to win.. heehee. Donation by Its a Mystery "?" 28/08/08  

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May the GSS force be with you Donation by Jaya 28/08/08  

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Contenders ready......Gladiators ready.....3.....2....1..... Donation by Clan Menzies 28/08/08  

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From Brian & Elizabeth. Donation by Harvey 28/08/08  

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Good Luck and I look forward to the pictures!!!!! Donation by Chris O'Neil 28/08/08  

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Good luck Vic... Donation by David Bennett 28/08/08  

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Go Daddy..and remember it's important purely from a charity perspective that your team wins Donation by Emma Smith 27/08/08  

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Should I warn my friends in Millport to visit the mainland for the day? Seriously, wishing you the very best of luck, guys, and loadzafun! Donation by Helenhighwater 27/08/08  

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Good luck Suzanne Donation by Mara B 27/08/08  

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Good Luck Donation by Rosie 27/08/08  

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Can Millport cope again? Donation by Helen 27/08/08  

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