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Team MAD (Mother Trisha and Daughter Rachel) are preparing to take on one of the world’s most demanding endurance events: the legendary Enduroman Arch to Arc Challenge.

This unique triathlon connects two of the world’s most beautiful cities, London and Paris, by combining an 87-mile run from Marble Arch to Dover, a gruelling English Channel swim, and a 181-mile cycle from Calais to the Arc de Triomphe—all in one continuous effort

We are raising money for Maggie's Centre, Glasgow, a cause close to our hearts as many close friends and family have suffered from cancer.

FAQs

When is your slot?

Team MAD’s weather window is late August 2026. Keeping everything crossed for good conditions.

Will you be swimming with a wetsuit?

No, we are following Channel rules: swimsuit, goggles, hat, and earplugs only.

What does the challenge involve?

Run: 87 miles from Marble Arch, London, to Dover

Swim: Across the English Channel (minimum 21 miles, but often longer due to tides)

Cycle: 181 miles from Calais to the Arc de Triomphe, Paris

Why is this challenge so special?

The Arch to Arc is considered one of the hardest triathlons in the world, testing both physical and mental endurance. The route and conditions are never the same twice, making each attempt a unique experience.

We are aiming to be the first:

two person relay, non wetsuit

first Scottish team and

first Mother and daughter to complete this challenge.