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So, just what is UTMB? Here's what Wiki say about it:

"The Ultra Trail Tour du Mont-Blanc (also referred to as UTMB) is a mountain ultramarathon. It takes place once a year in the Alps, starting and finishing in Chamonix and running through France, Italy and Switzerland. The distance this year is 103 miles (the longest yet), with a total elevation gain of around 9,400m. The race is run in one leg. Some believe that it is the most difficult foot race in Europe.

While the best runners complete the loop in slightly more than 20 hours, most runners take 30 to 45 hours to reach the finish line. 45 hours being the cut off time.

The race is semi-self sufficient, there are water and food stations, but only one chance to change kit and pick up new stuff".

So there you go, sit back, relax and wait to hear if I complete (you can check my progress here: http://mad2008.blogspot.com/, and in the meantime really make it worth my while by sponsoring me for my efforts and supporting Children Today.

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Best wishes,

Paul