Howdy, Stranger!
Categories
NEW WORLD RECORD ATTEMPT
![[Deleted User]](https://w6.vanillicon.com/6820f5ad9667bfcb0a3405fb20286d47_100.png)
i have been told its ok to let people know now, so here we go, i shall be back on the treadmill again with a team of 11 other people, to see how far we can get in 24 hours as a team of 12 to set a new world record.its also to promote the marathon of britain event in august. we start in nottingham town centre next wednesday evening at 18:45 , 21 april, any of you lucky people live in the area , watch out for us on t.v or radio, or come down for a meet up with a host of knowledge on ultra running i.e
myself_MDS 5 times, previous 48 hour treadmill world record, mob 2003
rory coleman-umpteen world records on treadmill, GUC, MDS
luke cunliffe, MDS,Junglemarathon,
yukon ultra, trans 333
andy rivett, JOGLE world record holder, previous 24 hour treadmill world record holder
and as they say much much more,
, honestly the things i let myself in for, should be a good warm up for stratford on the sunday
myself_MDS 5 times, previous 48 hour treadmill world record, mob 2003
rory coleman-umpteen world records on treadmill, GUC, MDS
luke cunliffe, MDS,Junglemarathon,
yukon ultra, trans 333
andy rivett, JOGLE world record holder, previous 24 hour treadmill world record holder
and as they say much much more,
, honestly the things i let myself in for, should be a good warm up for stratford on the sunday
The materials in this website are in no way intended to replace the professional medical care, advice, diagnosis or treatment of a doctor, qualified personal trainer, therapist, dietitian or nutritionist Runners's World, Part of the Hearst UK well-being network © Copyright 2017
Comments
i love these
Is there a website
The name Rory Coleman rings a bell. Was he one of the 1000-milers in the run-up to last year's FLM?
I'm not going to even ask how you jogle!!
:-)
Sounds crazy
example 1. rory rings " paul fancy a steady run in some nice warm sand, we will take it steady and have a nice time" this actually involved the only 2 of us from britain going 106 miles,non stop, through the jordan desert, if that wasn't tough enough we were the guinea pigs for a new race with a massive 38 entries,at least we got around alive................ only just. oh how we laughed!!.
example 2. rory calls,"paul great run coming up in london, chance to see the sights, not a large field so your chance to get a good time. muggings here accepts and goes down to london for a 2AM start for a marathon UNDER the greenwhich foot tunnel, this comprised of running up and down the foot tunnel, which obviously runs under the river thames, around 54 times or so, didn't think much to the scenery and didn't get a good time, but oh! how we laughed!!
these are but a few examples of many
beware if you EVER get a call from coleman, run away, run away!!!!!!!!!!!
coleman is also the race director for the marathon of britain as well
no web site for this event as yet hippo, but i am sure i can co-hurst the ever reliable monique to keep you keen forumites updated on the day.
Trust me.
BTW, Are the last few miles of the East Kent Ultra really going to be on sand?? Put me right off... :-(
Reckon you need to find a new mate!!!
What do you say to Mrs? "Just off for a run with Rory. See you in a couple of weeks time. Now where's me passport?"
:-))))
Good luck with the challenge.
Is there a record to break - if so what is it and what are you hoping ot achieve?
Pass on my good wishes to Luke - the boy did brilliant in the Yukon. ;-)
lfw as far as i am aware it is a new record, so really its as far as we can go, though to be honest with one or two exceptions , all the runners are ultra runners so no chance of a ridiculous high mileage, i think the organisers are hoping for somewhere near the marathon of britain distance, 175 miles or so, though i would like to hink we maybe able to churn out the 200 mile mark between us, we will have to see. i don,t know exactly what the plan is for the time each one of us is on the treadmill yet, will update more as i find out more news.
Blimey, just found this thread, you lot deserve all the luck going, and a clutch of medals ........ one of them for insanity I think
You'll be ok for Stratford of course won't you Paul?
On the 21st to 22nd April 2004 a team of 12 runners from this year’s Flame Health Marathon of Britain will set a New World Record for treadmill running in Nottingham’s Market Square. For exactly 24 hours the team of runners will take it in turns to pound a Trimline 340 Treadmill. Their aim is to collectively cover more than 175 miles, equivalent to the six-day Flame Health Marathon of Britain that starts later this year on August 1st.
The event starts at 18.45hrs live on BBC East Midlands Today on Wednesday 21st April finishing at 18.45hrs on the 22nd April 2004.
The team includes four Guinness World Record Breakers as well as Runner’s World editor Steven Seaton, BBC East Midlands Today Presenter Rob Glass and Flame Health’s MD Scott Liversidge. Scott explains,
“ Last year saw the inaugural Marathon of Britain event which was a resounding success, and certainly set the parameters of what has become the most gruelling and talked about ultra running event in the UK. Last year we sponsored a team in the competition, which gave us an excellent insight into the concept, and the positive mindset of the individuals who actually compete and complete this immense endurance race. This year we wanted to take more of an integral role in the proceedings and when we discussed the potential to become the main sponsor we were extremely eager to progress and support one of the most positive and challenging events on this years sporting calendar.”
The team will raise valuable funds for Action on Addiction, the UK’s only independent addiction research charity.
“ We are delighted to be the chosen charity for the Marathon of Britain 2004,” says Lesley King – Lewis, Chief Executive of Action on Addiction. “ It is fantastic that Rory Coleman and his team are raising awareness of Action on Addiction. We would like to encourage people to come down and watch this World Record attempt and donate money to help our vital research.”
This world record breaking attempt is to celebrate the launch of the Flame Health Marathon of Britain 2004.
The Marathon of Britain is a unique foot race covering a route of approximately 175 miles held in set stages over 6 days. Each competitor must carry all of their supplies, clothes and equipment for the duration of the event. The course starts under Abbey Archway near Great Malvern passes through the idyllic Cotswold Hills, through Warwick and Kenilworth to finish at Robin Hood’s castle Nottingham.
Key athlete profiles:
Andy Rivett - Current John o’Groats-to-Land’s End World Record holder and previous 100 mile and 24hr treadmill record holder also Flame Health Marathon of Britain Champion 2003.
Rory Coleman - Current 7-day Treadmill World Record holder and previous holder 12hr, 24hr, 48hr and 100 mile world treadmill records. 423 Marathons to date, and Race Director of Flame Health Marathon of Britain.
Paul Shields - Previous 48hr World Treadmill record holder.
Glyn Marston - Previous 100 mile World Treadmill record holder.
Also in the line up are Flame Health Marathon of Britain athletes, Richard Price, Big Dave Carter, Paul Taylor and Heidi Wilson.
For Further Information
Rory Coleman - Race Director
rory@marathonofbritain.com
which between 12 people makes it sound pretty acheivable - but like most things of this nature, the only easy part is being an armchair critic - in practice I bet its going to be tough as hell.
One things for sure - the treadmills going to get a fair hammering...
clever publicity stunt for the MOB though you have to say.
They had covered 25 miles in two hours, but that was with a quick "team" of runners (included Andy Rivett) By Pauls reckoning that put them on course for 190 miles.
This morning Paul rang, his team were about to do a stint, starting at 8 o'clock and they had completed 100 miles in 12 and a half hours.
He reckons they're on for 180-90. Furthest over the 20 mins so far- Andy Rivett with 3.3 miles
If anyone is in the East Midlands area it will be on local news tonight just before 6:45.
thanks for the updates.
Pass on our best wishes to the team - it seems they will be setting a very respectful time. However, I think the first report of 25 miles in 2 hours was a little optimistic - albeit possible. Undoubtedly you or Paul will let us know the record once it is set. If you have a chance perhaps you could let us know who was in the team.
Cheers
LFW