I can't tell you how good it feels to write 63! Especially after the atrocious day we've just suffered through. Gale force headwinds and rain for most of the day, and even colder temperatures than yesterday. Despite wearing tons of layers, the cold just bit through everything, and then found no body fat resistance. Some aid stations kindly let us inside their vehicles for the first time, but that almost made it harder to return to the Arctic.
Most of the day was spent moving from fjord to fjord. They're beautiful but desolate, and absent sunshine take on a depressing air. We also had to navigate 3 tunnels today, the longest of which was 5 miles long. Very spooky - but at least a break from the wind and rain.
So tomorrow is the final 28 miles. The forecast is for more of the same, but we'll all be relieved to be done by lunchtime. Hallelujah.
17 comments:
ONE MORE DAY! Way to go, Russ!!!
1 day left - AMAZING!!! I can't wait to hear tomorrow that you have crossed the final finish line.
Isabella can't wait to see you - every day she asks if am-pa is coming to see her but we say not yet, he is still running...
Txx
PS Happy Father's Day for tomorrow!
Way to stay Tough, Russ!
Enjoy tomorrow regardless of the weather!
Smile, and maybe do the happy dance every 10km to rejoice and celebrate tomorrow!
What you're about to accomplish is unbelievable!
Will there be beers WITH alcohol at the finish tomorrow?!
Way to hang in there, Russ. Strong kick to the finish tomorrow! :)
Think of a large crowd jumping up and down and cheering for you tomorrow as you finish. I am totally amazed by your accomplishment. Congratulations in advance.
Keithly
Great! Incredible! Stay on!
We accompany you in our minds - hope the island Magerøya will show its beauty, and you really deserve to see the midnight sun on the lightest day in the year!
Marit in Alta
Can't believe you are finally just one day away. I'm very excited for you Russ.
Hi Russell,
So you write it "Hallelujah" ?! We write it "Alleluia" and the last thing I can say is : "ALLEZ RUSSELL !".
Do you understand now why I had to stop after Italy ? Northern Europe climate is for pinguins not for Texan or South America lovers. Maybe Patagonia could be compare ? I am afraid North Cape will look like Cape Horn tomorrow.
FELICITATIONS au vainqueur de la Gaule*, de l'Allemagne* et de l'Europe* et amitiés.
JB
Hang in there Russ. You just need to zip back to Texas to defrost in our toasty 100 degree temps. Sending some heat and humidity your way...Kirsten
YOU AMAZE US! CONGRATS FROM RUTH ANNE & CHARLES!
One more day! Amazing accomplishment, Russ. Congratulations!
You are amazing....can't wait to see tomorrow's post....Finish strong.
WOW WOW WOW WOW...
I can't wait to speak to you tomorrow!! Many of us will be at the Rogue trail race...we all send you our best and loudest Congratulations. Maybe you will hear us if we shout loud enough!
I'll call you tomorrow morning to hear first hand you shouting the great news of a wonderful last day!!
Love ya
Go Russ, Go! You've got this!
Simply incredible!
We are all so very proud of you.
Finish strong, finish happy, enjoy your success!
Okies
You are awesome! I'm visualizing a very happy Russell on Father's Day.
You continue to amaze...
Degner
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