Ben from St. Louis on 4/1/2008 12:26:16 PM:
Mr. Sharples, what a remarkable accomplishment! (I just read the "entire trail in a day" thread.) Kudos to you on your record and plans for another trip this year. Best of luck.
I’m actually planning to do the same thing with a buddy on June 6th. While we are aiming for a respectable time (and to survive in the process), our primary goal is to raise funds for breast cancer research/awareness. My wife was diagnosed exactly one year ago and is a survivor today.
In the process of training I’ve been inviting friends and family to sponsor me, with proceeds benefiting the Komen Foundation through my wife’s Race for the Cure team (Bridget’s Brigade). I also invite others to join in this worthwhile endeavor by sponsoring meat $1 per mile (up to 225 miles, or more if you’d like!). Since it’s all for a good cause, I’m including my site link on Komen that includes details:
http://www.komenstlouis.org/site/TR/Race/General?pg=personal&fr_id=1000&fr_id=1000&px=1061203
By the way, Mr. Sharples, what is the secret to your success?!