Day #1 How I burned all matches
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The start of my Switzerland adventure - Hope 1000. I sat it as my “A” race, but serious heatwaves of the first day blew of all my expectations… Read more
Adventure “Hope 1000”
Hope 1000 is a 1000km long event in Switzerland . Every participant must climb 30’000 metres of elevation. I took part in the 8th edition, which was influenced by a massive heatwave, which pinned me down at massive uphills. It was really hard to embrace the struggle and find the “why” am I doing this.
Day #2 How I found hope
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It was clear, that battle against the hills won’t be the worst. I was licking my would from the first day and thoughts about giving up were endless… Read more
Day #3 How I adapted
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I have left my thoughts of despair behind me and headed out to new challenges. This day was critical as I was fighting against the lack of sleep… Read more
Day #4 How I cruised the Alps
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My fourth day was tough, but I had already accustomed to the hardness. And I for looking forward to visiting the highest mountains I have ever been to… Read more
Day #5 How I fought my imagination
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Montreux, the finish line, was very close. I woke up in the middle of the night to get there. I didn't know I would have to endure 30 hours in the saddle… Read more