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Marathon des Sables
The Marathon des Sables (MDS) (Marathon of the Sands) is a six-day, 254 km (156 mi) ultramarathon, which is an equivalent to six regular marathons. The longest single stage is 84 km (52 mi) long.
The event is held every year in the southern Moroccan desert. It is considered the toughest foot race on Earth. The first event of the Marathon started in 1986.
Facts
- Competitors must carry all personal belongings and food for the entire event in their rucksack. Water and tents are supplied by the organizers.
- During the 1994 race, Italian police officer Mauro Prosperi lost his way during a sand storm and wandered lost for more than 9 days, losing over 13 kg (30 lb) of body weight.
- The cost of participation is almost $5000.
- As of 2007, Lahcen Ahansal from Morocco has won 10 titles.
External links
- Official website of the Marathon Des Sables
- BBC news story
- Marathon des Sables - a doctors view (sic)
- Marathon des Sables
- Official website for UK Entrants
- A forum about the MdS for entrants and potential racers. Includes kit advice & training information.
- A video about the Marathon des sables
- Web page in Czech language - denik ze zavodu v roce 2005
- A Pictures from one of Czech Finishers in 2005
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