ccc (courmayeur -champex-chamonix) 29th August 2014
Susie Casebourne embarked on probably her toughest race yet taking on 101km run of mountainous terrain. Starting in Italy, moving through Switzerland with the finish in France.
Below is the race description:
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A race deep into wilderness using for the most the international path “Grande Randonnée du Tour du Mont-Blanc (GR TMB)”.
Mountain race, with numerous passages in high altitude (>2500m), in difficult weather conditions (night, wind, cold, rain or snow), that needs a very good training, adapted equipment and a real capacity of personal autonomy.
The CCC® has climbed from being the "little sister of the UTMB®" to becoming a unique race that is one of the most prestigious of the world. The start line at the centre of Courmayeur is tinged with an atmosphere that only Italians can provide, a rare emotional moment to the music of Vangelis.
The first kilometres, on an original route, different from the UTMB®, quickly lead to 2500m of altitude to one of the most exceptional panoramas one can imagine, facing the Mont-Blanc and the Grandes Jorasses. The passage of the Grand col Ferret (2537m) marks the entrance of the race in Switzerland, where the competitors will be warmly welcomed by the volunteers of La Fouly, Champex and Trient. Already in France but so close to Switzerland, anyone can enjoy the authenticity of Vallorcine, before discovering after an incredible ascension the Vallons des Chezerys, a true corner of paradise with a magnificent view on the Mont-Blanc chain. It is then time to finally reach the arrival arch in the heart of Chamonix.'
Susie finished the race in 22hours 10mins 27secs
Worth noting is the altitude effect. The race starts and ends at just over 1000m and only ever gets higher. There is approximately 11% less available oxygen at 1000m due the difference in atmospheric pressure. The further you climb the less oxygen is available. If you live in that area your body adapts perfectly. If you live, as Susie obviously does, at sea level then this becomes noticeable when you exercise. We applaud you Susie, very inspirational.
Below is the race description:
'
A race deep into wilderness using for the most the international path “Grande Randonnée du Tour du Mont-Blanc (GR TMB)”.
Mountain race, with numerous passages in high altitude (>2500m), in difficult weather conditions (night, wind, cold, rain or snow), that needs a very good training, adapted equipment and a real capacity of personal autonomy.
The CCC® has climbed from being the "little sister of the UTMB®" to becoming a unique race that is one of the most prestigious of the world. The start line at the centre of Courmayeur is tinged with an atmosphere that only Italians can provide, a rare emotional moment to the music of Vangelis.
The first kilometres, on an original route, different from the UTMB®, quickly lead to 2500m of altitude to one of the most exceptional panoramas one can imagine, facing the Mont-Blanc and the Grandes Jorasses. The passage of the Grand col Ferret (2537m) marks the entrance of the race in Switzerland, where the competitors will be warmly welcomed by the volunteers of La Fouly, Champex and Trient. Already in France but so close to Switzerland, anyone can enjoy the authenticity of Vallorcine, before discovering after an incredible ascension the Vallons des Chezerys, a true corner of paradise with a magnificent view on the Mont-Blanc chain. It is then time to finally reach the arrival arch in the heart of Chamonix.'
Susie finished the race in 22hours 10mins 27secs
Worth noting is the altitude effect. The race starts and ends at just over 1000m and only ever gets higher. There is approximately 11% less available oxygen at 1000m due the difference in atmospheric pressure. The further you climb the less oxygen is available. If you live in that area your body adapts perfectly. If you live, as Susie obviously does, at sea level then this becomes noticeable when you exercise. We applaud you Susie, very inspirational.
