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Claire MICHELETTI

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Gobi March (2026) blog posts from Claire MICHELETTI

22 June 2026 09:30 pm (GMT+08:00) Irkutsk, Ulaan Bataar

Hello everyone, 
Stage 1 and 2 done. 
Wait, whose idea was this again? Phew… it’s tough going.
However the scenery is spectacular and probably some of the most beautiful landscapes I’ve seen.
Can’t write much longer as got it late and need to eat and prep for tomorrow.
XX

 

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Jack Shanahan

Posted On: 25 Jun 2026 02:40 am

You’re ridiculous Claire, in a very inspiring way!! Well done & keep it up! :))

Fiona Pilgrim

Posted On: 25 Jun 2026 01:27 am

We are in awe of you!

Jonathan Zincke

Posted On: 24 Jun 2026 03:04 pm

Doing amazing!!! been thinking about you and this adventure all week. keep on trucking claire!!!

Caroline Dickin

Posted On: 24 Jun 2026 07:14 am

Thinking of you a lot and I believe today is the 'BIG' one? You are doing amazing and I'm in awe! Such an amazing experience, and while it might seem tough, you are ending each day a little stronger than you began! Rooting for you and looking forward to the next update! xx (ps, all is great here, no issues, as I know you will want to know, so don't worry for a second!)

Laurence Micheletti

Posted On: 23 Jun 2026 05:42 pm

On dirai un peut le plateau de Coscione, non ??? Allez bon courage pour le 80km ! On est là avec toi x x

Steve Shanahan

Posted On: 23 Jun 2026 04:17 pm

Woo-hoo! Amazing work already, and, super-great to hear from you :) We’re all with you on your travels- most would just catch a bus tho… but not you tho-eh? Have fun- looking forward to seeing more piccies. Steve and Em xxx

Léo Micheletti Osborne

Posted On: 23 Jun 2026 02:39 pm

Allez Claire, seen the videos, looks incredible. Very proud of you and continue, tu vas y arriver. Lots of love Your favorite nephew

Craig B

Posted On: 23 Jun 2026 10:34 am

woohoo! go you good thing!

Lesley O'Dowd

Posted On: 23 Jun 2026 09:50 am

I'm following you all the way, darling. Yes, the landscape looks stunning -- but drones have it easy! You are showing sheer grit and grit is winning. Bravo on walking into camp on this Day 3. I saw a grey-haired Australian woman (she seemed lovely) soundbite and another 71 yr old woman so I am mightily relieved that you have 'live life as a cheery adventure' fellow participants sharing your colossal challenge. Wishing you recuperative sleep and supportable pain and getting through Day 4 with the positive of a lighter pack. Tons of admiration, tons of love. Mama
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09 June 2026 02:11 pm (GMT+04:00) Abu Dhabi, Muscat

Testing the blog function.

I cannot believe it's 12 days to go. I am sitting at work with my business partner Caroline in front of me. At my side is my 9kg (test) backpack, I will go for a training run in a few hours to see how my shoulders are faring today.

I wish I still had a few more week up my sleeves as I'm feeling underprepared. Are my nerves taking over? Probably.

I can't wait to get on that place and finally meet the other competitors, it's been great having some chatter already. 

Mongolia beckons. A country that has been on my dream list for many years for multiple reasons (the scenery, biodiversity, culture etc.).

But for now, back to work and try stay focused.

The adventure is not far away. 

 

Comments: Total (9) comments

Martine De Lang

Posted On: 24 Jun 2026 10:05 am

Waow ! Quel mindset! Quelle determination. Tu es impressionnante. Je te soutiens mentalement et moralement. Que la force soit avec toi. Bravo !!!! Beaucoup de courage à toi et les autres participants ! Go claire! Bises des UAE

Mia Micheletti Brunjes

Posted On: 21 Jun 2026 02:25 pm

Hi mum love you lots!! I believe in you amazing cutie ???

Hugo MB

Posted On: 21 Jun 2026 01:16 pm

Forza la mama !!! Bring home some yak balls

Emma Shanahan

Posted On: 21 Jun 2026 10:19 am

Be brilliant! ?? We are watching in awe. Xx

Laurence Micheletti

Posted On: 20 Jun 2026 11:00 am

“Bon courage for your race across the Karakorum region. So proud of you, sister. You’ve got this!”

Tom Carrangis

Posted On: 20 Jun 2026 09:08 am

Go Miss Claire! The Adelaide chapter of your fan club is excited and in complete awe. You are amazing just for having the dream and making it to the start line! Have a great experience. Lots of love Tommy, Catherine and Jade

Sonia Pahwa

Posted On: 19 Jun 2026 06:45 pm

Good luck Claire!! Wishing you fantastic days out there and I'll be cheering you on from Canada. They say the training is tough and the race is easy; I hope this for you. Enjoy the start line and all the experience will give you.

Craig B

Posted On: 17 Jun 2026 03:02 pm

time flies when you are weighing your food - and your socks - and your whistle - and the air your breathe. We love you. Go you good thing!

Mary Gadams

Posted On: 09 Jun 2026 11:14 am

Claire -- I am sure you are ready. Just 12 days -- YIKES! Mongolia will not disappoint. The country is everything you ever dreamed of, once you get into the country side. Ulaanbaatar is a fairly chaotic, post Soviet Union urban metropolis with subtle charm. I look forward to meeting you. Mary
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