Shortly before he started training for this, Russ came to the same yoga class I went to in Durrington for a couple of weeks. When asked by the instructor if he was fit and healthy he just replied "yeah, generally" haha. Absolute legend, keep smashing the tarmac Russ lad!
To give some small perspective. When you fly from the UK to Cape town, you spend just over flying over Europe, nearly an hour flying over the Med, and nearly 10 hours flying over Africa.
Carpool karaoke was legendary! Jared really does look like the snowman from snowman. This is just an unbelievable journey and your perseverance is something to marvel
Don't get too bogged down by the total time the mission takes (easier said than done I know). The safe completion is all that matters. Whatever the time ends up being will likely stand as a world record for a long long time.
Damn the distance to go was getting close to 10k now with the new route back up to 11.5k, most pretty consistent club runners that's like 3+ years of their running volume left to do such a crazy challenge this, but loving following along
23:09 True words, absolutely true. I'm concerned for you lads due to various things happening around you, but I have a strong believe in your teams ability to overcome this adversity. Russ you are an inspiration, as are Stan, Jarred and Harry. Be safe and ONWARDS!
The fact that this guy doesn't have AT LEAST a Million Subs on here is NUTS! Does nobody realize what he's done!? Appreciate you and your team russ! Keep it up!
hmmmm they have actually been quite sh1t at the figuring out many parts of this. You dont leave passports in a box in the front in a van - you have them locked in a hidden safe in a Van. When robbed you tell the robbers passports are back in the hotel safe. You research rainy season and the chances of a non 4x4 being able to cross during rainy season are not great. You shouldnt leave a runner running without being in visual contact of the support vehicle in certain parts of Africa. (they shouldve planned from the beginning 1 x support vehicle being an offroad motorcycle (especially if attempting during wet season) . they dont know how they are going to cross into Tunisia (i saw them asking on a fbk post with Africa overlanders). Libya and Algeria southern borders are closed and there is limited 'non guided' travel in these countries. And Libya and Algerians southern borders also border some very difficult countries to get visas and drive through (Chad / Niger (recent coup although that has happened since they left)/ Mali (terrorist war zones in some parts) so unless they have some certain embassy officials from the UK talking to certain officials in the above countries its going to be unlikely they can cross (unless they get some super 'unplanned' luck) or are prepared to run to North Morocco / Ferry to Spain / run to Italy / Ferry to Tunisia. If I had the goal to be the first person to run the length off Africa i would try to minimise the 'winging as we go" element. Unforeseens will always happen but you manage them in a more prepared manner.
Thanks for the arachnophobia warning! Ever since you entered jungle I was a little nervous you would meet an 8-legged friend. Keep up the great work, lads, and best of luck with the obstacles in front of you!
What a team!! what you have to deal with is insane. Have loved the mindset check-ins, some really good words of advice, and also a reminder that Russ is human and deals with anxieties like we all do.
RIP Nellie... but I'm glad you guys have an actual plan of how to get through the interior/north of the ROC and southern cameroon, because im pretty sure thatll be the toughest part of the mission logistically, being so sparsely populated.
End Of Day Averages Day 133: 37.89km Day 134: 38.40km Day 135: 38.20km Distance this video: 140km OR 160km Discrepancy alert! Day 134 stated 48k on daily distance, but added 68k to the total distance. Therefore i opted to continue with my standard method (total distance/days) and not have to correct every measurement from here on in.
Lads you’re all head cases but I love it, hopefully it’s just the clutch with Nelly, wishing you all the best lads and the drumming scene was brilliant. 🫶🫡👏
Oh his name is russ cook, He doesn’t do it by the book, He’s strong, he’s ginger-ey Oh he ain’t gonna end up with an injury This won’t be a cruise, stopping out the 1’s and 2’s When he gets to Tunisia get out the confetti, But for now he’s gotta eat moms spaghetti
As an African we believed this kind of act is a bad omen. I go to great lengths to save insects, animals and living things. Spiders are cool even though i have visions of some nasty spider bites on the necks of tourists. Tread lightly.
Google says 101 days is the most consecutive marathons. Russ has definitely done more than that in Africa, I think he may have had a day off for the pissing blood incident? Very happy to be wrong as it would be great to see him break a world record
Im in complete shock of this guy he's injured yet is still doing marathons this guys is an absolute monster
He is after all the hardest geezer.
@@adamgriss2025 the name really does check out
Shortly before he started training for this, Russ came to the same yoga class I went to in Durrington for a couple of weeks. When asked by the instructor if he was fit and healthy he just replied "yeah, generally" haha. Absolute legend, keep smashing the tarmac Russ lad!
amazing!
Durrington Wiltshire ? 😂😂😂 not far from me at all, and russ saying that but we are deffo behind ahah
Can’t wait for theses guys to land a huge sponsor. What Russ and the team are doing is absolutely incredible and an inspiration to many!
They should also publicise the charity more!
Russ inspired me to run 268 km in the tym i never believed i wud
I hope everyone joined in with the drums at 24:40
I quite liked that shot as well with everyone in frame. Would be nice to see that a little more.
To give some small perspective. When you fly from the UK to Cape town, you spend just over flying over Europe, nearly an hour flying over the Med, and nearly 10 hours flying over Africa.
the happiness on Jared’s face when he was laughing at stan whip panning 😂
Just jared sharing wholesome energy as usual
Carpool karaoke was legendary! Jared really does look like the snowman from snowman. This is just an unbelievable journey and your perseverance is something to marvel
This is a rough journey, but yall are still doing good with what yall got. This is some crazy stuff.
Don't get too bogged down by the total time the mission takes (easier said than done I know). The safe completion is all that matters. Whatever the time ends up being will likely stand as a world record for a long long time.
this ^^^
Damn the distance to go was getting close to 10k now with the new route back up to 11.5k, most pretty consistent club runners that's like 3+ years of their running volume left to do such a crazy challenge this, but loving following along
That Choco Tom biscuit is actually from Tunisia! No idea how it made it to the Congo. Maybe it was a sign that you will eventually make it 😉
The "In The Air Tonight" clip might be the best of the series so far. The little stuff is what makes this a great channel.
Man this guy came up on my instagram feed and it was an instant follow. What a LEGEND
Only just ? Been missin out my friend here since day 1 proper mission im hooked
Immediately switched to this yt video when it got posted
OH GOD IM GONNA CONSUUUUUME
Obviously 😂
23:09 True words, absolutely true. I'm concerned for you lads due to various things happening around you, but I have a strong believe in your teams ability to overcome this adversity. Russ you are an inspiration, as are Stan, Jarred and Harry. Be safe and ONWARDS!
The fact that this guy doesn't have AT LEAST a Million Subs on here is NUTS! Does nobody realize what he's done!? Appreciate you and your team russ! Keep it up!
Best biscuit review channel I've come across!
That drums scene rly got me :D Great vibes!
Stay safe boys! Watching these vlogs as soon as you post them. Cant wait to see you on the finish line whenever that is!
@ 8:22...I couldn't be more proud. If I can't be the hardest geezer, the next best thing would to share a first name. Gary!
These guys have a problem, they figure out the best course of action and they push on. Its fucking inspiring. 😊❤
Lol they didn't figure out much though
ignoring problems isn't inspiring
hmmmm they have actually been quite sh1t at the figuring out many parts of this. You dont leave passports in a box in the front in a van - you have them locked in a hidden safe in a Van. When robbed you tell the robbers passports are back in the hotel safe. You research rainy season and the chances of a non 4x4 being able to cross during rainy season are not great. You shouldnt leave a runner running without being in visual contact of the support vehicle in certain parts of Africa. (they shouldve planned from the beginning 1 x support vehicle being an offroad motorcycle (especially if attempting during wet season) . they dont know how they are going to cross into Tunisia (i saw them asking on a fbk post with Africa overlanders). Libya and Algeria southern borders are closed and there is limited 'non guided' travel in these countries. And Libya and Algerians southern borders also border some very difficult countries to get visas and drive through (Chad / Niger (recent coup although that has happened since they left)/ Mali (terrorist war zones in some parts) so unless they have some certain embassy officials from the UK talking to certain officials in the above countries its going to be unlikely they can cross (unless they get some super 'unplanned' luck) or are prepared to run to North Morocco / Ferry to Spain / run to Italy / Ferry to Tunisia. If I had the goal to be the first person to run the length off Africa i would try to minimise the 'winging as we go" element. Unforeseens will always happen but you manage them in a more prepared manner.
Harry is Garry for sure. Lovely lad he is! Spot on with Jarred being Patrick. 😂
Stans glasses bringing that harry potter energy
Thanks for the arachnophobia warning! Ever since you entered jungle I was a little nervous you would meet an 8-legged friend. Keep up the great work, lads, and best of luck with the obstacles in front of you!
10:21 The Snowman comment 🤣🤣👌
Power through Russ! It is a bloody hard task but if anyone can do it, it's you!
jeez guys please don't push things too hard. sending good thoughts for your foot and nelly
Love the music moment showing the whole gang.
Also shout out to his boys with him this shit would be super hard even if you weren’t running
Shout out to the editor for the spider warning
I love your mindset. Keep on pushing, lads!
Jam session in the van 10/10 feel good rating.
@24:40 Epic lol !!! Keep that ferocious feel fellas! Bang bang! Happy Yom Teruah! HalaluYaH! Shalom Bros!
Keep going Russ. The videos are the highlight of my week. ❤
*Russ runs multiple marathons*
“So how are you guys getting around?” 😂
What a team!! what you have to deal with is insane. Have loved the mindset check-ins, some really good words of advice, and also a reminder that Russ is human and deals with anxieties like we all do.
I hope perfect ted is paying well, because I am deffo gonna try one when I see one!
Love the videos boys. No need to hack up the wildlife though. Could have easily let the spider go. Keep going stomping!
Yeah I was a bit disappointed with that bit. They were outside and it was already out of the cooler
RIP Nellie... but I'm glad you guys have an actual plan of how to get through the interior/north of the ROC and southern cameroon, because im pretty sure thatll be the toughest part of the mission logistically, being so sparsely populated.
Who chooses the drum and bass for the backing music? So good. Dnb is best running music.
Also, YOU GUYS ARE THE BEST
Russ you are a total beast. Mad respect.
End Of Day Averages
Day 133: 37.89km
Day 134: 38.40km
Day 135: 38.20km
Distance this video: 140km OR 160km
Discrepancy alert!
Day 134 stated 48k on daily distance, but added 68k to the total distance.
Therefore i opted to continue with my standard method (total distance/days) and not have to correct every measurement from here on in.
Yes, keep it going boys, the editing and the Instagram up dates work really well. Hope you having a better time of it. ✊💥
Smashing the ones and twos…go on my Russ mate every day is progress
Think you lads could do with checking out the local barbers when you reach Brazzaville
Just shake the spider out of the box. No longer the hardest geezer 😂
The poor spider 😢
Just started watching and I absolutely love you guys🤣🤣🤣
What a team of legends, just keep on pushing. But damn what a cliffhanger as well
I love how he's talking about how great his body is at healing itself while eating junk food, lol!
Omg jared actually looks so similar to the snowman thats actuakky crazy
Lads you’re all head cases but I love it, hopefully it’s just the clutch with Nelly, wishing you all the best lads and the drumming scene was brilliant. 🫶🫡👏
Loved the snacks part!
My man is almost at one third let’s goooooo
Forruss & Lieutenant Stan! Lovin the deeper wisdom. Poor Nelly... Shit Happens...
Great video!
Also, Duvel, nice!
The Phil Collins scene is your best content yet
keep going you ginger legend if i could do this with you i would
Buttery biscuit base 😂 it needs more crunch haha
I really really hope you get your van fixed we don't want this mission to be a failure
Could you do a breakdown of your running form and why you choose to heelstrike
not much of a heel strike, more mid
No more ‘bang bang’s anymore :( that’s the catchphrases I miss the most. Absolutely hooked on this epic journey though. Push through lads ❤
I want a countdown to chaos at all times, just in life would be useful to know
Thank you for the trigger warning. Saved me a nights sleep.
Absolutely smashing it bro let's gooo
jared laughing 🤣🤣
Thank you so much for the arachnophobia warning 😂
Onward, keep pushing. Respect to you and your team.#Worldwrapperman
Keep smashing it mate
Been waiting for this all day gotta love ross cook keep stomping lad
24:26 was a great moment and definitely worth getting demonetized for.
Oh his name is russ cook,
He doesn’t do it by the book,
He’s strong, he’s ginger-ey
Oh he ain’t gonna end up with an injury
This won’t be a cruise, stopping out the 1’s and 2’s
When he gets to Tunisia get out the confetti,
But for now he’s gotta eat moms spaghetti
You are a gem!
The spaghetti bit I thought was funny… I was thinking it’s slang for grit and getting the work done! Aha :)
We need more biscuit reviews😂 and shame poor Nelly she’s been doing quite the trip hey!
get well soon Nelly
Yooo you guys are a frigin trip! This is prime entertainment!
6:30 needless killing of poor spider.
Yeah man just let the poor guy go about his business
As an African we believed this kind of act is a bad omen. I go to great lengths to save insects, animals and living things. Spiders are cool even though i have visions of some nasty spider bites on the necks of tourists. Tread lightly.
Honestly wtf was that about? Lost my respect massively.
@@tassko 100% agree. Insects are amazing...
All they had to do was move it out. Disappointed.
keep going russ and crew, on some history making shiiii rn, it will be worth the suc
love you guys man
when does he go back and review when he was kidnapped? I'm watching the "project africa series" playlist in order, that has 101 episodes.
He doesn't, he ended up on a podcast. Check that out.😊
Ice on it.
Heat on it.
Sleep with it elevated.
Sit with it elevated.
Wrap and tape it.
another banging episode! bang bang...
And you can haaaaaave it aaaalllll 🎶15:19
Go on son - inspiration
Why you gotta kill the spider tho?
Comment for the algorithm. What an amazing journey
Try to hoka to send you out the extra wide version of the same shoe
both "monkey on the menu" and "buttery biscuit base" could be tracks on the "ones and twos playlist"
You are a beast you ginger nutter!!! Awesome edit Stan
Gingers have a higher pain tolerance so he’s got this in the bag
Good luck bro
Absolute mad lad
Safe journey ladies
Has any human ever ran this many marathons in a row before?
Google says 101 days is the most consecutive marathons. Russ has definitely done more than that in Africa, I think he may have had a day off for the pissing blood incident? Very happy to be wrong as it would be great to see him break a world record
Sean Conway recently did 105 ironmans in 105 days
@@tompatrick1410they had to stop in Angola for 2 weeks because of the robbery
Yep, the record is over 600. It's the environment he's doing it in that's by far the most impressive/challenging
Candice Burt recently did 200 ultramarathons in 200 days! Not marathons but even more impressive
The least problematic Russell on the internet this weekend nnnn
Russell brand done nothing wrong.
These videos are next level!!
commenting for the engagement, love !!!
still going strong!!
The clutch is completely cooked. Should have stopped sooner now the gearbox might be messed up too. 😞
Well in lad 👍🏻
Where’d you get that chocotom from ? 😅 you really dream of reaching tunisia aren’t you ! Chocotom for life ❤😂