Libyan Challenge 2009

The Libyan Challenge is pleased to host the first American team to run in Libya. Closed to the United States for decades the relationship between Libya and the U.S. has improved dramatically in 2008. American runners' in this historic event will not only be the first from the U.S. to compete in one of the worlds most extreme adventure races, but will also make strides towards improved diplomatic relations. Running 120 miles along a centuries old camel caravan route, runners will be self-supported, carrying their own survival gear and a GPS for navigation. At the mercy of their own wilderness skills and the harsh environment of the Libyan Desert each runner will be tested to their limits.

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