Nailed it - gloriously gruesome and gruelling
I nailed it.Ten days to go
Thanks to great supporters I’ve cracked the $5k barrier and the sky is the limit.I’m fundraising to create a lasting impact
I’m fundraising to show what people with type 1 diabetes can do.
Back in 2013, I raised $20,000 by running six marathons in six days in the heat of Australia's Simpson desert.
In 2014, I set a new, bigger, goal to run ten ultra marathons in ten years.
I've completed nine of them. On 18 May I'll run the tenth.
The UTA Blue Mountains race is an ultra-challenging 100km long. A bit like living with type 1 it has highs and lows. After 99km the run finishes with a brutal last kilometre climb up the famous Furber steps (951 of them). I'll count every step and jelly bean to the finish line.
Every child diagnosed with type 1 can pursue their dreams if they get three things:
1. inspiration and a 'can do' attitude to exercise;
2. belief and support from great people like you; and
3. ongoing research into more advanced drugs, education and therapies
Every $1 donated to JDRF makes a difference.
PLEASE DONATE TO JDRF so they can keep help kids with type 1 reach their full potential.
Follow my story and share my progress on www.fitterforhavingit.com (or) Instagram
Ten grand makes a big impact, so let's see how far we can go this time. The more lots of $10k we get, the more impact we will have. Just like the race your support can keep going $10k... $20k... $30k... $40k... DONATE NOW!
My Achievements
Thank you to my Supporters
$2.64k
Anonymous
$1,000
Green Lane Advisory Pty Ltd
Getting off to a good start helps, but its the 951 steps up to the finish that count! You CAN do it
$263.75
The Slaters
Truly awesome, Duncs. I’m sure you will smash it 🙌
$263.75
Mum
Full of admiration for all your achievements. Love you loads!
$263.75
The Hadfield’s
What a goal, truly inspirational and slightly mad!
$263.75
Adam & Lizzie R
Go Duncs! Be very proud of your efforts and the cause.
$263.75
Dad
Great way to make a lasting impact. You make me so proud Xxx
$263.75
Jay Longville
Good luck legend!!
$260
Leone Mcentee
Well done Duncan - what you are doing is amazing!!
$260
Fresh Face Co. By Sallie
Go for it Duncan!!!!!!! I’ll spread the word!!!!! Are you happy for me to post you on my business instagram with a guide to your link? If not, all good…. I’ll spread the word by mouth. Awesome work!!!!! You are an absolute inspiration!!! Sallie😁
$251
Andersons
Great effort Duncs. Proud to be your mate.
$250
Stephen Baldwin
So awesome. I pledge to double this when you score your next 50 for Seaforth!
$208
Squadge L
All the best mate. You got this!! 💪
$156
Ben Cook
Go get em fella. You're a legend.
$117.11
Guy Reardon
When the going gets tough remember that we are with you mate! Enjoy every step - one after the other one after the other one. Smile as much as you can would be my advice!
$116.05
The Bijl’s
Outstanding effort Duncan! Sending big love with every stride from all the Bijl’s.
$110.78
David Sh-klewin
All very proud of you in the West particulary the growing KClan. There is a new member called Bill, he sends cheers & his support for your efforts in such a worthy cause. Go Dunc xx
$106.50
Chris And Stephanie Peskett
An amazing achievement with a brutal ending. The Gallipoli steps will seem a doddle after that!
$105.50
Sarah Cohen
$105.50
Clive Brown
$105.50
Lisa Goldsworthy
Excellent Duncan! Truly inspirational.
$105.50
Susannah
Amazing! Best of luck, and hope the weather gods are with you!
$105.50
Steve Hani
Good luck mate!! Such an inspiration and role model.
$105.50
Catherine Hanson
Wishing you all the best on thisincredible goa! you can do this - I know you can!!
$105.50
John Finlay
$105.50
Jennifer Read
GoBro! You’ll smash it. We’ll be with you every step of the way. Love you loads Jennifer, Eamonn and Osian xxx
$105.50
Jess Fisher
Good luck Duncan
$105.50
Stefan Mohr
Good luck. A really important cause!
$105.50
Jimmy And Goo
Good luck, mate. Inspirational as always. Looking forward to a post fun beer to hear all about it.
$105.50
Anna Town
Go Duncs! You are a bloody legend!!!
$105.50
Simon Pallant
Great work mate go hard
$105.50
Nick Gatehouse
Good luck Duncs
$105.50
Jono Mccauley
Very proud of my neighbour and friend. Go get ‘em Duncs!
$105.50
Anthony Molinia
$105.50
Nada Burke
A true inspiration! Go well!
$105.50
Andy And Carrie Cloke
Good luck Duncs you are amazing!
$105
Rebecca Wark
You’re an inspiration Duncan and such a. positive influence. Thanks for sharing your stories and for being out there running. Such a great cause - the fundraising, for diabetes awareness and for you. Thankyou.
$104
Matt Hoy
You’re a legend mate. An awesome inspiring achievement.
$104
The Burkett Family
Dave, Lindy, Zac and Sam are so proud of you Duncs. We are amazed at your endurance and so happy for you that you conquered the UTA100.
$100
Duncan Read
$100
Peta Gismondo
You're an inspiration, Duncan! Smash out those steps at the end :-)
$100
Joe Sheeran
Good luck Duncs!!
$100
Hails And Gidz
Best of luck
$95.10
Andy And Ollie White
Imagining you with a smile on your face at the top of the Furber steps, all 951 of them. Go well Dunc - you legend!
$55.50
Christian Martin
Extra tip of the hat for JC’s 22k’s
$55.50
The Eliases
Amazing what you are doing, thank you!
$55.50
Luke Miles
Well done mate, you’re a BEAST ❤️💪🙌
$55.50
The Mcfaddens
Wow- Incredible achievement Duncs. Such an amazing effort, you are a true inspiration. Well done.
$54
Nic Chamberlain
Incredible. Nothing but respect x
$52.75
Tim Curry
Awesome effort Duncs
$52.75
Catherine Rogers
$52.75
Ajit Shah
Awesome Duncan. You are truly amazing and great role model. A great cause. Good Luck.
$52.75
Kate Hoy
Go Dunc!! So inspired by you. Xx
$52.75
Sandy Bensted
We’re so impressed Duncan, an unbelievable achievement! Well done you.
$52.75
David Mcfadden
You inspire me Dunc’s. Good luck with the run. I know you will smash it.
$52.75
Nigel Kelley
Love you Dunc you’re an inspiration.
$52.75
Christian Martin
Incredible effort over 10 years. Well done Dunc
$52.75
Nicky Seaby
So inspiring Duncan!
$52.75
The Richmonds
Great cause, best of luck Duncan! You are truly amazing 🤩
$52
Claire Devlin
Well done !
$52
Andrew Pepar
Setting an example through your own actions really does spread belief through the diabetic community. Go well mate!
$52
Sarah Hough
You are truly inspiring Duncan, keep up your amazing work in raising awareness and being an incredible role model for people living with diabetes. All the best with your 10th Ultra marathon!
$50
Alana
Good luck Duncan! You are truly inspirational for everyone out there with T1D!
$50
Emma Skulander
Awesome Duncan - always so impressed by your efforts. Emma
$50
Ros Van Extel
In awe of what you’re doing!! Well done Duncan.
$31.65
Ben Larsson
Go hard my son, and may you live to 101…
$26.38
Claire Bigelow
Congratulations on your success to date and all the best on this campaign Duncan.
$26.38
Sep Zarrin
Good luck Duncan!
$26.38
Donna C
Go Duncan Go! Love your work. 😁🏃🏽👏🏽
$26.38
Sophie L
Make sure you pack enough jellybeans!
$26.38
Jamie Read
Go you good thing 💪👏🙌
$26.38
Curtis Willmott
Run hard Dunc’s!!! Stay on the pace mate. Inspiring stuff
$26.38
Diana Lowry
You are an inspiration and proof that our bodies are capable of achieving anything we put our resilient minds to. Good luck on the 18th I’m sure you’ll smash it!! Di 💪
$26.38
Brendan
Smash it Dunc.
$26.38
Jon Sitwell
Look forward to the 20 in 20…
$26
Samantha Oxenham
Good luck Duncan. You're a true inspiration! Cheers, Sam
$25
Leah Elks
Congratulations on your success
$21.10
Julia Clifford
Good luck Duncan! All the best Julia (friend of Jen)
$21
Anonymous
Don't stop running and inspiring those with T1D
$16
Vicars
Go for it duncs, do it for the shags! X
Smash it Duncs. Will be a super human effort.