THE CROSSING OF HOPE
The crossing
177 days and 7,600 kilometers is the challenge that GUY AMALFITANO, a one-legged athlete, will perform from May 14 to November 6, 2017, to give Hope and pay tribute to the one who always inspired him: TERRY FOX. It is with strength and courage that he has already carried out many actions to help cancer research which it has itself been achieved. After his 2 Tours of France, his participation in the Vertical of the Eiffel Tower, he embarks on his biggest Adventure and shares it with you! Guy Amalfitano will carry out the equivalent of a marathon every day, about 43 kilometers! It runs at an average speed of 8km / h with crutches specially designed for this purpose. Throughout the duration of his challenge, Guy will be accompanied and followed by a camper, led by 6 drivers who will take turns throughout the course, and who will also take care of taking photos and videos during the stages in order to be able to relay At best the event on the web. From Saint John to Vancouver, follow his Epic on this site and social networks. For the details of the steps he will take, click here.
Who is Guy Amalfitano
Guy Amalfitano is a one-legged athlete, a former Paralympic athlete, who started many years ago in sporting challenges that earned him several records in the Recors Guinness Book. He is working in parallel with his challenges at the Orthez City Council as an administrative agent serving public procurement. This allows him to adapt his schedule to be able to train and stay in condition. For more information about Guy Amalfitano, please visit "Profile".