Challenge Facts
James Cracknell is going to attempt this extreme challenge in the fastest time possible. If conditions are perfect, this could be in as little as seven days - setting a World Record that's extremely tough to beat. James will only be sleeping four hours a night in a mobile home and eating and drinking on the move.
The Challenge
I'm aiming to show how close Africa is to the UK by getting there in less than a week - rowing the channel, cycling down through France and Spain then swimming to North Africa. Africa is not a place on the other side of the world, as Lenny Henry said "This is your doorstep."
Travelling to Africa under my own steam has always been something that I wanted to do. The majority of the trip will be spent on a bike which is a great way to see any country.
Hopefully by challenging myself other people will sign up for one of the Sport Relief Miles, it is a great way to raise money for an amazing charity.
