Ahead of schedule

It was my intention at the start of the year to be able to walk 30 km in a day by the end of this year. From only being able to cover 1 km originally it is quite easy to understand the scepticism I originally received.

With full rucksack including fluids and food... about 13 kg, I have already managed 30.5 km. So my next plan is to ramp up the distance to 35 km though adding the bit on the end is more difficult when such a distance is being covered in total.

If anyone in internet land has ideas on how to convert OS map coordinates to GPS coordinates I would be very thankful. Though sorry to say no moneys will be coming from me as the cost of the gear is already making quite a dent. Plus this is for charity so you can be happy in the comfort that "YOU" have helped make the trip possible.

Any comments or questions much appreciated.

Many thanks to my mother Judy who helped me further decrease bag weight for next year. 16 to 12 kilo.
It is surprisingly difficult when you have to have everything to keep yourself alive for 4 months and limit the weight in order that it can be carried 1200 miles.

Thanks for the advice.

One of the difficult things regarding doing such a long walk is taking into account everything else that needs to be considered. Especially doing the walk solo and unsupported means that all the logistics and planning need to be accounted for early on.

Everyone wishing to undertake a similar trip should be warned that you must be selective about the advise you accept as some will gladly give suggestions when they in fact don't know too much. Similar to someone I will keep anonymous has suggested taking a can opener. Nice idea however a can of food will way approximately 400g where as packet foods of similar calorie values will weigh only 100g. Their main understanding coming from a Bronze Award in the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme where the greatest challenge is planning a 2 day, 1 night trip with full support.

Best source of information will usually be from people who have tried and failed as well as those who have tried and succeeded. It is however difficult to get information from those who failed maybe due to shame or embarrassment.