jediyves Posted February 24, 2013 Share Posted February 24, 2013 For months, I have been training on my off hours. It's now or never...... Over the past few years, we have had troopers who ran marathons, and walked across mixed terrains (Down under!). Inspired by a Scout Trooper and a Tie Fighter Pilot from Garrison Titan, I have decided to participate in Vancouver's one and only stair climb challenge, to climb the stairs of a 48 storey high building in full Sandtrooper Armor. The purpose of this climb is to bring lung health awareness and raise money for Lung Health care. This event hits home a bit, because I use to have Asthma when I was a kid. Had to sit out once in a while during PE lessons. I don't know how the Asthma went away, or maybe it never did, but I started running a lot when I was in high school, then trail running, then stair climbing, then rock climbing.......one active thing lead to another. Firefighters and civilians have been participating in this event for the past 12 years. Fire fighters climb these stairs in full oxygen tanks and masks on; some stair climbers dress up as a their team mascots. Put those two together, I figured I would represent the Charitable Empire. Where: Sheraton Wall Center Hotel, Vancouver, BC What: Support the stair climbers who are raising money for the BC Lung association When: March 3rd 2013 Event video: So here I am, less than a week away, squeezing as many stair climbing sessions as I can. If you want to help a fellow TD out, visit the donation page, proceeds goes towards Lung Health via The BC Lung Association. http://climbthewall2...ogid=6528697626 **New** The facebook event page http://www.facebook.com/events/600836633267267/# This is the building I am climbing: Onward and Upwards! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Versku Posted February 24, 2013 Share Posted February 24, 2013 Wow this is great ! Best of luck to you on the challenge ahead. Hope there's a truck load of towels when u reach the top ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE TROOPER Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 Yea and make sure to put some fresh batteries in that bucket for the fans. Awesome bro. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jediyves Posted February 25, 2013 Author Share Posted February 25, 2013 Thanks guys. And yeah, I've ordered a new set of squirel fans with turbo power. T- minus 7 days Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inglorious trooper Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 thats brilliant !!!! good luck mate! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rolf Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 Top cool, wild and crazy at the same time. I like it. Good luck trooper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sir david Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 AWESOME STUFF BUDDY! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trooper1 Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 Yeah good luck my friend! You can do it! Just be sure to check all the pinch points and pad where necessary! Lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jediyves Posted February 26, 2013 Author Share Posted February 26, 2013 Thanks people. The funny thing is, I am a lot more comfortable climbing in armor, because I am focusing on smaller steps and faster pace, unlike when I am not in armor, I tend to leap 3 steps, sprint the first 9 floors and run out of energy too early. The game right now is to survive the climb and hopefully make it to top 10. The Firefighters probably out run me with their oxygen tank on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Versku Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 We're all behind you. And if I was there, I would mean that literally ! Lol post up some pix after ur achievement dude :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smally Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 All the best bro. It's going to be hard work, but dig deep and keep thinking of why you're there, that'll get you through it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jediyves Posted February 27, 2013 Author Share Posted February 27, 2013 Heads up guys, After speaking to the organizers, I won't be wearing the Sandtrooper pack during the climb, due to safety reasons. Other climbers might be right next to me. However I will keep the pack on when I do push ups in the lobby. Still climbing in armor. The challenge is still there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Versku Posted February 27, 2013 Share Posted February 27, 2013 It'll be no less an achievement sir. Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pandatrooper Posted March 1, 2013 Share Posted March 1, 2013 Once you are at the top, walk back down and man your post. Yves is easily the most physically active trooper in our squad, proud that he has taken on this challenge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jediyves Posted March 1, 2013 Author Share Posted March 1, 2013 Thanks Terry.........yeah, walking back down is going so swwwweeeet my body will love it........ This is what I'm studying on my recovery days. This guy made it up to the 48th floor under 5 minutes. I know right now I can hit the top of the apartment in 8 minutes, but I am going to push it to 7. 3 more days left. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smally Posted March 1, 2013 Share Posted March 1, 2013 ^^ Man, my legs were burning just watching that! ^^ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCRIBBLER Posted March 1, 2013 Share Posted March 1, 2013 Very cool! TDs get all the 'easy' assignments, no? lol Good luck! We're all behind you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inglorious trooper Posted March 1, 2013 Share Posted March 1, 2013 to be honest i didnt think you would be wearing your pack anyway! i think you will have enough to contend with,really looking forward to seeing some pics of you at the top.i bet your lid will be full of sweat lol again good luck,your doing the M.E.P.D. proud whatever time you do it in! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE TROOPER Posted March 2, 2013 Share Posted March 2, 2013 All the best Yves. DA MAN !!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sidewalker Posted March 2, 2013 Share Posted March 2, 2013 You can do it buddy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jediyves Posted March 3, 2013 Author Share Posted March 3, 2013 Thanks guys! Last minute modification: Added some foam pads on all the edges. No I can really sprint...... 12 hours remaining.......had my pasta and spinach, now off to bed. 0800 PST check in, 0915 CLIMB! See you when I come back! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Versku Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 Good idea ! God speed sir ! The Empire is with you ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vf2112 Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 All iyes on on you bro No pressure Good luck trooper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smally Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 Let us know how it went! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jediyves Posted March 4, 2013 Author Share Posted March 4, 2013 I'm still here, don't worry. All my body parts are functioning at 110%. Mission Report Coming soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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