Fluge Global Adventures » Europe http://www.flugeadventures.com Your portal to the zany adventures of Nick Fluge! Fri, 09 Sep 2011 22:25:59 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0 Prepping for London Marathon http://www.flugeadventures.com/2010/03/11/prepping-for-london-marathon/ http://www.flugeadventures.com/2010/03/11/prepping-for-london-marathon/#comments Thu, 11 Mar 2010 23:41:17 +0000 Fluge Support http://www.flugeadventures.com/?p=451

By Nicole Wright, FGA UK SPECIALIST, London, England

On April 25th , 30,000 runners will flood the streets of London, aiming to complete the grueling 26.2 miles that make up the world famous London Marathon. I will be somewhere in those thousands trying to make it to the end without needing to use one of the 500 stretchers that will be on hand to pick up those not quite so lucky to make it over the finish line.

Unlike some people who have a very clear aim of completing a marathon in their life time, I was adamant that a marathon was not for me. I like my 10km races, going fast, getting it over and done with, no hassle of hours of training and feet so sore that you can’t walk the next day. However, in the true spirit of adventure, (something I know Nick Fluge and his Global Adventure team understand well!), when a charity running place needed to be filled urgently I did not hesitate to sign myself up.

So now it is early morning runs before work, track and hill sessions after work and long weekend runs. Motivating myself to run 15 miles on a Sunday morning, a time usually designated to a long lie in or a cosy brunch with friends, is hard I can’t deny it. However, surprisingly I have found myself enjoying all of this, feeling satisfied when I have already completed a long run when the rest of the world is only just waking up.

So in less than 2 months I will be putting all my training to the test and be proudly taking part in the 29th London Marathon, running as part of the UK Youth charity team, raising funds to help disadvantaged young people throughout the UK. Reading Nick’s account of his Portland Marathon experience I know that it is not going to be an easy experience, but where would the fun be in that anyway? I know that I can do this and I look forward to letting you know how it all goes!

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picture of Nice

Without the FGA team to guide him, Nick has made his way to the south of France to expose himself to the world of art.  Fresh from securing his 2nd straight Sports Car Club of America road racing Championship trophy in November, Fluge flew directly to the south of France to begin a month of work on various projects that would 'expose' him to the world of art.  Renting a small place in Antibes, near Nice and where the masters like like Van Gogh, Picasso, Dali, and Chagall worked  - Fluge set up 'shop' so to speak for the month of December.


Fluge has long proclaimed himself devoid of artistic talent.  However, like some of his other mini-adventures, he decided to immerse himself into the art and culture of Provence to see what result he could emerge with in 2009.  His first foray was in the world of ceramics working for an intense several long days under the tutelage of Pascal Pontet, owner of Ceramic Crea in Antibes.  No doubt Pascal was confused by Nick's questionable French and even more so by his questionable ceramic talents, but she did allow for words like charming and unique in describing Fluge and his work.

Nick sitting doing ceramic
Nick mimicking Picasso and Chagall with ceramic work

Next, Fluge began a several week journey in the world of oil painting on canvass.  Here he travels to Nice each day to work with the well known regional artist Benoist Chapel.  Again, a great teacher for FGA's adventurer, but Fluge's work appears challenging at best.  (More vague terms have been used to describe him but with another week in oil, we will see…………………..).

Nick standing with painting
Half way through another FGA Masterpiece

Finally, Fluge has begun a week long study in the world of glass blowing in the ancient famed town of Biot.  Famed for the small bubbles (carbonic) that lie in the glass, Fluge is working at the very building (and in front of the public) that first brought 'Biot Glass' to the world.

Fluge with Master Glass Maker looking on
Fluge with Master Glass Maker looking on

Stay tuned for a possible showing of humble Fluge works from his "December Period" in early 2009 (assuming the French government allows for transportations of genuine art from their adopted son – Fluge).

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The teams returned home after successful trips to the United Kingdom, France, and Nepal. Everest Base Camp was conquered, the Loch Ness prepared for 08, UK haunted castles were 'at the ready', and the French Alps easily handled. Stay tuned for more adventure in 2008.

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Both teams began their hiking portions of the October adventures this last week. Team One traveled from Scotland to the south of France and undertook day climbs into the French Alps. Caesar himself witnessed these mountains when he and his Roman army tackled Gaul 2000 years ago. The beauty is overwhelming. The experience is beyond exciting.

Team Two began with a short flight to the landing strip in Lukla, Nepal. They saw great views of the Himalayas. The first day was an easy walk – but it quickly became more strenuous taking the team to the celebrated village of Namche Bazaar at over 11,000 feet. The team visited the Sherpa museum and local marketplace then continued their climb to the Thame monastery. Views from here included the great Himalayan peaks of Kwangde, Tawachee, Nuptse, Lhotse, and Everest. Everest base camp was the destination of our Trekking team and they found many kindred spirits waiting for a weather break to tackle the summit or to return to Gorak Shep and then Kathmandu.

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FGA Team One arrived successfully in Inverness, Scottish Highlands, and immediately began their foray into Ness exploration ships, single malt distilleries, and haunted castles. Given little time on leg one, but motivated by a thirst for exploration, the team met a host of unique people and will be bringing a number of ‘08 ideas back to the states when they return at the end of the month.

FGA Team Two also arrived successfully in Kathmandu, Nepal and checked into the renowned Yak and Yeti hotel, a cornerstone of the Kathmandu scene. The first goal of our trekkers was an exploration of the city. Kathmandu is a sacred city to both Hindus and Buddhists. Everest lies ahead.

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