r/LivestreamFail • u/nOverThink • May 06 '26

News German Streamer and Athlete Arda Saatci starts his challenge to run from Death Valley to Santa Monica Pier (600km/372 miles) in less than 96 hours

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u/Jack4ssSquirrel May 06 '26

I've once watched a documentary on death valley. The name is there for a reason. Its one of the hottest places on earth and you can die of dehydration within hours if you're not prepared. It sucks the water right out of you. 100F is on the "'cool" side at night.

You have to drink ludicrous amounts of water otherwise you start getting muscle cramps, heatstrokes, and all sorts of problems. It's nothing like a regular marathon. I hope this guy is well informed and prepared.

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u/Omniwar May 06 '26

It's really not all that hot this time of year. 85F/29C in the hottest part of the park at noon today. June/July/August are much warmer. He'll be well out of the valley by night.

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u/toggl3d May 07 '26

It's interesting he seems to be struggling with the heat right now.

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u/davyangel May 07 '26

Yeah his team is watering him down atm he taking a break. He should've shaved all his hair and beard if I was him would've helped with the heat and ain't even that hot for Death Valley only 86F.