Iranian Runner in Bayou City as part of World Record Attempt
Runner Attempting to Break Current World Record for Longest Solo Run Around the Perimeter of the Continental U.S. Arrives at Houston on September 1, 2007
Houston, TX – August 29, 2007-- Iranian Reza Baluchi is attempting to break a current world record for longest, solo run around the perimeter of the continental U.S. which is 10,608 miles in 9 months. Reza hopes to finish that run in 6 to 7 months. This means running an average of 50 -60 miles a day. Reza started on June 17 in Central Park, New York City. His run will take him from New York City down around the southern perimeter of the U.S., up the west coast then around the northern U.S. perimeter. Reza will then finalize his run, and finish in New York City. He is also running to raise money for The Children’s Hospital in Denver, Colorado.
Upon leaving Iran, Reza set out to bicycle around the world with a message of peace. After a 7-year ride, he ended up in the United States where he was granted political asylum. He hopped off his bike and laced up some running shoes. Still trailing the banner of peace, he ran 3,720 miles from L.A. to New York City to witness the memorial ceremony of the September 11 crashes and honor the victims of those tragedies. Moved to tears by the sights and sounds of the day as well as the message of peace he had carried worldwide, Reza completed his journey.
To cap off his experience, he presented a check for $28,000 to the Children’s Aid Society. A portion of the money was composed of donations from the generous Iranian-American community and others moved by his story and message.
Reza will arrive at Houston on Saturday, September 1, 2007. He will be greeted by the Iranian-American community in Houston at Bijan Restaurant (5922 Hilcroft Street - @ SW Freeway, Houston, TX 77036) at 1:00 p.m. Reza will need ample financial and moral support to achieve his goals of a world record, spreading his message of peace and helping the children. His expenses total around $200+/day which include food, gas and maintenance of the RV following him, communication, and physical check-ups. Monetary donations can be paid through Pay Pal on his website or be wired to the following account information:
Citibank, N.A.
111 Wall Street
New York, NY 10043
ABA Number: 021-000-089
FBO: Charles Schwab & Co., Inc.
Account Number: 4055-3953
For the Account of: Run With Reza, LLC
Account Number: 3170-9829
Reza hopes to inspire people across world that face difficult times and inspire people to strive to reach challenging goals. For information, please visit www.runwithreza.org.
Houston, TX – August 29, 2007-- Iranian Reza Baluchi is attempting to break a current world record for longest, solo run around the perimeter of the continental U.S. which is 10,608 miles in 9 months. Reza hopes to finish that run in 6 to 7 months. This means running an average of 50 -60 miles a day. Reza started on June 17 in Central Park, New York City. His run will take him from New York City down around the southern perimeter of the U.S., up the west coast then around the northern U.S. perimeter. Reza will then finalize his run, and finish in New York City. He is also running to raise money for The Children’s Hospital in Denver, Colorado.
Upon leaving Iran, Reza set out to bicycle around the world with a message of peace. After a 7-year ride, he ended up in the United States where he was granted political asylum. He hopped off his bike and laced up some running shoes. Still trailing the banner of peace, he ran 3,720 miles from L.A. to New York City to witness the memorial ceremony of the September 11 crashes and honor the victims of those tragedies. Moved to tears by the sights and sounds of the day as well as the message of peace he had carried worldwide, Reza completed his journey.
To cap off his experience, he presented a check for $28,000 to the Children’s Aid Society. A portion of the money was composed of donations from the generous Iranian-American community and others moved by his story and message.
Reza will arrive at Houston on Saturday, September 1, 2007. He will be greeted by the Iranian-American community in Houston at Bijan Restaurant (5922 Hilcroft Street - @ SW Freeway, Houston, TX 77036) at 1:00 p.m. Reza will need ample financial and moral support to achieve his goals of a world record, spreading his message of peace and helping the children. His expenses total around $200+/day which include food, gas and maintenance of the RV following him, communication, and physical check-ups. Monetary donations can be paid through Pay Pal on his website or be wired to the following account information:
Citibank, N.A.
111 Wall Street
New York, NY 10043
ABA Number: 021-000-089
FBO: Charles Schwab & Co., Inc.
Account Number: 4055-3953
For the Account of: Run With Reza, LLC
Account Number: 3170-9829
Reza hopes to inspire people across world that face difficult times and inspire people to strive to reach challenging goals. For information, please visit www.runwithreza.org.
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