racer , which begins six-day , is the equivalent of five consecutive marathons . Racers must carry in backpacks all the food they need for the May 17 competition . After previous desert event , racer says all else in his life seemed relatively easy . 68-year-old helicopter flying record setter is the oldest female South Africa Footrace .
Footrace , which begins May 17 , is the equivalent of five consecutive marathons . Racers must carry in backpacks all the food they need for the six-day competition . After previous desert event , racer says all else in his life seemed relatively easy . 68-year-old helicopter flying record setter is the oldest female Namibia racer .