Gus Fraser is taking on quite the challenge – to set the Guinness World Record of “Fastest Marathon while DJing.” Fraser will attempt to run the London Marathon on April 12th and has a goal of raising £100,000 for Cancer Research UK.
Preparing for this record attempt has been no small task. Fraser has spent six months in negotiations with the Guinness World Records, working out the specific terms and conditions. The rules stipulate that he must complete the marathon in under five hours while DJing – a “tough” challenge, according to Fraser, as his DJ kit weighs a substantial 8kg.
Despite the added weight, Fraser…