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March 17, 2009March 16, 2009

hike or bike length of New Zealand

Love in a Tent comments on a New Zealand government plan to draw even more outdoor enthusiasts to that fantastic country.

… New Zealand’s Prime Minister, John Key, held a “job summit” to try to find ways to save jobs during this global recession. He gathered together a bunch of business and labour leaders to see if a day of brainstorming could produce a miracle solution.

While many ideas were bounced around, one of the ones that seems to have really caught the PM’s attention is a proposal to build a cycleway the entire length of New Zealand. This would become a major tourist draw, and help to boost falling visitor numbers. It would also create jobs building the trail, which was estimated to cost around $50 million. (Sounds low to me.) …

Love in a Tent – Cycling to Save the NZ Economy?

nz-hike Love in a Tent advises that New Zealand not neglect the Te Araroa tramping trail. That’s 3,000km of gorgeous Kiwi walking. Volunteers are hoping to officially open it in late 2010. (One reason I’m planning to tramp New Zealand in 2011.)

The Te Araroa Trust posted a response March 14th. An interesting point of view: The Pedal Corridor

Personally, I’m happy to do the best parts of both routes. Hiking. And biking.

March 11, 2009

bring on the Queen of Pain

It was just announced that World 24 hour Mountain Bike Champion Rebecca Rusch and Furnace 508 Champion Michael Emde will compete at Adventure Sports Week 2009.

“We’re thrilled to have stars the caliber of Rebecca and Michael racing with us,” said organizer Dave Adlard.

Rebecca, nicknamed “the Queen of Pain,” will be competing in multiple events, including the Mad Dash 8 hour mountain bike ride, the “It’s Only a Fleshwound” orienteering event, and the Crux and the Crucible Adventure race.

RebeccaRusch.com - <a href="http://www.rebeccarusch.com/gallery.htm">more photos</a> — RebeccaRusch.com - more photos

Michael Emde, the defending champion of the Furnace 508 bike race will also be riding in the Mad Dash. The Furnace 508 is widely acclaimed as the world’s toughest single day event, as the racers ride 508 miles through Death Valley in the summer, with over 30,000 feet of elevation.

<a href="http://www.emdesports.com/profiles/profile_michael_emde.htm">Emde Sports</a> — Emde Sports

Adventure Sports Week is a 10 day long festival of 24 outdoor races, contests, clinics and social events taking place at Farragut State Park, 30 miles north of Coeur d’ Alene, Idaho, June 5—14, 2009.

official website – Adventure Sports Week

March 5, 2009

10 Days, 24 Races, 1 Big Party!

The latest update on my Adventure Racing Team’s BIG event for 2009.

Adventure Sports Week is a 10 day long festival of 24 outdoor races, contests, clinics and social events taking place at Farragut State Park, 30 miles north of Coeur d’ Alene, Idaho, June 5—14, 2009.

The motto of this year’s event is “10 Days, 24 Races, 1 Big Party!” and the organizers and the surrounding communities are working hard to make that a reality. …

larger original – flickr

Local hospitality is only one of the things racers should expect at ASW 2009:

“We’re actually pretty pleased with how the many races are shaping up,” said event director Dave Adlard. “The
courses have all been set, and we’ve had marvelous response from celebrity and pro athletes including Ian Adamson, Mike Kloser, Rebecca Rusch, Robyn Benincasa and even Ultramarathon Man Dean Karnazes. I think between the festive atmosphere, great awards and gear and the amazing scenery, this is going to be one of the highlight events on the national racing calendar.”

Adventure Sports Week was also recognized in the recent National Geographic “Adventure” Magazine as one of the
top racing events in the US.

Online registration is now open at www.adventuresportsweek.com for all races.

February 17, 2009February 14, 2009

mountain bike vs Renault downhill

I love the British TV show Top Gear.

Always terrifically entertaining. In this clip one of their drivers races a Renault Clio against a downhill mountain bike racer in an ancient cobblestone street village.

Hilarious.

(via The Adventure Channel)

February 15, 2009

who stole Lance Armstrong’s bike?

They are going to get caught.

From Lance:

There is only one like it in the world therefore hard to pawn it off. Reward being offered.

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February 11, 2009

Adventure Sports Week 2009

New website for our big Adventure Race in Idaho – AdventureSportsWeek.com

From June 5—14, 2009, Farragut State Park, located just north of beautiful Coeur d’ Alene, Idaho, will host 24 different races and contests for outdoor enthusiasts and athletes of all ages and abilities!

With activities ranging from 4 & 8 hour mountain bike races to an orienteering meet, the official XTERRA Northwest Cup race, a Duathlon, 6 trail runs ranging in distance from 6k to 50 miles, five different adventure races (including one especially for kids!), a distance swim, a paddling event and many more, we’ve got something to satisfy the whole family!

Over 1000 athletes are expected to participate, and we want you to be a part of one of the USA’s largest outdoor festivals!

BestHike.com will be there.

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official website – AdventureSportsWeek.com

January 14, 2009

bike tent combo

Another odd idea.

… According to Topeak, the Bikamper ‘is a personal shelter that utilizes a 26″ mountain or 700c road front wheel in place of tent poles.’ The tent and the fly fold down into tiny 10.2″ x 5.5″ pack, weighing in at 3.59 lbs. …

bikamper

Uncooped – campergirl – The Bikamper: A good idea?

November 24, 2008

VholdR – wearable sport camcorder

I’m looking at options for recording adventure racing events.

This would work.

VholdR Wearable Camcorder (Black) ($330)

Leave a comment if you have any other recommendations.

“Waterproof” (or water resistance) is a big selling point. Here is the VholdR being used on a Jetski.

November 21, 2008

Adventure Week 2009 Idaho

My buddy Dave Adlard is a master organizer of big events.

He’s putting together the biggest new Adventure Race anywhere!

Adventure Week is schedule to take place June 5th – 14th, 2009 at Farragut State Park, just 30 miles outside of Coeur d’Alene. The jam-packed schedule will include a number of amazing races, including triathlons, mountain biking, and adventure races. There will also be orienteering competitions, mountain treks, and even disc golf tournaments. And endurance athletes are not going to want to miss “The Crux and The Crucible“, two demanding and rewarding adventure races that will push teams to the limits.

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