Adventure racing (12 articles)
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Timex Bodylink tracks 1310 miles in Endurance 50 challenge
50 marathons in 50 days, all captured with Timex Bodylink 6 November 2006 14:19 GMT TweetUltramarathon runner Dean Karnazes' challenge to run 50 marathons in 50 states in 50 days was completed yesterday when he crossed the finish line of the ING New York City Marathon. Wearing the Timex Ironman Triathlon Bodylink System in all 50 races, Timex...
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Blacks Vertigo rucksack review
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Want a bag without spending the earth? We see if Blacks has the answer
4 September 2006 11:02 GMT TweetIf you're not ready to show the world that you're carrying a very expensive laptop, then a rucksack is the way to go. There are of course plenty of rucksacks out there from a number of different manufacturers to suit most needs.
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Wanted: Would-be explorers for extraordinary Polar expedition
Arctic explorer launches hunt for new volunteers to make up Great British team 1 September 2006 15:24 GMT TweetA call for volunteers to undergo intensive and comprehensive Arctic training using Sir Ernest Shackleton's advertisement of 1912 has been issued by seasoned explorer, Jim McNeill, for the Ice Warrior Expedition February/April 2008.
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The City Chase urban adventure race
Challenge yourself through the streets of London 30 August 2006 10:12 GMT TweetThe City Chase is a unique urban adventure that requires participants to exhibit teamwork, resourcefulness and determination as they search for “ChasePoints” in unknown locations around the city. After only two seasons The City Chase is already the largest...
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Casio Pro Trek and Sea Pathfinder watches
More gadgetry than Bond would want 31 July 2006 10:31 GMT TweetSolar power, triple sensor PRO TREK: This new edition to the PRO TREK range is an essential piece of equipment for those who love the outdoors or have an interest in outdoor pursuits. This watch is powered by a tough solar power system which eliminates...
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Rat Race returns to the streets
Ultimate urban race returns 24 May 2006 16:49 GMT TweetThe Rat Race Urban Adventure, supported by Columbia Sportswear, is set to take the UK’s cities by storm this year as it hits the streets of Bristol, Edinburgh and Manchester with hundreds of urban adventure racers running, jumping, climbing and abseiling...
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Camelbak HydroBak hydration pack review
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If you are in to exercising, then you'll know how important it is to get good hydration
12 March 2006 1:01 GMT
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If you are in to exercising, then you'll know how important it is to get good hydration so you don't basically pass out on the run, bike or whatever you are doing.
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Unique and exciting adventure travel magazine launched
Adventure Journey is an online travel magazine like none you’ve read before. Leave luxury Caribbean cruises and five-star Parisian hotels to the rest 31 January 2006 14:23 GMT TweetAdventure Journey is an online travel magazine like none you've read before. Leave luxury Caribbean cruises and five-star Parisian hotels to the rest — you won't find those cookie-cutter trips here. Instead, you'll discover incredible adventure woven...
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Tough Guy: can you handle the challenge?
Sunday 29th January sees the winter Tough Guy race which consists of a gruelling cross-country run, followed by the world’s largest and longest assault course. 22 January 2006 20:58 GMT TweetSunday 29th January sees the winter Tough Guy race held on a remote farm in Staffordshire, run by the eccentric “Mr Mouse”. There are two Tough Guy events each year, one in winter and one in summer, which consist of a gruelling cross-country run, followed...
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Tribal Games - Are YOU up to the challenge of a lifetime?
TV search for the fittest, boldest male adventurers 20 January 2006 15:00 GMT TweetBBC Television is looking for the fittest, boldest male adventurers to compete in eight of the most challenging competitions in the macho world of tribal sport, for a new documentary series called Tribal Games, where believe it or not, six extremely fit,...
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Salomon steps up a gear with three new adventure shoes
Salomon has launched it 2006 series of adventure trainers with three new models geared at letting you run faster; the Trail Pro SCS, the Speed Cross and the XA Pro 3Ds 17 January 2006 10:22 GMT TweetSalomon has launched it 2006 series of adventure trainers with three new models geared at letting you run faster; the Trail Pro SCS, the Speed Cross and the XA Pro 3Ds.
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Wilderness ARC opens entries for 2006 event
Wilderness ARC opened its doors on 10 January for entries into its 2006 event; the second race also constitutes the UK’s only Adventure Racing World Championship qualifying event 16 January 2006 14:58 GMT TweetWilderness ARC opened its doors on 10 January for entries into its 2006 event; the second race also constitutes the UK's only Adventure Racing World Championship qualifying event and has been selected to become the Adventure Racing World Championships...