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British Team Smash Records in Patagonia

Tuesday, February 16th, 2010

The Wenger Patagonia Expedition Race is not over, but is won. 14 teams raced across the baron wastes of some of the most in hospitable terrain on earth in Chilean Patagonia. The race still continues for 8 teams who battle the elements to finish before the 17th February cut off point.

The British team lead by Nicola MacLeod took six and half days to cross almost 600km on Kayak, mountain bike and Trekking. They lead from early on in the race and continued to push through and increase their lead as they showed the endurance, courage and determination that the race demands.

With a 30% finish rate last year, it was no surprise this year when another British team dropped out just after the half way point due to health issues in the team. It was not long before 4 more teams dropped out of the race due to health and exhaustion. Race organisers claim tho however that to even reach half way is a massive accomplishment.

Well done to the British team HELLY HANSEN-PRUNESCO!!

For more information visit; http://www.patagonianexpeditionrace.com/index.php

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The Race at the End of the Earth

Friday, February 12th, 2010

A race which encompasses navigation, trekking, mountain biking, paddling and climbing is always going to be more than a test of skill. For the brave participants in this years Wenger Patagonian Expedition Race every ounce of strength, determination and grit will be needed to finish this epic adventure.

On the 10th February this year, the teams started out from PRIMERA ANGOSTURA, Chile. The first of 18 legs was meant to start on sea kayaks. However, was cancelled due to extreme winds.

All 14 teams have been through extensive training and a rigourous selection process before taking part in this battle within one of the harshest places on earth. Some times teams will go hundreds of KM with out seeing a single soul.

When talking about the race this year, race organisers were quick to reassure the press that this year will be full of new challenges; ‘The land is diverse, the challenge real, the adventure untamed’.

For more information on the race go to; http://www.patagonianexpeditionrace.com/

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10 Days until the Wenger Patagonian Expedition Race

Tuesday, January 26th, 2010

The 2010 Wenger Patagonian Expedition Race is almost upon us. As I write, there’s only 10 days and 17 hours until an international team of competitors begin their traverse of the stunning Patagonian wilderness. Over the last seven races adventurers have covered over 4500 kilometres by trekking, climbing, kayaking and mountain biking.

The terrain is harsh, participants will have to cover plains, mountains, glaciers, native forests, swampland, rivers, lakes and channels, with competitors rarely seeing another soul for 100s of kilometres at a time.

The main flavour of the expedition is a sense of adventure and exploration. Covering the untouched wilderness with nothing more than a bit of kit, experience and stamina, the expedition is an authentic challenge.

Race organisers also emphasise the environmental motivations behind the race, highlighting the fragility of the giant Patagonian wilderness. It is their firm belief that ‘Public awareness lies at the heart of any conservation movement’.

Check out beouthere.com for the latest adventure race updates, alternatively visit http://www.patagonianexpeditionrace.com

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