Anaconda Gold Coast entries and Forster early-birds close on 27th July

Anaconda Gold Coast - 5th August

A reminder to all of you out there who haven't yet got around to entering Anaconda Gold Coast. Entries close next week on Friday 27th July. For those of you thinking of doing Anaconda Forster in NSW in September, jump in quickly to take advantage of the 2 for 1 offer brought to you by Queensland Regional Events Development Program.

Enter Anaconda Gold Coast here.

Anaconda Forster - 22nd-23rd September

Anaconda Forster competitors still waiting to dip their toes in the water should note that early bird entries have been extended to 27th July also ... it’s time to come out of hibernation and polish the rust off your favourite outdoor activity to bag the big one. Update your hard core cred by taking on the two-day-triumph or share the sweet swell of success in a relay-team and make this a weekend less ordinary!

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The first Forster course familiarisation is this weekend

The all new Anaconda Adventure Race course at Forster will be revealed this weekend. That’s right, it's been kept largely secret up until now with the course only shown to a few names in our little black book of contacts but this weekend is it: the newest adventure course in New South Wales is going on show and you’re invited.

The first course familiarisation session for the Anaconda Adventure Race at Forster is being held this weekend on Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st of July. Course familiarisation sessions are always a lot of fun; as well as being the ideal way to checkout the course for the race itself and to see which legs are toughest ...

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A call to action for all Junior Survivors on the Gold Coast

All the kids who did the Junior Survivor on the Gold Coast last year will tell you how much fun they had … what they don't know is what they’re in for this year… yes, we’ve changed the course! We’ve added obstacles, renewed adventures and built up the fun for a Junior Survivor that’s even bigger and better than last time!

That’s right everyone, there's a lot more fun to be had at this year’s event and we welcome you all to return to the Tugun Surf Club on August 4th at 4pm for the next episode of the Junior Survivor Challenge.

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Spirit Paddles & Surfcraft announced as Major Sponsor

Western Australian based Spirit Paddle Sports and Surfcraft announced as Major Sponsor of the Anaconda Adventure Races in Forster, Geographe Bay and Lorne. Alan Fernandes of Spirit Paddle Sports sees the alliance with the series as a great way to promote his brand and further promote the joys of paddling to the masses.

Spirit Paddle Sports was founded in 1993 by Surf Ski designer, builder and paddler, James Payne. Since its inception, Spirit Paddle Sports has become a major manufacturer and distributor of high quality fibreglass and super tough polyethylene surf skis ...

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Ozflyte - paddle leg sponsor at Anaconda Gold Coast

New to the Anaconda Adventure Race on the Gold Coast this year is Ozflyte Surfcraft and Skis. Ozflyte are proud to be the paddle leg sponsor and cater for all levels of paddler, from recreational to top level competitors.

Here are ten good reasons why Ozflyte Surfcraft and Skis are the right ski for you:

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2XU - Compression Technology That Isn’t Just Skin Deep

2XU (pronounced two times you) are once again proud to be one of the major sponsors of the Anaconda Adventure Race Series. Well known for their super fast wetsuits and sleek designed technical run and cycle wear and of course our very own Anaconda Adventure Race competitor shirts, 2XU also produce a range of compression garments.

The difference between 2XU Compression and other competitors lies with  their higher quality and technically superior fabric, winning the support of numerous sporting organisations, teams and individuals.

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Hammer Nutrition - Official Nutrition Sponsor

Hammer Nutrition is known world wide as not only the leading Endurance Nutrition Company, but also the leading information and advice provider on nutrition for endurance athletes.

Competitors can take advantage of Hammer Nutrition's advice free online at www.hammernutrition.com.au by following the links to the Free Fuelling Guide.  Competitors wanting additional free nutritional advice can take advantage of the expert suggestions of Steve Born - one of the world's leading nutrition advisors.

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Anaconda Forster: Athlete Profile - Krishna Stanton

41 year old Krishna Stanton has the running bug entrenched in her veins, a middle to long distance runner since the age of 10, Krish is a dual Olympian and a silver medal winner in the Marathon at the Commonwealth Games in Manchester 2002.

Krish is the latest recruit to enter the Anaconda Race at Forster (she’s a part of team Help Yourself), and has entered the event because she loves the area and wants to help make the new venture a success for the region.

Krish urges everyone to follow her lead, if you’re looking for a challenge, a goal, or just something new to train for, join in the excitement of an Anaconda Adventure Race ... click here for full story.

Snowy Hydro Upper Murray Challenge

Need a high quality race to prepare for Anaconda Lorne ? Or wanting more racing in the southern states after Anaconda Forster ? We've got the answer.

Conveniently sandwiched in the middle of the Anaconda Adventure Race National Series is the Snowy Hydro Upper Murray Challenge. We spoke with Race Director Pete Dikschei and asked him about his race. He had this to say: ”This year marks the 5th running of the Snowy Hydro Upper Murray Challenge which is developing a reputation ...

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Anaconda Gold Coast: Athlete Profile - Amanda Rankin

Looks like Anaconda Ashmore have an ace up their sleeve for this year’s Gold Coast race; Ashmore Club Ambassador is none other than Athens Olympian Amanda Rankin.

Amanda competed in the LK1 500m at the 2004 Athens Olympics, a clear sporting highlight for the Gold Coast local. Her vivid recollections of the event were the opening ceremony, the goose bumps she felt when on the starting line, and the crowd that was screaming so loud it was “awesome”.

Amanda’s weekly training sessions consist of 1 – 2 sessions a day of running, mountain biking or kayaking ... errr, did someone forget to tell Amanda there is a swim leg ?. Click here for full story.

Blackmores Mountain Man Tri Challenge - Sunday September 9th, 2007

The Annual Blackmores Mountain Man Tri Challenge will take place on Sunday September 9, 2007 and is the ideal lead up event to the Anaconda Adventure Race at Forster on September 22nd - 23rd.

The Mountain Man Tri Challenge, sees competitors bike, kayak and run around a challenging 42km course. It is a trial of skills very different to those seen in 'classical' triathlons but ideal for ‘The Anaconda’. Competitors have to battle a 22km bike ride over The Bucketts, they then tackle 11kms of challenging Barrington River rapids, and finally a 10km run along farm tracks below the Bucketts Mountains back into Gloucester District Park.  Click here for more details.

Boat Transport  from Melbourne or Sydney to Gold Coast

Rapid Ascent and iPaddle can help you get your boat to the Gold Coast for the race with the following trailers available to move your boats.

Yanda Nossiter from iPaddle will be taking a trailer of boats from Sydney to the Gold Coast and has space to take additional boats. To book a spot contact her on 0414 45 46 48 yanda@ipaddle.com.au ... exact price to be confirmed.

Rapid Ascent will be driving a trailer from Melbourne to the Gold Coast and have space for additional boats for $150 return. Boats will be delivered to TA’s and collected from the TA’s. Contact John to book a spot on 0408 035 261 or john@rapidascent.com.au

Torq Nutrition joins us for the Otway Odyssey in 2008

Torq Nutrition have developed a range of performance nutrition products through a need to offer the highest standard of support to the athletes they work with. Torq critically analyse every product on the market and take on board their best features – and then improve upon them – every little detail - without compromise. They ask their clients which types of products they prefer to use and continually develop and perfect their range. To check out what is on offer visit www.torqaustralia.com.au

Anaconda Elementary - 10 weeks (until Forster) to do it right

Rapid Ascent Race Director, notorious hard man and world champion adventure racer John Jacoby; gives apprentice adventure racing buffs the sure-fire download on setting and surpassing seemingly improbable goals.

"Exhilarating, scary and addictive – a carnival of the senses. There aren’t many things in life that give us the opportunity to test our inner strength and there are few undertakings that hold more allure than adventure racing. It provides a natural metaphor for challenging goals in all facets of life. The Anaconda Race is one of the few events in Australia that brings together world champions, Olympians, suburban families, politicians, millionaires, truck drivers and tree-huggers and melts them down. Like any true adventure, it strips the clothes off your character and opens you up to self inspection ... Click here for full story.

Ground Effect cycle clothing comes on board for the Otways

Ground Effect - ”No nonsense cycle clothing for hammering the single-track, leading the bunch, terrorising the city, or just hangin'. Conceived by cycle nuts, refined by style police and constructed in NZ from high-performance fabrics”.

In addition to their clothing range Ground Effect also have bike bags and hydration packs.To see what gear Ground Effect have for you, visit www.groundeffect.co.nz

Outer Edge Magazine the newest media partner for Rapid Ascent

This publication - which is on-sale bi-monthly - focuses on all things outdoors, from trekking in Mexico to carving the slopes of the Victorian Alpine region.

Of course there are also regular reports on adventure racing for us adrenaline-fueled adventure seekers, so look for the next edition on-sale early August. There will be subscriber prizes on offer to the competitors of the Anaconda Series and copies available at the expo. Visit www.outer-edge.com.au   ... Available at all Anaconda stores and through your local newsagent.