Hot ZOOT wetsuit deals at Lorne - hire, demo and new suits available

ZOOT will have a full range of multi-sport gear as well as wetsuits available at the Lorne Anaconda Adventure Race at greatly reduced prices. So come with a full wallet and take advantage of their sports apparel range - with all purchases over the value of $100 you will receive a FREE pair of Zoot Running Socks valued at $25! Do you have a wetsuit for the race? They will be hiring suits for just $75. Let Rapid Ascent know by emailing info@rapidascent.com.au. to secure the right size. Or consider taking advantage of their fantastic deal on demo wetsuits at the event - 50% off and starting at $190. …... {Click here for full story.}

KEEN Ridgeline Recommended shoe for the Anaconda Adventure Race

The KEEN Ridgeline is recommended for those that take their off-road running seriously and are highly suitable for the Anaconda Adventure Race. It performs exceptionally well across varied terrain and is a highly breathable and lightweight runner. It has a soft flex TPU stone bruising plate to guard feet against rocks on the trail. ... {Click here for full story.}

Anaconda Adventure Race National Series final showdown at Lorne this Sunday – Australia vs New Zealand

The four event Anaconda Adventure Race National Series has come down to an exciting showdown this weekend where top placed Jarad Kohlar from Victoria is set to race against New Zealand’s powerhouse and former Olympian, Richard Ussher in a final face off that will settle the series. ... {Click here for full story.}

Anaconda Adventure Race Lorne - Four years on and nine individuals still left standing

The upcoming Anaconda Adventure in Lorne on December 7th will be the fourth year the race is held, in this spectacular location along the Great Ocean road. We here at Rapid Ascent are proud to bring you the fourth instalment of what has been an amazing four years of adventure racing  ...{Click here for full story.}

Nurture your mind, body and soul with a visit to a Parks Victoria park today

Parks Victoria manages almost 4 million hectares of parks for you to explore, many not far from Lorne such as the Great Otway National Park. The Great Otway National Park is celebrated for its breathtaking views with a great range of walks, waterfalls, spectacular coastal lookouts and stunning ancient rainforest. Parks Victoria also manages Marine National Parks and Sanctuaries. Point Addis Marine National Park covers 10 kilometres of coastline between Anglesea and Jan Juc. This Marine National Park is famous for its waves and surfing and has some spectacular diving. Be amazed by the life protected in the water. Stroll the shore, ramble rock pools, go diving or catch a wave.  ... {Click here for full story.}

Have-A-Go! with Tanita and get to know your body better!

Tanita are new sponsors of the Anaconda Adventure Race in Lorne and are embracing the event by also being the Mountain Bike Leg sponsors. Its a great product and were fortunate to have them on board  drop by their tent at the expo for a free measure and a free micro fibre gym towel! .  ... {Click here for full story.}

Introducing the ultimate in sock performance and new sponsors of the Anaconda Adventure Race in Lorne - Feetures!

"Feetures! The US most versatile and comfortable Sport sock on the market has arrived in Australia." "Feetures are currently considered by US magazine "Runners World" one of the ultimate sporting socks in the world." US Innovation has transformed the humble sock into an essential tool that no sports person will want to be without. Whether they be training for an adventure race , playing a round of golf, taking a class at the gym or a power walk through the park. Feetures! has a sock to suit your needs. Feetures! are unique. Each sock whether it be the High performance sport sock or the Bamboo and Wool line, carry the 4 signature features that differentiate it.  ... {Click here for full story.}

Outer Edge magazine comes of age

"The take over of Outer Edge magazine by Prime Creative Media has given the title a new lease of life as an independent adventure publication," says founding editor, Pat Kinsella, who remains at the helm. "We're going to up the adventure ante with more insightful multi-adventure coverage, high-quality articles, news and photography than ever before."

"Outer Edge has come of age and will now stand entirely on its own two feet. The magazine's face will be familiar, but there's a whole new depth to the team and ambition to the title's outlook. You could say we've matured a bit, but there's still plenty of wild times ahead."  ... {Click here for full story.}

Run, Ride & Navigate with the SILVA DuO Series, Victoria.

Mix up your training with the SILVA DuO Series beginning in January 2009. It is a new and exciting three race series held within an hour's drive of Melbourne and is great preparation for the Keen Adventure Race held on April 25th - May 2nd 2009. Whether you're a hard-core adventure racer or would like a new challenge then this might be your ticket to adventure. The Series consists of three races including a race in January at Macedon, February at Gembrook and March at the You Yang's. Each race will involve multiple legs of trail running and mountain biking in beautiful bush terrain. There will also be a bit of easy navigation to get you thinking. Solo or relay team entries (one rider, one runner).  ...{Click here for full story.}

Love bikes? Like wine? Now you can enjoy them both at the same time with Velovin

Velovin is French for cycle wine and is the creation of winemaker Matt Aldridge, who for years has been balancing his dedication to the winemaking craft with his enthusiasm for all things on two wheels. Velovin is a merging of both worlds. Velovin wines have just been launched for anyone who loves wine and adventure. Meet the Velovin winemaker and be amongst the first to try them at the bar on Saturday and Sunday during the Anaconda Adventure Race at Lorne  ...{Click here for full story.}

Why only have an Adventure once a year?

The Surf Coast region has more than enough adventure options to keep even the toughest Anaconda Adventure racer interested. There are over 70 bush and coastal walking tracks to explore and many shared mountain bike trails around Forrest, Anglesea and in the Great Otway National Park. With Bells Beach just around the corner and many high class waves year round, water sports are covered as well.  ...{Click here for full story.}

Juggling surgery, nappies and some training - Early Bird voucher winner Glenn Guest spills all

Glenn Guest certainly has many reasons to smile as his name was drawn as one of the lucky winners of the $500 Anaconda Early Bird Voucher. As a first time individual competitor in the Anaconda Adventure Race in Lorne Glenn has made a few changes to his training from last year's event and they seem to be paying off. Last year Glenn competed in a team but he believes he was under prepared for the event. Glenn's training for the 2007 event had included 2 children under the age of 4, so things were super busy for Glenn, but this year he was determined to do better  ....{Clickhere for full story.}

TORQ Performance Nutrition - providing sports nutrition for the Otway Odyssey

TORQ Performance nutrition is known as one of the top sports nutrition products available in Australia - supplying the energy products you need from pre exercise right through to recovery. Mountain Biking is as gruelling an endurance sport as any other and their products are already well used by elite-level Cross Country racers, Downhillers and 24-hour soloists. They also sponsor and manage their own Mountain Bike Race Team.  ... {Click here for full story.}

Anaconda Adventure Race Survey: Win in Time for Christmas!

Are you an Anaconda Adventure Race Competitor? Griffith University, in partnership with Rapid Ascent and Anaconda, are undertaking a survey to look at the motivations and experiences of Anaconda Adventure Race participants. As a competitor we would be grateful if you could take part in our on-line survey, and you could win some great Anaconda prizes! ....{Click here for full story.}