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Örnsköldsvik, 23 January 2006 |
| Now we are facing a new exciting adventure racing year, and the preparation for the AR World
Championship 2006, is going really good.
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ARWorld Series Dates to be Announced |
| The dates and events in the ARWorld Series 2006 will be announced on the new arworldseries.com website shortly |
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All Teams Home in 2005 Adventure Racing World Championship |
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All teams in the 2005 Adventure Racing World Championship have arrived home although some a little later than others.
Cross Sportswear crossed the finish at 6.47pm and Sierra International at 7.58pm last night.But the Kiwi team Orion Adventure did not arrive out of the bush at TA 10 until this morning at 8.15am. They missed the after party function and are all in good spirits! |
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Merrell finish |
| Merrell Wigwam have made it to Tauranga Bay in sixth place. |
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Fourth and fifth are in |
| Port Nelson has finished the race in fourth at 4.21pm 22 minutes ahead of Swedish team Halti who came in fifth. |
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11-Sep-2010 08:10:40 |
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Adventure Raacing World Championship attracts strong sponsorship support |
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November 3: The 2005 Adventure Racing World Championship has attracted significant sponsorship, from organisations and companies who have aligned themselves closely with adventure racing in New Zealand, through their links with Southern Traverse.
This year's world championship is being held from November 14 -19 in the Buller region of the West Coast of the Southern Alps and 46 international teams will compete on the tough course for the prestigious world title.
ARWorld Series director Geoff Hunt says the athletes represent around 20 countries who will compete in what will be a true expedition experience.
"Our sponsor family will also get to experience something quite unique through their association with the event. There is a lot of synergy between the sponsors and our organisation and we can all provide a lot of benefits for each other."
The West Coast Development Trust is principal sponsor for the World Championship after taking on the role in 2004 for the West Coast staged Southern Traverse.
Chief Executive Mike Trousselot says the Buller region will be challenging for the competitors.
" It will provide the ultimate challenge as competitors race through our rugged and primeval landscape, stunning gorges, luxurious rainforests and breathtaking coastlines. This high profile race is all about taking competitors to the limit and beyond, and that's something our wild and rugged West Coast terrain guarantees."
Hunt says the input from the Trust is outstanding and means there will be a good prize purse of
NZ $100,000 to be shared between the five top placed teams.
There is also excellent support from Tourism New Zealand, which assists with the international media programme, bringing journalists from strategic publications from around the world to New Zealand for the event.
"Obviously it is important for us to get exposure for the race, but at the same time showcase New Zealand and we are able to do this with Tourism New Zealand's support," says Hunt.
Air New Zealand has been a long term partner of Southern Traverse and is continuing its links this year by sponsoring the World Championship.
Air New Zealand Communications Manager Mark Street says the airline has helped hundreds of competitors, supporters and media from around New Zealand and the world to participate and enjoy the Southern Traverse, which is the ultimate 'racers' race.'
Macpac has been closely associated with the Southern Traverse since its first year, providing distinctive garments for competitors. Head of Marketing and Communications Simon Gerathy says they are delighted to support the World Championship.
He says since the early 1970s the New Zealand landscape, along with adventure racing individuals, has provided inspiration for Macpac's innovative approach and its leading edge designs.
"All athletes will be wearing Macpac Interwool bodywear ideal for any activity and any conditions. Several of this year's top teams will also be wearing Macpac's Amp adventure racing packs and using our Epic sleeping bag range."
Hunt says they are pleased to have the backing of New Zealand Major Events.
"We appreciate their support which recognises that the World Championship is a significant event which will |
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