Amazing Thailand Adventure Race

Amazing Thailand Adventure Race

9 may 2009

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The second year of the Chiang Mai Challenge! Disciplines include biking, running, kayaking and swimming. Race through the mountains surrounding Chiang Mai.
Backing the event are the Tourism Authority of Thailand and North Face, while the actual running of the event comes under sports activity specialist, Active Management Asia.
Another challenging 1 day race in the Amazing Thailand Adventure Race Series.
There are three signature events in the 2009 series. The season kicks off with the River Kwai Trophy in Kanchanaburi, followed by the inaugural Chiang Mai Challenge, 10 May and the second Bangkok Challenge, hosted in Nong Chok district, on the outskirts of the capital, this November. ++++

Race Information
When:Saturday May 9, 2009
Location:Green Lake Resort - Royal Thai Army’s Lanna Recreational Home
Chollapathan Road,Chang Puek,Muang Chiang Mai,Thailand
Levels:
* Extreme: for experienced racers and extremely fit competitors
* Adventure: Suitable for Week End warriors or adventure racing newcomers
Disciplines:
* Biking in the mountains
* Woodland trails and off road running
* Lake kayaking
* Lake swimming and surprise obstacles along the course
Categories:

* Men
* Women
* Mixed
* Masters (combined age over 80 years)
* Seniors (combined age over 100 years)
Safety:

The safety issue is for us extremely important. An ambulance, nurses and a doctor from the local Hospital will be on duty that day. The race has been specially designed to allow this medical staff on the scene in a matter of minutes in case of an emergency.
Adventure racing is a challenging sport, but teamwork and good sportsmanship are integral parts of making it a safe event. Pay attention to the needs of your teammates and other teams. If someone needs help, stop and help them.
Also, please come well prepared: mentally, physically, logistically.
Safety Considerations specific to this event include: Dehydration/ Hyponatremia; Exposure/Hypothermia; Wildlife (snakes, spiders, stray dogs, mosquitoes…..); travel through rugged areas (abrasions, twisted ankles, etc).
Weather: It is expected to be hot and humid (35˚C) during the day. Please prepare for weather.