Mark Webber Pure Tasmania Challenge
Cutting Back the Course
09.11.2006
Saul said; “Conditions have been pretty tough throughout the race, making stages that we knew were going to be hard, much more challenging. While the event is supposed to be a Challenge, we also want competitors to enjoy the experience, so we’re reducing some of the distances on today’s stages�.
Competitors did take some time out from the trials of adventure racing yesterday afternoon, when they enjoyed a leisurely ride on Tasmania’s West Coast Wilderness Railway. Lapping up the chance to view the scenery from the comfort of a railway carriage, competitors kicked back and enjoyed the ride.
Day Five will see competitors kayaking, mountain biking and trekking around Tasmania’s stunning Peppermint Bay, including a night navigational kayak that will go on until 11pm this evening.
As part of the celebrity All Stars team, Olympic triathlete, Craig Walton, has had a few runs ins with navigational stages already, after his team missed a checkpoint on Day One due to a map reading error. Walton said; “The night kayak is going to be a real highlight of the race. We’ve had a few navigational blunders in the race so far, but we think we’re on top of it now so we’re looking forward to it�.
Walton also commented on how competitors are coping with the Challenge; “This really is one of the hardest things I’ve ever done. We’re all looking forward to a decent shower and comfortable bed at the end of the race, but generally everyone is still in high spirits. Personally, I was struggling on Tuesday, which was only Day Three, but I think my body has adjusted to the pressure now, so it’s getting easier.�
SleepMonsters
