Geocentric Outdoors Email Update - 5 Feb 2009

One Night in Vegas - City Raid

Entries Close this Sunday.

Fancy a hot steamy night with 400 others? Held out of South Bank Parklands on the 13th of February, the event gives everyday people a crack at competing in an amazing race style event. Teams of two must charge around the CBD on a Friday evening collecting as many points as they can in a 3 hour period. To collect points teams must choose between challenges such as playing a round of roulette at the casino, riding the Ferris Wheel and obtaining a post card with a bikini clad woman on it. The challenges are many, varied and teams can choose which ones they tackle.

ENTRIES CLOSE THIS WEEKEND!!!! It is a bit out there and wacky, but hundreds of people are already lining up for what promises to be a laugh for all involved. Race Date - 13 Feb 09. Don't forget there are special categories for corporate and fitness industry professionals.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED - If you can spare a few hours on Fri 13th we are desperate for a few more volunteer officials!!!!!! Please contact craig@geocentricoutdoors.com.au

6Hr Enduro Mountain Bike Race

NEW Mountain Bike Event in 2009 - 5 Apr 09

The 6hr Enduro is a new event in 2009 so mark it in your calendars right away! Dates are set for the 5th April 2009. The race will be held at the Slickers Mountain Bike track, just like it's sister event the 8hr Enduro. With a slightly different track tailored specifically for the 6hr length, hundreds or riders will get to enjoy the great flowing single track the property is renowned for.

Why the 6hr Enduro? Two reasons, it is a great track and it is sooooooooo close to Brisbane! Entries are open now

Interested in trail building? Before each event organisers and a crew of shovel wielding riders maintain and add to the already great single track on the course. Why? Because we just love creating new track for you to ride! If you would like to be part of the crew and help for a day, and earn yourself a free entry in the process, email craig@geocentricoutdoors.com.au

Mountain Designs GeoQuest - 48hr Adv Race

Entries about to open, HQ announced in coming weeks.

The Mountain Designs GeoQuest for 2009 is looking to be one of the best GeoQuest events ever to be staged. An incredible new location taking in Forster and Barrington Tops sees some modifications being made to the original format to allow teams to visit some truly spectacular areas.

Within weeks the official announcement will be made on the HQ location and entries will be opened soon after that. Get your team ready to take advantage of the early bird discounts which will only be available for a very limited time.

2009 will see the addition of Grade 1 white water kayaking using inflatable kayaks provided by Geocentric. This is the first time white water kayaking will be included in the Mountain Designs GeoQuest and will provide teams a massive "fun factor" in this exhausting event. Teams will provide their own craft for the rest of the kayaking which sadly will not see the infamous surf start! Yes, 2009 will omit sea kayaking in favour of the white water and inland waterways. As well as some great mountain biking and trekking keep your eyes on the website for a new mystery discipline!

More details will be released in the coming weeks through the website. In fact, check back as the whole GeoQuest site is undergoing a makeover!

Bribie Island Multisport

Welcome to New Sponsor - Race HQ

The Bribie Island Multisport is shaping up to be a great race this year. Entries are coming in already and particularly popular is the Bribie Half. This is a new event for 2009 and run at the same time as the full Bribie Island Multisport. The 53km race sees relay teams and individuals complete the last 4 legs of the full course. This includes a 9km trail running, 30 km mountain biking, 10 km of kayaking and a final 4km run. This is actually the exact second half of the full course, so it is a true "half" race.

Welcome to Race HQ, a new event sponsor for 2009! Race HQ have a store on Wickham St in Fortitude Vally and the specialise in all things Multisport. They have a great range of all the equipment you are likely to need for this event such as mountain biking spares, shoes, clothing and even some paddling gear. Drop in and have a chat to Mark and his staff for some great advice on gear for multisport events, adventure racing and everything outdoors

If you are after some training partners or keen to learn how to get into the great world of multisport, check out http://www.triadventure.com.au - Kim and Jan are running adventure/multisport camps for all levels of ability as well as regular squad sessions up at Noosa.

Latest details have been updated on the Bribie Island Multisport website.

Insomnia 24hr Mountain Bike Festival

Everyday Hero to Raise Money for Diabetes Australia

Nathan Barden is an Insulin Dependant Diabetic and as such has to inject 4 times a day (ouch)! Being an avid Mountain Biker he is embarking on a mission to ride the Insomnia 24Hr Mountain Bike race on 27/28th June in Brisbane as a solo competitor. Nathan thought it would be a great opportunity to also help raise money for a great cause and find a cure for Diabetes.

Nathan is looking for individual and company sponsors to help reach his target of $5,000. Please help out and visit Nathan's website.

XPD Expedition Race

XPD 5th Edition Sneak Peak!

Planning for the 5th edition of XPD is well underway and here is a sneak preview of what teans have in store.

Firstly, the location is being narrowed down and access discussions are underway. Organisers have been looking at two very different location options, however attention is gravitating towards Far North Queensland. While this is still to be confirmed, North Queensland offers a very attractive option for an epic course based out of Cairns. The expedition racing terrain is some of the best in the world and has so many great course and discipline options. It could include the Great Barrier Reef, snorkelling and sailing disciplines. The white water rivers are legendary and flow through pristine rainforest. Not to mention incorporating some of the iconic legs that were part of the Eco Challenge held there in 1997. Wow!

Dates are being investigated for May 2010 which is 18 months after the 4th edition. Entries are scheduled to open in August and will be limited due to the sensitive nature of some parts of the course. A final decision on the course location will be announced in the coming months.

Geocentric Corporate Adventures

Outdoor Programs for your Company

Looking for some new ideas for your next corporate event? Why not try our Great Urban Challenge.

The Great Urban Challenge was created as a corporate development program with a focus on building teamwork and decision making skills in an enjoyable environment. It is an activity that just about anyone can participate in as teams choose the activities and challenges based on their team strengths and weaknesses.

This program was initially inspired by the Amazing Race and has been based on our very exciting and popular adventure race called ‘One Night In Vegas’.

For more information contact craig@geocentricoutdoors.com.au

Look forward to seeing you at the next event!

Craig Bycroft
Event Organiser/ Director
Geocentric Outdoors
www.geocentricoutdoors.com.au

(07) 5445 3317 (phone)
(07) 5445 2217 (fax)
0419 427 244 (mobile)

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PO Box 374, BUDDINA, QLD 4575

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