XPD 3rd Edition Location Announcement

Geocentric Adventure Racing is excited to released plans to hold the third edition of the XPD Expedition Race on the majestic Whitsunday Coast. Race Director Craig Bycroft said “Competitors will travel through reef, rainforest and outback in this diverse expedition race. They will experience the majestic Whitsunday Islands, lush highland rainforests and the harsh Queensland outback.” Dates have been set for next year, the 20-31 August 2007.

Race Director Craig Bycroft said regarding the choice of the Whitsundays “We wanted an inspiring location that said ‘must do’ to both Australian and international competitors”. “We also wanted to give teams a diverse challenge and experience, from racing through the remote and hostile outback, to a world renowned island holiday destination as well as seeing one of the seven wonders of the natural world, the Great Barrier Reef”.

Up to 60 teams of four athletes will travel from Australia and overseas to embark on this expedition. They will be unsupported over their 700+km journey as they race day and night on a course involving stages of trekking, mountain biking, kayaking, sailing and snorkeling.

When - 20-31 August 2007.

Where - Whitsunday Coast including the Whitsunday Islands, lush highland rainforests and the harsh Queensland outback. Exact HQ location released late 06.

Who - Teams of 4 in Premier Mixed, All Female or All Male categories.

Limits - Team numbers will be limited to 80 teams.

Entries Open - Sunday 5th November 2006 at 0900 AEST.