We knew nothing of what was involved in going to the Pole. We learnt a little. We also needed help, well, a lot of help.
Affiliated Links
We’ve done a lot of research, competed in a lot of events, and had a lot of help along the way. Below are a few links to some other sites that we thought were of interest. If you want to be affiliated with the team please get in touch with us, at the usual email address, info@teamhorizon.co.uk.
Polar Race....
If it wasn’t for the Polar Race organisation we wouldn’t be trying to do this whole crazy thing in the first place. A big thanks has got to go to Jock & Simon who run the Polar Race for allowing us to have the opportunity to do something really different & raise the money that we are for charity. These guys are seriously professional outfit & we have full confidence that they will get us to the Pole.
The Rat Race....
The Rat Race is taking adventure sports right into the streets, waterways and urban jungle of the UK's coolest cities, the Rat Race is where teams of three race in a multi-disciplined challenge of navigation, endurance, skills and guts… running, climbing, mountain biking, kayaking, abseiling, and tackling a course that's only revealed hours before they begin.
The Rat Race Urban Adventure is designed to be extreme fun for all levels from newcomers to elite adventure racers.
"The most exciting team event to hit British shores in years"
Men's Health May 05
Men's Health May 05
A big thanks has got to go to Jim Mee who is the mastermind behind the Rat Race, & has helped the team on a number of other occasions as well.
A.C.E Races....
Now in its 9th year, ACE Races is the most established and most popular company organising Adventure Racing events in the UK. From 1-day events (lasting 3-5 hours) through to the Wilderness ARC which is a 5-day non-stop AR, there is something for all levels.
ACE Races is well known for its efficiency, friendliness and exciting courses, set in spectacular locations throughout the UK. Our organisation is world-class... so much so that ACE Races will be organising the Adventure Racing World Championship in 2007!
The Tough Guy....
The phenomena of Tough Guy© has now evolved into cult status with mythical legends to a world wide audience and competitors from every continent coming here to try to beat this ordeal and enjoy the unique spirit of our friendship and amiability.
The Tough Guy is set in over 150 acres of fertile land where spring waters will wash away your miseries and replace them with smiles of achievement .
Tough guy is open to individuals and teams. The event is uniquely fear ridden and you need to be fit in both body and spirit to survive the ordeal. You will not be alone, thousands will be by your side. There you will find the true spirit of Tough Guy. Tough Guy is played on the glorious pasture at Mr Mouse Farm for Unfortunates, as the name implies the charitable work is undertaken 365 days each year looking after hundreds of retired horses, wildlife habitats and providing jobs for unfortunate people.
Ellacotts LLP....
Ellacotts LLP is an experienced and skilled provider of accounting, tax and business advice services, helping businesses improve their performance and individuals plan for the future. Our dedicated teams of specialists are knowledgeable and well-informed, approachable and practical.
A big thanks to John Thame who has helped us with organising our monetary situation both on the charity & sponsorship side.
John jointly heads up the agriculture and property team, looking after a
wide range of farmers, landowners and agri-businesses.
Coming from a farming background, he is very aware of the issues facing the sector. He joined the firm in 1991 and is well known in farming circles for his practical advice. Experienced in all aspects of accounting and tax, John specialises in taxation and business consulting in the areas of succession planning and diversification opportunities. He also advises on taxation and strategic business planning within the leisure and tourism sector.
A member of the British Institute of Agriculture Consultants, he regularly
gives talks on strategic and tax planning opportunities for farmers.
As an ex-professional rugby player, away from work John can usually be found watching or supporting local and national sides. Other interests include tennis, theatre and trying to keep as fit as he once was
Click here to visit the Polar Race website >>
Click here to visit the Rat Race website >>
Click here to visit the A.C.E Race website >>
Click here to visit the Tough Guy website >>
Click here to visit the Ellacotts LLP website >>
Questars....
The Questars Adventure Race series involves trail running, mountain biking and an optional kayaking stage. Questars races appeal to everyone from beginners to experienced adventure racers.
Enter the Questars site for more information on the adventure race structure, and programme showing details of adventure races in 2006, and for all race score & race reports. You can also view the adventure racing gallery with images from the races to get an idea of what is involved and how you can have a great weekend enjoying some of Britain's beautiful countryside.
Enter the Questars site for more information on the adventure race structure, and programme showing details of adventure races in 2006, and for all race score & race reports. You can also view the adventure racing gallery with images from the races to get an idea of what is involved and how you can have a great weekend enjoying some of Britain's beautiful countryside.
Click here to visit the Questars website >>
Dynamic Adventure Racing....
Adventure Racing across the South for individuals, pairs and teams. Test your navigational skills whilst mountain biking and trail running through the southern countryside. Challenging and fun, with winter races including the unique opportunity to navigate in the dark!
Dynamic Adventure Racing was set up in 2002 by Simon, Nicky and Jonathan to provide adventure races for both novices and experienced adventure racers across the South of England. Jonathan has now started his own consultancy business and Simon and Nicky will continue to take Dynamic Adventure into the future.
Click here to visit the Dynamic Adventure Race website >>
Click here to visit Rob Hallifax Photography >>
Images of Adventure....
Images of Adventure is the brainchild of Phil Coates. Phil has a huge amount of experience of filming & producing documentaries in the Polar regions. His handy work is proudly visible in the “Blizzard” series which can be found in the “Movies” section of this website. Phil has been working with the team to help them produce a spectacular documentary of their training, their personal thoughts, & their experience on the ice.
Click here to visit Images Of Adventure >>
Middle Mountains....
Middle Mountains offers, tailor-made, mountain holidays, winter and summer, personally designed and led. It is a family business run by Pat & Nicky Parsons.
The term ‘Middle Mountains’ describes the mountain environment from the low-land fells up to peaks of an Alpine character. Pat & Nicky feel that the ‘Middle Mountains’ of the world offer the perfect setting for holidays that will be remembered as some of the best ever!
Middle Mountain holidays cover both the summer and winter seasons with special emphasis on mountain walking and free-heel skiing respectively. We often include cultural visits to give more flavour and balance to your holiday.
Click here to visit Middle Mountains >>
Nordic Challenge....
Nordic Challenge organise exciting and fun residential Cross-Country Skiing courses in Norway. We also run cross-country skiing / team building courses for school groups (ages 15-18). All our holiday courses are based in Gålå, high in the mountains of Gudbrandsdalen, approximately 80 kms north of Lillehammer. Our schools' courses are delivered in Sjusjøen, Lillehammer with its superb Olympic ski tracks and facilities.
The Co-Directors of Nordic Challenge are Nick Gaskell and Tony Turnbull. They personally deliver the training on all our courses, assisted by consultants and instructors.
Nordic Challenge organised the Norwegian training trip in February & the team owe a huge amount to the professionalism & attention to detail that Nick & Tony offered,
Click here to visit Nordic Challenge >>
