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Race Information

	13 – 15 May 2008 (Tuesday to Thursday)
	Tioman Island, Pahang Darul Makmur
	By road: Get yourself to Tg. Gemuk jetty, Kuala Rompin, Pahang (about 4½ hours drive from Kuala Lumpur, 3½ hours drive from Singapore. Take the ferry to Kg Salang on Tioman island (Race Start Line). By air: Fly on Berjaya Air to Tioman Island and make your way to Kg Salang.
	Team of 4 racers including one compulsory female.
	- Mountain Biking - Running - Canoeing - Surprise tasks along the course - Night stops outdoor camping
	3 day - 2 night
	Race fee includes: Dinner, snack lunch and breakfast during race (meals on 12 May 2008 is not inclusive) Drinking water available at water stations along the course Gala dinner on final night (15th May) Tent accommodations Participants are however advised to start the race with 2 litres of drinking water each.
	•Tents are provided for participants at night stops during race ( Participants to arrange own accomadation for 12 and 15 May 2008 ) •Hotel accommodation before and after the race could be arranged. Prior booking necessary. Notify us if required
	Monday, 12th May - 1400 hrs – 2000 hrs: Registration at Kg Salang - 2100 hrs : Race briefing Tuesday, 13th May - 0730 hrs: Day 1 Briefing - 0830 hrs: Race Flag off - 1800 hrs: End of Day 1 - 2000 hrs: Dinner Wednesday, 14th May - 0700 hrs: Breakfast - 0800 hrs: Day 2 Race - 1800 hrs: End of Day 2 - 2000 hrs: Dinner Thursday, 15th May - 0700 hrs: Breakfast - 0800 hrs: Day 3 Race - 1800 hrs: End of Day 3 - 2000 hrs: Gala dinner and prize giving ceremony
	Each competitor must start the race with 2 litres of mineral water (camel bag is highly recommended) Mountain or off road bike. Only 2 bikes needed per team(Please contact us if you need to rent a bike or helmet) Bicycle helmet ( to be worn throughout the race) Gloves Proper attire/fully covered during canoeing Tyre repair kit (min.1 spare tube, tyre inflation device) per team Sleeping bag Etc
	This event involves adventure racing. We are very concern about the safety of the participants. Medical assistance will be positioned along the race course to allow immediate attention be provided in case of any emergency. Medical treatment will also be provided at overnight stops if so required. Medical evacuation team will be on stand by at all times. You need to be mentally, physically and logistically prepared for this race. You must be able to swim. Safety consideration: dehydration/hyponatremia, exposure/hypothermia, insects and dangerous animals (mosquitoes, bees, snakes, caterpillars, scorpions, leeches etc.) rugged, rough terrain and thick jungle. Weather: Tioman is a tropical island with high humidity. Temperature between 25° - 35°C.
	Tents and basic toilets will be available at overnight stops. Bicycles are available for rent. Canoes, paddles and safety jackets are provided. Participants’ luggage (not required for race) will be transferred from the start line to the finish line. Sufficient clothes and personal items (for race and overnight use) will be individually carried by participants during race.
	Bicycles are available for rent at RM100 each. Booking is requested!
	Simply email us your preferences and we will hook you up with other people looking for a team member.