The Escape From Alcatraz Triathlon tests even the strongest swimmers

The Escape From Alcatraz Triathlon tests even the strongest swimmers

Filmed in 2008 this video shows the swim portion of the Escape From Alcatraz Triathlon. With 2000 competitors braving the currents and difficult swimming conditions it’s a must do event for the hardcore ultra tri athlete.

Wakeboarding stunts by Redbull team on slovenian river. Part of carnitine 500 video series

Wakeboarding stunts by Redbull team on slovenian river. Part of carnitine 500 video series

Part of the carnitine 500 video series. Redbull deliverys yet agai with some more mad sportsmen competing in extreme events. Here some crazy riders came from around the world to Slovenia to wakeboard the Sava river.

Another group of insane kayakers doing the impossible. Part of glutamine protein video series

Another group of insane kayakers doing the impossible. Part of glutamine protein video series

Part of the glutamine protein video series. Another bunch of crazy, mad people in their kayaks in water that is scary as ****. Check it out and if your feeling brave then grab a paddle and get stuck in.

Six-Time Ironman Champion Dave Scott on swimming technique. Part of l carnitine lipoic video series

Six-Time Ironman Champion Dave Scott on swimming technique. Part of l carnitine lipoic video series

Part of the l carnitine lipoic video series. Swimming requires greater technique than most other endurance sports. Unlike cycling or running where poor technique is not an enormous limiting factor. In swimming the efficiency of your stroke has a big impact.

These extreme kayakers are totally mad! Part of creatine levels video series

These extreme kayakers are totally mad! Part of creatine levels video series

Part of the creatine levels video series. I watch some videos and I think I could do that. This is DEFINETLY NOT ONE OF THEM. These guys are completetly off their rockers. This is extreme kayaking in all it’s glory.

Excellent  open water swimming guide by ironman champion. Part of glutamine muscle video series

Excellent open water swimming guide by ironman champion. Part of glutamine muscle video series

Part of the glutamine muscle video series. Open water swimming presents a host of different challenges for racers. This excellent video by Dave scott 6-time ironman world champion goes through lots of common sense tips for race day preperation

Do you fancy rowing in this ocean? Part of carnitine lipoic video series

Do you fancy rowing in this ocean? Part of carnitine lipoic video series

Part of the carnitine lipoic video series. Watching many ocean rowing videos the ocean can sometimes apear calm and placid. This video reminds me that the ocean can have incredible power. It can be beautiful and ausome but deadly at the same time.

Simple. common sense guide to ocean swimming. Part of cretine video series

Simple. common sense guide to ocean swimming. Part of cretine video series

Part of the cretine video series. Ocean swimming guide giving basic “take care” style advice for those taking a plunge. Worth a listen too. It’s not rocket science but the advice is straightforward, common sense that we could all do with being reminded of.

Rowing machine technique for pro's. Part of creatine loading video series

Rowing machine technique for pro’s. Part of creatine loading video series

Part of the creatine loading video series. Technique, technique, technique. It’s so important whatever sport we are doing. Good technique reduces our risk of injury and allows us to perform at higher levels using less energy to achieve a given output. This excellent video examines the necesssary technique to perform on a rowing machine.

The Lesson from 2 expeditions seeking sponsorship to fund their next adventure

The Lesson from 2 expeditions seeking sponsorship to fund their next adventure

Two expeditions have written letters to a potential sponsor asking for a meeting to discuss sponsoring their latest expedition. Which expedition do you think gets the meeting and the chance to close the sponsorship deal?

50 Cent can teach you everything you need to know about raising expedition sponsorship dollars

50 Cent can teach you everything you need to know about raising expedition sponsorship dollars

Expeditions and adventure travel are expensive. Chances are that you are seeking sponsorship to fund your trip. How easy are you finding to raise the money?

Daily Ocean Rowing, Kayaking and Water Expeditions News Roundup Fri 27 Nov

Daily Ocean Rowing, Kayaking and Water Expeditions News Roundup Fri 27 Nov

Today’s highlights include 40 minutes of high definition video footage of Ben Stookesberry and Chris Korbulic kayaking in India and an article by Roz Savage highlighting characteristics of successful ocean rowers.

Young British Rower Sarah Outen sets Ocean Rowing Record

Young British Rower Sarah Outen sets Ocean Rowing Record

Aged just 23 she rowed solo across the Indian Ocean. An epic 3500 mile crossing that took 124 days.

What is your definition of an Extreme Adventure?

What is your definition of an Extreme Adventure?

Is it walking unsupported to the South Pole, skiing down Everest or kayaking in the Arctic. There is no doubt that each of these is extreme however are they truly extreme for these actual participants?

10 Ultra Marathon endurance events I want to complete before I die

10 Ultra Marathon endurance events I want to complete before I die

Can you help me complete my list of 10 endurance events before I die. From cycling to running and kayaking to mountaineering !

An inspirational personal journey working with an assistance dog for the disabled

An inspirational personal journey working with an assistance dog for the disabled

Personal journeys are not always about exotic destinations or extreme conditions. Sometimes we learn something valuable without leaving our home.

Sea Kayaking Adventure Tour explores North West Coast of Greenland

Sea Kayaking Adventure Tour explores North West Coast of Greenland

An amazing kayaking trip which has a great balance between extreme conditions, beautiful surroundings and interesting local people.

Peter van Kets prepares boat for record breaking Rowing Race Across Atlantic Ocean

Peter van Kets prepares boat for record breaking Rowing Race Across Atlantic Ocean

Ocean rowing tests the body and mind to their complete limit, perhaps more than any other ultra marathon sport.

Ocean kayaking expedition 850 miles on the Sea of Cortez

Ocean kayaking expedition 850 miles on the Sea of Cortez

Tamara Jacobi is a female explorer with a thirst for adventure and a philosophical view about life and the ocean.

Do you know when to admit defeat? Do you have the character to try again?

Do you know when to admit defeat? Do you have the character to try again?

Admitting defeat and knowing when to say enough is enough is a vital life saving skill for any adventurer who is pushing the boundaries of what the human body is capable.

Record Attempt Sailing Solo Around the World

Record Attempt Sailing Solo Around the World

Jessica Watson set sail on 18 October 2009 in her bid to become the youngest person to sail solo non-stop and unassisted around the world.

This is the way to experience life ! 100 goals in 100 weeks

This is the way to experience life ! 100 goals in 100 weeks

Ian Usher is a modern experience explorer living the dream. He sold his possesions on Ebay and set off to reach 100 goals in 100 weeks. What a blast he is having.

The most powerful sports story I have read

The most powerful sports story I have read

It is a story of courage and bravery, of death and lost loved loved ones. But also one that demonstrates our humanity, our passion for the sports we love.

Film: Caving in planet earth's most hostile environments

Film: Caving in planet earth’s most hostile environments

Rick Stanton is one of the world’s leading caving experts. He has opened up new routes in caves across the globe, diving in incredibly dangerous conditions.

Heart Transplant Triathlete at World Championships

Heart Transplant Triathlete at World Championships

Kyle Garlett must fight another battle. Not with his health this time but with disappointment after failing in his attempt to become the first heart transplant patient to complete the Ironman World Championships.

Film: Free diving world record holder-journey to the Underworld

Film: Free diving world record holder-journey to the Underworld

Free diving is not a sport too be taken lightly. death is common and it’s participants walk a narrow path between fulfilling their dreams and meeting the almighty.

Expedition Amazonas - 153 days on the Amazon

Expedition Amazonas – 153 days on the Amazon

Expedition Amazonas spent 153 days to trek and paddle, along the entire length of the mighty 7000km Amazon River. Starting at it’s source high in the Andes.

Intrepid British Oarsman Sets Off in Southern Ocean..

Intrepid British Oarsman Sets Off in Southern Ocean..

Olly Hicks, the solo oarsman, is circumnavigating Antarctica. Rowing solo 18,000 miles around the world in the most hostile marine environment.

Legacy of a True Adventurer..Last Haunting Picture

Legacy of a True Adventurer..Last Haunting Picture

THIS is the last haunting self- portrait of Andrew McAuley, a man and his kayak, alone. All around, a vast seascape of emptiness. The green-grey Tasman Sea heaving, the horizon a cruel circle. For 30 days and nights, wherever the Australian adventurer turned his salt-rimmed eyes, he understood his aloneness.

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