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Brecon Beacons Canoe Cycle Trek
Multi Activity Adventure
Get set for an amazing excitement filled day, which will push you to your limits, and test your skills and endurance to the maximum.
Set in the beautiful Brecon Beacons this event takes you on a full circular tour of the National Park, through the valleys and then peaking straight through the centre up to the highest point of Pen Y Fan.
Beginning in Brecon we paddle 9km down the canal to lovely village of Pencilli where we transition to our bikes. We then head off on a tour right the way round the Southern part of the National Park to then target the centre of the Mountain range. We will get our walking poles to the ready and conclude a huge day with a South to North traverse of Pen Y Fan itself to arrive back into Brecon for celebrationary drinks high up on the Castle.
Itinerary
07:30 - Event brief in Brecon
08:00 - Event Start - Open Canoe
10:00 - First Canoe group finish
10:30 - Begin bike stage
13:30 - Lunch and transition
14:00 - Trek Pen Y Fan
17:30 - Complete trek
18:00 - Celebrations, dinner & 2nd overnight stay
What is a Level 4.0 Multi Activity Challenge Like?
These challenges are long in duration, high altitude, or span several days. In the case of single day events, you can expect around 12 hours of full on multi activity. In the case of a multi day challenge, you can expect lower daily durations - but of course - the effort is sustained over a longer period. You need to love physical exercise for these events, and to enjoy your training, and to do it regularly. Longer duration challenges are likely to be easier in terms of the physical effort, however, you will need to be more resilient - due to simple living conditions - ie using same clothes for several days, simple food, and maybe camping - this forms an integral part of the challenge.
How Fit Do I need to be to join a Level 4.0 ‘Multi Activity Challenge’?
You are now moving into the realms of serious challenges - where you are likely to encounter carrying equipment, cycling on rougher terrain, sleep deprivation, or high altitude, or intense multi activity events along the lines of adventure triathlons. In any case - be prepared for an event which is going to take you to the limits of your comfort zone. Days will be up to 12 hours, or slightly less if the event stretches over several days. The severity of the challenge may be magnified by various factors - as you will need to be more resilient - due to simple living conditions, simple food, variable weather conditions and maybe camping - these form a part of the challenge. You need to be in good shape to undertake any of these events, and you need to be training regularly. The height gain each day is greater than for level 3 - so expect plenty of hills! For multi activity events please work on your all round fitness.
Medical Issues
Please note, it is extremely important for this physical challenge that you are in good health. If you have any pre-existing medical conditions, please consider carefully whether you should be joining the challenge. Please ensure you fill in the booking form accurately and honestly, this is important. In the case of serious conditions (epilepsy, diabetes, heart conditions, recent illness or operations), please discuss the challenge with your GP. Please also ensure you notify us of any allergies or similar.
It requires stamina and good aerobic fitness - but good willpower will also come in handy! Failure to disclose medical conditions is a serious omission - that could have serious repercussions on any of our challenges.
Included In Trip
Marshals, Mountain Leaders, First Aiders, Maps, Compasses, Open Canoes, Paddles, Bouyancy Aids, Emergency Equipment, Support Vehicle(s)
2 x nights accommodation.
Excluded From Trip
Eve Meals, Lunch, Transport to and from the event.
Equipment Required
Personal Medikit
Suncream, Blister Repair Kit, Plasters
Painkillers, Sunbloc
Multi Activity Items
Day Sack (25-35 litre)
Bladder System - or other water bottles e.g. exercise bottle/Nalgene bottle
Walking Poles (for additional knee support if required)
Sun Hat (wide brimmed)
Additional preferred top up snack items - we recommend good slow burning items - nuts, dried fruit, cereal bars etc.
Multi Activity Clothing
T-Shirt
Lightweight Fleece
Trekking shorts or trousers
Comfortable Trekking Shirts (long/short sleeved)
2 x Trainers (bring an old pair to get wet or wet shoes)
Socks
Outer Fully Waterproof Jacket (Gore-tex, E-vent)
1 Pair Outer Waterproof Bottoms
Other
Towel
Camera, Film / Memory Card / Spare Battery
Sunglasses
Mobile Phone
BRINGING YOUR OWN BIKE
Road Bike / Hybrid Bike / Mountain Bike (with Touring Tyres) - please call us for guidance on a trip by trip basis
Water Bottles (bladder system/cycle water bottles)
Under Saddle Pouch (recommended - can be used to carry asterik* items)
Puncture Repair Kit*
2 x Inner Tubes*
Multi-Tool (with allen keys)*
Pump (suitable for your valve type)
Helmet (compulsory)
OR HIRE A BIKE FROM ADVENTURE CAFE AND WE WILL PROVIDE ALL ITEMS NECESSARY
Safety Information
By nature all activities contain an element of risk.Your leader will be first aid qualified and will carry the appropriate safety kit for the activity, such as mountain safety shelters, walking rope and from time to time mobile radios. Safety equipment carried will be appropriate to trip. The leader's primary role is to ensure your safety, but it is your responsibility to listen to their guidance and instructions.
Weather
As you know the weather in England is unpredictable, so it’s best to prepare for hot or cold conditions. Bear in mind you will be on the water and it is likely you will get wet, so please bring suitable clothing for this. Equally during the summer, you could find hot and sunny conditions, so please be prepared with plenty of fluids, and sun protection.
Adventure Cafe Booking Terms and Conditions
By booking an event with Adventure Cafe, you agree to these standard terms of booking. Please ensure that you read the appropriate document for your type of event carefully.
Adventure Cafe Terms & Conditions - For all types of event
To Reserve Your Space on this Challenge
You should fill in the Google Form - linked here below, and then please call us on 01823 444 246 to advise of your payment method. We can accept card payments over the phone, or Bank Transfer.
Please note that your space is not confirmed until you have received your booking receipt.
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Adventure Cafe Challenge Booking Form - For Challenge Events