Pure Snowdon Activity Challenge

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrive for pre-event briefing - Betws Y Coed - 20:00. Prepare gear and discuss team tactics.
Day 2 - Reveille - 06:30. Meet for event start 07:30 - Depart 08:00
Stage 1 - Off Road / On Road Bike - via Sarn Helen, Pont Y Pant Dolweyddelan Capel Curig and finally up to the Windy Pen Y Pass where we shall make our transition for the afternoon's trek. Note - this biking route is approximately 30% off road - meaning a mountain bike or sturdy hybrid is essential.
Your bike will then be packed, along with your overnight gear, to transfer down to Llanberis. Meanwhile you will make the more arduous crossing of Snowdon via first the Pyg Track, and then down past Clogwyn D'Arddu to Llanberis where our overnight awaits us, and a good hearty meal!
Expected Return to Llanberis approx 17:30 - for evening meal, debrief, and prep for following day!
Day 3 - Reveille - 07:30. Meet for event start 08:45 - Depart 09:00
Trek - from Llanberis via Slate Quarries to Old Nant Peris, then trek up and over Y Garn before descending via Devil's Kitchen into Cwm Idwal for our transition back on to the bike - the final Stage of the Event (Bike Distance Approx 18km). We shall track along the bottom of the valley beneath the beautiful Carneddau and mighty Tryffan before passing Capel Curig once again - ready for our final exciting downhill (take care - don't crash now!) back into Betws Y Coed. We shall finish outside our favourite café, in time for tea, before we all head for home!
Expected Event Finish - approx 16:00

Accommodation

You will be accommodated in good quality bunkhouse accommodation, evening meals will be taken in local pubs. (Evening Meals not included)

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. You should be used to walking reasonable distances each day to contemplate this trek. 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

Event Marshalls / Leaders, 2 night's accommodation including breakfast, , pre-event joining instructions, qualified mountain leaders, safety radios (if required), event maps, support vehicle.

Excluded From Trip

Lunches, dinners, bike hire (please ask if you require this), transport to and from the event. Personal Equipment.

Equipment Required

Personal Medikit
Suncream, Blister Repair Kit, Plasters, Painkillers, Sunbloc

Walking/Camping Items
Day Sack (25-35 litre)
Rucksack liner(s) / Plastic Liner(s) for Rucksack
Sleeping Bag or Sleeping Bag Liner - please check whether you require a sleeping bag
Bladder System (highly recommended - or other water bottles e.g. exercise bottle/Nalgene bottle)
Walking Poles (highly recommended)
Sun Hat (wide brimmed)
Neck Scarf
Lunches - you may wish to pre-pack lunched but please check with us
Snack Foods - we recommend good slow burning items - nuts, dried fruit, cereal bars etc.

Clothing
T-Shirt
Lightweight Fleece, Lightweight Gloves, Fleece Hat
Long Cotton Trekking Trousers
Comfortable Trekking Shirts (long/short sleeved)
Walking Boots (broken in with ankle protection)
Gaiters (appropriate to moor wilderness / moorland treks - please ask!)
Walking Socks
Outer Fully Waterproof Jacket (Gore-tex, E-vent)
1 Pair Outer Waterproof Bottoms

Other
Small Towel, Pack of Travel Tissues
Camera, Film / Memory Card / Spare Battery
Wallet, Credit Cards, Cash
Sunglasses, Spare Comfortable Shoes
Mobile Phone

Bike Items
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)

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

This event is a summer adventure challenge - and typically runs in June or July - weather should be warm (ish) - but at all times you should expect a mixture! From wet, to cold (especially on top of Pen y Pass and Y Garn) or equally roaring hot too! You should be prepared with clothing to cover all eventualities. You should also prepare for rapid weather changes too - which are normal.

Adventure Cafe Booking Terms and Conditions

To Reserve Your Space on this Challenge