What an exciting year it has been! Who could have believed that after
the Old Mutual Cape Eco Adventure Challenge in 1998 we would be where
we are today in this exciting sport!

After another year of excitement, adventure and camaraderie I still
consider it to be a privilege to be involved in Adventureracing.
Thank you for your kind support during the past 4 years.

The high finishing percentages at the Quest 2002, Eden Challenge and
SA Opens bears witness that South African adventure racers have
earned their wings and accordingly we will be presenting exciting,
challenging events that promises to keep your adventurous blood
bubbling. Kicking of the Quest Qualifying 2003 leg will be a 200km
Expedition Adventure with registration at the Potchefstroom Dam on
Friday, 14 Feb '03.

The Dirty Weekend Results have been posted at
www.adventureracing.co.za and while you are comparing results have a
look at the calendar for 2003.

In closing I would like to thank the BIG Sports Crew, without whom
none of the past year would have happened. In particular I would like
to express my gratitude to Dave, Aleta, Lindsay and Ameen who managed
the 15 December Dirty Weekend Adventure Race after I was badly
injured and hospitalized whilst setting the course.

My wish during this Festive Season is that all Adventure Racers will
get the toys that they have been dreaming off, that they will get the
promotions that will enable them to visit all the exotic adventure
destinations on this planet, suffering no flats, broken chains or
unfortunate navigational decisions along the way.

See you out there!

Zirk