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WHAT IS POLAR CHALLENGE?
THE
EXPERIENCE OF A LIFETIME
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A competitive, 320 mile team race in the Arctic,
to the 1996 location of the Magnetic North Pole and beyond (finish line
beneath the deserted Isachsen Mine) click
to see route map
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The race takes place between mid-April and
mid-May each year, taking teams 2-4 weeks
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Competitors race in teams of 3. People that
enter as individuals are placed in teams
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Competitors race on skis, pulling their
supplies in 120lb pulks, stopping onroute at 3 manned checkpoints to
resupply
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 The
Arctic is one of the world's most extreme environments:
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Temperatures as low as -50C
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80% of the world's Polar Bears!
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Polar Challenge is suitable for everyone who
has the drive and determination to succeed!
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The race is split into 3 Categories to cover
all levels of ability click
here for more information
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 Polar
Challenge's organizers and staff are highly qualifed professionals, and
leading Arctic Experts read
about us
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Polar Challenge has extensive safety and medical
support, and a flawless safety record more
information
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