Eventrate.com, UK
Jan 5 2005

Raid Karen Aventure 2005

After a tremendous response from two previous editions, the third
edition of the Raid Karen Adventure will take place this July.

The race is organised by “Armenie Sport Nature”, and is unique in
that it combines both adventure racing and tourism in Armenia,
beginning at Hagartzine and finishing in Garni.

Teams of three or individuals may compete in the race, and will be
required to complete the following disciplines:

-Montain bike (with deepest of the forests of the Caucasus).
-Trekking on foot in mountains including a climb of Ajdahak (3,580 m)
.
-Canoe (on one of largest and the most beautiful Eurasia Lakes).
-Trekking with orientering.

-Cultural test (in a medieval site).
-Traditional Armenian Games .
-Abseiling (close to rupestral monasteries).

The raid has a field limit of 45 people or 15 teams.
Check the website for further info.