The
winning teams from the 2004 Apex Overnight Challenge went away with some
of the best prizes we have ever had. We'd been working hard for months contacting
companies to donate things to give to the winning teams. The glittering
display included a tent, sleeping bags, fleeces, tickets to a theme park
and much more. Here's a rundown of all of them in detail...
Explorer Event - First Prize
Vango
Delta 200 Tent
donated by Outdoor Megastore
Part of a new range of porched domes, ideal for first timers or festival goers. The two berth includes a spacious extended porch for cooking and/or storage which has been updated this year with a permanent groundsheet. The tent has external pole sleeves, internal storage pockets and a breathable nylon inner tent. (Colour may vary)
Free
entry to the American Adventure theme park
donated by American Adventure
Theme park based in the heart of Derbyshire. Experience the thrill of the Rocket rollercoaster where you'll feel forces of up to 2.5G. Don't forget to try the Skycoaster. It's the largest free-fall ride of its kind outside of the USA. Pull the rip cord and fly 200 feet!
Vango
X-Lite 350 sleeping bags
donated by Vango
Ideal for the intrepid adventurer who requires ultimate warmth with minimum weight and pack size, the new X-Lite range uses the latest X-Static insulation which has won countless awards for it's outstanding performance and function. Combined with a Polair Ridge RS shell and Polair Silky lining, the X-lite is the ultimate, lightweight, synthetic mountain bag. (Colour may vary)
Explorer Event - Second Prize
Craghoppers
Corey/Miska Micro Fleeces
donated by Craghoppers
Perfect for the chilly evening or as an every day winter top, these micro fleeces have been designed as the ultimate in warmth, comfort and style. Pack one in your travel wardrobe and you'll always find a use for it. They are lightweight and compactable, made of hollow fibre fast-drying microfleece. (Colour may vary)
Explorer Event - Third Prize
Gelert
X-Plorer 35 Litre rucksacs
donated by Gelert
Contemporary, highly durable performance rucksac which guarantees a comfortable day on the hills. Features include one main compartment with snow collar, 2 side zipped pockets, elasticated bungee cord on the hood, ice axe / walking stick holders and a zipped hood pocket with rain cover.
Network Event - First Prize
Vango
Wilderness 300 Sleeping Bags
donated by Outdoor Action
Designed for the budget buyer who requires a quality product but is prepared to sacrifice weight and bulk for price. Features a tough, washable polair outer shell, soft inner lining and draw cord hood for added warmth and performance.
Free
entry to the American Adventure theme park
donated by American Adventure
Theme park based in the heart of Derbyshire. Experience the thrill of the Rocket rollercoaster where you'll feel forces of up to 2.5G. Don't forget to try the Skycoaster. It's the largest free-fall ride of its kind outside of the USA. Pull the rip cord and fly 200 feet!
Network Event - Second Prize
National
Park CD-ROM maps
donated by Anquet Maps
Interactive CD-ROM maps of different parts of the United Kingdom.
Network Event - Third Prize
£10 gift vouchers
donated by Adapt Outdoors
Adapt Outdoors supplies members of specialist groups such as climbers, Scouts, cadets, ramblers, Raleigh International, police and the military. The company's well known in the North West for guaranteeing lower prices than its competitors.
Registered Charity No. 1102633 |
