Other Races

Kayaking, Skiing, Obstacle Races, Swimming - there are so many races and events out there. Below are some examples of endurance events covered by A Life of Adventure that might inspire you.

Dalsland Canoe Marathon+

This long canoe marathon takes place on the lakes of Dalsland in western Sweden each year in August. It is set in beautiful country, but at 55 kilometres it is a considerable challenge. Read more...

Patrouille des Glaciers

A magnificent, extremely challenging ski touring race staged every two years between the Swiss ski resorts of Zermatt and Verbier in Switzerland. Read more...

Challenge Roth Triathlon

Europe's biggest iron-distance triathlon, held in Bavaria in July. 3500 people competing and round 250,000 spectate. Read more...

We will continue to add races to this page. In fact, if you have a particular favourite which you think might be suitable, then do contact us to let us know about it. We're most interested in races that are the equivalent of marathon length or longer.

Nevis to St Kitts Cross Channel Swim

Each year 150 or more people enter this 2.5 mile swim between two the Caribbean islands of Nevis and St Kitts. Read more...

Tough Mudder

A series of obstacle races that involve running, a lot of mud and obstacles - swings, walls, tunnels - to negotiate (usually in teams). Read more...