Trundlers hope for big sand dunes in Queensland for XPD

Video entry of trundlers Alex and Amms training for the beaches of North Queensland. Proof that our favourite Asics running shoes really do go everywhere!

This is an example of the type of editing, and post production that will be used in the making of The Trundlers XPD expedition.

Julien 'trundle' definition

To trundle (verb) origin from NZ which means to get to the top of a mountain or big cliff and find the biggest rock you are capapble of carrying. It can be an individual event or team (bigger rocks). Walk to the edge and throw rock down cliff and watch it. Timing the fall is optional but it will provide an estimate of the cliff ... See Moreheight. NZ mountaineering guides are regarded as expert at this sport. Although it contradict any previous climbing ethics, it promotes relaxation, reduces stress, and provides a good laugh. It also provides a good indication of where your climbing partner's body will end up if she or he comes off the climb.
Happy trundling!!!

Image of Trundler Amms on Mt Alymer Ridge in New Zealand looking for suitable sized rocks.

XPD eqipment list is up.

Snorkling, rafting and stingers appear to be on the menu.

No indication of abseiling or mention of crocs.

Training is going well for the XPD.

See how we train!

Climb, Canyon and Trek.

Trundlers in the 24hr - Rob and Julien

This years Max 24hr race was a hard fought battle as Rob and Julien stagger home in ......

Race Report and pics to follow

The A-Team leave for Africa

Africa bound, Trundlers Alex and Ann-Marie go traveling for 6months.

Julien signs up for XPD 2009

The crazy man himself, in a moment of genius or madness - were not quite sure which, commits the Trundlers to competiting on the 2009 XPD. Arguably one of the toughest adventure races in the world, the XPD covers 800km in a total of 5-10days.

More to follow:

GeoQuest 2009 - The Race

In their toughest race to date on arguably the most adventurous GeoQuest course the Trundlers sprinted home in 47hours 27minutes (all without sleep!) to finish 19th out of a field of 43 teams.

Check out the trusty Princeton Tec Apex headlamps that saw us through the darkest, moonless night legs.






Race Report to follow

Trundlers win Paddy Pallin Rogaine

The 6hr Paddy Pallin Rogaine held near Canberra gave the Trundlers the perfect canvas to practice their navigation. With 1200 points the Trundlers took the trophy coming home 1st in the mixed.

Race report and pic to follow:

Trundlers want revenge - GeoQuest 2009

Ann-Marie is back to fitness as a stronger Trundlers team sign up for GeoQuest 2009.

The Race Team:
Alex Head
Ann-Marie Mulligan
Rob Tyson
Julien O'Louchlin

Support Team:
to be announced

Trundlers blitz the Max 24hr

After their first DNF the Trundlers were keen to make a mark in this years 24hr MaxAdventure race. Last year, 2007, saw the Trundlers Amms and Alex take out 4th place in the premier mixed, only narrowly missing out on the podium due to their generosity in helping a team with lost maps around the final trek leg!

In 2008, the race was held again on the Central Coast. On the toughest course to date the Trundlers did not dissappoint.

The Trundlers entered as 2 teams. Alex and Ann-Marie in the mixed and Rob and Julien in the Male Categories. After 18hrs of hard fought racing the final coasteer leg splits the teams. Julien and Rob race home to finish 2nd in the male category (only being beaten by the world class Blackheart team) while Alex and Ann-Marie miss the final CP and come home 3rd in the premier mixed after the time penalty.

Full results here:
http://www.maxadventure.com.au/Max24/max24_08results.htm


The final MTB as the sunsets along an atmospheric Australian fire trail


Race Report to follow

GeoQuest 2008 - Race Report

The tough course and soft Trundlers were punished.

Staggering home after 29Hrs the Trundlers reluctantly pulled out.

Race Report and Pics to follow

GeoQuest 2008 Team Announced

The GeoQuest Team is announced. The Trundlers are joined by experienced city raid racer, Ian ..., in what will prove to be their toughest race to date.

Support Team:
Dave Humphries
Ann-Marie Mulligan

Race Team:
Alex Head
Rob Tyson
Julien O'Loughlan
Ian ....

24HR Tuross Rogaine

Trundlers Rob and Alex enter the 24hr rogaine.

We finish.... after covering around 50km of trail.

Trundlers take 1st Place in Teva Sprint

As the Trundlers continue to enter sprint races and rogaines in preparation for the Geo they take home their first win in the Sydney Teva Adventure Race.

As two teams of three the Trundlers take 1st and 3rd places in the Mixed.




Race Report to follow:

Trundlers Sign Up for GeoQuest 2008

The Trundlers ambitiously commit to the 48Hr GeoQuest race for 2008.

Training has begun......

New Zealand 2007 - The Trundlers Meet

The would be Trundlers meet on the TMC 'Technical Mountaineering Course' in the Southern Alps in New Zealand. We all share a passion for adventure racing and agree to meet in Sydney to race. The concept of Trundling is demonstrated by our NZ mountain guide on the loose rocky ridge above the Kelman Hut. Large rocks are lifted to the precipitous edge and dropped. The progress of the rock as it crashes down to the valley below is then admired. It is a dangerous pursuit best left to professional NZ mountain guides !

Back in Sydney, Alex, Ann-Marie, Rob, Julien and Dave join forces to compete in the AROC and MaxAdventure sprint races and The Trundlers are formed.