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EUROPEAN 5000 Travel 13 days through 10 countries of the old continent, cruise 5,000 kilometres along forgotten lanes through lost parts of the heart of Europe, worlds away from the tourist swarms. The European 5000 road trip is a hefty adventure stuffed into a compact timeframe. You and your team will experience firsthand the surprising contrasts within Europe as you lumber together along the icy mountain passes of the Alps, ride the curves above the steep coastlines of the Mediterranean and the endless beaches of the Atlantic Coast, climb to the secluded summits of the Pyrenees and snake through the deserts of Spain. With The 5000 European adventure rally, we gently guide you through the heart of Europe. At the Côte d’Azur, we will crown the winner of the European Mountain Summit hill-climb. After 5,000 kilometres we will celebrate the overall-champion of The European 5000 in Amsterdam. At the starting line of The European 5000 near Munich, your team will get a Roadbook full of suggestions for the next stages of the rally, incredible challenges, fun and adventure. Furthermore, you will find all necessary information about the Meet & Greet points as wells as to the official S.A.C Rally-Parties on the road in the Roadbook. Until the finish line in Amsterdam, you and your team are asked to solve the tasks and adventures the best way possible. Creativity and a talent for improvisation will assure you the victory. The missions in the Roadbook are not obligatory! What are you waiting for? Be an adventurer! Sign up now! The European Rally is kicking off for the 7th time in 2020 after six amazing trips since 2014 — and there’s room for only a limited number of teams
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WHY CHARITY? Having an adventure you’ll never forget is one thing. But helping others while you’re at it? That’s where we come in - in fact, it’s the idea behind all SAC rallies! To achieve that goal, we ask every team to raise money for great charity projects. The money can go to projects that we have carefully vetted to ensure that all contributions go where they should—to the people who truly need them. Or you are free to pick a charity of your choice to donate to. You can donate 100% of your collected donations to the project of your choice. As part of our journey we have decided to evolve our charity program and partner with Movember as our charity partner for all of our rallies. The reason for this is that we want to unite the S.A.C community behind a single cause that resonates with almost all of us so we can together have a bigger impact. As part of our journey we have decided to evolve our charity program and partner with the Movember Foundation as our sole charity partner for all of our rallies. The reason for this is that we want to unite the S.A.C community behind a single cause that resonates with almost all of us so we can together have a bigger impact. Movember are the only true global charity tackling men’s health on a global scale. Funds raised will be used to help Movember tackle prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health and suicide prevention. We want to help Movember achieve their target to reduce men dying prematurely by 25% by 2030. We feel very passionately about the cause and we hope you will too. @movember
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ANSWER THE CALL OF THE ISLAND England – Wales - Scotland! Gallop across the heart of Great Britain with Knights of the Island. Knights of the Island is an adventure rally sure to challenge you and your team. It’s not a guided tour, and we won’t give you a specific route to follow. Where would the fun be if you were simply forming an organized caravan with the other rally teams? You set up camp wherever you like, and you take a turn wherever your sense of adventure is leading you. …That having been said, we will, of course, provide each team its very own “Roadbook” at the rally start. The Roadbook, aside from providing directions to various meet-and-greet points and the official S.A.C. rally party on the road, is also filled with offbeat missions in special locations, crazy tasks and novel “street challenges” on alluring alleys. If you figure out the clues hidden in the Roadbook, you’ll get a shot at celebrating the rally spectacle with us in breathtaking locations. You’re not required to partake, but it’s nice to have options, no? www.sac.me
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THE NORTHERNMOST RALLY IN THE WORLD You’re looking for something different and extraordinary next summer? New adventures and horizons? Pure wilderness combined with rough Eastern Bloccities sound like it could be your thing? Then it’s time to start considering the Baltic Sea Circle – the northernmost rally in the world. Explore the northern hemisphere in the ultimate 7.500-km roadtrip around the extraordinary Baltic Sea. Hop in a car that your dad can only dream of. GPS and electronic navigation systems have to stay at home, but don’t worry – your senses will guide you through this epic adventure, where the sun won’t go down for 16 days straight. Now is the time for the next big adventure of your life. Rally Dates 2020: June, 13th - 28th, 2020 THE SIGN UP IS OPEN!
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THE ULTIMATE ADVENTURE THROUGH SOUTHEAST EUROPE 13 days of undiscovered terrain. Down dusty roads, along white beaches, overtop rugged mountain ranges and through the secluded wilderness—right through the heart of the former Eastern Bloc. Experience the pulsing metropolises of Southeast Europe and discover cities and towns where time seems to have stood still. It’s the ultimate old-school auto rally: The Balkan Express! Next August, get ready to embark on the wildest adventure road trip of your life, as you make your way through the fascinatingly diverse landscape of Southeast Europe. Cruise your classic—or modern classic—rally vehicle (which should be at least 20 years old) across 14 countries in 13 days, covering 4,000 km: all without the help of GPS or navigation systems. Your next big adventure starts here! Sign-up 2020 is open NOW! Rally Dates: 20 August - 02 September 2020
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THE HOTTEST ADVENTURE RALLY IN EUROPE From sea level to heights of over 3,000 meters: Cool your heels in a ski suit at temperatures of -5°C, or don that new bikini to bake on a simmering, 35°C beach. The European 5000 Rally—where you’ll experience everything from snow-covered mountain tops and dusty desert sands to the turquoise surf splashing against the rocks as you wend your way through the secluded stretches of old Europe. Gear up in September for the most exciting adventure rally in the Old World—The European 5000 —from stately Munich to charming Amsterdam. As they say, variety is the spice of life! Conquer old Europe in new ways on this all-senses-buzzing journey. Enlist a vehicle as your trusty steed for your road trip along the forgotten thoroughfares of Europe, but leave your GPS and navigation systems at home—rely on your intuition and a good-ol’ map and compass to lead you 5,000 km through the heart of Europe. This is The European 5000 Rally. It’s time for your next adventure.
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Summer adventures checked off the list, and now you want to experience what winter has to offer? On the lookout for a totally new challenge, complete with ice and snow? Want to feel the authenticity of the Arctic’s naked wilderness and gritty metropolises? Then the world’s northernmost rally is for you: The Baltic Sea Circle – Winter Edition! Discover the Northern Hemisphere on the ultimate winter road trip of your life. Hop in your old-school vehicle—minus GPS and navigation system—and make your way through 10 countries, covering 7,500 km and hitting the Arctic Circle as you ring the Baltic Sea at the most thrilling time of year in Northern Europe! Your next big adventure starts here! Rally Date: February 22nd– March 8th, 2020 The application is now OPEN!
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#knightsoftheisland A WILD GALLOP THROUGH THE UNITED KINGDOM Knights of the Island - Great Britain’s wildest adventure rally. Conquer the castles and manor estates of England, crest the legendary Scottish Highlands, and discover the ancient Celtic roots of the land of the dragons, Wales. On this rally you’ll dive right into the soul of Great Britain. Experience up close the incredible natural diversity, get a feeling for both the traditional and post-industrial ways of life in intriguing cities, and taste the freedom and adventure this wild island has to offer. So rev up your old-school rally vehicle in May and step on the gas to begin the adventure. Leave your GPS and navigation systems at home – rely on your senses and good ol’-fashioned tools like maps and a compass to guide you through the lands of the knights, lords and ladies, and kings and queens. Rally dates 2020: 09th May - 18th May 2020 The application is open now! www.sac.me
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The Atlantic Pacific Ocean Drive (APOD) is the superlative in the world of adventure rallies — in all its wild and feral glory, it spans over 15,000 kilometers (over 9,300 miles) from Hamburg to Vladivostok. On your journey, climb 6 of the world’s tallest mountain ranges and cross 4 of the driest deserts on the planet, spread out over 8 time zones and more than 20 countries. Get ready to suit up in July 2020 for the greatest adventure in the world and of your life—from the Atlantic to the Pacific. Take on this challenge, arguably the longest and most adventurous journey you can take overland from West to East, with the help of a classic ’80s set of wheels, or a sensible little compact, or a zippy motorcycle or even a kitschy commercial vehicle. Trust your good sense (and your other senses!) to guide you through Western and Central Asia: All you need is a trusty map and compass—GPS and navigation systems are a no-go! It’ll just be you, your teammate(s), vast expanses and endless adventures. The Atlantic Pacific Ocean Drive will blow your mind. . . #superlativeadventureclub #apod2020 #atlanticpacificoceandrive #outdoor #outdoorphotography #offthebeatentrack #4x4offroad #vanlife #vanlust #challengetheworld #hamburgtovladivostok #adventurerally #adventuretime #adventureisoutthere #youngtimer