Northern Farm Race today? What were they thinking

[Paul Ruinaard]

So I dragged my fat and unfit body around N Farm today. I managed the 55 km route, but I get to a water table and all they have is sparkling flavored waters because Aquelle is a sponsor.

 

WTF?

 

I know it's not a serious event but all I wanted was a quick cup of water or an Energade.

 

Can someone please explain to these corporate sponsorship people that carbonated drinks actually can dehydrate you.

 

[Heel Drop]

did not even know there was a race

[leon_pro]

Was a great event. Could have been worse, NO WATER.

[Peach.]

I'm surprised they didn't serve Mcd's

[BikeMarketcoza]

Theres plenty of water in the rivers and dams around there I don't know what you complaining about

[madmarc]

Was a great race for a good cause, really cool tattoo arm warmers in the race packs and a glass with an ice cold Zamalek at the finish instead of another medal

 

I rode at back end and all water tables had normal water in 25 L containers. Will always support CHOC races especially this one.

[Guest Karma]

They had normal standard issue unflavored water, but I opted for the shooters instead.

Good event, see you next year. Nothing to moan about.

[lone.*]

Normally you take enough water with you. 3 Liter Camelback

[Guest]

Aquelle are really good sponsors. I see them at just about all sporting events offering their products for free. I think they are setting a good example and support them as much as I can

[Dubber88]

Also agree it was an awesome day and vibe out there. I think the thread name should change to : Well done to the Bainbridge/CHOC crew!

[Vetseun]

Sorry Mate, 55 km. A bottle is enough. Dont need a water table.

[Francois Pienaar]

So I dragged my fat and unfit body around N Farm today. I managed the 55 km route, but I get to a water table and all they have is sparkling flavored waters because Aquelle is a sponsor.

 

WTF?

 

I know it's not a serious event but all I wanted was a quick cup of water or an Energade.

 

Can someone please explain to these corporate sponsorship people that carbonated drinks actually can dehydrate you.

 

Sorry to say, but this is a bit of a BS rant IMHO. Alas you are entitled to your opinion though.

[ValeYellow]

did the 25km (which was really 21.2km) - awesome event, fantastic turnout, and the glass at the finish was pretty cool instead of a medal. I agree, not sure what there is to Rant about, more like a Rave....

[Paul Ruinaard]

So I dragged my fat and unfit body around N Farm today. I managed the 55 km route, but I get to a water table and all they have is sparkling flavored waters because Aquelle is a sponsor.

 

WTF?

 

I know it's not a serious event but all I wanted was a quick cup of water or an Energade.

 

Can someone please explain to these corporate sponsorship people that carbonated drinks actually can dehydrate you.

Yes great event - sorry no issues with the event. Just a suggestion.... Should have made that more clear.

 

Aquelle does not sit well. As I said - fat and unfit so needed a water table stop at the end....

[TopFuel]

So I dragged my fat and unfit body around N Farm today. I managed the 55 km route, but I get to a water table and all they have is sparkling flavored waters because Aquelle is a sponsor.

 

WTF?

 

I know it's not a serious event but all I wanted was a quick cup of water or an Energade.

 

Can someone please explain to these corporate sponsorship people that carbonated drinks actually can dehydrate you.

 

No they dont. They can hydrate you just as well as other drinks.

[IanJ]

I was offered a choice of still unflavoured water, sparkling flavoured water or a shooter, there were also free samples of the new Choc energy bars.

 

No problems at all, great race and vibe.