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Special thanks to our sponsor, Blake Lapthorn*

 

 

*At the time of the sponsorship of Personal Everest, Blake Lapthorn were known as Blake Lapthorn Tarlo Lyons. 

Our sponsor and supporters have recognised what a fantastic project this is to be associated with and in return we would like to acknowledge the quality and committment these companies, organisations and individuals have demonstrated and would encourage you to visit their web sites to find out more about them.

  Web Link
  Link   www.geoffholt.com
Geoff Holt's new web portal at www.geoffholt.com. From here you can access details on his Public Speaking, Geoff Holt's Atlantic Challenge, his charity work and the ability top buy his new autobiography Walking on Water
  Link   www.personalatlantic.com
Geoff Holt's new adventure, his Atlantic Challenge. For full details visit www.personalatlantic.com
  Link   Walking on Water
Geoff's new autobiography, Walking on Water, is now published.
  Link   Blake Lapthorn
Lawyers Blake Lapthorn* were the sponsor of the Personal Everest Challenge. At the time of their sponsorship, the firm was known as Blake Lapthorn Tarlo Lyons. * On 15.09.08, the firm changed its name to Blake Lapthorn
  Link   WeatherOnline
Accessing detailed and personalised localised weather routing information is one of the most essential requirements for any sailing event, none more so than Personal Everest.
  Link   RIBI Rotary International Britain and Ireland
Our project is delighted to have the help and support of Rotarians around the UK. To see if you can help, email us for a list of our needs en-route.
  Link   OnEdition Photos
For all the official photo's taken so far by OnEdition. Please note and respect the Copyright restrictions. These are by far the best action shots and my thanks to Dan at OnEdition. Go to website and select PERSONAL EVEREST
  Link   Crewsaver
Crewsaver are kindly supplying all of our crew life jackets and Geoff's 275 Newton lifejacket.
  Link   Aladdins Cave
Aladdin's Cave have generously provided a wide variety of our essential chandlery for the trimaran and the RIB.
  Link   Admiralty Charts and Publications
The UKHO have kindly supplied paper charts for entire route ensuring that we have accurate chart data wherever we may find ourselves.
  Link   Bishop Skinner Insurance
Bishop Skinner are looking after all of our marine related insurances and are also providing our 6 man liferaft ensuring we are covered for all eventualities!
  Link   Boatability
Thanks for making available their offices for meetings and their fleet of specially adapted wheelchair accessible powerboats for training support.
  Link   Raymarine
Geoff's boat and all the team support vessels are delighted to be using the best electronics on the market from Raymarine. These will include chartplotters and VHFs.
  Link   Henri Lloyd
Geoff's relationship with Henri Lloyd dates to 1992 when they provided clothing for his first ever sailing Challenge around the Isle of Wight. Geoff always wears specialist Henri Lloyd clothing when at sea to ensure he remains warm and dry.
  Link   Boat Launch
Many thanks to Boat Launch who are providing details of the slipways around the UK. This is an invaluable resource without which the Personal Everest team could not effectively plan their route.
  Link   Marinetrack
Marintetrack will be providing the "real-time" positioning data for the Challenge so visitors to the this site will be able to see Geoff's exact location during the Challenge. This facility will become live once the Challenge commences.
  Link   Andy Cassell Foundation
Many thanks to the ACF for making available advice and support for the Personal Everest Challenge. Andy is a valuable resource for everything to do with elite sailing.
  Link   INSPIRE
For providing support and advice in developing the specialist seating required. A national charity helping those with Spinal Injuries through research.
  Link   Shockmedia Productions
Thanks to Shockmedia for providing specialist on-water filming and editing.
  Link   White Formula
The makers of the Challenger who have made a big contribution to the cost of the new boat.
  Link   UKSA
The UK's national sailing academy who have kindly made available a number of facilities in the run up to the event meaning that regular training will be able to happen.
  Link   Gecko Headgear
Gecko will be providing the specialist helmet and visor to protect Geoff's head from the wind, the spray and the cold.
  Link   Royal Southern Yacht Club
Geoff is delighted to be sailing the Challenge under the prestigious burgee of the Royal Southern Yacht Club.
  Link   Hyde Sails
Hyde will be providing state-of-the-art sails for the Challenge to ensure the boat sails with maximum efficiency and speed.
  Link   ITS Magic
ITS Magic will be providing web based communications for the Challenge including frequent Blog updates, email and other internet based communications during the challenge.
  Link   Challenger Sailing Dinghy & Dans Dream
All about the Trimaran Geoff will be using during the challenge and the fantastic Dan's Dream Project.
 

Radio 4 Midweek

Geoff was a guest recently on radio 4's Midweek programme, hosted by Libby Purves.  To listen to the show again, click here.

Motivational Speaking

Geoff has launched a range of motivational and inspirational lectures aimed directly at businesses.  For more information, click here

Award Winner

2.12.07 Geoff has won the BBC TV South Sports Personality of the Year 2007.  Click Here for more details.

Newsflash

08.03.08. Geoff has been awarded the prestigious Paul Harris Fellowship, Rotary International's highest award in recognition of his achievements.