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| Phoenix90 Member Since: 04 Mar 2012 Location: Cornwall Posts: 377   
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Hi all,
You may of noticed during my time on the forum, a lot of my posts relate to winter trips in Scandianvia: I’ve been a huge fan of the region since I first visited and following trips where we flew, in 2012 myself and my partner went on our first Defender based exploration in the region for a month, followed up with a two week trip earlier this year. Every time I visit the region I am struck by the beauty of the landscapes and cities, the savagery the weather can display, the friendliness of the people and, when lucky enough to see them, the spellbinding effects of the northern lights. Having talked about the trips on the forum, I’ve been contacted by a number of people asking about our journeys and discussing their own plans or hopes for being able to undertake something similar. So, having been in regular contact with Steve (BPman) since then, who also has experience of the region and was part of a small group expedition there earlier this year, we decided we wanted to go back again, but not just on our own this time… So we have teamed up and form a new venture: Arctic Overland. Arctic Overland will be offering a package for interested parties to join a two-week, group expedition of the arctic north. We had been putting together plans for a 2015 trip, but have been contacted recently by a few people interested in undertaking a 2014 trip so we have decided to float it early, to see if there is any significant interest in a trip for the last week of January, first week of February in 2014. Beginning in Harwich, it will be a chance for those that wish to explore the beauty of this unique region in an affordable but fully organised group expedition. Along the way we will be visiting a number of landmarks including the city of Tromso in Norway, Kiruna in Sweden, and the landmark at Norkapp. We will have the chance to go dog sledding in Kiruna, take a cable car trip in Tromso and each night hope to catch a glimpse of the northern lights. We currently have some interested parties, but not enough confirmed yet to make a 2014 trip viable, so we would like to hear from anyone who would be interested in undertaking such a trip either in 2014 or 2015. Our target group size is four vehicles. We have a website with further information at www.arctic-overland.co.uk and a brochure which we can send via e-mail, but would really like to hear your thoughts and are more than happy to have a totally informal chat with any interested parties at any time, so drop us a PM if you'd like to know more! The trip will not be exclusive to defender owners, we'd also love to see a Disco, FFRR or other makes and models join us in what we hope will be a trip of a lifetime! Kris & Steve contact@arcticoverland.co.uk P.S. Thanks to Martin for the support and letting us publicise this new venture on the forum  Last edited by Phoenix90 on 29th Nov 2013 10:59pm. Edited 1 time in total |
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29th Nov 2013 10:45pm |
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| wyvern Member Since: 14 Dec 2009 Location: Cornwall Posts: 2070 
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I'll get my 6 eggs in now and say that I'm not working between 27 jan and 17 feb 2015!! (at the moment !!)
Fingers crossed for your new venture, We hope to join in on the trips in 2015! Poppy - TDCI (Puma) 110XS 2.2 - Camper conversion - see the build here - https://www.defender2.net/forum/topic56530.html Elgar -TDCI(Puma) 110XS Dormobile - now sold Devon & Cornwall 4x4 Response - DC126  |
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29th Nov 2013 11:06pm |
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| Phoenix90 Member Since: 04 Mar 2012 Location: Cornwall Posts: 377
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Thanks Wyvern
Subject to ferry timetables, our 2015 dates will be approx 01 - 15th Feb
Hope we see you there! |
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29th Nov 2013 11:15pm |
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| wyvern Member Since: 14 Dec 2009 Location: Cornwall Posts: 2070
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Fab-U-lous!!
Fingers crossed for my rota to stay the same! I'll be in touch.  Poppy - TDCI (Puma) 110XS 2.2 - Camper conversion - see the build here - https://www.defender2.net/forum/topic56530.html
Elgar -TDCI(Puma) 110XS Dormobile - now sold Devon & Cornwall 4x4 Response - DC126 |
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29th Nov 2013 11:18pm |
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| a13x Member Since: 25 Sep 2011 Location: Burton on Trent Posts: 551
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I'm interested, is this a company forming to make a profit or are you simply looking for interested parties to join your adventure?
I was thinking of 2015 but I guess could prep early providing the necessary prep could be completed in time. |
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29th Nov 2013 11:31pm |
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| Nobby Member Since: 09 Aug 2012 Location: Wiltshire Posts: 444  
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Good luck and well done for seeking to pass your knowledge and experience. SWMBO has this on her bucket list
 so I am very interested. Looking to buy a 110, may not have it in time for next Jan/Feb. current 90 doesn't fit the bill, not sure you can get snow chains for 20"  _______________________________
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29th Nov 2013 11:47pm |
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| BigRuss Member Since: 15 May 2010 Location: Norfolk Posts: 2785 
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All stated on their website Russell
2011MY 110 XS USW Black |
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29th Nov 2013 11:50pm |
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| Phoenix90 Member Since: 04 Mar 2012 Location: Cornwall Posts: 377
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Hi a13x,
We are not looking to make profit from this at the moment. We are doing this because we love to travel in the region and are building our experience of leading a group. We hope that in the future it may become more of a commercial venture, but for us the underlying reasons are because of our passion for the region and sharing this with others. Even in our wildest dreams for the future we don't expect to make any significant profit from this venture. When I say we aren't making profits, we do hope to cover some of the costs for the lead vehicle, but as you'll appreciate there is not really much of a profit margin and we certainly won't be able to cover all of our costs. We want to be as open and honest as possible, so let me know if you want any further info. Last edited by Phoenix90 on 23rd Feb 2014 12:00am. Edited 1 time in total |
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29th Nov 2013 11:57pm |
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| Phoenix90 Member Since: 04 Mar 2012 Location: Cornwall Posts: 377
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Thanks Nobby
Hopefully we'll see you on one - it is stunning - give me a shout if you want any info at any point. Some photos to whet the appetite from my 2012 trip 2012 Scandinavia Trip |
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30th Nov 2013 12:12am |
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| Landlord Member Since: 27 Oct 2009 Location: Hampshire Posts: 582 
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Can wholeheartedly recommend phoenix90 and his partner. Very enthusiastic couple and very knowledgable on the areas to be visited. Met them at a the Ice Hotel and ferry on the way home this year.
At £1250 its a give away, try organising this trip yourself. It would take weeks of planning and a recce would be advised before venturing there in the winter. You'll get loads of advice and list of essential kit. Go in a well organised group and you'll have a great time. If your planning to go in January next year you'll need to pull your fingers out, fair amount of prep to sort out
Btw I may have some Arctic kit for sale 
Click image to enlarge 2007 TD5 90 Hard Top |
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30th Nov 2013 12:14am |
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| Phoenix90 Member Since: 04 Mar 2012 Location: Cornwall Posts: 377
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Thanks for the recommendation Landlord.
You don't fancy popping back?
It is a tight timeframe, but if we get people signed up by the end of December then we can sort it all without any major issues. We have the places to stay lined up, the route and plan all mapped out, just need to confirm numbers |
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30th Nov 2013 12:27am |
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| Phoenix90 Member Since: 04 Mar 2012 Location: Cornwall Posts: 377
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So, we've been overwhelmed by the response we have received! Thanks to all so far that have given us their support and advice
We're very exited about the venture and looking at the response we have received, we definitely have a trip on our hands for 2015. What isn't so clear yet, is if we have a 2014 trip...
We have a number of very interested parties, but due to the short notice, which we expected, people are struggling to commit due to work or lack of time to prep etc. When we discussed floating the 2014 trip we always thought it may not be possible at this short notice but that we would have a go and see what the response was. So, just so everyone knows, our view is that we need a minimum of two vehicles signed up to make it a reality. The closing date for committing to the trip is 29th of December, this gives us enough time to make the trip work and ensure those joining us have a fantastic time. As always, if anyone wants any further info then please get in touch. If you'd like our vehicle / personal kit prep guide then drop me a PM or send a message through the website. |
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1st Dec 2013 11:11pm |
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| Landlord Member Since: 27 Oct 2009 Location: Hampshire Posts: 582
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Vehicles ready, got the kit but not the time  otherwise would probably have joined you. Good luck in your new venture.
If anyone is considering this don't be put off by the vehicle or kit preparation as it's not as daunting as you think. A well serviced vehicle with some cold weather preparation and you should be ready to go 2007 TD5 90 Hard Top |
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1st Dec 2013 11:39pm |
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| Steveraspberry Member Since: 31 Oct 2013 Location: Sevenoaks Posts: 75
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I could well be interested in this. What sort of restrictions are there for wheelchair users please? MY 90 King Cab 90 with well, loads of kit really. - SOLD
MY 02 D2 ES Black - The next project MY 14 D4 HSE Loire Blue - Mine MY 14 D4 HSE Corris Grey - Alis' MY 08 G4 D3 Genuine one of the 66. Gone but missed quite a bit Free Spirit Carbon Fibre wheelchair Large GSD called Abbs Small GSD called Bailey |
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2nd Dec 2013 12:44am |
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