Testimonials
Here are a few comments and thoughts from some of our friends, colleagues and supporters.
Sir John Beckwith - River and Mercantile
Sir John Beckwith commented:
“We are delighted to be supporting such a worthwhile cause. The River and Mercantile Team Helmut are an exceptional group of young men who have inspired many with their previous expeditions and we look forward to working with them during their forthcoming preparations.
James Barham - River and Mercantile
The Yukon Challenge is a remarkable event that requires remarkable competitors. The River and Mercantile Team Helmut are certainly that. They espouse everything that as a business we seek to emulate; dedication, focus and hard work and we are honoured to be in a position to help the team to achieve their objectives.
Alan Shearer - Former Newcastle United & England Captain
“I’ve known Si for more than 10 years and what he and the rest of the lads take on is hard to get your head round. It’s great that they are willing to go to such extremes to raise money for such important charities. They make us all feel bad for not doing a bit more. The challenges they take on are unbelievable - they found the 330 mile Super Cycle with me easy! I am always happy to support Team Helmut in any way I can. Keep going lads!”
Dan Hanbury - River and Mercantile
I have known the team since our time at Loughborough and I am delighted that along with my colleagues at River and Mercantile we have been able to provide the backing for the team such a worthwhile cause. To compete in such an arduous challenge requires immense character and strength and we are delighted to provide support for the ream to help them reach their objectives.
Dan Hanbury - River and Mercantile
The Team are competing in an exceptionally tough race, raising money for an excellent cause and all of us at River and Mercantile are 100% behind them.
Joleon Lescott - Everton & England Centre Half
“It’s mad really. I can’t believe Si and the rest of the team actually do these things. It’s impressive that they go through so much pain to achieve such great things and they raise massive money along the way. I thought I was quite fit - this takes it to a new level. I can’t believe Si could be fitter than me!”
Peter Rostron - Mountain Hardwear - Official Apparel Sponsor
“I was impressed by the commitment of Team Helmut to meet the challenge of the Marathon Des Sable, but even more impressed by their charity fundraising so when I was approached to help with support for the Yukon adventure I jumped at the opportunity. It’s a tough challenge to undertake due to the climate and terrain but having seen their resourcefulness at first hand I know they will meet it head on. Again I applaud their attitude to their fund raising and the personal nature of the charity will make them even more determined. They will need good kit that they can depend on and I’m confident that Mountain Hardwear can provide that.”
Tom Avery - Polar Explorer
“Over the years, Team Helmut have proven themselves to be endurance race experts, clocking up a long list of impressive performances in some of the world’s toughest long-distance races. The Yukon Arctic Ultra is the hardest of them all, but I have no doubt that with all their years of experience, their determination, impressive physical fitness and British stiff upper lip will be enough to see them through to the finishing line. Good luck fellas!”
Steven Newlands, Managing Director, Vango - Official Supporter
“The athletes of Team Helmut are an inspiring collection of individuals, who push themselves beyond their limits in exactly the same way we test our Vango products.”
Iain Crawford, Vango
“The Yukon Arctic Ultra is the world’s toughest ultra marathon, testing levels of human endurance to their extremes. The ideal conditions to test Vango products to their limit.
The determination and perseverance shown by Team Helmut in raising funds for such an important charity is so inspiring. Vango are extremely proud to sponsor Team Helmut and to support such a great cause as Breast Cancer Care.”