"If at the top of the ropes, you feel Route One is too frightening, we will offer you an easier route. If that is still too frightening, well, you can always skip the obstacle and come back next year to compete," Dai said.
The challenge for Maddess is to find a balance in the course's design so that seasoned competitors are not bored and newcomers feel they have achieved something by completing the course on their own.
Maddess said, in effect, there would be two races going on simultaneously. There are the real competitors who are looking for a high place in the rankings and then there are the others who just want to experience the thrill and excitement of the race.
"Although the course is not too difficult for first-timers taking it at their own pace, it is grueling for competitors aiming for an expected winning time of around four hours 40 minutes," Maddess said.
Five-time Action Asia winner, Ford No Boundaries, will be coming to Taiwan to defend their title and a number of local teams -- who have gained experience over the last few years -- are keen to challenge their position. It will all start at dawn Sunday Nov. 16. Bring your flashlights.
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