Nathan Peterson (far right) has taken the place of team Salomon/Crested Butte's Bryan "Wick" Wickenhauser at the Abu Dhabi Adventure Challenge. Nathan's been active in New Zealand's multisport scene for years. He recently raced in the Adrenaline Rush, and in Ecomotion in Brazil. Like many Kiwis, Nathan's a strong paddler. Those skills will come in handy here, especially on days two and three, when team Solomon/Crested Butte will paddle the Persian Gulf.