RallyRAIDio Wed, 29 Oct 2025 05:10:06 +0000 Wed, 29 Oct 2025 05:10:06 +0000 Libsyn RSSgen 1.0 http://rallyraidio.net http://rallyraidio.net https://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/a/0/8/b/a08ba9241af2786a/RRlogo_iTunesB.jpg RallyRAIDio false episodic no 2013 Merzouga Rally 03 -- Lyndon Rising 2013 Merzouga Rally 03 -- Lyndon Rising Fri, 25 Oct 2013 01:31:12 +0000 After a miserable day of intense sickness yesterday that resulted in him sitting out the stage, Lyndon is much recovered today and had a great day on the bike, describing the stage as a "real African Dakar stage"!  Rally On, Lyndon!!

Photo: Part of the show... D.

]]> After a miserable day of intense sickness yesterday that resulted in him sitting out the stage, Lyndon is much recovered today and had a great day on the bike, describing the stage as a "real African Dakar stage"!  Rally On, Lyndon!!

]]> 04:39 false full 2013 Merzouga Rally 02 -- Tough times for Lyndon 2013 Merzouga Rally 02 -- Tough times for Lyndon Wed, 23 Oct 2013 22:24:01 +0000 Lyndon calls in with a comprehensiive from the Bivouac after a rough day on the bike, health wise. 

Photo: Lyndon Poskitt

]]> Lyndon calls in with a comprehensiive from the Bivouac after a rough day on the bike, health wise. 

]]> 07:30 false full 2013 Merzouga Rally 01 -- Lyndon Poskitt 2013 Merzouga Rally 01 -- Lyndon Poskitt Tue, 22 Oct 2013 00:40:27 +0000

On the eve of fulfilling his dream of riding a North African Rallye, Lyndon (Pyndon) Poskitt calls in from the Merzouga Rally. He'll be on his self-built KTM 700. It's great to have you back on RallyRAIDio, Lyndon!  

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On the eve of fulfilling his dream of riding a North African Rallye, Lyndon (Pyndon) Poskitt calls in from the Merzouga Rally. He'll be on his self-built KTM 700. It's great to have you back on RallyRAIDio, Lyndon!  

]]> 05:39 false full 2013 Baja Rally 01 -- Ned Suesse after the first day 2013 Baja Rally 01 -- Ned Suesse after the first day Sun, 06 Oct 2013 14:37:01 +0000 Ned Suesse (Neduro), who we followed with rapt attention during the 2012 Dakar Rally, calls in after Day 1 of the inaugural Baja Rally. Thanks, Ned, and good luck on Day 2!

]]> Ned Suesse (Neduro), who we followed with rapt attention during the 2012 Dakar Rally, calls in after Day 1 of the inaugural Baja Rally. Thanks, Ned, and good luck on Day 2!

]]> 01:52 false full 2013 Dakar 20 -- Luis Belaustegui, The Little Engine Who Could 2013 Dakar 20 -- Luis Belaustegui, The Little Engine Who Could Wed, 23 Jan 2013 15:49:35 +0000 For the third year in a row, fans from around the world have followed Luis Belaustegui as he's attempted the Dakar on a 2-stroke KTM 150. Last year he came agonizingly close before a crash and injury ruled him out a stage from the end. This year, he had to overcome one challenge after the next in order to make it. When you hear his attitude, I think it will be clear why he was able to triumph.

We chat with mechanic and team manager Scott Spears, followed by Luis, as they are on a layover on their flight home from Chile.  Thanks for taking the time to speak with us guys, and congratulations on a job well done!!

]]> For the third year in a row, fans from around the world have followed Luis Belaustegui as he's attempted the Dakar on a 2-stroke KTM 150. Last year he came agonizingly close before a crash and injury ruled him out a stage from the end. This year, he had to overcome one challenge after the next in order to make it. When you hear his attitude, I think it will be clear why he was able to triumph.

We chat with mechanic and team manager Scott Spears, followed by Luis, as they are on a layover on their flight home from Chile.  Thanks for taking the time to speak with us guys, and congratulations on a job well done!!

]]> 34:42 false full 2013 Dakar 19 -- It's in the books, Interview with Lyndon after the podium 2013 Dakar 19 -- It's in the books, Interview with Lyndon after the podium Mon, 21 Jan 2013 00:51:11 +0000 Fresh off the podium, we catch up with Lyndon for a wrap-up interview for his 2013 Dakar effort. Many of you have asked to hear from Lyndon's dad, Robin, who served as his mechanic for the race, and I'm happy to say that Robin joined us for this call! Grab your favorite beverage and sit back for the final details and some reflection on the past fortnight (indeed, the past year). Cheers!

]]> Fresh off the podium, we catch up with Lyndon for a wrap-up interview for his 2013 Dakar effort. Many of you have asked to hear from Lyndon's dad, Robin, who served as his mechanic for the race, and I'm happy to say that Robin joined us for this call! Grab your favorite beverage and sit back for the final details and some reflection on the past fortnight (indeed, the past year). Cheers!

]]> 52:04 false full 2013 Dakar 18 -- Lyndon at the finish!!!! 2013 Dakar 18 -- Lyndon at the finish!!!! Sat, 19 Jan 2013 23:09:39 +0000 Preempting the throngs of "official" media, Lyndon first calls in to RallyRAIDio from the finish line of his first Dakar. A Dakar rookie, but hardly a novice, Lyndon's effort this year is a textbook lesson on how to bring it home. CONGRATS, Lyndon!!!

]]> Preempting the throngs of "official" media, Lyndon first calls in to RallyRAIDio from the finish line of his first Dakar. A Dakar rookie, but hardly a novice, Lyndon's effort this year is a textbook lesson on how to bring it home. CONGRATS, Lyndon!!!

]]> 02:13 false full 2013 Dakar 17 -- Lyndon Poskitt on the Penultimate day 2013 Dakar 17 -- Lyndon Poskitt on the Penultimate day Sat, 19 Jan 2013 02:21:36 +0000 An upbeat Lyndon calls in on the Penultimate day of the rally. After his miraculous (and rally-saving) mechanical repair yesterday, he started well down the field today and had to contend with a lot of dust, passing 40 bikes and quads through the course of the stage. One day to go, and Lyndon knows it's not over until the finishers medal (which is satisfyingly heavy, as Ned Suesse informed us last year) is in his hand. Keep it steady, Lyndon, and thanks for the ride!

]]> An upbeat Lyndon calls in on the Penultimate day of the rally. After his miraculous (and rally-saving) mechanical repair yesterday, he started well down the field today and had to contend with a lot of dust, passing 40 bikes and quads through the course of the stage. One day to go, and Lyndon knows it's not over until the finishers medal (which is satisfyingly heavy, as Ned Suesse informed us last year) is in his hand. Keep it steady, Lyndon, and thanks for the ride!

]]> 06:12 false full 2013 Dakar 16 -- Lyndon saves his rally 2013 Dakar 16 -- Lyndon saves his rally Thu, 17 Jan 2013 23:20:03 +0000 It was clear from the timing sheets that something dramatic had happened to Lyndon in the first sector of today's stage, but no one in cyberspace could have imagined how close his rally came to being over. Lesser men would not have been able to repair the damage and bring it home (on pace, no less, once he got going again).  We didn't have an interview planned, but I was able to catch Lyndon on his call in and have a chat -- glad I did!  Go "Inside the Helmet" as Lyndon talks about what was going through his mind both out on the piste, and at the end of the stage.  Brilliant stuff.

]]> It was clear from the timing sheets that something dramatic had happened to Lyndon in the first sector of today's stage, but no one in cyberspace could have imagined how close his rally came to being over. Lesser men would not have been able to repair the damage and bring it home (on pace, no less, once he got going again).  We didn't have an interview planned, but I was able to catch Lyndon on his call in and have a chat -- glad I did!  Go "Inside the Helmet" as Lyndon talks about what was going through his mind both out on the piste, and at the end of the stage.  Brilliant stuff.

]]> 18:38 false full 2013 Dakar 15 -- Lyndon survives Fiambala 2013 Dakar 15 -- Lyndon survives Fiambala Thu, 17 Jan 2013 01:41:50 +0000 Lyndon calls in after the Fiambala stage, which turned out to be of a much different character than those run on previous editions. True to form, however, the stages that appear shortest on the route description prove to be long on challenge. Looking ahead, the rally crosses the high passes back into Chile tomorrow, with three long days to go before the riders can allow themselves to relax.  Keep it steady, Lyndon.

]]> Lyndon calls in after the Fiambala stage, which turned out to be of a much different character than those run on previous editions. True to form, however, the stages that appear shortest on the route description prove to be long on challenge. Looking ahead, the rally crosses the high passes back into Chile tomorrow, with three long days to go before the riders can allow themselves to relax.  Keep it steady, Lyndon.

]]> 06:10 false full 2013 Dakar 14 -- Lyndon finally goes down 2013 Dakar 14 -- Lyndon finally goes down Wed, 16 Jan 2013 02:11:12 +0000 No way to dance around it, Stage 10 was a tough day on the job for Lyndon. Things came unglued in a high speed corner resulting in a high side that banged up both bike and rider alike. Tomorrow is the famed (and oft dreaded) Fiambala stage, so hopefully they'll both be fully recovered. Rest up, Lyndon. We look forward to a happier call tomorrow!

Photo: Very hard day for both of us today, me and the bike. Dad's on the case though.

]]> No way to dance around it, Stage 10 was a tough day on the job for Lyndon. Things came unglued in a high speed corner resulting in a high side that banged up both bike and rider alike. Tomorrow is the famed (and oft dreaded) Fiambala stage, so hopefully they'll both be fully recovered. Rest up, Lyndon. We look forward to a happier call tomorrow!

]]> 07:35 false full 2013 Dakar 13 -- Best seat in the house, Lyndon Poskitt in the top 10 2013 Dakar 13 -- Best seat in the house, Lyndon Poskitt in the top 10 Tue, 15 Jan 2013 03:00:56 +0000 How does it feel to start amongst your heroes in the first 10 on a stage in the Dakar? Pretty magical. Lyndon started 9th from the line in today's stage, ahead of such stalwarts as Cyril Despres, Helder Rogrigues, and Chaleco Lopez. Knowing full well that they would catch him on track, he rode his own ride, and was treated to a show out along the way.  Kid in a candy store? You bet! It's a whole different world at the front end of the field. Grab a beer, and enjoy the tale!

]]> How does it feel to start amongst your heroes in the first 10 on a stage in the Dakar? Pretty magical. Lyndon started 9th from the line in today's stage, ahead of such stalwarts as Cyril Despres, Helder Rogrigues, and Chaleco Lopez. Knowing full well that they would catch him on track, he rode his own ride, and was treated to a show out along the way.  Kid in a candy store? You bet! It's a whole different world at the front end of the field. Grab a beer, and enjoy the tale!

]]> 09:02 false full 2013 Dakar 12 -- Lyndon Poskitt on the rest day 2013 Dakar 12 -- Lyndon Poskitt on the rest day Mon, 14 Jan 2013 02:35:48 +0000 Interview with Lyndon Poskitt on the rest day, Listeners' questions answered including whether he thinks a 950 would be up to the task.

]]> Interview with Lyndon Poskitt on the rest day, Listeners' questions answered including whether he thinks a 950 would be up to the task.

]]> 15:31 false full 2013 Dakar 11 -- Service crew update from the rest day 2013 Dakar 11 -- Service crew update from the rest day Mon, 14 Jan 2013 01:55:00 +0000 Dave from Rally Management Services chats with us from the rest day bivouac for the stories on Kevin Muggleton's abbreviated run, updates on crowd favorite Luis on the 150cc 2 stroke, and what it's like to participate not as a rider, but on the team side of things (a perspective that may be more realistic for many of us).

Thanks for taking time out of your busy schedule for us, Dave!

Photo: Received picture of mechanics: Dave, Jaime and Scott.

(Dave from RMS at left, Freedom Racing Team photo)

]]> Dave from Rally Management Services chats with us from the rest day bivouac for the stories on Kevin Muggleton's abbreviated run, updates on crowd favorite Luis on the 150cc 2 stroke, and what it's like to participate not as a rider, but on the team side of things (a perspective that may be more realistic for many of us).

Thanks for taking time out of your busy schedule for us, Dave!

(Dave from RMS at left, Freedom Racing Team photo)

]]> 24:16 false full 2013 Dakar 10 - Lyndon Poskitt, TOP 10 FINISHER!! 2013 Dakar 10 - Lyndon Poskitt, TOP 10 FINISHER!! Sun, 13 Jan 2013 01:54:07 +0000 We have a great interactive interview from the bivouac with Lyndon Poskitt following his top 10 finish on stage 8! What's it feel like to have the ride of your life, and come in to find that it landed you in the top 10 on a day that caught out many of the best rally riders in the world? Grab a beer or two, and listen in to find out!  Congrats, Lyndon!!!

  

]]> We have a great interactive interview from the bivouac with Lyndon Poskitt following his top 10 finish on stage 8! What's it feel like to have the ride of your life, and come in to find that it landed you in the top 10 on a day that caught out many of the best rally riders in the world? Grab a beer or two, and listen in to find out!  Congrats, Lyndon!!!

  

]]> 21:50 false full 2013 Dakar 09 -- Marathon stages part 1 2013 Dakar 09 -- Marathon stages part 1 Sat, 12 Jan 2013 03:40:18 +0000 Lyndon calls in after the first of two marathon stages (bikes spend the night in their own bivouac, no assistance crews for the duration of two consecutive days). It was a rough day for him, both physically/health, and mechanically on the bike, which luckily can be considered his first setbacks of the rally. It was also an emotional day, as a moto competitor was killed on the liaison to the start of the special. Godspeed, Thomas Bourgin.

]]> Lyndon calls in after the first of two marathon stages (bikes spend the night in their own bivouac, no assistance crews for the duration of two consecutive days). It was a rough day for him, both physically/health, and mechanically on the bike, which luckily can be considered his first setbacks of the rally. It was also an emotional day, as a moto competitor was killed on the liaison to the start of the special. Godspeed, Thomas Bourgin.

]]> 08:07 false full 2013 Dakar 08 -- The Longest Stage (sort of) 2013 Dakar 08 -- The Longest Stage (sort of) Thu, 10 Jan 2013 21:56:50 +0000 Lyndon rings in after the longest stage (in selective miles) of this year's rally.

]]> Lyndon rings in after the longest stage (in selective miles) of this year's rally.

]]> 09:03 false full 2013 Dakar 07 -- Hills, hills, and more hills. Did we mention the hills? 2013 Dakar 07 -- Hills, hills, and more hills. Did we mention the hills? Thu, 10 Jan 2013 03:28:29 +0000 Stage 5 was billed as a "short" stage, but as Lyndon reports, woe is the competitor who confused distance, with challenge. Put into difficulty on several occasions, his enjoyment of the stage is nevertheless very clear in his voice (as Ned predicted it would be today).  The competitors have a 0430 start tomorrow, compounded by a further two hour loss of sleep due to the time change in Chile. Get some rest, Lyndon, you'll need it for the marathon stage tomorrow!

]]> Stage 5 was billed as a "short" stage, but as Lyndon reports, woe is the competitor who confused distance, with challenge. Put into difficulty on several occasions, his enjoyment of the stage is nevertheless very clear in his voice (as Ned predicted it would be today).  The competitors have a 0430 start tomorrow, compounded by a further two hour loss of sleep due to the time change in Chile. Get some rest, Lyndon, you'll need it for the marathon stage tomorrow!

]]> 03:38 false full 2013 Dakar 06 -- Interview with Lyndon, guest starring Ned Suesse! 2013 Dakar 06 -- Interview with Lyndon, guest starring Ned Suesse! Wed, 09 Jan 2013 03:44:33 +0000 It's hard to believe it's only been four stages, but they've been some of the toughest opening stages on any edition of the Dakar to date.  After a marathon 700+km day, we catch up with Lyndon Poskitt for an interactive interview, featuring special guest, and Lyndon's dear friend, Ned Suesse (of 2012 RallyRAIDio fame). Grab a beer (or coffee, depending on when you listen to this) and sit back as we catch up on Lyndon's rally, and listen to Ned and Lyndon compare notes on their experiences.

Thanks, Lyndon, and thanks Ned for joining us. It's great to have you back on RallyRAIDio!

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]]> It's hard to believe it's only been four stages, but they've been some of the toughest opening stages on any edition of the Dakar to date.  After a marathon 700+km day, we catch up with Lyndon Poskitt for an interactive interview, featuring special guest, and Lyndon's dear friend, Ned Suesse (of 2012 RallyRAIDio fame). Grab a beer (or coffee, depending on when you listen to this) and sit back as we catch up on Lyndon's rally, and listen to Ned and Lyndon compare notes on their experiences.

Thanks, Lyndon, and thanks Ned for joining us. It's great to have you back on RallyRAIDio!

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]]> 30:37 false full 2013 Dakar 05 -- Lyndon's having fun 2013 Dakar 05 -- Lyndon's having fun Tue, 08 Jan 2013 02:07:00 +0000 On a day that saw many competitors come to grief on the long and challenging stage, it's clear that Lyndon is having a blast and enjoying the ride. Listen in, you'll be grinning ear to ear by the end, too.  Thanks for bringing us along for the ride, Lyndon! Keep it Pyn'd!

]]> On a day that saw many competitors come to grief on the long and challenging stage, it's clear that Lyndon is having a blast and enjoying the ride. Listen in, you'll be grinning ear to ear by the end, too.  Thanks for bringing us along for the ride, Lyndon! Keep it Pyn'd!

]]> 04:24 false full 2013 Dakar 04 -- Lyndon Poskitt 2013 Dakar 04 -- Lyndon Poskitt Sun, 06 Jan 2013 23:50:17 +0000 Lyndon calls in with the details from Stage 2, a day which saw the first riders put into difficulty on a long, sandy stage.  In a war of attrition, Lyndon rode a sensible ride today. Keep it steady, Lyndon, and thanks for the great call!

]]> Lyndon calls in with the details from Stage 2, a day which saw the first riders put into difficulty on a long, sandy stage.  In a war of attrition, Lyndon rode a sensible ride today. Keep it steady, Lyndon, and thanks for the great call!

]]> 02:19 false full 2013 Dakar 03 -- First stage in the books 2013 Dakar 03 -- First stage in the books Sun, 06 Jan 2013 03:20:25 +0000 First stage is in the books, and Lyndon had a blast on the prologue. He gives us a call before settling in for the night. The "real" Dakar starts tomorrow with a 250km special to test the riders and drivers. Good luck!

]]> First stage is in the books, and Lyndon had a blast on the prologue. He gives us a call before settling in for the night. The "real" Dakar starts tomorrow with a 250km special to test the riders and drivers. Good luck!

]]> 02:25 false full 2013 Dakar 02 -- Lyndon Poskitt on the eve of the race 2013 Dakar 02 -- Lyndon Poskitt on the eve of the race Sat, 05 Jan 2013 03:40:26 +0000 We catch up with Lyndon for an interview just after he returns from the riders' briefing on the eve of the race, and get some insight into what's on his mind. Sounds like his head is in the right place! Get some rest tongiht, Lyndon, and enjoy the journey tomorrow!

Photo credit: Kevin Muggleton to Dakar FB

]]> We catch up with Lyndon for an interview just after he returns from the riders' briefing on the eve of the race, and get some insight into what's on his mind. Sounds like his head is in the right place! Get some rest tongiht, Lyndon, and enjoy the journey tomorrow!

Photo credit: Kevin Muggleton to Dakar FB

]]> 17:33 false full 2013 Dakar 01 -- Lyndon Poskitt on the eve of departure 2013 Dakar 01 -- Lyndon Poskitt on the eve of departure Sat, 22 Dec 2012 14:52:00 +0000 We kick off our 2013 Dakar Rally call-in coverage with an interview with Lyndon Poskitt (aka Pyndon on ADVrider) on the eve of his departure for South America. His prep hasn't gone exactly to plan, with a broken foot sidelining him for a critical portion of the season, but he's cleared to ride and ready to take on the biggest motorsports challenge on the planet... Go, Lyndon!!

]]> We kick off our 2013 Dakar Rally call-in coverage with an interview with Lyndon Poskitt (aka Pyndon on ADVrider) on the eve of his departure for South America. His prep hasn't gone exactly to plan, with a broken foot sidelining him for a critical portion of the season, but he's cleared to ride and ready to take on the biggest motorsports challenge on the planet... Go, Lyndon!!

]]> 10:37 false full 2012 Sardina Rally 08 -- Lyndon Brings it home! 2012 Sardina Rally 08 -- Lyndon Brings it home! Fri, 29 Jun 2012 01:43:00 +0000 Lyndon calls in from the finish of his first FIM rally! It's been an intense ride, different in character from the Dakar, but providing invaluable lessons that will serve him well down the line. Job well done, Lyndon!

Photo: They say a picture says 1000 words!

]]> Lyndon calls in from the finish of his first FIM rally! It's been an intense ride, different in character from the Dakar, but providing invaluable lessons that will serve him well down the line. Job well done, Lyndon!

]]> 06:22 false full 2012 Sardinia Rally 07 -- Lyndon Poskitt in-depth 2012 Sardinia Rally 07 -- Lyndon Poskitt in-depth Thu, 28 Jun 2012 01:55:00 +0000 Lyndon rings in with an in-depth followup to his earlier call, including insight on his mental approach to the race, and some pearls on roadbook preparation among other topics. Thanks for letting us inside the helmet, Lyndon!

]]> Lyndon rings in with an in-depth followup to his earlier call, including insight on his mental approach to the race, and some pearls on roadbook preparation among other topics. Thanks for letting us inside the helmet, Lyndon!

]]> 09:47 false full 2012 Sardinia Rally 06 -- Lyndon's close call 2012 Sardinia Rally 06 -- Lyndon's close call Wed, 27 Jun 2012 14:12:08 +0000 Lyndon calls in after having had a very close call on today's stage. Lucky to be uninjured, he brought the bike home (in surprisingly good time), but the team have work to do tonight. One more stage to go, bring it home safe, Lyndon!

]]> Lyndon calls in after having had a very close call on today's stage. Lucky to be uninjured, he brought the bike home (in surprisingly good time), but the team have work to do tonight. One more stage to go, bring it home safe, Lyndon!

]]> 03:30 false full 2012 Sardinia Rally 05 -- Lyndon's third day 2012 Sardinia Rally 05 -- Lyndon's third day Wed, 27 Jun 2012 01:36:09 +0000 Lyndon rings in on the way to bed down for the night after a shortened day three. The second special of the day (SS6) was cancelled due to wildfires in the area. Big day on tap tomorrow, with just one special but over 180km of racing from the 300+ km day. It took him over 3hrs to do the roadbook for the stage! He's been having problems with his right hand due to bike vibration, hopefully the team can sort a solution overnight.

Sleep well, Lyndon. We'll look forward to hearing from you tomorrow!

]]> Lyndon rings in on the way to bed down for the night after a shortened day three. The second special of the day (SS6) was cancelled due to wildfires in the area. Big day on tap tomorrow, with just one special but over 180km of racing from the 300+ km day. It took him over 3hrs to do the roadbook for the stage! He's been having problems with his right hand due to bike vibration, hopefully the team can sort a solution overnight.

Sleep well, Lyndon. We'll look forward to hearing from you tomorrow!

]]> 02:38 false full 2012 Sardinia Rally 04 -- Lyndon's second day 2012 Sardinia Rally 04 -- Lyndon's second day Tue, 26 Jun 2012 01:42:09 +0000 Lyndon calls in after the tough second day of the Sardinia rally, having learned a valuable nav lesson (read: learned the hard way) on how he was marking his roadbook. Apart from that, no significant issues and certainly making good on his intent to gain experience in the subtleties of rallye. He's looking forward to tomorrow -- keep it steady, Lyndon!

Photo: On my way to the bivouac this afternoon, thought I'd share the view while I got the feeling back in my hands after the last special test today.

Check out Lyndon's facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/LyndonPoskittRacing and his thread on ADVrider: http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=777301 

]]> Lyndon calls in after the tough second day of the Sardinia rally, having learned a valuable nav lesson (read: learned the hard way) on how he was marking his roadbook. Apart from that, no significant issues and certainly making good on his intent to gain experience in the subtleties of rallye. He's looking forward to tomorrow -- keep it steady, Lyndon!

Check out Lyndon's facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/LyndonPoskittRacing and his thread on ADVrider: http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=777301 

]]> 04:20 false full 2012 Sardinia Rally 03 -- Lyndon Poskitt's first stage 2012 Sardinia Rally 03 -- Lyndon Poskitt's first stage Sun, 24 Jun 2012 21:42:00 +0000 Lyndon calls in after his first stage of his first FIM rally. Every bit of a challenge, he's seeing his strategy of entering a rally prior to Dakar paying dividends already. Keep it steady, Pyn!

Photo: End of day 1 in Sardinia. Rocks, rocks and more rocks. Nav was a bit sketchy at first but got progressively better throughout the day. Marathon stage tomorrow so no service crews till Tuesday night! Voice calls coming shortly from Rally Radio.

]]> Lyndon calls in after his first stage of his first FIM rally. Every bit of a challenge, he's seeing his strategy of entering a rally prior to Dakar paying dividends already. Keep it steady, Pyn!

]]> 03:55 false full 2012 Sardinia Rally 02 -- Lyndon Poskitt 2012 Sardinia Rally 02 -- Lyndon Poskitt Sun, 24 Jun 2012 21:35:12 +0000 Lyndon calls in after scrutineering and preparing his roadbook at the Sardinia Rally. Ready to go despite a scare in the parking area!

]]> Lyndon calls in after scrutineering and preparing his roadbook at the Sardinia Rally. Ready to go despite a scare in the parking area!

]]> 03:18 false full 2012 Sardinia Rally 01 -- Lyndon Poskitt 2012 Sardinia Rally 01 -- Lyndon Poskitt Sun, 24 Jun 2012 21:28:51 +0000 Lyndon calls in after his arrival in Sardinia. Prep has gone well, nothing left now but to get on with it!

Photo: Got a spot opposite Cyril's camp, just hanging out in the shade

Check out Lyndon's facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/LyndonPoskittRacing and his thread on ADVrider: http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=777301 

]]> Lyndon calls in after his arrival in Sardinia. Prep has gone well, nothing left now but to get on with it!

Check out Lyndon's facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/LyndonPoskittRacing and his thread on ADVrider: http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=777301 

]]> 03:52 false full 2012 Dakar 26 -- Behind the ASO media curtain with Ben Constanduros 2012 Dakar 26 -- Behind the ASO media curtain with Ben Constanduros Thu, 26 Jan 2012 02:44:00 +0000 The Dakar Review

(Photo credit: benconstanduros.com)

We get an insider's look "behind the curtain" where the ASO produces the video feed for the Dakar Rally with BenConstanduros. If you've ever marveled at the stunning images from the rally, you'll be amazed by the logistics required to get them worldwide from a race day that spans hundreds of kilometers. If you've ever been frustrated by what's been show (or hasn't been shown), insight, too, on that. Thanks, Ben! Hardcore Rallye Tragics, don't miss this one.

You can follow Ben on twitter @BenConsty, or check out his site and blog at http://benconstanduros.com/blog

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(Photo credit: benconstanduros.com)

We get an insider's look "behind the curtain" where the ASO produces the video feed for the Dakar Rally with BenConstanduros. If you've ever marveled at the stunning images from the rally, you'll be amazed by the logistics required to get them worldwide from a race day that spans hundreds of kilometers. If you've ever been frustrated by what's been show (or hasn't been shown), insight, too, on that. Thanks, Ben! Hardcore Rallye Tragics, don't miss this one.

You can follow Ben on twitter @BenConsty, or check out his site and blog at http://benconstanduros.com/blog

]]> 01:05:59 false full 2012 Dakar 25 -- A view from the team truck 2012 Dakar 25 -- A view from the team truck Wed, 25 Jan 2012 03:42:00 +0000

(Photo of Tim courtesy Ted Johnson)

Ted Johnson chats with us after the Dakar rally, giving us an inside view of the bivouac from the back seat of Rally PanAm's team truck. Even if you don't have the stuff to compete, you can get inside the rally in a way you never dreamed possible by buying in to a team seat. This could be one expensive call in, for the die hard fans listening. You've been warned.

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(Photo of Tim courtesy Ted Johnson)

Ted Johnson chats with us after the Dakar rally, giving us an inside view of the bivouac from the back seat of Rally PanAm's team truck. Even if you don't have the stuff to compete, you can get inside the rally in a way you never dreamed possible by buying in to a team seat. This could be one expensive call in, for the die hard fans listening. You've been warned.

]]> 41:10 false full 2012 Dakar 24 -- Ned Suesse, The Wrap Up 2012 Dakar 24 -- Ned Suesse, The Wrap Up Wed, 18 Jan 2012 01:49:00 +0000

We last heard from Ned with a brief voicemail after the finish. We were finally able to catch up with him for a full interview from the airport in Miami on his way home today. Welcome back to the US of A, Ned. You've done us proud. Very proud. Grab a few beers (or coffee's, if you're at work -- dont' worry, we won't tell the boss) and listen in to get answers to the questions many of you have asked. A few surprising revelations, and more detail than a Dakar Junkie could ever hope to find anywhere else. To get any more involved in the race, you'd have to fork over your own entry fee.  Thanks for letting us Inside the Helmet, Ned. Can't wait to follow you wherever your next adventure may take you.

For those of you who aren't already following along, check out Ned's EXCELLENT thread on ADVrider.com: http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=707131

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We last heard from Ned with a brief voicemail after the finish. We were finally able to catch up with him for a full interview from the airport in Miami on his way home today. Welcome back to the US of A, Ned. You've done us proud. Very proud. Grab a few beers (or coffee's, if you're at work -- dont' worry, we won't tell the boss) and listen in to get answers to the questions many of you have asked. A few surprising revelations, and more detail than a Dakar Junkie could ever hope to find anywhere else. To get any more involved in the race, you'd have to fork over your own entry fee.  Thanks for letting us Inside the Helmet, Ned. Can't wait to follow you wherever your next adventure may take you.

For those of you who aren't already following along, check out Ned's EXCELLENT thread on ADVrider.com: http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=707131

]]> 50:50 false full 2012 Dakar 23 -- Ned Suesse, Dakar finisher! 2012 Dakar 23 -- Ned Suesse, Dakar finisher! Sun, 15 Jan 2012 19:31:00 +0000

Dakar finisher's medal in hand, Ned calls us with a quick update from the hotel following the podium presentations. Congrats, Ned. Goal met. Can't wait to hear what it feels like once that thought has firmly sunk in.

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Dakar finisher's medal in hand, Ned calls us with a quick update from the hotel following the podium presentations. Congrats, Ned. Goal met. Can't wait to hear what it feels like once that thought has firmly sunk in.

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]]> Ned on the finish podium

]]> 21 false full 2012 Dakar 22 -- Neduro on the Penultimate Stage12 2012 Dakar 22 -- Neduro on the Penultimate Stage12 Sat, 14 Jan 2012 21:53:00 +0000

Another great interactive chat with Ned from the bivouac after the penultimate stage, stage 13. Tomorrow's stage is a liaison and then largely ceremonial special into the finish in Lima. Almost in, Ned!

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Another great interactive chat with Ned from the bivouac after the penultimate stage, stage 13. Tomorrow's stage is a liaison and then largely ceremonial special into the finish in Lima. Almost in, Ned!

]]> 22:43 false full 2012 Dakar 21 -- Stan Watt 2nd half 2012 Dakar 21 -- Stan Watt 2nd half Sat, 14 Jan 2012 21:50:00 +0000

(Photo credit: Webventure)

Stan calls in after stage 13, just one more short 29km special and a moderate liaison to go before the finish podium in Lima. Stan's had a solid run in the second half, and is philosophical about the way his first half went. Cheers, Stan!

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(Photo credit: Webventure)

Stan calls in after stage 13, just one more short 29km special and a moderate liaison to go before the finish podium in Lima. Stan's had a solid run in the second half, and is philosophical about the way his first half went. Cheers, Stan!

]]> 02:53 false full 2012 Dakar 20 -- Toby Younger, Ironman of the year? 2012 Dakar 20 -- Toby Younger, Ironman of the year? Sat, 14 Jan 2012 02:49:00 +0000

(Photo Credit: Eurosport)

Neil (Bluebull2007) catches up with Toby Younger at the bivouac in Nasca, Peru, after stage 12. While for many this year "Marathon Stage" is just a fancy way of saying "Motorcycle-only campout", for Toby it's been a true "Marathon Rally", in every sense of the phrase. Made famous to the general audience by his overnight in the dunes prior to the rest day, Toby's managed more midnight km's than any other moto in the race.  And yet in every photo, there's that indomitable smile, shining through.  Thanks for talking with us, Toby, and keep those wheels rolling for another two days!

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(Photo Credit: Eurosport)

Neil (Bluebull2007) catches up with Toby Younger at the bivouac in Nasca, Peru, after stage 12. While for many this year "Marathon Stage" is just a fancy way of saying "Motorcycle-only campout", for Toby it's been a true "Marathon Rally", in every sense of the phrase. Made famous to the general audience by his overnight in the dunes prior to the rest day, Toby's managed more midnight km's than any other moto in the race.  And yet in every photo, there's that indomitable smile, shining through.  Thanks for talking with us, Toby, and keep those wheels rolling for another two days!

]]> 09:48 false full 2012 Dakar 19 -- Ned Suesse Stage 12 2012 Dakar 19 -- Ned Suesse Stage 12 Sat, 14 Jan 2012 01:17:00 +0000

Ned calls in from the windy (gave the sat phone a few fits, apologies) bivouac in Peru following Stage 12, the conclusion of the "marathon" stage -- which Ned found to be a bit of a farce since the factory teams basically got a full service along the liaison route after the special. A few mechanical gremlins overnight for Ned, his training paid off through the dunes and he made it in to camp where they'll overhaul the clutch on the bike tonight. Last big stage tomorrow, keep your fingers crossed for a clean run. Goooooo! Ned!!

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Ned calls in from the windy (gave the sat phone a few fits, apologies) bivouac in Peru following Stage 12, the conclusion of the "marathon" stage -- which Ned found to be a bit of a farce since the factory teams basically got a full service along the liaison route after the special. A few mechanical gremlins overnight for Ned, his training paid off through the dunes and he made it in to camp where they'll overhaul the clutch on the bike tonight. Last big stage tomorrow, keep your fingers crossed for a clean run. Goooooo! Ned!!

]]> 04:16 false full Happy F5 Day! Happy F5 Day! Fri, 13 Jan 2012 14:42:50 +0000 The Birthday Girl wishes everyone out there a happy F5 day!

]]> The Birthday Girl wishes everyone out there a happy F5 day!

]]> 06 false full 2012 Dakar 18 -- Stage 11 - Ned has his "Dakar Moment" 2012 Dakar 18 -- Stage 11 - Ned has his "Dakar Moment" Thu, 12 Jan 2012 22:08:00 +0000

Having surmounted some unusual challenges on Stage 11, Ned Suesse has his "Dakar Moment" while on the liaison to the moto-only marathon bivouac. Ever-giving of himself, he pulls over to call us "in the moment". The seemingly unflappable Neduro brought to tears, this has to be one of the most heartfelt calls in RallyRAIDio history. Do not miss.

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Having surmounted some unusual challenges on Stage 11, Ned Suesse has his "Dakar Moment" while on the liaison to the moto-only marathon bivouac. Ever-giving of himself, he pulls over to call us "in the moment". The seemingly unflappable Neduro brought to tears, this has to be one of the most heartfelt calls in RallyRAIDio history. Do not miss.

]]> 04:10 false full 2012 Dakar 17 -- Neil from the Moto Bivouac 2012 Dakar 17 -- Neil from the Moto Bivouac Thu, 12 Jan 2012 21:55:00 +0000 http://bluebull2007.smugmug.com/Other/Dakar/i-7zgsvvN/0/M/Dt1a-M.jpg

Neil calls in with a man-on-the-scene report from the entrance to the Moto Bivouac after having followed Ned Suesse in on the liaison. Sounds like there are some stories to be told!

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Neil calls in with a man-on-the-scene report from the entrance to the Moto Bivouac after having followed Ned Suesse in on the liaison. Sounds like there are some stories to be told!

]]> 01:16 false full 2012 Dakar 16 -- Darryl Curtis Stage 11 2012 Dakar 16 -- Darryl Curtis Stage 11 Thu, 12 Jan 2012 12:48:00 +0000 ADVrider's own roving reporter, Bluebull2007, meets up with Darryl Curtis at the start of stage 11 for a quick interview and an update on his rally thusfar. Thanks, Neil!

]]> ADVrider's own roving reporter, Bluebull2007, meets up with Darryl Curtis at the start of stage 11 for a quick interview and an update on his rally thusfar. Thanks, Neil!

]]> 02:11 false full 2012 Dakar 15 -- Neduro Stage 10 2012 Dakar 15 -- Neduro Stage 10 Thu, 12 Jan 2012 00:03:00 +0000

Ned calls in after a fun stage, having navigated his way out of the dunes with a flock of sheep (riders) behind him. Another great Robbie Gordon story along the way, too. Enjoy!

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Ned calls in after a fun stage, having navigated his way out of the dunes with a flock of sheep (riders) behind him. Another great Robbie Gordon story along the way, too. Enjoy!

]]> 04:36 false full 2012 Dakar 14 -- Ned Suesse stage 9 2012 Dakar 14 -- Ned Suesse stage 9 Tue, 10 Jan 2012 23:26:00 +0000

"Great day! Fun on the bike, the hill was AWESOME! Watching my bike float away in the river was not..." Listen in to hear Ned's epic stories from stage 9, including his underwater incident, close call with a mine, and Johnny Campbell's comments on Robby Gordon. Goooooo! Ned!

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"Great day! Fun on the bike, the hill was AWESOME! Watching my bike float away in the river was not..." Listen in to hear Ned's epic stories from stage 9, including his underwater incident, close call with a mine, and Johnny Campbell's comments on Robby Gordon. Goooooo! Ned!

]]> 30:55 false full 2012 Dakar 13 -- Ned Suesse stage 8 2012 Dakar 13 -- Ned Suesse stage 8 Mon, 09 Jan 2012 23:17:00 +0000

Ned calls us after what would turn out to be a very controversial stage for the frontrunners. He had his own challenges, including a stage that was very fast and admittedly not his most comfortable zone. A followup call reveals that his steering damper had become disengaged, a sketchy prospect when running 120kph through fesh fesh embedded with hidden rocks!  "This isn't racing, Ned says, it's praying!"  Well-done to bring it home safely, Ned.

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Ned calls us after what would turn out to be a very controversial stage for the frontrunners. He had his own challenges, including a stage that was very fast and admittedly not his most comfortable zone. A followup call reveals that his steering damper had become disengaged, a sketchy prospect when running 120kph through fesh fesh embedded with hidden rocks!  "This isn't racing, Ned says, it's praying!"  Well-done to bring it home safely, Ned.

]]> 04:09 false full 2012 Dakar 12 -- Ned Suesse at the Rest Day 2012 Dakar 12 -- Ned Suesse at the Rest Day Sun, 08 Jan 2012 18:02:19 +0000

Another great 20 minute conversation with Ned, we catch him in the bivouac on the rest day.

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Another great 20 minute conversation with Ned, we catch him in the bivouac on the rest day.

]]> 23:00 false full 2012 Dakar 11 -- Stan Watt at the Rest Day 2012 Dakar 11 -- Stan Watt at the Rest Day Sun, 08 Jan 2012 16:09:19 +0000

Photocredit: webventure.br

Team FrontRowGB rider and front running Brit, Stan Watt, rings in at the rest day to update us on his rally so far. For a team built with ambitious goals, it hasn't all gone perfectly to date. But he's looking forward to taking advantage of the grueling second half to move further up the order.

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Photocredit: webventure.br

Team FrontRowGB rider and front running Brit, Stan Watt, rings in at the rest day to update us on his rally so far. For a team built with ambitious goals, it hasn't all gone perfectly to date. But he's looking forward to taking advantage of the grueling second half to move further up the order.

]]> 03:17 false full 2012 Dakar 10 -- Ned and the Copiapo Dunes Loop 2012 Dakar 10 -- Ned and the Copiapo Dunes Loop Sun, 08 Jan 2012 02:34:00 +0000

Observers of the stage will have noted that Ned was off pace today. There's a very good (actually, two very good) reason(s) for that. Tune in to hear how Ned MacGuyvered his way through the stage, and lived to Dakar another day.

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Observers of the stage will have noted that Ned was off pace today. There's a very good (actually, two very good) reason(s) for that. Tune in to hear how Ned MacGuyvered his way through the stage, and lived to Dakar another day.

]]> 06:04 false full 2012 Dakar 09 -- Neduro in Chile (Cancelled stage 6) 2012 Dakar 09 -- Neduro in Chile (Cancelled stage 6) Fri, 06 Jan 2012 23:02:00 +0000

After stage six was cancelled, ostensibly due to snow on the route, Ned arrives in Chile after the liaison transit. While he hangs out waiting for  the service truck to arrive, we catch up on many topics including his reaction to the cancellation, how the bike is holding up so far, and if his outlook or approach has changed any heading in to the middle of the rally.

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After stage six was cancelled, ostensibly due to snow on the route, Ned arrives in Chile after the liaison transit. While he hangs out waiting for  the service truck to arrive, we catch up on many topics including his reaction to the cancellation, how the bike is holding up so far, and if his outlook or approach has changed any heading in to the middle of the rally.

]]> 22:25 false full 2012 Dakar 08 -- Fiambala 2012 Dakar 08 -- Fiambala Thu, 05 Jan 2012 17:49:48 +0000
Fiambala has a legendary, and brutal, reputation on the Dakar. Tune in to hear how Ned's day went on this year's weather-shortened edition.
Fiamba
]]> Fiambala has a legendary, and brutal, reputation on the Dakar. Tune in to hear how Ned's day went on this year's weather-shortened edition. Fiamba]]> 02:09 false full 2012 Dakar 07 -- Ned Suesse Stage 4 2012 Dakar 07 -- Ned Suesse Stage 4 Thu, 05 Jan 2012 00:26:00 +0000

After one of the most grueling starts to a Dakar in recent memory, Ned Suesse fills us in on his experience through stage 4, including his first encounter with the cars.  Go, Ned, Go!!!

AFt

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After one of the most grueling starts to a Dakar in recent memory, Ned Suesse fills us in on his experience through stage 4, including his first encounter with the cars.  Go, Ned, Go!!!

AFt

]]> 12:59 false full 2012 Dakar 06 -- Neduro Stage 3 2012 Dakar 06 -- Neduro Stage 3 Wed, 04 Jan 2012 03:55:00 +0000 Ned calls in after stage 3, a stage that other riders have said is "the most technical they've seen on a rally". Big news for the front runners today, while Ned keeps riding his ride.

Photo Courtesy CVestal (during training)

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]]> Ned calls in after stage 3, a stage that other riders have said is "the most technical they've seen on a rally". Big news for the front runners today, while Ned keeps riding his ride.

Photo Courtesy CVestal (during training)

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]]> 02:31 false full 2012 Dakar 05 -- Bivouac chat with Ned 2012 Dakar 05 -- Bivouac chat with Ned Tue, 03 Jan 2012 00:11:00 +0000 Had a great 20 minute conversation with Ned from the Bivouac tonight. Catch up with all the details from his rally thus far, with typical Ned insight. Grab a beer and pull up a chair.

]]> Had a great 20 minute conversation with Ned from the Bivouac tonight. Catch up with all the details from his rally thus far, with typical Ned insight. Grab a beer and pull up a chair.

]]> 22:37 false full 2012 Dakar 04 -- Ned Suesse, first one in the books 2012 Dakar 04 -- Ned Suesse, first one in the books Mon, 02 Jan 2012 04:23:57 +0000

Ned calls in after a monster transit (nearly 700km in total) following his first competitive Dakar stage. Ever cerebral, he listened to a book on tape and watched other riders squirm while his Renazco saddle cushioned his tush in comfort.  Hopefully Ned is getting his beauty sleep tonight, and keeping the "snowball small", as Charlie would say. Fun fun.

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Ned calls in after a monster transit (nearly 700km in total) following his first competitive Dakar stage. Ever cerebral, he listened to a book on tape and watched other riders squirm while his Renazco saddle cushioned his tush in comfort.  Hopefully Ned is getting his beauty sleep tonight, and keeping the "snowball small", as Charlie would say. Fun fun.

]]> 03:24 false full 2012 Dakar 03 -- Ned Suesse takes the ceremonial start 2012 Dakar 03 -- Ned Suesse takes the ceremonial start Sun, 01 Jan 2012 17:42:18 +0000

Ned calls in after the ceremonial start, including the story of his monster wheelie down the ramp. Ned dials us in on what it feels like to be on the cusp of an event like the Dakar. Go Ned, Go!

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Ned calls in after the ceremonial start, including the story of his monster wheelie down the ramp. Ned dials us in on what it feels like to be on the cusp of an event like the Dakar. Go Ned, Go!

]]> 05:29 false full 2012 Dakar 02 -- Ned Suesse on Dakar Eve part 2 2012 Dakar 02 -- Ned Suesse on Dakar Eve part 2 Sun, 01 Jan 2012 17:41:00 +0000 Part 2 of Ned's call from the eve of the rally.

]]> Part 2 of Ned's call from the eve of the rally.

]]> 01:36 false full 2012 Dakar 01 -- Ned Suesse on DakarEve 2012 Dakar 01 -- Ned Suesse on DakarEve Sun, 01 Jan 2012 17:38:03 +0000

Ned calls in on the eve of the rally with an update. Good luck, Ned! We're all pulling for you! Part 1 of 2.

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Ned calls in on the eve of the rally with an update. Good luck, Ned! We're all pulling for you! Part 1 of 2.

]]> 01:19 false full 2011 Raid l'Amitie 04 2011 Raid l'Amitie 04 Mon, 02 May 2011 01:30:00 +0000 Ned calls in today shortly after the finish of the rally, as teams make the mad dash to get gear packed for the return trip. People will be heading to the site of last week's bombing in a show of solidarity and humanity.

]]> Ned calls in today shortly after the finish of the rally, as teams make the mad dash to get gear packed for the return trip. People will be heading to the site of last week's bombing in a show of solidarity and humanity.

]]> 01:16 false full 2011 Raid l'Amitie 03 2011 Raid l'Amitie 03 Mon, 02 May 2011 01:28:00 +0000 Ned calls in after the 7th stage. "Crossed a pass in the atlas today, very rocky. Tank is seeping but rideable. Really enjoyed the tracks, tomorrow is mostly paved. Spending tonight at a movie studio, many strange props all around."

]]> Ned calls in after the 7th stage. "Crossed a pass in the atlas today, very rocky. Tank is seeping but rideable. Really enjoyed the tracks, tomorrow is mostly paved. Spending tonight at a movie studio, many strange props all around."

]]> 02:08 false full 2011 Raid l'Amitie 02 2011 Raid l'Amitie 02 Fri, 29 Apr 2011 20:22:00 +0000 Ned calls in after an eventful day on the rally, which included a sandstorm and splitting fuel tank out on the piste.  Way to bring it in, Ned!

Close
]]> Ned calls in after an eventful day on the rally, which included a sandstorm and splitting fuel tank out on the piste.  Way to bring it in, Ned!

Close]]> 04:42 false full 2011 Raid l'Amitie 01 2011 Raid l'Amitie 01 Thu, 28 Apr 2011 13:59:00 +0000 Ned Suesse calls in mid way through the rally.

]]> Ned Suesse calls in mid way through the rally.

]]> 02:34 false full 2011 Dakar 16 -- Jenny on the wing 2011 Dakar 16 -- Jenny on the wing Fri, 14 Jan 2011 03:36:00 +0000 Jenny Morgan is now on her return journey to the UK, and calls from Sao Paulo sounding much better than the last time we heard from her. Let's hope she's as fresh when she lands back home. Fly safe, Jenny!

 

]]> Jenny Morgan is now on her return journey to the UK, and calls from Sao Paulo sounding much better than the last time we heard from her. Let's hope she's as fresh when she lands back home. Fly safe, Jenny!

 

]]> 04:23 false full 2011 Dakar 15 2011 Dakar 15 Mon, 10 Jan 2011 02:47:00 +0000 Craig Bounds rings in from the hospital in Chile. Get well soon, Craig!

 

 

 

]]> Craig Bounds rings in from the hospital in Chile. Get well soon, Craig!

 

 

 

]]> 02:24 false full 2011 Dakar 14 2011 Dakar 14 Sat, 08 Jan 2011 13:52:00 +0000 Craig Bounds is out of the rally on the day before the rest day. Tamsin calls in with a report, and details on how you can contact Craig (SMS) with a word of cheer as he waits in a Chilean hospital.

 

Heal well, Craig. Thanks for letting us along on the ride.

]]> Craig Bounds is out of the rally on the day before the rest day. Tamsin calls in with a report, and details on how you can contact Craig (SMS) with a word of cheer as he waits in a Chilean hospital.

 

Heal well, Craig. Thanks for letting us along on the ride.

]]> 52 false full 2011 Dakar 13 More from JennyMo 2011 Dakar 13 More from JennyMo Fri, 07 Jan 2011 21:03:00 +0000 We have another long chat with Jenny Morgan from her hospital bed in Chile, and she shares some incredible insight into what it's like to be an "everyday" (read: amateur) rider on the Dakar.  A must-listen for hardcore rally fans.

]]> We have another long chat with Jenny Morgan from her hospital bed in Chile, and she shares some incredible insight into what it's like to be an "everyday" (read: amateur) rider on the Dakar.  A must-listen for hardcore rally fans.

]]> 19:25 false full 2011 Dakar 12 -- Jenny Morgan from Hospital 2011 Dakar 12 -- Jenny Morgan from Hospital Thu, 06 Jan 2011 21:57:00 +0000 We talk with Jenny Morgan from her hospital bed in Chile post-surgery.  She crashed heavily on stage 4 yesterday and was evacuated via helicopter. She underwent surgery today to stabilize her leg injury, and we spoke to her shortly thereafter.  As always, she was full of incredible stories and very energetic despite the situation.

Jenny on the ground before the medical corps got to her.

]]> We talk with Jenny Morgan from her hospital bed in Chile post-surgery.  She crashed heavily on stage 4 yesterday and was evacuated via helicopter. She underwent surgery today to stabilize her leg injury, and we spoke to her shortly thereafter.  As always, she was full of incredible stories and very energetic despite the situation.

Jenny on the ground before the medical corps got to her.

]]> 24:18 false full 2011 Dakar 11 2011 Dakar 11 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 20:36:00 +0000 Craig Bounds and Tamsin call in with a bivouac report after the monster dune finish of Stage 5.

]]> Craig Bounds and Tamsin call in with a bivouac report after the monster dune finish of Stage 5.

]]> 04:45 false full 2011 Dakar 10 2011 Dakar 10 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 19:27:00 +0000 Tamsin calls in from the bivouac with a quick report on Jenny Morgan after her crash.

]]> Tamsin calls in from the bivouac with a quick report on Jenny Morgan after her crash.

]]> 07:32 false full 2011 Dakar 09 2011 Dakar 09 Wed, 05 Jan 2011 21:12:00 +0000 Now in Chile, Craig Bounds and Tamsin call in with a report after the high-altitude stage 4.

]]> Now in Chile, Craig Bounds and Tamsin call in with a report after the high-altitude stage 4.

]]> 02:02 false full 2011 Dakar 08 2011 Dakar 08 Wed, 05 Jan 2011 02:42:00 +0000 Jenny Morgan calls in with a report from her eventful stages 2 and 3.  Jenny's a RallyRAIDio pro, and leaves you with dust in your mouth after listening to her stories. :-)

 

]]> Jenny Morgan calls in with a report from her eventful stages 2 and 3.  Jenny's a RallyRAIDio pro, and leaves you with dust in your mouth after listening to her stories. :-)

 

]]> 04:56 false full 2011 Dakar 07 2011 Dakar 07 Tue, 04 Jan 2011 23:10:00 +0000 Craig Bounds calls in after a brutal Stage 3.  Most stages would be considered a disaster if you had to remove your front brake rotor. For Craig, that was just the beginning. He brings it home in hero fashion, though!

 

]]> Craig Bounds calls in after a brutal Stage 3.  Most stages would be considered a disaster if you had to remove your front brake rotor. For Craig, that was just the beginning. He brings it home in hero fashion, though!

 

]]> 01:34 false full 2011 Dakar 06 2011 Dakar 06 Mon, 03 Jan 2011 21:52:00 +0000 Tamsin and Craig call in after an incredible day on the piste.  Lucky doesn't come close to describing it!

 

 

Go Boundsy!

]]> Tamsin and Craig call in after an incredible day on the piste.  Lucky doesn't come close to describing it!

 

 

Go Boundsy!

]]> 01:48 false full 2011 Dakar 05 2011 Dakar 05 Mon, 03 Jan 2011 04:13:00 +0000 Jenny Morgan rings in with a detailed call following the completion of her inaugural Dakar stage.  Well done, Jenny!

]]> Jenny Morgan rings in with a detailed call following the completion of her inaugural Dakar stage.  Well done, Jenny!

]]> 04:18 false full 2011 Dakar 04 2011 Dakar 04 Sun, 02 Jan 2011 22:52:00 +0000 Tamsin and Craig call in after completing stage 1. Despite his late start number and getting stung by a bee, Craig moved up well on the stage.

 

]]> Tamsin and Craig call in after completing stage 1. Despite his late start number and getting stung by a bee, Craig moved up well on the stage.

 

]]> 01:47 false full 2011 Dakar 03 2011 Dakar 03 Sun, 02 Jan 2011 14:48:00 +0000 Jenny Morgan (JMo) has her phone issues sorted and rings in just before departure from Buenos Aires on the opening liasion.  Thanks, Jenny!

]]> Jenny Morgan (JMo) has her phone issues sorted and rings in just before departure from Buenos Aires on the opening liasion.  Thanks, Jenny!

]]> 02:48 false full 2011 Dakar 02 2011 Dakar 02 Sun, 02 Jan 2011 14:42:00 +0000 Tamsin Jones and Craig Bounds call in as Craig waits to depart on the opening liasion from Buenos Aires.  Thanks guys, and good luck!

]]> Tamsin Jones and Craig Bounds call in as Craig waits to depart on the opening liasion from Buenos Aires.  Thanks guys, and good luck!

]]> 01:26 false full 2011 Dakar 01 2011 Dakar 01 Fri, 31 Dec 2010 23:02:00 +0000 Tamsin Jones gets our 2011 Dakar coverage kicked off with a call on the progress of Craig Bounds. Through scrutineering, they are looking forward to the official briefing and kickoff tomorrow.

]]> Tamsin Jones gets our 2011 Dakar coverage kicked off with a call on the progress of Craig Bounds. Through scrutineering, they are looking forward to the official briefing and kickoff tomorrow.

]]> 58 false full 10Baja01.mp3 10Baja01.mp3 Thu, 04 Nov 2010 15:34:04 +0000 02:38 false full 2010 Oz Safari 17 2010 Oz Safari 17 Mon, 27 Sep 2010 15:16:21 +0000 Garry calls in with some detailed followup on questions and comments from the Safari discussion/coverage thread at ADVrider.com Pull up a barstool.

 

]]> Garry calls in with some detailed followup on questions and comments from the Safari discussion/coverage thread at ADVrider.com Pull up a barstool.

 

]]> 13:37 false full 2010 Oz Safari 16 2010 Oz Safari 16 Sun, 26 Sep 2010 00:39:00 +0000 Garry calls in with a post-event wrap up for what has to be the most successful Safari "post-ressurection". Well done Garry and Team Husaberg. Thanks for letting us ride over your shoulder, look forward to doing it again in 2011.

 

]]> Garry calls in with a post-event wrap up for what has to be the most successful Safari "post-ressurection". Well done Garry and Team Husaberg. Thanks for letting us ride over your shoulder, look forward to doing it again in 2011.

 

]]> 09:12 false full 2010 Oz Safari 15 2010 Oz Safari 15 Fri, 24 Sep 2010 13:55:00 +0000 Garry Connell calls in with his Leg 6 report, and some observations about how the event has changed (since its resurrection several years ago) from the "Safari's of Old". (This editor's opinion is that Octagon, the current organizers, have made huge strides in the past few years and are headed in the right direction in both the event organization, and media distribution. ~N)

]]> Garry Connell calls in with his Leg 6 report, and some observations about how the event has changed (since its resurrection several years ago) from the "Safari's of Old". (This editor's opinion is that Octagon, the current organizers, have made huge strides in the past few years and are headed in the right direction in both the event organization, and media distribution. ~N)

]]> 06:11 false full 2010 Oz Safari 14 2010 Oz Safari 14 Fri, 24 Sep 2010 13:37:00 +0000 Justin Maley calls in from Safari HQ with competitor, service crew, and Adventure Tour participant interviews.  Follow Justin's outstanding Safari blog at http://mxracer51.blogspot.com/

 

]]> Justin Maley calls in from Safari HQ with competitor, service crew, and Adventure Tour participant interviews.  Follow Justin's outstanding Safari blog at http://mxracer51.blogspot.com/

 

]]> 05:26 false full 2010 Oz Safari 13 2010 Oz Safari 13 Fri, 24 Sep 2010 13:12:00 +0000 Garry Connell calls in with his Leg 5 report.

]]> Garry Connell calls in with his Leg 5 report.

]]> 04:50 false full 2010 OZ Safari 12 2010 OZ Safari 12 Wed, 22 Sep 2010 14:21:00 +0000 Garry Connell calls in after Leg 4 with a report on his ride, the Team Husaberg situation, and the rallye in general.  I know I say it all the time, but Garry's got the knack for making you feel like you're right there with him.  Cheers, Garry!

]]> Garry Connell calls in after Leg 4 with a report on his ride, the Team Husaberg situation, and the rallye in general.  I know I say it all the time, but Garry's got the knack for making you feel like you're right there with him.  Cheers, Garry!

]]> 06:07 false full 2010 Oz Safari 11 2010 Oz Safari 11 Wed, 22 Sep 2010 12:11:00 +0000 Justin Maley rings in with a report and interviews following Leg 4.  Follow his excellent blog at http://mxracer51.blogspot.com/

 

 

]]> Justin Maley rings in with a report and interviews following Leg 4.  Follow his excellent blog at http://mxracer51.blogspot.com/

 

 

]]> 04:10 false full 2010 Oz Safari 10 2010 Oz Safari 10 Tue, 21 Sep 2010 14:48:00 +0000 Justin Maley calls in from the Coolgardie bivouac with interviews with David Schwarz (team Husaberg, 6th overall) and Graham Grant (riding an '83 BMW GS), and a race status recap from Mark. Thanks, Guys!

 

Follow Justin's Safari blog at http://mxracer51.blogspot.com/

]]> Justin Maley calls in from the Coolgardie bivouac with interviews with David Schwarz (team Husaberg, 6th overall) and Graham Grant (riding an '83 BMW GS), and a race status recap from Mark. Thanks, Guys!

 

Follow Justin's Safari blog at http://mxracer51.blogspot.com/

]]> 06:15 false full 2010 Oz Safari 09 2010 Oz Safari 09 Tue, 21 Sep 2010 13:54:00 +0000 Andy, Road Director for the Safari Moto Adventure, rings in to let a few of his riders share their perspectives thusfar. The Moto Adventure is a non-competitive "tour" that shadows the Safari and allows the participants to spectate some of the action and share in the Safari experience, as well as ride many of the tracks (separately from the competitors, naturally).  Sounds fantastic!

]]> Andy, Road Director for the Safari Moto Adventure, rings in to let a few of his riders share their perspectives thusfar. The Moto Adventure is a non-competitive "tour" that shadows the Safari and allows the participants to spectate some of the action and share in the Safari experience, as well as ride many of the tracks (separately from the competitors, naturally).  Sounds fantastic!

]]> 01:32 false full 2010 Oz Safari 08 2010 Oz Safari 08 Tue, 21 Sep 2010 13:42:00 +0000 Garry calls in after the end of the Marathon stages, with tales of his trailside wrestling with a moose (er, make that mousse). Great stuff, Garry! And well done to bring her home.

]]> Garry calls in after the end of the Marathon stages, with tales of his trailside wrestling with a moose (er, make that mousse). Great stuff, Garry! And well done to bring her home.

]]> 05:12 false full 2010 Oz Safari 07 2010 Oz Safari 07 Tue, 21 Sep 2010 13:31:00 +0000 Annie Seel calls in after the end of the Marathon Stages. While there has been drama for many, she's managed to keep things fairly tidy and is enjoying herself.

]]> Annie Seel calls in after the end of the Marathon Stages. While there has been drama for many, she's managed to keep things fairly tidy and is enjoying herself.

]]> 02:15 false full 2010 Oz Safari 05 2010 Oz Safari 05 Tue, 21 Sep 2010 13:01:00 +0000 Garry Connell calls in after Day 2 (the first of the Marathon Days) with a detailed report on his ride, including some feedback on the 570 Berg vs the 650.

]]> Garry Connell calls in after Day 2 (the first of the Marathon Days) with a detailed report on his ride, including some feedback on the 570 Berg vs the 650.

]]> 06:04 false full 2010 Oz Safari 04 2010 Oz Safari 04 Sun, 19 Sep 2010 14:07:00 +0000 Garry Connell calls in after the first stage, having set his Safari Adventure off in proper form right from the first kilometers. Garry's got the storytelling part of RallyRAIDio down pat like no other, so pull up a stool and join him for the ride.

]]> Garry Connell calls in after the first stage, having set his Safari Adventure off in proper form right from the first kilometers. Garry's got the storytelling part of RallyRAIDio down pat like no other, so pull up a stool and join him for the ride.

]]> 07:03 false full 2010 Oz Safari 03 2010 Oz Safari 03 Sun, 19 Sep 2010 03:05:00 +0000 Annie Seel calls in with a quick note on her way to the prologue.  Good luck, Annie!

]]> Annie Seel calls in with a quick note on her way to the prologue.  Good luck, Annie!

]]> 44 false full 2010 Oz Safari 02 2010 Oz Safari 02 Fri, 17 Sep 2010 03:06:00 +0000 Garry Connell gives a preview of Team Husaberg for this year's race, with a talent-stacked roster of Ze Helio, Annie Seel, and David Schwarz.

]]> Garry Connell gives a preview of Team Husaberg for this year's race, with a talent-stacked roster of Ze Helio, Annie Seel, and David Schwarz.

]]> 06:54 false full 2010 Oz Safari 01 2010 Oz Safari 01 Fri, 17 Sep 2010 02:52:00 +0000 Garry Connell rings in with an intro and news from the bivouac/scrutineering prior to the start.

]]> Garry Connell rings in with an intro and news from the bivouac/scrutineering prior to the start.

]]> 04:30 false full 2010 Dos Sertoes Rally 08 2010 Dos Sertoes Rally 08 Sat, 21 Aug 2010 14:27:00 +0000 Phil calls in from the finish of Dos Sertoes, and fills us in on the details of his bike swamping of several days ago. Special thanks to team sponsors Renazco Racing Saddles, and Rally Management Services.

 

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]]> Phil calls in from the finish of Dos Sertoes, and fills us in on the details of his bike swamping of several days ago. Special thanks to team sponsors Renazco Racing Saddles, and Rally Management Services.

 

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]]> 05:00 false full 2010 Dos Sertoes Rally 07 2010 Dos Sertoes Rally 07 Sat, 21 Aug 2010 14:14:00 +0000 Dave calls in fresh from the finish of his first international rallye at Dos Sertoes. All was not as trouble free as it would have appeared from the results sheets, but they ended up finishing in fine fashion. The budget support mobiles finished as well, much to the admiration of the rest of the bivouac. Way to go, guys!

 

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]]> Dave calls in fresh from the finish of his first international rallye at Dos Sertoes. All was not as trouble free as it would have appeared from the results sheets, but they ended up finishing in fine fashion. The budget support mobiles finished as well, much to the admiration of the rest of the bivouac. Way to go, guys!

 

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]]> 03:29 false full 2010 Dos Sertoes Rally 06 2010 Dos Sertoes Rally 06 Sat, 21 Aug 2010 14:01:00 +0000 Neil calls in after the Marathon stage, closing in on the finish.

 

]]> Neil calls in after the Marathon stage, closing in on the finish.

 

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