In the third day of the Africa Eco Race, the challenge was formidable with 40km of special stage racing in complete darkness en route to Dakar, Senegal. Starting in Morocco on my KTM rally bike, the initial 4km were especially tough, featuring deep sand and rocky trails that tested both my endurance and my bike's resilience. Despite doubts about my ability to finish the demanding 522km stretch for the day, encountering the Erg de Chegaga dunes and overcoming a fuel leak added to the day's trials. Yet, finding camaraderie with an Austrian rider named Gunta provided a boost, turning the grueling journey into a shared adventure through the Sahara.
This experience marks part 5 of a gripping series documenting my 13-day journey across the Sahara on a KTM450RR, tackling what's known as the world's most challenging off-road race. Despite the hardships faced, including exhaustive 13-hour rides and the complexities of navigating in the dark, the adventure remains exhilarating. Each day brings a mix of physical and mental challenges, but with determination and a newfound partnership, the path forward, even in the harshest conditions, seems a bit more navigable..
STAGE 3 (Day 3) : Mhamid → Oued Draa
Liaison: 5.09km
Special stage: 462.7km
Liaison: 55.09km
Total: 522.88km
Distance completed so far: 1,644.82km
Distance left to Dakar: 5,485.81km
Watch below to see the previous episodes of this multi part series:
Part 1: The Rally Adventure Begins
https://youtu.be/i4l1ASRR3FI?si=S0alByrwx4qR3rXj
Part 2: Too Scared to Fall Asleep
https://youtu.be/zWXD-RZ4nQs?si=AZqNcVjJNove6qeJ
Part 3: Close Call: Heart-pounding Escape From Car Crash In Race To Dakar – Part 3
https://youtu.be/mY8eNh_cBvI?si=oJaQO7LADhqgaWw0
Part 4: Appalling day - crashed and totally lost in the desert racing to Dakar Senegal
https://youtu.be/uJrc-HgkCYE?si=u_Bd0dFugWjVHq_6
Part 5: Painful day racing - stuck in the pitch black fighting to get to Dakar Senegal
https://youtu.be/LcvKcp7iZ4g
More information on this series:
- EasySim www.easysim.global use discount code TGOAB15 for 15% off all data bundles
- Guardian Bell tracking system www.guardianbell.co.uk
I’m riding Big Buddy a KTM 450 rally replica with some key modifications:
- KTech Suspension set for my weight
- Michelin desert bib mousse and tyres to ensure zero punctures
- Caulfield custom made seat for a happy Vanessa bottom
- Cross Country ADV mega rally pegs - And my own personalised graphics designed by me
- Custom tool kit hidden under the seat with Teng Tools and my emergency flare
- Land Rover Defender 90 on BF Goodrich tyres with Lazer lamp
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Music Credits: Epidemic Sounds https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/si5fin/
Tracks:
ES_Just Drive (Instrumental Version) - Wellmess.mp3
ES_What About You (Instrumental Version) - Fox Drop.mp3
ES_You Can Talk - Rockin' For Decades.mp3
ES_Shadow Warriors - Coma Svensson.mp3
ES_Crescent City - August Bust.mp3
ES_Don't Forsake Me - Sven Karlsson.mp3
ES_Indie Garden - OTE.mp3
Timestamp:
0:10 - STAGE 3 (Day 3): Mhamid → Oued Draa - Africa Eco Race
0:47 - Important aspects to take care in between rally days
2:07 - Stage 3 Morning - Mhamid → Oued Draa - Africa Eco Race
3:02 - Getting ready for the Race - Stage 3
4:31 - Startline - Stage 3 Mhamid → Oued Draa - Africa Eco Race
7:20 - Rally trucks information overview
8:18 - Rally discussions and objectives
11:14 - Filling up my water bottle
12:40 - Refueling stop half way stage 3
14:59 - 40 K to go sundown
16:40 - Stage 3 Complete
22:07 - Day 3 overall experience
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