Author Topic: DAKAR 2016 Thread (Read 336233 times)

Takashi · « **Reply #60 on:** September 30, 2015, 11:29:05 am »

Put me on the list for a shirt XXL.

Rokie · « **Reply #61 on:** October 05, 2015, 09:09:43 am »

This thread needs some momentum! The post-Amageza slump is killing me (although it is very good for productivity - my boss is killing me in another way . . .)

seankriel · « **Reply #62 on:** October 05, 2015, 12:26:31 pm »

Hi Guys
I am supporting Kobus Potgieter’s Dakar 2016 Dream! https://www.facebook.com/teamsupermantodakar2016?fref=ts

After chatting to him about a supporters campaign and reading the below story about his dream/achievement, I am all for supporting his goal!
He has launched range for the support club via a membership.
Who’s interested?

Prices will be reveled soon.... you have to complete a membership application. Will send it to you once yoou have requested a order...

http://www.news24.com/SouthAfrica/News/Cape-Town-man-beats-the-odds-to-to-take-on-Dakar-Rally-20150928
http://www.demotix.com/news/8370062/amageza-rallye-29-aug-5-sept-2015-rider-profile-kobus-potgieter/all-media

If you know of anyone that might also been keen send them this mail…….

Kind regards,

Sean Kriel
+27 76 654 9381
seankriel@gmail.com

SteveD · « **Reply #63 on:** October 15, 2015, 12:20:43 pm »

So Sam Sunderland is out of Dakar (http://www.wilddog.za.net/forum/index.php?topic=181288.msg3379022#msg3379022).
Didn't he miss it two years ago with an injury? Rather disappointing, I thought he had a great chance of winning it next year.

So now I have to updated my predicted winner......
What do you think?

Toby Price had such a good race last year, but I wonder if lack of experience and pressure will get the better of him.
Matthias Walkner maybe? Or Gonk? Wouldn't that be nice.
But I'm going to have to go with Crash-Bang Barreda. I think next year is going to be his year.

seankriel · « **Reply #64 on:** October 15, 2015, 02:52:56 pm »

Sad to zee Sam out!

I'll support Helder Rodrigues.... maybee ..... he will suprize all!!

And then Kobus - all the way!

Buff · « **Reply #65 on:** October 15, 2015, 04:32:48 pm »

My money will be on Toby Price, I rate that oke bigtime

BV · « **Reply #66 on:** October 15, 2015, 04:46:10 pm »

Quote from: Buff on October 15, 2015, 04:32:48 pm

My money will be on Toby Price, I rate that oke bigtime

Me to.
Just hope his navigation is up to scratch. Think it is going to be the main thing this year.

SteveD · « **Reply #67 on:** October 16, 2015, 07:52:55 am »

Quote from: BV on October 15, 2015, 04:46:10 pm

Quote from: Buff on October 15, 2015, 04:32:48 pm
My money will be on Toby Price, I rate that oke bigtime
Me to.
Just hope his navigation is up to scratch. Think it is going to be the main thing this year.

I think he did so well last year that he will be under huge pressure to do even better this year, and the pressure will result in mistakes. I have a funny feeling that he didn't treat the race with enough respect, if that makes sense? Kinda like Comrades novices that say there are racing to win, and then blow up. Dakar needs to be treated with respect, slightly feared. The guys that win lurk with intent rather than blasting along flat-out all the time.

Dwerg · « **Reply #68 on:** October 16, 2015, 08:08:28 am »

Toby Price is crazy fast. I like him a lot but my money is still on Barreda

Takashi · « **Reply #69 on:** October 16, 2015, 08:13:45 am »

My money is on Paulo Goncalves.

We know he is fast and consistent. Has the worst luck in Dakar but man does he deserve a win!

Bensien · « **Reply #70 on:** October 16, 2015, 09:12:51 am »

I think KTM’s domination will continue next year, and it is not because they have the best bike or even the best rider. The depth of talent in their field is simply staggering. Even without Coma and Sunderland, they have four riders who are in contention for a win and between them and Husqvarna at least six others who could be in contention for a podium finish. Of all the other riders, Barreda is possibly they only one with a realistic chance of a win, if he can hold it together for once. Except for Rodrigues, Concalves and one or two others whose names escape me now, I don’t even see a possible podium finisher among the rest of the field unless something major happens like last year.

silvrav · « **Reply #71 on:** October 16, 2015, 09:25:40 am »

Quote from: seankriel on October 05, 2015, 12:26:31 pm

Hi Guys
I am supporting Kobus Potgieter’s Dakar 2016 Dream! https://www.facebook.com/teamsupermantodakar2016?fref=ts

After chatting to him about a supporters campaign and reading the below story about his dream/achievement, I am all for supporting his goal!
He has launched range for the support club via a membership.
Who’s interested?

Prices will be reveled soon.... you have to complete a membership application. Will send it to you once yoou have requested a order...

http://www.news24.com/SouthAfrica/News/Cape-Town-man-beats-the-odds-to-to-take-on-Dakar-Rally-20150928
http://www.demotix.com/news/8370062/amageza-rallye-29-aug-5-sept-2015-rider-profile-kobus-potgieter/all-media

If you know of anyone that might also been keen send them this mail…….

Kind regards,

Sean Kriel
+27 76 654 9381
seankriel@gmail.com

Put me down for a shirt, jacket and cap

MartV · « **Reply #72 on:** October 19, 2015, 03:21:53 pm »

Toffie@2 · « **Reply #73 on:** October 29, 2015, 10:42:53 am »

Quote from: silvrav on October 16, 2015, 09:25:40 am

Quote from: seankriel on October 05, 2015, 12:26:31 pm
Hi Guys
I am supporting Kobus Potgieter’s Dakar 2016 Dream! https://www.facebook.com/teamsupermantodakar2016?fref=ts

After chatting to him about a supporters campaign and reading the below story about his dream/achievement, I am all for supporting his goal!
He has launched range for the support club via a membership.
Who’s interested?

Prices will be reveled soon.... you have to complete a membership application. Will send it to you once yoou have requested a order...

http://www.news24.com/SouthAfrica/News/Cape-Town-man-beats-the-odds-to-to-take-on-Dakar-Rally-20150928
http://www.demotix.com/news/8370062/amageza-rallye-29-aug-5-sept-2015-rider-profile-kobus-potgieter/all-media

If you know of anyone that might also been keen send them this mail…….

Kind regards,

Sean Kriel
+27 76 654 9381
seankriel@gmail.com

Put me down for a shirt, jacket and cap

I would like a shirt and cap as well!

Rokie · « **Reply #74 on:** November 02, 2015, 12:43:37 pm »

It is November!
- Entries have closed
- Route and competitor list will be presented in Paris in just over 2 weeks
- the next day they start loading European vehicles for shipping to South America

Roll on Dakar 2016

Delport · « **Reply #75 on:** November 02, 2015, 08:51:09 pm »

Guys, I saw a Navarra last Friday. Race prepped for Rally. Brand new. It was filling it's tank at the new total garage in Lanseria. Gunmettal grey with the number 3. 2 guys with race shirts and headphone comms on to test the beast.
Anyone knows this van. Looks like it's ready for the Dakar...

Bensien · « **Reply #76 on:** November 02, 2015, 09:05:40 pm »

Quote from: Delport on November 02, 2015, 08:51:09 pm

Guys, I saw a Navarra last Friday. Race prepped for Rally. Brand new. It was filling it's tank at the new total garage in Lanseria. Gunmettal grey with the number 3. 2 guys with race shirts and headphone comms on to test the beast.
Anyone knows this van. Looks like it's ready for the Dakar...

Is this perhaps the one you saw? It competes in the local series.

Delport · « **Reply #77 on:** November 02, 2015, 09:10:05 pm »

Quote from: Bensien on November 02, 2015, 09:05:40 pm

Quote from: Delport on November 02, 2015, 08:51:09 pm
Guys, I saw a Navarra last Friday. Race prepped for Rally. Brand new. It was filling it's tank at the new total garage in Lanseria. Gunmettal grey with the number 3. 2 guys with race shirts and headphone comms on to test the beast.
Anyone knows this van. Looks like it's ready for the Dakar...

Is this perhaps the one you saw? It competes in the local series.

Hmm nee metallic gunmettal. number 3. Brand new. 3 spare wheels on the back and probably on its first outing. the chassis and everything was still untouched.

Bensien · « **Reply #78 on:** November 02, 2015, 09:39:53 pm »

Quote from: Delport on November 02, 2015, 09:10:05 pm

Quote from: Bensien on November 02, 2015, 09:05:40 pm
Quote from: Delport on November 02, 2015, 08:51:09 pm
Guys, I saw a Navarra last Friday. Race prepped for Rally. Brand new. It was filling it's tank at the new total garage in Lanseria. Gunmettal grey with the number 3. 2 guys with race shirts and headphone comms on to test the beast.
Anyone knows this van. Looks like it's ready for the Dakar...

Is this perhaps the one you saw? It competes in the local series.

Hmm nee metallic gunmettal. number 3. Brand new. 3 spare wheels on the back and probably on its first outing. the chassis and everything was still untouched.

The one in the photo is gunmetal when seen in the flesh. It was built by Red-lined Racing. I had a look and they built 3 production class Navaras for Dakar last year. The Toyotas are built by Hallspeed. I am doing some work for one of their suppliers at the moment.

Bensien · « **Reply #79 on:** November 03, 2015, 07:35:37 pm »

Any dogs going to follow the Dakar route on their bikes? I just completed coding the export documents for five KTM 990’s, 1190’s and their kit, going to South America early next year.