Tankwa Cross Country Rally 2018

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Tankwa Cross Country Rally 2018 – 3rd Edition.

Hi Everyone,
After two successful Tankwa events and having received a number of phone calls herewith some basic information so long. We have been asked about the possibility of an adventure class, we are considering ADV bikes however there is no way we want to dilute the quality of routes so plans are that they could skip some sections. We are working on extended routes and acquired more farms, in fact Dave is up there this weekend to explore a liaison to Middelpos and a special for Rally bikes and I have another one planned for a secret location.

Motorsport SA Affiliated:  Yes the event will be again run under the auspices of MSA as we (WCOC) operate within their structure/regulations with safety paramount. Competitors only require a MSA club license however would have to have raced at Rally, Off-road or Enduro before.

Region.
The event takes place in the Tankwa / Hantam region in the Northern Cape with the nearest town being that of Calvinia.  Tankwa is known for its extreme climate and harsh environment, which will test the best. The variety of terrain promises to level the playing fields amongst competitors challenging both Man and Machine.

Objective.
• Motorsport SA affiliated Cross Country Rally race catering for Rally Bikes and Off-road Bikes/Quads.
• Rally Bikes navigation be means of Rally Book
• Off-Road Bikes/ Quads navigation by means of GPS.
• To test Navigation skills.
• To test competitor all round skills and endurance.
• Ability to read the terrain.
• Race in one’s own safety zone and to anticipate.
• For both man and machine to finish.
• Adventure for Spectators and Service Crews.

Date 21-23rd Sept.

Venue: Race HQ Rooiputs 60km south of Calvinia
 On central race HQ and Tented Village/campsite (DSP).
• All Stages and liaisons start and finish at main DSP operating in a clover leaf format
• Transponder timing (ZA timing).
• Three day Cross Country.
• Day 1  Time Trial + Race section 2
• Day 2 Marathon (race section 3)
• Day 3 Mountain (race section 4)

 Off-road bikes/quads Outside refuels/service points at max 70km (Non roadworthy).
• Access to selected service points by service crews.
• Solo competitor’s fuel delivered by WCOC service truck refuel points.
• Off-road Bikes/Quads approx. 750km.
• GPS Equivalent of Garmin Etrax 10, 20, or 30.

 Rally class required to have minimum 250km range and roadworthy bikes.
• Rally class no outside assistance except at DSP.
• Rally Bikes approx. 1000km.
• Rally Navigator Roadbook.

More info to follow soon.
Kind Regards Clive.

 
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