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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!!By [email protected]
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2013 Merzouga Rally 02 -- Tough times for Lyndon
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7:30Lyndon calls in with a comprehensiive from the Bivouac after a rough day on the bike, health wise.By [email protected]
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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!By [email protected]
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2013 Baja Rally 01 -- Ned Suesse after the first day
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1:52Ned 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!By [email protected]
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2013 Dakar 20 -- Luis Belaustegui, The Little Engine Who Could
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34:42For 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 thin…
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2013 Dakar 19 -- It's in the books, Interview with Lyndon after the podium
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52:04Fresh 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 for…
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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!!!By [email protected]
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2013 Dakar 17 -- Lyndon Poskitt on the Penultimate day
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6:12An 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 …
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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 interv…
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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 befor…
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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!…
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2013 Dakar 13 -- Best seat in the house, Lyndon Poskitt in the top 10
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9:02How 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 w…
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2013 Dakar 12 -- Lyndon Poskitt on the rest day
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15:31Interview with Lyndon Poskitt on the rest day, Listeners' questions answered including whether he thinks a 950 would be up to the task.By [email protected]
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2013 Dakar 11 -- Service crew update from the rest day
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24:16Dave 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…
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2013 Dakar 10 - Lyndon Poskitt, TOP 10 FINISHER!!
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21:50We 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, Lyndo…
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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 …
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2013 Dakar 08 -- The Longest Stage (sort of)
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9:03Lyndon rings in after the longest stage (in selective miles) of this year's rally.By [email protected]
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2013 Dakar 07 -- Hills, hills, and more hills. Did we mention the hills?
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3:38Stage 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 los…
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2013 Dakar 06 -- Interview with Lyndon, guest starring Ned Suesse!
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30:37It'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, depend…
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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!By [email protected]
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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!By [email protected]
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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!By [email protected]
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2013 Dakar 02 -- Lyndon Poskitt on the eve of the race
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17:33We 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…
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2013 Dakar 01 -- Lyndon Poskitt on the eve of departure
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10:37We 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 …
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2012 Sardina Rally 08 -- Lyndon Brings it home!
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6:22Lyndon 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!By [email protected]
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2012 Sardinia Rally 07 -- Lyndon Poskitt in-depth
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9:47Lyndon 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!By [email protected]
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2012 Sardinia Rally 06 -- Lyndon's close call
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3:30Lyndon 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!By [email protected]
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2012 Sardinia Rally 05 -- Lyndon's third day
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2:38Lyndon 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 rig…
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2012 Sardinia Rally 04 -- Lyndon's second day
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4:20Lyndon 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, Lyn…
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2012 Sardinia Rally 03 -- Lyndon Poskitt's first stage
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3:55Lyndon 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!By [email protected]
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Lyndon calls in after scrutineering and preparing his roadbook at the Sardinia Rally. Ready to go despite a scare in the parking area!By [email protected]
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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=777301By [email protected]
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2012 Dakar 26 -- Behind the ASO media curtain with Ben Constanduros
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1:05:59(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…
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2012 Dakar 25 -- A view from the team truck
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41:10(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, f…
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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 …
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2012 Dakar 23 -- Ned Suesse, Dakar finisher!
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1:47Dakar 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.By [email protected]
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2012 Dakar 22 -- Neduro on the Penultimate Stage12
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22:43Another 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!By [email protected]
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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!By [email protected]
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2012 Dakar 20 -- Toby Younger, Ironman of the year?
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9:48(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…
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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…
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2012 Dakar 18 -- Stage 11 - Ned has his "Dakar Moment"
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4:10Having 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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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!By [email protected]
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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!By [email protected]
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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!By [email protected]
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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!By [email protected]
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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 hid…
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2012 Dakar 12 -- Ned Suesse at the Rest Day
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23:00Another great 20 minute conversation with Ned, we catch him in the bivouac on the rest day.By [email protected]
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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.…
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2012 Dakar 10 -- Ned and the Copiapo Dunes Loop
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6:04Observers 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.By [email protected]
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2012 Dakar 09 -- Neduro in Chile (Cancelled stage 6)
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22:25After 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 mid…
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