![]() ![]() This covers his preparations, anxieties about the race, his time during the race and the logistics of the whole event. It is an exhilarating and fitting sequel to LONG WAY ROUND. Race to Dakar is Charley Boormans account of his adventures during the 2006 rally. From Portugal through Morocco, Western Sahara, Mauritania, Mali, Guinea and Senegal, it also provides a unique look at the countries hosting the rally. His book details his extraordinary adventures, and those of his fellow bikers, and also explores the history of this most dramatic and romantic of races. ![]() Supported by Australian champion biker Simon Pavey and experienced British biker Matt Hall, Charley attempted to do what many professional bikers have failed to do - to compete in the Dakar rally, the most challenging race in existence. Racing in the Dakar had always been a dream of his, and so it was the obvious choice for a new adventure. After his celebrated trip round the world with Ewan McGregor, documented in the No.1 bestselling book LONG WAY ROUND, Charley was keen for another challenge. Taking part was a team of three bikers: Matt Hall, Simon Pavey. In January 2006, 230 people raced in trucks, cars and motorbikes from Lisbon to Dakar in the 28th annual Dakar rally - the most dangerous race in the world. ![]()
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