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*'Boorman is well on his way to becoming the Michael Palin of motorbikes' TIMES2 *'The history of the rally and Boorman's own personal experience of this great endurance test makes for an exhilarating read' WATERSTONE'S BOOKS QUARTERLY
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In 2004 Charley Boorman completed his astonishing round-the-world bike trip with his friend, Ewan McGregor. The journey left him exhausted, exhilarated and hungry for a new challenge. And what greater challenge than the Dakar rally? Beginning in Lisbon and ending in the Senegalese capital of Dakar, the rally covers 15,000 kilometres of treacherous terrain, and is widely regarded as the most dangerous race on earth. With his team-mates Simon Pavey and Matt Hall, Charley faced extreme temperatures, rode through shifting sands and stinging winds, and faced breakdowns miles from civilisation. Charley recounts his extraordinary adventures through Portugal, Morocco, Western Sahara, Mauritania, Mali, Guinea and Senegal. He also follows the stories of other riders - an eccentric, dedicated band of professionals and rookies who all dream of one thing: reaching the finishing line. Race to Dakar is the thrilling account of a race that has captured the imagination of millions.
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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Finally,a book on the privateers of the Dakar rally. Although this book is about Charleys' adventure he brings in the stories of other lone riders;their stories and tradgedies. This is no macho event. The women have a high finish rate and come from all walks of life. As he asks other riders throughout the rally what motivates them, there are a variety of reasons but perhaps the most apt, is that in an increasingly sanitised world it is one of the last tests of mind over matter on the planet.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
If you were a fan of the long way around, you will love this book. Having no past knowledge of the Dakar rally, i was enchanted by the story and gripped as the events unfolded. Race to Dakar is a must read for anyone interested in adventure, motorbikes and determination.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
If there were ever a book that would let you delude yourself into thinking you could take on "The Dakar", this is it.
A great read from start to finish. You don't need to be a biker to appreciate the magnitude of the effort, as the book details more "behind the scenes" dramas than any sanctioned video ever would.
After reading this, you'll understand the quote at the end which goes (and I might be para-phrasing) "if you're thinking about doing the Dakar, you never will. For the people who enter the race, there never is any question."
Quite.
A great read from start to finish. You don't need to be a biker to appreciate the magnitude of the effort, as the book details more "behind the scenes" dramas than any sanctioned video ever would.
After reading this, you'll understand the quote at the end which goes (and I might be para-phrasing) "if you're thinking about doing the Dakar, you never will. For the people who enter the race, there never is any question."
Quite.
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A good insight into a terrifying race
A light read perfect for holiday reading, dont look at the pictures as it will spoil a fundamental part of the story - wait until you are 3/4 the way through. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Sharknose
Race to Dakar - The book
Much more challenging than Charley Boorman's exploits with Ewan McGregor, his entry into the Dakar Rally was an extremely brave, even foolhardy, venture. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Scorpion France
really good read
Race to Dakar
I'm a big fan of Charley Boorman, have read his and Ewan McGregors accounts of their motorbike travels, Race to Dakar is very exciting and it felt like... Read more
I'm a big fan of Charley Boorman, have read his and Ewan McGregors accounts of their motorbike travels, Race to Dakar is very exciting and it felt like... Read more
Published 14 months ago by Mrs. M. M. Milton
Race to Dakar
`Race to Dakar' is Charley Boorman's account of his adventures during the 2006 rally. This covers his preparations, anxieties about the race, his time during the race and the... Read more
Published 19 months ago by Spider Monkey
this made a grown man cry!
I've read a few of the other reviews and didn't quite agree with them all so here's mine.Some folks have a problem with his excessive use of the F word but in his defence if you've... Read more
Published on 29 Jan 2010 by Jonny-boy
Excellent
Charley's best so far!!
The DVD is great but as he can't say a sentence with using the Fword it does get a bit tiring... Read more
The DVD is great but as he can't say a sentence with using the Fword it does get a bit tiring... Read more
Published on 13 July 2009 by Edwards Richard Anthony
Way better than Long way down!
Its not very often that we get to see the Dakar race and what actually happens.
Its a really fascinating documentary which is well worth watching and reading about.
Its a really fascinating documentary which is well worth watching and reading about.
Published on 7 Feb 2009 by Elizabeth Fiona Mcdonald
An Adventure Everyone can Enjoy
I don't know anything about motercycles, and could not put this book down! Even though I havn't seen the show I really felt like I was there for the whole journey. Read more
Published on 3 May 2008 by J.D.
Dull
I love books on travel and I ride a motorcycle, but I really had to force myself to finish this book. Read more
Published on 9 Feb 2008 by Brendan Doherty
A great look at what the bikes are all about
I have read almost all other books relating to the Rally, yet I found this one great insight into what modifications are made to the vehicles and what kit is used in the great race... Read more
Published on 18 Jan 2008 by Travis Culverwell
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