Yesterday we went through scrutineering which is a very long process but all went well and the racecars and the T-4 are in Parc Ferme. Tonight we have to go back to Parc Ferme and suit up for a parade lap around town which will also act as the ceremonial start across the podium. You can see a picture of them building the podium in the photo gallery. It’s going to be great for the locals but it adds an extra step for us. Our starting time is not until 9:45 PM so we are not going to get very good sleep the night before the race, oh well!
Tomorrow we leave the starting line at 10:09 AM for a 195 KM liaison, a 371 KM timed special and then another 166 KM liaison for a total of 747 KM’s (463 miles). Also tomorrow we here turn our clocks back one (1) hour for the duration of the rally so that means we are plus 5 hours ahead of everyone at home on the West Coast. The track tomorrow is supposed to be very fast graded roads most of the way.
I am looking forward to getting out of town!
January 2nd, 2009 at 8:17 pm Thanks Will for all the efforts you put into keeping us fans informed back home following your progress … much appreciated ! … All the best to you and TeamDakarUSA !