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Jul-15-06 01:20 AM nineosixdave tags: world record |
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Trans Americas Mortorcycle World Record Attempt
Prudhoe Bay, Alaska to Ushuaia, Argentina in 34 Days
34 Days
17,000 Miles
500+ Miles / Day
13 Countries
16 Borders
2 Motorcycles
2 Riders
Breaking the Trans Americas motorcycle world record in less than 35
days is more than just an assault on one’s endurance – it is also a
challenge of logistics.
Covering over 17,000 miles, crossing 16 borders, and traversing 13
countries – makes it both a rigorous and ambitious feat. Much of the
terrain will be unpaved and unkempt roads – quite different from the
pleasurable ride to Daytona Beach. The weather will be extreme and
unpredictable, putting the riders through rain, snow and high winds.
Temperatures range from freezing at the start, finish and across the
Andes to triple digits in the deserts of Nevada and Chile. 500 miles a
day must be averaged every day for 34 continuous days to break the
world record. Any time lost in border crossings, repairs, shipping or
other down time will result in additional “recovery miles” traveled in
subsequent days.
One major caveat is that the motorcycles and riders must detour the
Darien Gap, a rugged roadless jungle between Panama and Columbia. To do
this, the motorcycles must be shipped from Panama to Columbia. Once in
Panama, the bikes will be crated and then shipped by air to a point on
the South American continent north of the point of departure. Upon
arrival, the motorcycles are uncrated and readied for customs approval.
After passing customs the riders will continue the trip south.
Due to the roughness of terrain the trip will be made on specially equipped BMW R 1200 GS off-road motorcycles provided by BMW Motorcycles of Atlanta.
Each rider’s helmet will be equipped with Baehr USA
communication systems allowing riders to communicate with each other
via radio, and to the world, via cell and satellite phone. The
motorcycles will be outfitted with military grade audio/video
production equipment, recording the events of the entire trip. Handheld
cameras will also record the daily challenges experienced by the
riders. Local motorcyclists are invited to join the ride throughout their country. Beyond this collaboration, the riders will make the trip without accompanying support.
If you are interested in meeting the riders in your area and riding along, contact the 34 for 40 Team at ride.along@34for40.org.
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