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There were more cameras and journalists than competitors, well not quite, but that's what it felt like. Obviously a big event in the racing calendar and I must say I was sucked into the excitement.
The motor bikes looked lean and mean, whilst the four wheel drives were quite sparkling in their polished duco. Personally I was quite taken by the quad bikes. The rider in the photograph told me she expected a sore behind after what will be a 4000 plus kms ride over 7 days.
This afternoon was the ceremonial start, because I guess the organisers realise that not too many of the general populace will be up at 6.30 am to wave the participants off tomorrow morning.
There were lots of speeches and flag waving, even the mayor of Kal got into the act. My own camera worked overtime and as per usual the battery ran out before the activity.
Chardy also managed to make some friends and seemed quite popular with the
younger set. He managed to ingratiate himself and just loved the extra attention.
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