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In this breaking exclusive interview, we sit down with Ricardo Mitterer, former Series Manager of the Hard Enduro World Championship and key member of the WESS team, to get the real story behind the unexpected announcement that they will not be able to host the championship in 2025.

Ricardo pulls back the curtain on what led to this decision, revealing the financial challenges that ultimately made the 2025 championship unsustainable and how close they actually came to securing alternative funding before having to take a step back. He provides insight into the complicated relationship between WESS, FIM, and manufacturers like KTM, shedding light on the behind-the-scenes dynamics that influenced the championship's direction.

For riders and fans wondering what happens next, Ricardo discusses which iconic Hard Enduro events will still run independently in 2025 and offers some clarity for professional and privateer riders who had built their entire season around the championship acknowledging the perspective of athletes now facing an uncertain competitive landscape.

For the first time, get answers to the questions every Hard Enduro fan is asking: How did we get to this point? Is there still hope for a championship in 2025? And what happens next for a sport at a crossroads?

Whether you're a die-hard Hard Enduro enthusiast or casual follower, this candid conversation provides insight into the business realities of motorsport promotion and the uncertain future of the discipline we love.

Don't miss this must-watch interview on a topic that has the entire Hard Enduro community talking!

Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:23 Ricardo Mitterer Role at WESS
03:05 Transition from WESS to the HEWC
05:41 Role of FIM in the championship
07:18 The expense of having FIM involved
10:31 Manufacturers involvement in the championship
12:56 Did KTM have an influence?
15:33 How close were you to meeting your financial target?
20:33 Can WESS return in the future?
21:48 Which races will still take place in 2025?
23:44 Advice for riders who relied on the championship
25:53 How did you support expenses like travel?
29:47 Junior an women rider initiatives
33:35 Are WESS working with FIM to find a solution?
34:36 How could the championship still happen?
37:20 Would there be support for a new promoter?
38:59 How will fans be able to follow hard enduro this year?

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Confused by the different race formats in Hard Enduro? This comprehensive guide breaks down all the major racing formats you'll see in hard enduro competitions worldwide! In this episode, we explore the 5 main race formats that have been featured in past FIM Hard Enduro World Championships and continue to be used in major hard enduro events around the globe. By the end of this video, you'll understand the differences between A-B, A-B-A, Multi-lap, Multi-lap with Different Finish, and Rally Formats (Multi-day A-B).

We break down real-world examples from legendary events like Erzberg Rodeo, Sea to Sky, Valleys Hard Enduro, Hixpania, and Red Bull Romaniacs to illustrate how each format works in practice. You'll learn about qualification procedures, prologue events, and how they affect the main race. This guide also covers the various start procedures used in hard enduro, including single starts and mass starts, and explains the checkpoint systems that determine race rankings. Whether you're new to hard enduro or a seasoned fan looking to understand the technical aspects of racing, this video has you covered.

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Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:36 Qualifications/Prologue
01:18 Starting Procedures
01:57 Race Format Types
02:14 A-B Format
02:34 A-B-A Format
03:08 Multi Lap Format
03:32 Multi Lap Different Finish
03:51 Rally (A-B Multi Day)
04:45 Erzberg Rodeo Example
06:01 Sea to Sky Example
08:16 Valleys Hard Enduro Example
10:04 Hixpania Example
11:23 Red Bull Romaniacs

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Embark on an ultimate guide to Red Bull Romaniacs, the world's toughest hard enduro rally! We’re sharing our comprehensive race experience and essential preparation tips that we wish we had before competing.

Whether you're a seasoned enduro rider or aspiring to tackle this legendary event, this episode breaks down everything from choosing the right race class (Gold, Silver, Bronze, Iron, Atom, Electric, or Adventure ADV) to detailed navigation training, mental preparation, and daily race strategies.

Get insider knowledge on what each day brings, from the city Prologue to the challenging mountain stages across all four race days. Learn crucial tips about GPS navigation, nutrition planning, tyre selection, and the complete cost breakdown of competing. Future Romaniacs riders will find invaluable insights on training methods, mindset preparation, and real-world race experiences that aren't commonly shared online.

Join us as we reveal some strategies to surviving and succeeding in this epic hard enduro challenge, drawing from our hosts personal journey from first timer to top-10 finisher. Whether you're planning to race or just curious about this legendary event, this guide provides a detailed look into Red Bull Romaniacs preparation and race experience.

Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:38 What class should I enter?
00:56 Gold Class
01:20 Silver Class
02:04 Bronze Class
02:53 Iron Class
03:31 Atom Class
04:08 Electric Class
04:34 Adventure ADV Class
05:13 How to prepare for Romanaics
09:34 Mindset for Romaniacs
10:51 Training with a GPS
12:03 Nutrition
12:46 What to expect from each day
13:17 Prologue
16:12 Race Day 1
19:01 Race Day 2
23:00 Race Day 3
23:41 Race Day 4
26:14 Tyres
26:39 How much does Romanaics cost?
29:56 Questions

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