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Get ready for an insider's look at the 2024 Roof of Africa - known to riders everywhere as "The Mother of Hard Enduro"! We've got some great chats lined up in this episode, including a sit-down with Motul's Mercia Jansen, who takes us behind the scenes of their amazing work supporting riders over the last decade. We are also joined by Sherco Factory rider Teodor Kabachiev, who shares his unique perspective as he prepares for both his African debut and first Roof challenge.

We dive into what makes this race so special, from its humble beginnings back in 1967 to this year's revamped race layout, designed to level the playing field among competitors. Want to know who to watch? We break down the battle brewing between local legends Wade Young and Brett Swanepoel, as well as the up and coming youth riders and international rider Teodor ready to take them on. And if you're planning to catch the action in person, we've got you covered with essential spectator tips and some local knowledge to make your experience memorable. Whether you're a competitor, spectator, or enduro enthusiast, this episode captures the spirit and grit of one of motorsport's greatest adventures in the mountain kingdom of Lesotho.

We hope you enjoy this episode!

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:41 Mercia Jansen
02:53 Motul’s involvement in Roof of Africa
05:00 What makes Roof of Africa special?
07:18 Motul Sponsorship
09:20 Most important Motul product
12:20 Post Interview discussion
13:55 Teodor Kabakchiev - Sherco Factory Rider
16:57 Difference between Mario Roman and Teodor Kabakchiev
18:36 First Roof of Africa race
23:09 Expectations for the race
28:10 Bike setup
31:34 Post interview Discussion
35:26 What is The Roof of Africa?
38:00 Roof of Africa Class
43:23 What bike would our Motocross enthusiast choose?
46:16 Schedule
49:37 Riders/ Competitors
53:56 Spectators
57:41 Outro

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“Why is my off-road bike suspension killing my confidence?”

Join us as we dive deep into the mysterious world of motorcycle suspension with Justin Waddington, the founder of Shock Logic. Ever wondered why your bike feels terrible on certain terrains, or why professional riders seem to glide effortlessly over impossible obstacles? In this episode we guide you to understanding suspension and transforming your riding experience.

Justin breaks down the critical secrets of suspension including:

- The #1 mistake riders make that destroys their bike's performance

- How to set up your suspension

- The difference between low-speed and high-speed compression

- Why professional hard enduro riders spend hundreds of hours just testing suspension

Whether you're a weekend warrior or aspiring to compete, this episode will boost your riding confidence and help you understand what's really happening underneath your bike. Lastly, it’ll give you some pointers on how to make your bike feel like it's perfectly tuned for YOU.

From his background in motorsport to working with top-tier racing teams, Justin provides practical, no-nonsense advice that will change how you think about your motorcycle's suspension. You'll learn how small adjustments can dramatically improve your riding experience.

If you want to ride faster, safer, and with more confidence, this episode is an absolute must-listen for every dirt bike and off-road motorcycle enthusiast.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Chapters

0:00 Justin from Shock Logic introduction

4:12 Common mistakes people make with suspension

7:00 Differences between MX/SX and Hard Enduro suspension setup

9:20 Setting up Hard Enduro suspension

13:07 What do the Pro’s do to set up their suspension?

16:10 Process to set up your suspension

22:00 Common performance suspension parts

26:00 Support with suspension set-up

29:50 The difference between High-speed and Low-speed dampening

34:00 Reach out to Shock Logic for support on your set-up

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We had a chance to sit down with Winfried Kerschhaggl who is the FIM Hard Enduro World Championship Series Manager. We get to know who he is and where his passion for motorcycling began. For those who may not know the series started out as the “World Enduro Super Series” also known as WESS with a broader enduro focus before evolving into the Hard Enduro World Championship it is today.

2024 was a thrilling season and Winfried shares his highlights from a series manager’s perspective. From the return of injured riders to race organizational improvements there are many areas that stand out. There are often challenges that need to be overcome or areas for improvement in such a large operation, we discuss some of these challenges in more detail and get a better understanding of what goes on behind the scenes.

Lastly, we talk about Winfred’s vision for the future of Hard Enduro. With the aim of becoming a truly global championship, there are key adjustments that are being taken into consideration not only from a formatting perspective but also from a financial perspective. With big goals and an ambitious team, we are excited to see what the future of the championship has in store.

We hope you enjoy this episode!

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