In print again

A familiar looking article has appeared in the latest issue of Road Rally eNews.

Trans America Rallye Update

Back in the early part of last year, April as a matter of fact, I gave a mention to the Trans America Rally coming through the Midwest in June of this year.
I have an update. The latest info on the website says that the cars will overnight in Duluth, MN on June 16th, having approached the city by running along the south shore of Lake Superior. In the morning the entrants will set off for Grand Forks passing through Park Rapids and the Itasca state forest. The Itasca state forest has some wonderful rally roads that I'm sure the participants will enjoy.
I'm hoping that my work schedule will allow me the time to nip up there and see the cars.
No exact route is available as yet but the latest details on the route and the schedule can be found on the event web page.

Alcan 5000

Moss Motoring magazine is a handy publication from the sellers of parts for you little British Sports car. This current issue, numbered 1 for 2015 is of interest to the Road Rallye enthusiast. It is dominated by a warts and all write up on participation in the 2014 Alcan 5000 in a Triumph TR4.

The Alcan 5000 is a road Rallye that starts in the Seattle area driving through Canada finishing in Alaska. A Rallye of long transits between timed to the second TSD stages. The road conditions vary from fast straight Tarmac, through speedy gravel roads to pothole strewn switchbacks. Much local wildlife like Bears and Caribou and suchlike can be encountered.

As I stated this is a "warts and all" article. You read about when the head gasket blows. When the navigator is scared by encounters with cows, you know about it. Plus you do feel their relief and joy when they finish.

I was fascinated reading about the event. It might be fun to take part. Now to persuade my navigator.

You can read all about the event and enter it at http://www.alcan5000.com.