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From - Nick Reader
GOOD TIMES UNDER THE MOUNTAIN:
A DRZ IN THE TUSSOCK:
We thought 450 riders per day in 2000 and 600 riders per day in 2001 was great, but 817 and 556 rider October 19-20 2002 was more than could have been expected!!
Even though the clouds threatened moisture over Mt Ruapehu, the vehicles on Saturday morning just kept piling in, ready for SUZUKI DESERT STORM 2002.
The trails for 02 were a little more challenging, with much less gravel than 2001 and according to most riders, the balance of tight and open riding was about bang on.
Other popular features included the kids coaching, the mechanical back up, the cinema and the Suzuki Demo bikes available for a spin ranging from the JR 50 right through to the mighty DRZ 400 and LTZ 400 quad.
The disappointment of the event was the cancellation of the Palmy FMX Freestyle jumping demo due to high winds. There was disappointment all around from the organisers, riders and FMX jumpers.
Some quotes from riders;
Hi there, awesome ride last weekend, just like to say thanks, better than last
year, better weather this year.
Had a ride on a DR250 but not the 400. It was too popular to be able to arrange.
Thanks for a great, professional event. Tracks were awesome.
Nick just arrived home, thanks for such a great event. 6 of us came up from Wellington and we all agreed it was a great weekend. Please pass on our thanks to all your volunteers and sponsors. We came back tired, satisfied and just one broken spoke that needs fixing between the six bikes.
The success of Suzuki Desert Storm seems to lie in the simplicity of the event.
Suzuki Desert Storm Quick Facts:
Karioi forest managed by Winstone Pulp Ltd, SH 49, Ohakune.
For photos, please contact Epic Events:
Coming Epic Events;
WHAKATANE SUMMERCROSS:
International Motocross and Freestyle Motocross at it’s very best in the Bay of Plenty.
TOKOROA SUPERCROSS:
Explosive International Supercross action under lights.
Event organised by the South Waikato Motorcycle Club, promoted by Epic Events.
KIWI RIDER COACHING - ROAD RIDER TRAINING:
KIWI RIDER COACHING - ROAD RACE TRAINING:
For event details check:www.epicevents.co.nz
Nick Reader EPIC EVENTS LTD
A unique location… Great trails… some funky sounds, great mates and good food all add up to an atmosphere that can’t be beat.
Saturday 817 riders
Sunday 555 riders
130 km of trails
49 Staff including 20 sweep riders
4 medics
Event donation to Alan Duff books in homes reading promotion program
Be part of the gathering next year!
28-29 DECEMBER 2002
Event organised by the Bay of Plenty Motorcycle Club, promoted by Epic Events.
18 January 2003
8 March 2003, Taupo Motor Race Circuit.
9 March 2003, Taupo Motor Race Circuit.
Or call 021 983 766
Or E-mail:
Incorporating Kiwi Rider Coaching
mob 021 983 766 fax 07 376 5471
PO Box 4293,
Hamilton, NZ.
www.epicevents.co.nz
