THE DAKAR SPOT

~ ~ PROFILES ~~ TECHNICAL INSIGHT ~~ STAGE REVIEW ~~ TEAM U.S.A. ~~ ROBBY GORDON ~~ 100 DAKAR LINKS

Friday, January 05, 2007

GET READY FOR WAR!

STAGE 1: LISBONNE - PORTIMAO
Today’s stage: 492 km total, 117 km of specials. The competitors will already put their wheels on the sand! Then the race will continue on a WRC type of track. This is where the rally drivers will show all their skills! Be sure to keep a close eye on Carlos Sainz (Volkswagen) who won the first two specials last year in Portugal. And of course, Robby Gordon who can wheel a car in any conditions. Race for the cars should start at about 12:39 AM PST