"With the last minute confirmation of a placement at the UK Dirt Bike Show, Front Row GB were literally still finalising their stand layouts as the show was about to officially open.
It was the intention for Front Row GB to be complete for at least the first day of the show as prior commitments would restrict both riders over the weekend.
The Walker Ecosse MAN 6x6 T5 Support vehicle had arrived a few days in advance to be dressed in its livery for Dakar 2008, get a prime location as the public entered the main entrance to the show and to primarily load its cargo from Edmondson Racing for the support of the two team riders.
Four KTM690s were rebuilt after being sprayed and lacquered in the team colours and arrived the night before the show opened.
Many thanks goes to all who pushed their limits to get everything ready on time; not only for the show but also realising this would be the last chance to get things together for the start of the Dakar itself.
It was excellent to see Adventure Spec with a good range of clothing that caught the eye of many customers and produced some superb interest from the public
With the only Dakar ready, KTM690 Factory Rally bikes in the UK; substantial interest was continuous throughout the show with the two motorcycles on the Front Row GB stand, the single bike on the Talon/Michelin stand and the showpiece at the entrance of the show with one bike and the T5 MAN Support truck.
Front Row GB are currently finalizing administration for an expected departure for Lisbon between Christmas and the New Year with the team being complete in the Portuguese city by early morning 1st January ’08"
A decade or so ago I worked for the Dakar - I know what that race is all about and how hard it really is. I also know how hard these guys have worked to put the team together that will hopefully see them through to Lac Rose. It's an amazing effort and we feel truly privileged and proud every time we see those little SCEC stickers on their bikes.
Keep an eye on their website - it's gonna be a hell of a ride!
http://www.frontrowgb.com
