Biggest crash of my life - Morocco Desert Challenge part 2

Rally is definitely not glamorous! More behind the scenes doing extreme desert rally... Absolutely brutal days with a lot of rocks and insane heat at the Morocco Desert Challenge. The peak temperature was 48 degrees. The last 100km took a serious amount of digging deep and I had a huge off 30 km from the end. Seriously hard riding in the heat. 6 bikes over took me while I recovered myself from the off and my confidence definitely took a hit. It was a HARD DAY! The good news is I have the off on video (it is rather spectacular). It ripped my helmet clean off but the Alpinestars airbag saved me, deploying before I hit the ground. Seriously winded but unhurt, I cracked on but lost my pace big time. I tried to crack on as best I could knowing the end was close… 😤

Bike is all good. I had to wiggle the grips etc straight after the off but he’s a beast!! And he took it like a hero. I’m nervous about the weight in the dunes but I’ll do my best. Super pleased with my nutrition, the new Tail Wind energy electrolyte in my water is definitely keeping my energy more stable.

Body is shattered but lots left in it!!

And eeeeek... Proud to be placing 24th mid way through! I have been a mess on making the bivoauc, mostly from heat!!

Next episode we hit the dunes … stay tuned.

You can watch the rest of the series here:
Part 1: The race begins...Morocco Desert Challenge a 3000km extreme desert race    • New bike - 1st race on KTM 450 rally ...  
Part 2: Biggest crash of my life    • Biggest crash of my life - Morocco De...  
Part 3: My eyes have never hurt so bad    • Riding blind on KTM 450 rally replica...  
Is KTM Rally Replica worth the price? - In-depth Review    • Is KTM Rally Replica worth the price?...  
Why does no one talk about this, how to avoid monkey butt    • Why does no one talk about this, how ...  


This is part 2 of a three part series showing you the real behind the scenes of one of the toughest races out there. I’ve entered the full rally raid class, so up there riding with the pros, and it’s a full on 8 day moving bivouac race.

I mention my Tunisia Desert Challenge series where I was the first female to ever enter and first to finish, I highly recommend watching:
Part 1:    • Harder than the Dakar! Tunisia Desert...  
Part 2:    • Stranded in the desert…ALONE! Real li...  
Part 3:    • Nearly killed by extreme 48 degree he...  

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2:06: Race Start Line - The beginning of the challenging rally race in Morocco.
4:40: First Fall - A moment when the rider experiences their first fall during the race.
6:39: Food Stop - A break in the race for essential nourishment and hydration.
9:33: Race Day 1 Complete - The end of the first day of intense racing.
12:04: Dinner in the Rally - A glimpse into the racers' evening meal at the rally site.
12:30: Briefing for Next Race Day - Preparation and instructions for the upcoming day of racing.
14:57: Foot Injury - Discussion or footage related to a foot injury during the race.
19:35: Halfway Through the Race - A checkpoint marking the midpoint of this grueling race.
20:50: The Accident - A significant incident that occurred during the rally.
21:45: My Gut Situation - Insights into how the rider is managing their well-being during the race.

More information:
I’m riding Big Buddy a brand new KTM 450 rally replica:
@ktechsuspension set for my weight
@michelin desert bib mousse and tyres to ensure zero punctures    / @michelinglobal  
Caulfield custom made seat for a happy Vanessa bottom
@talonengineering custom wheels
Cross Country ADV mega rally pegs
And my own personalised graphics designed by me
Custom took kit hidden under the seat @tengtools with my emergency flare:    / @tengtools3639  


For more information on details shared in the video:
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Desert Rose Racing: I highly recommend http://www.desertroseracing.com/
Active Collagen 20% discount with link: https://bit.ly/2y45MM3 or 10% off use UPVRUC10
Tail Wind nutrition: https://www.tailwindnutrition.co.uk/

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Off the Rails.mp3
ES_Hopio - Azucares.mp3
ES_Nothing But Mine (Instrumental Version) - Parellite.mp3
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ES_1978 - Tellsonic.mp3
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