Willem Avenant
Willem Avenant
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Decoding Dakar, Episode 6 - Here we go!
Join me in Decoding Dakar Ep. 6 as I wrap up a whirlwind year of rally prep! From the Cape Roadbook Camp in South Africa to dune training in Namibia, and a U.S. training tour with stops in California, El Paso, and Colorado, it’s been an epic journey.
Packed with challenges, friendships, and unforgettable moments, I reflect on the value of connection as I gear up for Dakar 2025.
In this episode:
Where I have been recap.
Cape Roadbook Camp.
Namibia training.
US training tour.
Quick look at Dakar route.
Packing.
Read full article here: wravenant.wixsite.com/rallyracing/post/decoding-dakar-oct-to-dec-newsletter
Support options here - www.decodingdakar.com
#decodingdakar #willem2dakar #dreamingofdakar ...
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Feedback Friday - 1 week before I leave for Dakar
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This week I returned home from my last training ride in Colorado, and started packing so we take a look into some of the things I am taking with me and what I am packing. Did you know? Any contribution to my Go Fund Me campaign unlocks access to my exclusive “inside Dakar” WhatsApp group? With only 1 week before I leave for Dakar, now’s the perfect time to join the journey! 🏁 Thanks to everybod...
Feedback Friday - 2 weeks to the Dakar Rally
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Feedback Friday - 2 weeks to the Dakar Rally Every Friday between now and Dakar, I’ll be giving you the real, unfiltered scoop on what went down during the week with Decoding Dakar. It’s not just about the epic rides-I’ll share the highs, lows, and everything in between. This week I left El Paso for Skool of Moto in Delta, Colorado, where I was able to ride and train on my trusty Kove 450 from ...
How to do a track stand with @skoolofmoto
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I had the pleasure of discovering the challenge that is the track stand while spending some time at the Skool of Moto, in Delta Colorado. In this video, owner and mentor of Skool of Moto, Donni Reddington, does a great job explaining how to do a track stand, and helps me get semi decent at it in a very short period of time. If you are new to dirt bike riding and want to work on your skills, wan...
Feedback Friday - 3 weeks to the Dakar Rally
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Feedback Friday - 3 weeks to the Dakar Rally Every Friday between now and Dakar, I’ll be giving you the real, unfiltered scoop on what went down during the week with Decoding Dakar. It’s not just about the epic rides-I’ll share the highs, lows, and everything in between. This week I was at the Champ Ranch in Apple Valley California to work on my technique and currently I am in El Paso, Texas, w...
Feedback Friday - 4 weeks to the Dakar Rally
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Feedback Friday - 4 weeks to the Dakar Rally Every Friday between now and Dakar, I’ll be giving you the real, unfiltered scoop on what went down during the week with Decoding Dakar. It’s not just about the epic rides-I’ll share the highs, lows, and everything in between. I am soooo excited, this week we have a quick look at the Dakar 2025 route that was revealed, talk about Thanksgiving and my ...
Decoding Dakar Challenge - explained !
Просмотров 185Месяц назад
🎥 Welcome to the Decoding Dakar Challenge! 🏁🔥 🌍 The ULTIMATE rally experience brought to YOU! In this video, we’re diving into how YOU can be part of the Decoding Dakar Challenge, score incredible prizes, and join Willem on his journey to conquer the toughest rally race in the world-the Dakar Rally 2025! 💪🏽 ✨ HOW IT WORKS: 1️⃣ Get Your Ticket: Each ticket gets you into the challenge and gives y...
Feedback Friday - 5 weeks to @OfficialDakar
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Feedback Friday - 5 weeks to the Dakar Rally Every Friday between now and Dakar, I’ll be giving you the real, unfiltered scoop on what went down during the week with Decoding Dakar. It’s not just about the epic rides-I’ll share the highs, lows, and everything in between. This week we take a deep dive into the Decoding Dakar Challenge and have a look at the awesome prizes, including the grand pr...
Feedback Friday - 6 weeks to @OfficialDakar
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Feedback Friday - 6 weeks to the Dakar Rally Every Friday between now and Dakar, I’ll be giving you the real, unfiltered scoop on what went down during the week with Decoding Dakar. It’s not just about the epic rides-I’ll share the highs, lows, and everything in between. This week I explain what the Decoding Dakar Challenge is and get my graphics and sticker kits ready. With only 6 weeks until ...
Feedback Friday - 7 weeks to @OfficialDakar
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Feedback Friday - 7 weeks to Dakar Every Friday between now and Dakar, I’ll be giving you the real, unfiltered scoop on what went down during the week with Decoding Dakar. It’s not just about the epic rides-I’ll share the highs, lows, and everything in between. This week my race number is finally revealed, #112. Cross country drive in 18 hours, dunes and much more. With only 7 weeks until Dakar...
Kove 450 Rally Standard Pro , Touch the Dream - 2000 mile review
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A quick look at the Kove Standard Pro after 2000 hard training miles. Super happy. This bike just keeps impressing. #touchthedream #focusonperformance #decodingdakar
Feedback Friday - 8 weeks to Dakar
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Feedback Friday - 8 weeks to @dakarrally Every Friday between now and Dakar, I’ll be giving you the real, unfiltered scoop on what went down during the week with Decoding Dakar. It’s not just about the epic rides-I’ll share the highs, lows, and everything in between. This week I am in the dunes of Namibia. With only 8 weeks until Dakar, now’s the perfect time to join the journey! 🏁 👉 Check it o...
Feedback Fridays - 9 weeks to Dakar
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Every Friday between now and Dakar, I’ll be giving you the real, unfiltered scoop on what went down during the week with Decoding Dakar. It’s not just about the epic rides-I’ll share the highs, lows, and everything in between. With only 9 weeks until Dakar, now’s the perfect time to join the journey! 🏁 👉 Check it out: Link in Bio - www.decodingdakar.com/ #feedbackfridays #DakarJourney #decoding...
Feedback Friday - 10 weeks to Dakar, talking about the dark side of rally, "post rally depression"
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Feedback Friday - 10 weeks to Dakar Talking about the dark side of rally. Facing the reality of Post Rally Blues and how to deal with “post race depression”. Read full article here - wravenant.wixsite.com/rallyracing/post/understanding-post-rally-stress-syndrome-navigating-the-emotional-rollercoaster-after-rally-racing Hey everyone, Willem here for another Feedback Friday. This week was a rare ...
Decoding Dakar, Episode 5 - It’s OFFICIAL - I’ve been selected for Dakar 2025!
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Decoding Dakar, Episode 5 - It’s OFFICIAL - I’ve been selected for Dakar 2025!
Feedback Friday - 11 weeks to Dakar
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Feedback Friday - 11 weeks to Dakar
Baja Rally Stage 6 Highlights
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Baja Rally Stage 6 Highlights
Baja Rally Stage 5 Highlights
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Baja Rally Stage 5 Highlights
Feedback Fridays - 12 weeks to Dakar with @ChasingWaypoints at @BAJARALLY
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Feedback Fridays - 12 weeks to Dakar with @ChasingWaypoints at @BAJARALLY
Baja Rally Stage 4 Highlights
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Baja Rally Stage 4 Highlights
Baja Rally Stage 3 Highlights
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Baja Rally Stage 3 Highlights
Baja Rally Stage 2 Highlights
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Baja Rally Stage 2 Highlights
Baja Rally Stage 1 Highlights
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Baja Rally Stage 1 Highlights
Feedback Fridays - 13 weeks to Dakar
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Feedback Fridays - 13 weeks to Dakar
Feedback Fridays - 14 weeks to Dakar
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Feedback Fridays - 14 weeks to Dakar
Feedback Fridays - 15 weeks to Dakar
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Feedback Fridays - 15 weeks to Dakar
First Look: 2025 KTM & Husky Factory Rally Replicas Unveiled! | Behind the Scenes with HT Rally Raid
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First Look: 2025 KTM & Husky Factory Rally Replicas Unveiled! | Behind the Scenes with HT Rally Raid
Cape Roadbook Camp run down
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Cape Roadbook Camp run down
Decoding Dakar, Episode 4 - Dakar '25 route & features, Rally Skool, Boreal Royale and more
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Decoding Dakar, Episode 4 - Dakar '25 route & features, Rally Skool, Boreal Royale and more
Kove 450 Rally Pro - close up look
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Kove 450 Rally Pro - close up look

Комментарии

  • @Speelbird
    @Speelbird 2 дня назад

    Cant imagine the costs and effort behind a project like this… Thumbs pressed you dont get hurt and that you ll finish the race. Go 112!

    • @wravenant
      @wravenant 2 дня назад

      @@Speelbird thanks so much. 🙏🙏🙏

    • @Speelbird
      @Speelbird 2 дня назад

      @ Welcome! Do you have an idea if there are any streams or good YT channels to follow the Dakar closely?

    • @wravenant
      @wravenant 2 дня назад

      @ ChasingWaypoints will do daily shows. I am also running a whats app group from Dakar if you are interested.

    • @Speelbird
      @Speelbird 2 дня назад

      @ yes definitely, how do I join?

    • @Speelbird
      @Speelbird 2 дня назад

      Ok I found out and just send some donation via gofundme. Now I am excited how to get access to the group :)

  • @ChrisVestal-hi9if
    @ChrisVestal-hi9if 3 дня назад

    Another great video Willem! Go get em!

    • @wravenant
      @wravenant 3 дня назад

      @@ChrisVestal-hi9if thanks my friend. Really appreciate it and all your help and support.

  • @greatfallskam
    @greatfallskam 3 дня назад

    Love the latest video drop. Getting close now. The MIRA kit looks awesome. Also glad to see some of the sponsors I am familiar with like MotoMinded, Giant Loop, Mobius, Double Take, Leatt, etc. I hope the visa shows up in time. Being on HT Rally Raid Racing Team will hopefully insure your bike runs in tip top shape and few more hours of sleep in evening. Be Lekker, Kam

    • @wravenant
      @wravenant 3 дня назад

      @@greatfallskam thanks Kam. Yea, its great to have support from within the industry from people who care about Rally

  • @motominded5275
    @motominded5275 3 дня назад

    Cool vid and goodluck. What is Enduro Comp you were talking about?

    • @wravenant
      @wravenant 3 дня назад

      @@motominded5275 thanks man. Will send you a video about Enduro Comp. Super fun concept. Chasing down open waypoints with Rally Comp. No roadbook, just arrow, choose your own route/way. First guy to collect all waypoints wins.

  • @paulmumford9386
    @paulmumford9386 3 дня назад

    Dakar is a city in Senegal?

    • @wravenant
      @wravenant 3 дня назад

      @@paulmumford9386 and one day I will go there

  • @EZ_shop
    @EZ_shop 3 дня назад

    What's a countershock and where do you get one?

    • @wravenant
      @wravenant 3 дня назад

      @@EZ_shop countershox.com/. CounterShox is a bolt-on device designed to provide a tuned counter-reaction to obstacles in racing and extreme racing environments. Impulses to the front fork are used to provide an automatic reactionary force that the rider no longer has to provide through the handlebars.

    • @EZ_shop
      @EZ_shop 3 дня назад

      @@wravenant Interesting. Thanks a lot.

  • @Speelbird
    @Speelbird 4 дня назад

    Hi, thanks for this Decoding Dakar videos! I just started to watch and I will watch all of them! Whats the biggest advantage of those foam grips? I saw them a few times but I dont get the idea behind it. I think when it starts raining they will soak up and you are f… (considering the middle european climate zone)

    • @wravenant
      @wravenant 4 дня назад

      @@Speelbird thanks so much. Glad you are finding value in it. A new one coming out soon. The foam grips vastly reduce vibrations. My hands a pretty messed up and I feel a huge difference with foam grips. For rally bikes they are essential given the many hours we spend on the bike in a race. In my experience they don’t really absorb moisture. However, other than a few stages, I have not ridden with them in rain for extended periods at a time.

    • @Speelbird
      @Speelbird 4 дня назад

      @ thanks for the answer :) You dont find much about rally sports or even events here in germany and it is some absolute niche sport unfortunately… Also because every single wood or grasland is holy and offroading more or less strictly forbidden everywhere. So I guess you are some kind of lucky. I wish you all the best on your road to Dakar and will follow the results of course. Ride safe and good luck :)

    • @wravenant
      @wravenant 4 дня назад

      @ thank you very much

  • @kingofcisnistria7396
    @kingofcisnistria7396 5 дней назад

    Probably one of the least informative product videos I have ever seen

  • @dursunyalcin5952
    @dursunyalcin5952 6 дней назад

    Kaç beygir usta

  • @dursunyalcin5952
    @dursunyalcin5952 6 дней назад

    Kaç beygir usta

  • @dursunyalcin5952
    @dursunyalcin5952 6 дней назад

    Kaç beygir

  • @dursunyalcin5952
    @dursunyalcin5952 6 дней назад

    Kaç beygir

  • @paulmumford9386
    @paulmumford9386 6 дней назад

    Willy he is going to do awesome

    • @wravenant
      @wravenant 6 дней назад

      @@paulmumford9386 thanks big man. With you cheering me on I have no choice but to do awesome

  • @daveblackmoto
    @daveblackmoto 6 дней назад

    Stoked!!!

    • @wravenant
      @wravenant 6 дней назад

      @@daveblackmoto thanks buddy. Also thanks for your help and support. Its a team effort for sure.

  • @russpaton8877
    @russpaton8877 7 дней назад

    Looking good buddy!

    • @wravenant
      @wravenant 6 дней назад

      @@russpaton8877 thanks my friend. Almost time

  • @ryanhawkermoto
    @ryanhawkermoto 7 дней назад

    Last push buddy I actually can’t believe it is so close now. Enjoy every last minute.

    • @wravenant
      @wravenant 7 дней назад

      @@ryanhawkermoto thanks man. Appreciate it. Around the corner. Feels unreal.

    • @ryanhawkermoto
      @ryanhawkermoto 7 дней назад

      Loved the suit bru. That’s amazing. I want one.

  • @Classic-car-addict
    @Classic-car-addict 7 дней назад

    Enjoy it man , definitely gonna follow you

    • @wravenant
      @wravenant 7 дней назад

      @@Classic-car-addict thanks so much

  • @donlopez3185
    @donlopez3185 7 дней назад

    I have both bikes and have no desire to ride that distance on my 500. The 790R is great for long distance but takes extra effort when the terrain gets rough.

    • @wravenant
      @wravenant 7 дней назад

      @@donlopez3185 fully agree. The point of the trip was to show that the 500 could easily do it. That was part of a project where I used the 500 for an entire year racing offroad races, doing rallies, and doing long distance adv travel to prove/show it can do it all. Was a hell of a year.

  • @kamilvasicek5924
    @kamilvasicek5924 15 дней назад

    Great video, my 👍👍👍 up. I would like to learn that skill. But I'm not the dirt and rally rider, I ride adv bike Ktm 1290 SAR. Do you think it's possible to learn that skill on such a big bike?

    • @wravenant
      @wravenant 15 дней назад

      @@kamilvasicek5924 for sure. One of the bikes in the video is a 950. Where sre you based.

  • @SteveFarrand
    @SteveFarrand Месяц назад

    Wow...prizes 😁

  • @SteveFarrand
    @SteveFarrand Месяц назад

    20 YEARS IN THE MAKING. WOW !

  • @danyzaragoza619
    @danyzaragoza619 Месяц назад

    Always have to chase those dreams!

  • @CJKing-jh4dh
    @CJKing-jh4dh Месяц назад

    Let’s go 112!!

  • @russpaton8877
    @russpaton8877 Месяц назад

    Chase the dream right on!

  • @sinantuncbilek548
    @sinantuncbilek548 Месяц назад

    Is it good from china tho

    • @wravenant
      @wravenant Месяц назад

      @@sinantuncbilek548 very good. Loving the bike and have not had any major issues.

  • @tcrossau
    @tcrossau Месяц назад

    Willem, the KTM RFR runs a 1.6 front rim. Any advantage to the Kove Factory having a 1.85? Or would you scale it down to a 1.6 for racing?

  • @MrKikkomon
    @MrKikkomon Месяц назад

    Let's go

  • @vxr753
    @vxr753 Месяц назад

    Many people where complaining about the skidpalte and i am one of them but i think it is cheap to replace, also i had natural gear when i am changing between third and four gear

    • @wravenant
      @wravenant Месяц назад

      @@vxr753 there are many aftermarket option available to make the skidplate more robust

  • @vxr753
    @vxr753 Месяц назад

    What is the range of the bike with tanks? Or how mail does the liter of fuel give you?

    • @wravenant
      @wravenant Месяц назад

      @@vxr753 8 gallons fuel capacity so more that 300 miles range

    • @vgstb
      @vgstb Месяц назад

      The engine is quite frugal, depending the terrain and the ride speed you can easily get between 45 and 58 mpg. So real world maximum range is between 360 and 460 miles.

  • @vxr753
    @vxr753 Месяц назад

    Can you mention Nathan Looney countershock so we can see the products

    • @wravenant
      @wravenant Месяц назад

      @@vxr753 its in the video

  • @marynawallis3441
    @marynawallis3441 Месяц назад

    keep it going from friends in SA

    • @wravenant
      @wravenant Месяц назад

      Hy kom nou vinnig nader

  • @waterhead37
    @waterhead37 2 месяца назад

    Is this the same tablet as the Carpe Iter?

    • @wravenant
      @wravenant Месяц назад

      @@waterhead37 I believe they are made in the same OEM factory, hence the look, but we add our own internals and features, so not exactly the same.

    • @waterhead37
      @waterhead37 Месяц назад

      @@wravenant Many thanks.

  • @SteveFarrand
    @SteveFarrand 2 месяца назад

    Lekker

  • @scottjutson9005
    @scottjutson9005 2 месяца назад

    That's where the phrase "adrenalin junky" comes from. Basically a withdrawal symptom.

  • @stevevarni1053
    @stevevarni1053 2 месяца назад

    So true! The drop in endorphins and lack of schedule just crashes in post Rally. Takes me days to get motivated again.

  • @Dukeplhffd
    @Dukeplhffd 2 месяца назад

    Crazy to ride ...

    • @wravenant
      @wravenant 2 месяца назад

      @@Dukeplhffd tell us more….

  • @Chase-the-Sun
    @Chase-the-Sun 2 месяца назад

    Congratulations - absolutely brilliant

  • @matthewjames4268
    @matthewjames4268 2 месяца назад

    Exciting. man. I'll be watching.

  • @danyzaragoza619
    @danyzaragoza619 2 месяца назад

    Ripper!

  • @danyzaragoza619
    @danyzaragoza619 2 месяца назад

    The shake down was HOT, the race was HOT!

  • @danyzaragoza619
    @danyzaragoza619 2 месяца назад

    Congratulations my brother, I know it was stressful leading up to the news, but the rest of us had no doubt!

  • @Chase-the-Sun
    @Chase-the-Sun 2 месяца назад

    Congratulations Willem on reaching 1000 subscribers - excellent 👍

    • @wravenant
      @wravenant 2 месяца назад

      Thanks good sir.

  • @russpaton8877
    @russpaton8877 2 месяца назад

    Any longer vids coming?

  • @russpaton8877
    @russpaton8877 2 месяца назад

    That Kive #6 was rippin! Excellent short Willem!

  • @russpaton8877
    @russpaton8877 2 месяца назад

    Awesome

  • @dustanddirtmoto1284
    @dustanddirtmoto1284 3 месяца назад

    I get mine next weekend! Sooooo stoked!!

  • @Chase-the-Sun
    @Chase-the-Sun 3 месяца назад

    All the best for the Baja Rally - really wish I could have been there this year -

    • @wravenant
      @wravenant 3 месяца назад

      @@Chase-the-Sun we will miss you energy

    • @Chase-the-Sun
      @Chase-the-Sun 3 месяца назад

      @@wravenant I promise I will be back - I have unfinished business 😎

  • @men8ifr
    @men8ifr 3 месяца назад

    And the answer is?....

    • @wravenant
      @wravenant 3 месяца назад

      @@men8ifr the Scott with transitional lenses is now my new “go to” all round goggle. I love not having to change lenses in the race and I don’t have to carry extra lenses. The Smith with Chromapop lenses for the dunes is by far my favorite. Really worked well.

  • @russpaton8877
    @russpaton8877 3 месяца назад

    Willem is their any more emails yet on the challenge? Sorry my emails are heavy and I miss stuff, is their a keyword or two to use to search for the emails. Cheers

    • @wravenant
      @wravenant 3 месяца назад

      @@russpaton8877 hey Russ. You should have received an email with a link to the challenge. You can do the challenge any time between now and the end of Dakar. I will check and resend link.

    • @russpaton8877
      @russpaton8877 3 месяца назад

      @wravenant I got the first email, just checking to see if there has been more. No expectations just checking.

    • @wravenant
      @wravenant 3 месяца назад

      @@russpaton8877 perhaps check spam as well. If you dont find it just send me an email and will send tomorrow.

  • @vxr753
    @vxr753 3 месяца назад

    Will be good if you share some of info of hydration

    • @wravenant
      @wravenant 3 месяца назад

      @@vxr753 sure will. Busy working through it so will give feedback as the journey develops. Its interesting how much there is to it.