Racing

Race Preview: Thailand Enduro Series Round #2 – Khao E-to

02.10.2014
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After the very successful TANKstore Thailand Enduro Series first round at Chet Khot-Pong Konsao Natural Study and Ecotourism Center in Saraburi Province, everyones are now craving for the second round. The second round would not made possible without the support received from TANKstore, Redbull, Sport Bicycle, Buff Headwear and other sponsors.

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This second round is going to be awesome, Koh E-To is known as the home of Thai mountain bike, it’s the place that made many riders fell in love in mountain biking. Many XC champions are trained from this ground too.

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The selection of trails used in all 4 special stages are suitable for all skill levels, from novice to expert, should bring smiles to a lot of faces. The liaison stages (transition) will be on black road with approximately 590m of a total climb.

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On Saturday 11 Oct, riders can horn their skills and get familiarised with the trails. The seeding run will be done later that day too.

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Race day starts early Sunday morning with race briefing, 4 waves of riders will then be released into their first of the four Liaison Stages. Riders will begin with racing in TANKstore Stage (SS1) then Sport Bicycle Stage (SS2), Buff Headwear Stage (SS3) and Redbull Stage (SS4) as a final stage.

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While the racers are racing in the hill, the festival ground will be live with DJ Dan, beverages will be served, many food will be ready for the hungry crowds. Our sponsors will have selection of products for riders and followers to spend their well earned money. Many shops will help riders reaching their dream easier with their promotions for the up coming 2015 enduro bikes.

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The award ceremony will be held at around 4.30pm. Everyone will be enjoying free afternoon drink Vodka Redbull and measure their luck with our lucky drawn freebies.
Hope to welcome you all to TANKstore Thailand Enduro Series Round 2!

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More information on www.facebook.com/ThailandEnduroSeries and www.thailandenduroseries.com

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Words: Nawaphansa Yugala | Pictures: Thailand Enduro Series PR

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