Petrol in the Blood: Felix Melnikoff’s Column #51
- Despite ongoing preparations for Abitur, a German enduro rider recently shared insights into the third and fourth rounds of the international German Enduro Championship in Dahlen.
- The "Around Dahlen" event is known for its demanding special tests in Mertewitz and Dahlen.
- The rider reported initial difficulties coordinating the motorcycle with the Saxon soil conditions during the first race. Adjustments made by Henrik von Pepper Motorsport improved the chassis setup,...
Enduro Rider Recaps Dahlen Race, Receives Six Days Honor
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Despite ongoing preparations for Abitur, a German enduro rider recently shared insights into the third and fourth rounds of the international German Enduro Championship in Dahlen.
Dahlen Day 1: Challenging Terrain
The “Around Dahlen” event is known for its demanding special tests in Mertewitz and Dahlen. The course presents numerous obstacles, but also offers manageable sections.
The rider reported initial difficulties coordinating the motorcycle with the Saxon soil conditions during the first race. Adjustments made by Henrik von Pepper Motorsport improved the chassis setup, leading to better times. The rider finished P5 in the J1 class.
Dahlen day 2: mud and Police Scrutiny
Mud holes were opened on the second day, adding to the challenge. The rider recounted being stopped by local police during the race for a license and vehicle document check. The police questioned the motorcycle’s dirty condition and unreadable license plate, which the rider attributed to the muddy course. After explaining the situation, the rider was allowed to continue without critically important delay.
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The rider improved their times on the second day until a stone field caused a setback. A loose stone caused the front wheel to slip, requiring a lengthy struggle to continue. The rider finished in 5th place, just five seconds behind P3. After four runs, the rider is in P16 in the A championship.
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Six Days 2024 Finisher Ceremony
Medals of honor from the Six Days in 2024 in Spain were presented by Willfried, recognizing the six Days finishers. The rider is scheduled to participate in the Six Days 2025 in Bergamo, italy, and has been nominated for the Junior Trophy team.
Looking Ahead
The rider mentioned limited training time due to Abi stress but noted upcoming sporty highlights to balance academics. Details will be shared in the next update.
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Enduro Rider Recaps dahlen Race: Your Questions Answered
Q: What’s the big news?
A: A German enduro rider recently shared insights into the third and fourth rounds of the international German Enduro Championship held in Dahlen. the rider also received recognition for completing the Six Days event.
Q: Where was the race held?
A: The races took place in Dahlen.
Q: What’s so special about the Dahlen race?
A: The “Around Dahlen” event is known for its demanding special tests in Mertewitz and Dahlen. The course is challenging, with many obstacles, but also includes sections manageable for riders.
Q: How did the first day of the race go?
A: The rider faced initial difficulties coordinating the motorcycle with the Saxon soil conditions. However, adjustments to the chassis setup made by Henrik von Pepper Motorsport led to improved race times, and the rider finished P5 in the J1 class.
Q: What where the challenges on Day 2?
A: The second day presented additional difficulties due to mud holes. The rider was also stopped by local police for a licence and vehicle document check.The rider explained that the dirty motorcycle and unreadable license plate were the result of the muddy course and was allowed to continue. In a separate incident, a stone field caused a setback, with a loose stone causing the front wheel to slip. This resulted in a time-consuming recovery,and the rider finished 5th,just five seconds behind third place. After four runs, the rider is in P16 in the A championship.
Q: Were there any other eventful experiences?
A: Yes, the rider also experienced a brief stop by local police for a vehicle inspection due to the condition of the motorcycle.
Q: Can I watch the race highlights?
A: Yes, you can watch a video on YouTube.
Q: What is the Six Days 2024 Finisher Ceremony about?
A: The rider received a medal of honor from the Six Days 2024 event in Spain,presented by Willfried.
Q: What are the rider’s future plans?
A: The rider is preparing for the Six Days 2025 event in Bergamo, Italy, and has been nominated for the Junior Trophy team.
Q: What is the rider’s current focus?
A: The rider is juggling racing with ongoing preparations for their Abitur (German high school final exams).
Q: What can we expect in the next update?
A: The rider is expected to share details about upcoming sporty highlights to balance academics in the next update.
Q: Who are the sponsors?
A: The sponsors include the following: