NORRA Mexican 1000

[Mr. Clean]

I was in the new member forum and saw this post.

http://www.3wheelerworld.com/showthread.php/172056-New-Member-from-Southern-AZ

Then went online and found this webpage. The very last class listed is ATC!! I am hoping baja500bound will be able to post more details of his desert trike and details as we get closer to the race!!

http://www.norra.com/mexican1000.php

[RapidRick]

That's pretty cool.

[atc007]

LOVE this story!!! Thanx for sharing Mr Clean!

[yaegerb]

That is awesome. I would like to do that someday.

[Poco Loco]

This is epic news. I know its just a rally but they will be hauling pretty fast out there. Its a step in the right direction for 3 wheeler racing. Next will be the Score 1000, The holy Grail of off road racing.

[baja500bound]

First and foremost, thank you to Mr. Clean for starting this thread as I was still under my 10 post minimum. A special thanks to Billy Golightly for offering up his help and support!!

So yes, myself and two other guys have registered a 1985 250r in the 2015 NORRA Mexican 1000. All three of us are avid desert racers with myself and one other team member having successfully raced a dirt bike in the 2006 Baja 500 and 2010 Baja 1000. We've clicked those items off the bucket list and started looking for our next adventure. Two years ago, we started tossing around the idea of racing in the Mexican 1000 but since we had already done something similar on a motorcycle, we weren't really sure what we would race. How the idea of racing an ATC came up is kinda fuzzy as we usually discuss such things around the camp fire and well we all know the beverage of choice around a camp fire. As the original plan began to grow, we made the mistake of bringing too many people into the mix. When it came time to start funding this project, people started dropping like flies and ultimately the idea was dropped.

Now fast forward to New Years 2013/14 and as always a camp fire was involved. We made the decision to raise the ATC plan once again but this time, we would keep it at three racers only. We began funding this project and started some planning but nothing as of yet was actually set in stone until New Years 2014/15 where we submitted our registration. Once we registered, we were locked in and ready to move forward.

And this is where we are now. Over the weekend of 1/17 we tore the ATC down to the bare frame and split the motor. We’ll be doing a full rebuild of all components as well as having an extra motor that we can rob from if need be. We’ll have two chase trucks and a crew of about 6 people helping us out. The best part of NORRA is that although it’s a point to point race, we’re able to stop each night and work on the bike. This should help us out significantly in respect to bike maintenance.

I’ll be sure to post updates as they become available and we have a facebook page that can be followed as well (https://www.facebook.com/DynamicallyUnstableRacing).

Thank you to everyone for your support and well wishes!! It’s gonna be pretty freakn’ awesome!! :)

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[baja500bound]

I forgot to mention. The name of the team is Dynamically Unstable Racing (D.U.R.). We found some info about the Honda Motor Co. lawsuit in 1987 siting that ATC's had a design flaw and that they were Dynamically Unstable. Dynamically Unstable Racing was formed.. :)

[mymint87]

very cool, a few guys attempted this a while back I think they were eventually shooting for the alternative fuel class but it never came to fruition http://www.3wheelerworld.com/showthread.php/123050-Racing-the-Mexican-1000-on-3wheels!

[Ghostv2]

You guys are nuts! But your supported by people just as crazy. I think this is really cool what you guys are doing. Do you plan on running a few gopro's and a plethora of memory cards? I'm sure most of us would love to see what all goes on.

[atctim]

I think this is awesome! My best wishes to you and D.U.R. Keep us all posted. I just liked your Facebook page and will be following it closely for updates. In my book, you guys are the tops!

[baja500bound]

A huge thanks to everyone and your best wishes!!

Ghostv2 - The GoPro is definitely on the inventory list and I'll be sure to get as much footage as we possibly can.

[jakep53]

Wow this is gonna be awesome! you don't need a 4th racer do you?

[slashfan7964]

Absolutely awesome stuff!! Big news!! Someone correct me if I'm wrong, but isn't this the first time three wheelers have had a legal class since the 1986 Baja 1000?

[christph]

This is so cool. Just another sign that 3-wheelers are making a come back. Perhaps the irrational idiocy of the ban is behind us.

[baja500bound]

Happy Birthday (belated)!! 30 years ago yesterday a brand new 1985 250r was brought home from the dealership. Here's another shot of her owner during a race in Flagstaff, AZ in 1987. She's been sitting for far too long!!

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[ironchop]

3WW should crowd fund a sponsorship

[Billy Golightly]

3WW should crowd fund a sponsorship


Yeah....about that. - :shiftyeyes:

[3wheeled roofer]

Where is the ghost they call Cafro? Havent seen or heard of him in a bit. he was trying this when I met him and THE BILL at my 1st invasion. maybe we will see him this year at the invasion. Good luck to the DUR team in this adventure. Only one atc so let see how many quads u can beat. seams that is the goal these days in the desert and grand prix races.
AGAIN GOOD LUCK AND KEEP AT LEAST 2 WHEELS ON THE GROUND. godspeed my trike friends. invasion in one month

[manbearpig]

Where is the ghost they call Cafro? Havent seen or heard of him in a bit.

Saw Carmen this weekend at Lake Elsinore. I asked him what he thought about the trike class in the Mexican 1000.

His response: "Ya know, 1000 miles is really f***** far..."

For those of you that dont know, Carmen has won the SCORE Baja 500 and 1000 multiple times on multiple machines.

[3wheeled roofer]

good to hear cafro is still alive. maybe see a ghost at invasion or trike week. thanks manbear

[ironchop]

Yeah....about that. - :shiftyeyes:


I wasn`t kidding....I`m in for a twenty spot at least.

I`ll spend that much on lunch here in a minute and making sure a trike gets fielded in this race is much more important than a plate full of burritos and a couple beers.

PM me if you were serious with details.

[Billy Golightly]

Me too!

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[slashfan7964]

Me too!

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Oh my. I like this.

[baja500bound]

All I can say is Wow!! The amount of support we've received from the ATC community has been overwhelming. Most people start with a "You must be nuts!" but then end with a "Good Luck, We're rooting for ya!!" kinda thing.

Most importantly, I want to give a huge and sincere thank you to Billy and 3WW for it's sponsorship and support! Those decals are freak'n awesome and rest assured that those bad boys will be stuck to as many walls as possible from Ensenada to Cabo. We won't be making it to Mikes Sky ranch this trip but a 3 Wheeler World decal will surely be on the wall at Rice and Beans in San Ignacio.

To say that we're excited about this adventure is a definite understatement. As we're getting closer and closer (84 days - 22 hours - 38 minutes) the Task list seems to be growing rather than shrinking. Thankfully, we've all raced in Baja before so we have a pretty good program setup. Most importantly, my teammates are great guys that really have their sh.t together.

Once again, to Billy and to all the 3WW community, Thank you!!!

I won't be able make Imperial Invasion this year but hopefully next year I can put it on my Dune calendar. I'm sure we'll have some camp fire worthy stories about our adventure.

Like our facebook page as well (www.facebook.com/DynamicallyUnstableRacing) for more information/pictures.

Hammer Down!!

[Poco Loco]

Yep, sure would be nice to have another entry to the NORRA on a tripod. I know theres plenty of capable warriors out there that have the nads and talent to pull this off. It sure does take time and planning to set it up though. Well lets see what happens next year. I know Id like to be a part of a team.... Lets see what happens. Im willing to listen to all and any ideas.

[HairyJR]

Me too!

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Billy, Nice team sticker, where can the general public "3wheeler crowd" purchase them? Also looking for the round stickers too. Looked in the 3WW Shop nothing......

"HJ" :beer

[oscarmayer]

What do you think of a 350x doing the race next yr? I am building mine up and honestly have always dreamed of doing something like this. for 2016 would be my goal. I want to run the 350x I am building up in that race. Would you be interested in next yr having a 2nd racer with ya'll riding a separate machine?

Billy, me wants stickers!!!!!!! :D
(gonna put one on my son's race quad. LOL )

[3 Wheel Drive]

I'd like to make a donation towards some ga$$ or $ome Tecates! Let me know where to send the PayPal to. You have my support 100%!!!

[Brian313]

I'd like to make a donation towards some ga$$ or $ome Tecates! Let me know where to send the PayPal to. You have my support 100%!!!

Wait... Did I read that correctly? You want to donate toward some Tecates??

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Seriously, thank you to everyone for the well wishes and support. As Craig said above, it has been quite impressive. We'll do our best to make y'all proud.

Please be sure to let everyone you know follow us at facebook.com/DynamicallyUnstableRacing.

Brian

[Brian313]

What do you think of a 350x doing the race next yr?

Oscar,

The more the merrier! I think that everyone with a soft spot for three wheelers would love to see an overwhelming presence in 2016. Dust 'em off, boys!

Brian

[oscarmayer]

sweet! i am starting my planning now!!!! Ahh man, does that mena i have to loose my sweet tea gut too? Dang it... :/ LOL j/K!! being in shape is as important to racing as anything else!
to be honest, I plan to be the solo rider on it. I am from the old school that solo rider per race unless it is a 24 hr enduro style. So yea i better get into shape eh?
I have a yr to get ready, so well let me know how it goes, and what I should look at bringing as well as things to consider for the ride.
I am thinking of running slime int he tires to cut down on flats. what are your thoughts?

[3 Wheel Drive]

Wait... Did I read that correctly? You want to donate toward some Tecates?

Yes you read that right!;p You may want to wait until you ride a wheelie across the finish line.

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If Billy or anyone else has a donation set up you can count me in! I wish I had time to play with my toys more. In 99 I took my Jeep on a road trip to Cabo San Lucas from SEA...... I can't imagine doing it on a trike but it sounds like lots of fun!

[baja500bound]

Once again, we are overwhelmed with the generosity of the 3 Wheeler World community. Thank you to everyone for the support from a healthy pat on the back to offering up beer money. Because we've had requests of "Where to send money", we setup a PayPal account. To be clear, we are not soliciting money for this adventure and have graciously and humbly accepted any funds that have been given to us.

The show of support has been unreal. So, if you feel like you would like to contribute to this adventure, our team PayPal account is dynamicallyunstableracing@gmail.com .

Please point out how you would like the money spent (ex Beer money) and we'll do exactly that (barring Hooker/Stripper :) ).

The 3WW community is awesome and I'm looking to put Imperial Invasion on next years dune calendar. Hopefully Brian the owner of the 250r can bring it out to the dunes and show off some of its battle scars (Hopefully not too many.. :) ).


Once again, we have been humbled by the show of support!! Thank you!!

By the way, last night I got a package with some Team 3 Wheeler World stickers in it. These things look pretty freakn' cool!!

[3 Wheel Drive]

I wanna see some pics to verify the pesos we applied accordingly!:naughty::naughty::beer:w00t:

Have fun!

[baja500bound]

I wanna see some pics to verify the pesos we applied accordingly!:naughty::naughty::beer:w00t:

Have fun!

3 Wheel Drive, That is a promise!!!!

Thank you very much for your support!!!

Here is a shot of us at Rice and Beans in San Ignacio; this was just after dinner so the table was still pretty empty.. We've proudly perfected the Team Photo.. :)

Once again, Thank you!!!

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[baja500bound]

Take a look at this great shout out from NORRA. It came in via email but I think it could officially be called a Press Release...

Pretty cool!!
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[Mr. Clean]

Paypal sent. Do not care what you do with it or how you spend it, it may be this donation that gets you to the finish line :beer

[baja500bound]

Mr Clean - Thank you very much for your very generous gift!!! I'll be sure to take a picture of myself and a Bud Light in Cabo. But seriously, Thank you very much for the help and support!!!!

[slashfan7964]

Cool shoutout but I'm not impressed they advertised them as being outlawed and illegal.

[ironchop]

Cool shoutout but I'm not impressed they advertised them as being outlawed and illegal.

Im glad you pointed that out. It needs to be corrected for sure.

[baja500bound]

Dynamically Unstable Racing is once again being talked about. Check out this great article on Bangshift.com. Regardless of some minor details being inaccurate, we're pretty stoked to see this. Personally, I think it's pretty freakn' cool. :)


http://bangshift.com/bangshiftxl/dynamically-unstable-racing-plans-run-2015-norra-mexican-1000-1985-honda-atc-250-r/

[slashfan7964]

HOLY CRAP! I cannot believe that made Bangshift! That is huge huge huge press!!!

[baja500bound]

Every day we’re amazed and humbled by the number of people sending us everything from a hearty pat on the back to actual cash donations. Honestly, we’re just three guys that love racing in Baja, Racing an ATC just seemed like the next logical step. :)

Along with those wishes of luck, we’ve also received several requests for T-Shirts. Most importantly, we’re honored that anyone would actually want one of our shirts.

Because of all the requests, we’re very excited to offer the Official Dynamically Unstable Racing T-Shirt. This will be the same shirt the racers and crew take all the way to Cabo.

The site that’s managing the billing and shipping is associated with Cafepress.com. What they refer to as a “Fundraiser” will end on March 2nd and at that time, shirts will begin shipping. If you choose to purchase a shirt, you should not expect to see it until Mid-March.

We’re not out to make a profit on this so we’ve set the purchase price at $15.00.

Once again, thank you 3WW for all the Support and well wishes!! Rest assured that we will do everything in our power to get that ATC down to Cabo.

http://www.tfund.com/DUR

Hammer Down!!
-Craig

[JasonB]

this is awesome!

[Samjp22]

Shirts over 30$ to ship to me :(

[slashfan7964]

Every day we’re amazed and humbled by the number of people sending us everything from a hearty pat on the back to actual cash donations. Honestly, we’re just three guys that love racing in Baja, Racing an ATC just seemed like the next logical step. :)

Along with those wishes of luck, we’ve also received several requests for T-Shirts. Most importantly, we’re honored that anyone would actually want one of our shirts.

Because of all the requests, we’re very excited to offer the Official Dynamically Unstable Racing T-Shirt. This will be the same shirt the racers and crew take all the way to Cabo.

The site that’s managing the billing and shipping is associated with Cafepress.com. What they refer to as a “Fundraiser” will end on March 2nd and at that time, shirts will begin shipping. If you choose to purchase a shirt, you should not expect to see it until Mid-March.

We’re not out to make a profit on this so we’ve set the purchase price at $15.00.

Once again, thank you 3WW for all the Support and well wishes!! Rest assured that we will do everything in our power to get that ATC down to Cabo.

http://www.tfund.com/DUR

Hammer Down!!
-Craig

I'll send up some advertising on the site's homepage and on Facebook for this when I can get a chance to. Please keep me informed on everything you can as it happens! Have a good one.

[baja500bound]

If you have purchased a shirt, you may have been notified that the order has been canceled. I have no idea why but I'm guessing it's because of the sponsors logos. I have written consent to use these logos so this is just a minor delay.

Their offices are closed right now but I'll call right away tomorrow morning and get this taken care of.

Very sorry for the hassle!!!!
-Craig

[baja500bound]

Slashfan7964,

Thank you very much!! There is a problem with our T-Shirt campaign but as soon as I get it taken care of, I'll let you know.

Thanks again!!
-Craig

[oscarmayer]

I'll buy one as soon as you get it back up and running.
How about some racer on the back like last names with #? that would be awesome!

I love all the press you guys are getting, totally awesome!!!!

have you thought about installing a 2nd set of radiators or having a double rowed one built? water cooled engines in that heat will need all the help they can muster. They also make a "fuel line" cooler that helps cool fuel line. IMS makes a larger than stock fuel tank if you have not check it out yet. i know you guys are smart and knwo your stuff, just trying to think of anything outside the box so to speak of that hits me up in questions.

does the race run at night too or just day racing? tryingto see if lights are needed or not.

oh , sorry last question for a while (sorry lol) are you keeping the thumb throttle or swapping to a twist? for my 350x i am planning on installing a twist on it for the race and run it a few times at a local track to get used to the twister over thumb. i think fo rlong riding twist woudl be better for me, but not sure if you guys are doing the same.

[baja500bound]

I'll buy one as soon as you get it back up and running.
How about some racer on the back like last names with #? that would be awesome!

I love all the press you guys are getting, totally awesome!!!!

have you thought about installing a 2nd set of radiators or having a double rowed one built? water cooled engines in that heat will need all the help they can muster. They also make a "fuel line" cooler that helps cool fuel line. IMS makes a larger than stock fuel tank if you have not check it out yet. i know you guys are smart and knwo your stuff, just trying to think of anything outside the box so to speak of that hits me up in questions.

does the race run at night too or just day racing? tryingto see if lights are needed or not.

oh , sorry last question for a while (sorry lol) are you keeping the thumb throttle or swapping to a twist? for my 350x i am planning on installing a twist on it for the race and run it a few times at a local track to get used to the twister over thumb. i think fo rlong riding twist woudl be better for me, but not sure if you guys are doing the same.

Oscamayer,

I'm still dealing with TFund to get the shirt sales going again. We have written permission to use the Logo's but it's been a slow process. I'm hoping they have all the information they need and will open it back up soon.. Fingers crossed!! We're desert racers, all this T-Shirt/logo/grapics stuff is all "New and Exciting".. :)

We haven't talked about radiators but you're right, heat is always a serious issue and it's something we'll need to talk about. We're working with IMS to get the biggest baddest gas tank that we can install. They've been great to work with and their customer service equals their product quality. Absolutely nothing but positive things to say about IMS.

In regards to running at night; NORRA runs their race a little different than SCORE. With SCORE (What we know as the Baja 1000) once you start, you keep going until you hit the finish line. With NORRA, each day there is what's called the special tests (Which are the timed sections) with transfer sections (generally black top) connecting them until you reach the end of that days course (Just like the Dakar Ralley). This year, the bikes leave Ensenada and race to El Rosario on April 25th. We keep racing down the Baja peninsula until we hit Cabo on April 29th. That's when the party starts... :) If all goes as planned, we will not be racing at night.. Once again fingers crossed!!

We'll be running a twist throttle. It makes the most sense in regards to comfort and we're all used to running a twist throttle.

The 350x should be a great Desert weapon! Fuel economy is huge!! You're right on track starting the planning process now. With three of us working various aspects of this race, the task list is slowly getting smaller.

No need to apologize for questions, happy to share!!! :)

Thanks,
-Craig

[3 Wheel Drive]

Has your team considered those new chromoly 250R frames? From what I've read they are 13.5 pounds lighter and new vs. 29 yrs old. What tires are you using?

http://www.3wheelerworld.com/showthread.php/171209-4130-Chromoly-Frame-ATC250R?highlight=Chromoly+250R+frames

[baja500bound]

3 Wheel Drive - Honestly no, we have not talked about that. I think swapping out a frame is outside of our budget at this point. Of course Murphy's law would state that now we'll break something.. :)

[baja500bound]

My apologies for the T-Shirt delay, my day job has once again interrupted the more important things. I reached out again to TFund this morning and I was told that they have our emails showing we have permission to use the various logos. I was told to call back at the end of the day if I haven't heard anything.

The extended delay was my fault but I'll get more information out as soon as I hear something.

Thank you to everyone that's been in contact with me asking about shirts!! Lit the fire!! :)

-Craig

[baja500bound]

Great news!! The T-Shirt campaign through TFund is back on-line and is ready to go!! Once again, my sincere apologies to everyone that had their original orders canceled.

If you would still like to order a shirt, it can be done at http://www.tfund.com/DUR .

Thanks again everyone!!!

[baja500bound]

We had a pretty good work day this past Saturday. We didn't get as much done as we had hoped but we made progress. If all goes well, we'll be starting her up mid March. Just a few pictures of what we've done. We'll be getting the two wheeled parts mule taken care of soon as well. If all goes as planned, the two wheeler will ride in the back of the truck all the way to Cabo but it will be nice to have a spare motor etc if needed.

We're getting crazy close to leaving.. April 23rd will be here before we know it...

Thanks again for all the well wishes!!

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[Poco Loco]

Has your team considered those new chromoly 250R frames? From what I've read they are 13.5 pounds lighter and new vs. 29 yrs old. What tires are you using?

http://www.3wheelerworld.com/showthread.php/171209-4130-Chromoly-Frame-ATC250R?highlight=Chromoly+250R+frames

The 13.5 lb lighter frame is a drag build frame with the thin wall chromoly. Not what you would want to use in desert or
mx racing. Dave also makes a mx version, but its not much lighter than stock.

[Brian313]

What do you guys think? In the 80's this thing added a good 5hp, but I'm concerned that some of the snake oil may have leaked. Should we run it?

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Brian
facebook.com/DynamicallyUnstableRacing

[Mr. Clean]

What do you guys think? In the 80's this thing added a good 5hp, but I'm concerned that some of the snake oil may have leaked. Should we run it?

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Brian
facebook.com/DynamicallyUnstableRacing

Yes, you must run that "roost boost" :lol:

[Thunder God]

If you do run it, have a backup on board. And good luck! Wish I was you.

[baja500bound]

It's starting to come together..

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[baja500bound]

We had a really productive build day this past Saturday. I started our "Race Slide Show" and managed to save a couples minutes at the end for our pictures of the race. Things are really starting to come together for us.

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Thanks again 3 Wheeler World!!!

https://youtu.be/UwXNkb8aAJU

[ironchop]

Crap....I just went to buy a tshirt and its over......grrrrr

who bought 12 of them? I would like to buy one in XL

[atc007]

Looking great fellas. I sure hope you're all out there pounding miles on practice bikes?

[baja500bound]

Crap....I just went to buy a tshirt and its over......grrrrr

who bought 12 of them? I would like to buy one in XL

I just emailed T-Fund to see if we can re-open the tshirt campaign. Stand by, I'll post up as soon as I hear back.

Thanks for the interest!!
-Craig

[baja500bound]

Dynamically Unstable Racing is EXTREMELY excited to announce our latest sponsor. D.U.R. Will be running rear Cheetah Tires all the way down to Cabo San Lucas!!! These babies are on their way!!!212481

[yaegerb]

Dynamically Unstable Racing is EXTREMELY excited to announce our latest sponsor. D.U.R. Will be running rear Cheetah Tires all the way down to Cabo San Lucas!!! These babies are on their way!!!212481

If you remember, I would love to have a ride report on those cheetah's. If those babies can handle that run, I am willing to fork over 200 for a set.

[baja500bound]

If you remember, I would love to have a ride report on those cheetah's. If those babies can handle that run, I am willing to fork over 200 for a set.

Absolutely!! We'll definitely share our experience.

[baja500bound]

After several requests, we've once again made the Dynamically Unstable Racing Shirts available. Sadly, I don't believe these shirts will arrive before we leave for Baja but it will be close.

Thank you again to everyone that has expressed an interest in our little adventure!!

http://www.tfund.com/DURacing

[ironchop]

ordered a shirt....thanks for having it re-opened

[baja500bound]

The Dynamically Unstable Racing team had a great build/ride day and we even managed to get some Glamor Shots of the race bike. We're 26 days from clicking first gear!! :)

Thanks again 3 Wheeler World!!!
https://youtu.be/ErtL6lKVxP8

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[atc300r]

The R looks great cant wait to hear the results after the race. Thank You guys for taking this challenge and representing the trike community.

[oscarmayer]

Looking awesome guys!! Sounds great too!! I am excited for you! I wish I was going this year. :( but next year for certain you can count me in!
I love that rear tube idea is that a tool box?

How did you come up with your race #?

Hey good luck, be safe and God Speed sir!!!!!!
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[onformula1]

Whats in the tube strapped to the rear grab bar?

I assume tools & spares, but I am curious on what you bring.

[baja500bound]

Looking awesome guys!! Sounds great too!! I am excited for you! I wish I was going this year. :( but next year for certain you can count me in!
I love that rear tube idea is that a tool box?

How did you come up with your race #?

Hey good luck, be safe and God Speed sir!!!!!!
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Thanks!!! I sure hope that we'll just be the first of many ATC's to do this race. Who knows, maybe we can actually make it a race if we can get enough entered.

Yes, the Back tube is for storage. NORRA states that we need to carry at least one days worth of food and water on the bike so that will take up most of the room. We'll also carry some misc spares of small items that will get us through any trouble.

As for the number, 3 Wheels x 3 id10ts = 9 ... :)

[oscarmayer]

Bwaaahahahaha NICE!!! I love it!!!!

I did not know about the food. Thanks. MREs will be on my menu then. I'll do a "combat" strip of them for the race.

What parts do you recommend? I was thinking plug, some sort of air device to air the tires up. A tube (in case you get a gash to big for slime to seal in the tire), a bottle full of fuel and one of oil. This is not including the tools and food you mentioned. What do you think?

Keep me posted on your ideas on this stuff. I will learn from you master Yoda. Teach this "Grasshoppa" the ways of the BAJA! ;-)


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[baja500bound]

Bwaaahahahaha NICE!!! I love it!!!!

I did not know about the food. Thanks. MREs will be on my menu then. I'll do a "combat" strip of them for the race.

What parts do you recommend? I was thinking plug, some sort of air device to air the tires up. A tube (in case you get a gash to big for slime to seal in the tire), a bottle full of fuel and one of oil. This is not including the tools and food you mentioned. What do you think?

Keep me posted on your ideas on this stuff. I will learn from you master Yoda. Teach this "Grasshoppa" the ways of the BAJA! ;-)


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I'll keep you in the loop. We're not sure exactly what will fit in it so as of right now, the only thing for sure is food/water. Hopefully we'll have the route soon which will allow us to plan our pit strategy as well as our rider changes. When we all come back together again, we'll be stuffing the pipe with cool things.

Stand by on the full list.

[oscarmayer]

just make sure it's not full of "green leafy substances" ;-)

hahahaha

[oscarmayer]

ok stupid question, I assume you also race in the dark some or is it only a day race?
I purchased a fancy lighting setup and would hate for it to be wasted.

[Brian313]

ok stupid question, I assume you also race in the dark some or is it only a day race?
I purchased a fancy lighting setup and would hate for it to be wasted.

The format of NORRA Mexican 1000 is such that if we're out after dark, something has gone terribly wrong. With that in mind, we'll have the stock headlight and helmet lights if we have to go into "get back" mode. For the SCORE Baja 1000, high powered lights are a necessity, for the NORRA M1K, not so much.

Brian

[oscarmayer]

Thanks a ton for all your info. You truest are inspirational!! Well that smells. (For me) just spent $350 on lighting stuff I did not need too. Oh well. At least I can still mount it for that just in case.


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[oscarmayer]

17 more days!!!!

[oscarmayer]

16 more days!!!
Wooot!!


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[onformula1]

Thanks a ton for all your info. You truest are inspirational!! Well that smells. (For me) just spent $350 on lighting stuff I did not need too. Oh well. At least I can still mount it for that just in case.


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Like the Boy Scouts motto- Be prepared, you just never know, at least the chupacabra won't get you!

[oscarmayer]

Yea I got a big uhh "goat" that thing can suck on. Hahahahaha sorry was too tempting!!!


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[3 Wheel Drive]

The Dynamically Unstable Racing team had a great build/ride day and we even managed to get some Glamor Shots of the race bike. We're 26 days from clicking first gear!! :)

Thanks again 3 Wheeler World!!!
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Wow your R looks great, it looks like you're all ready to go. I have not followed this thread for a while, are you ridibg with a GoPro mounted up somewhere? That would be nice too see some of this race in action.

[onformula1]

Nice, very nice.

Where gearing are you running?

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[Racer-X]

10,000 miles in 4 days. On a 3 wheeler? That's insane.

[onformula1]

10,000 miles in 4 days. On a 3 wheeler? That's insane.

Yes, but you just keep telling yourself your having a blast! and it will all be done in 3 3/4 days! :lol:

[oscarmayer]

LOL, Correction it's actually 1300 miles. (though named the 1000)

11 more days!!! i'm so excited and I'm not even going!!!!
DUR, can you PLEASE (for the love of all things trike) post a link to follow your progress during the race for us to view? I will be watching it closely!!!! I am excited to see you guys doing this and am rooting you you guys to not only finish but do well. Smack them Quads in da face!!!! I am proud you guys are the first to represent us Trikers and I know your going to do well. (No pressure eh? ;-) ) Seriously, I think I can say this on the behalf of the community,
Kick some (_)_) and We are all in your corner!!!!
Be safe, be swift and Have a great time!!!!

[baja500bound]

LOL, Correction it's actually 1300 miles. (though named the 1000)

11 more days!!! i'm so excited and I'm not even going!!!!
DUR, can you PLEASE (for the love of all things trike) post a link to follow your progress during the race for us to view? I will be watching it closely!!!! I am excited to see you guys doing this and am rooting you you guys to not only finish but do well. Smack them Quads in da face!!!! I am proud you guys are the first to represent us Trikers and I know your going to do well. (No pressure eh? ;-) ) Seriously, I think I can say this on the behalf of the community,
Kick some (_)_) and We are all in your corner!!!!
Be safe, be swift and Have a great time!!!!

Thanks!!! I've said it many times, the 3WW community has been absolutely awesome!! The amount of support and "Pats on the back" have been truly inspiring. Although I am an owner of a 83 110, I have to admit my personal ATC inventory is a little on the weak side. Because the 3WW community has been so great, I've already begun a search for my own 250r for the sole purpose of attending Imperial Invasion next year. I'm an avid duner and I'm ready to join in with the 3WW community.

As for updates/pictures etc. We've mounted a SPOT (GPS Tracker) to the front of the ATC that will update a web page every 10 minutes showing our location. I'll post a link in this forum as well as on our facebook page. I know that some of the hotels we're staying at have internet but not all of them so updates may be short. Unfortunately, updating to Facebook will be the easiest and quickest so be sure to "Like" the facebook page for our latest updates.

Once again, Thank you again 3WW!! You people are great and I hope I have the pleasure of meeting you in person some day.
-Craig
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[oscarmayer]

How do you like the new tires? How is traction?


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[yaegerb]

10,000 miles in 4 days. On a 3 wheeler? That's insane.

If you guys are going 10,000 miles kudos to you. Be sure to take some jackets and a little bread to feed the penguins in Antarctica ;)

[baja500bound]

If you guys are going 10,000 miles kudos to you. Be sure to take some jackets and a little bread to feed the penguins in Antarctica ;)

Ha!! :) 10,000 miles?? That damn decimal point always screws me up too... :) :)

[oscarmayer]

I keep watching "dust to glory". seen it like 9 times now! LOL

[baja500bound]

We're just 4 short days from clicking first gear in the 2015 NORRA Mexican 1000. The bike is done, the spare and pit boxes are built and we're ready to go. It's gonna be one hell of a ride and to say I'm stoked is definitely an understatement. :)

If anyone is interested in following our progress, I've included a link to our SPOT GPS Tracker. The location will update every 10 minutes and if all goes as expected, it will keep on moving. I've also attached a link to the Chase maps. The official course hasn't been released yet but by looking at the maps, you can get a basic idea of where we'll be racing. Finally, the picture shows the schedule of each day and the anticipated start times. We'll probably get the SPOT started early each morning so if it doesn't appear to be moving, stand by as we're likely in line at the start.

Thanks again to everyone and I'll try to post updates whenever possible.

-Craig

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http://share.findmespot.com/shared/faces/viewspots.jsp?glId=0FFGCS9pyqauqoG1HeWUrBBo9C99SDa qP

https://www.norra.com/PDFs/rev2015_MEX1K_BIKES_Maps_mileage.pdf

[ironchop]

Good Luck Craig!

Keep the knobbie side down and the throttle turned up

[baja500bound]

Good Luck Craig!

Keep the knobbie side down and the throttle turned up

Thanks!!! Knobbie side down, Got it! :)

[oscarmayer]

Good luck sir and god speed!!!!! stay alive, safe and have a great time!!!
Remember, NEVER EVER QUIT!!!!

[oscarmayer]

what does special 1 and special 2 and transit stage mean? sorry I never did this before so i am confused on what it all means.

[baja500bound]

what does special 1 and special 2 and transit stage mean? sorry I never did this before so i am confused on what it all means.

No need to apologize!! Because NORRA does the race as a rally (a timed event) there are sections where you're racing (Called a special) and there are times when you're in a speed restricted area (Transfer/Transit) used to connect the Specials. The transfer/transit section is usually a public highway/town etc where you wouldn't want people racing. When racing with SCORE, a road section has a speed limit and if it's exceeded, you'll incur time penalties. Not sure about NORRA but it's best to follow the speed limit whenever possible while on the public roads.

[oscarmayer]

Thanks a ton for that info! Makes more sense now.
do people try to take advantage of their position in the transit area and gain spots or are people usually honest and stay in position? I am asking because I was wondering if I needed to be aware of racers when in the transit and them trying to sneak past for better positioning.

[baja500bound]

Thanks a ton for that info! Makes more sense now.
do people try to take advantage of their position in the transit area and gain spots or are people usually honest and stay in position? I am asking because I was wondering if I needed to be aware of racers when in the transit and them trying to sneak past for better positioning.

Since you're not racing in the transfer sections, the order in which you arrive at the next Special doesn't matter. Since you're racing the clock you can take your time getting to the next special. Not too much time because stages do have a "Close" time where you would "Hour-Out" and ultimately DNF for that special or possibly that day.

NORRA may do something different but in a couple weeks, I'll have a better understanding and I'm be happy to pass the info along.

[oscarmayer]

thanks!
good luck out there.
I have reserved Sunday evening to try to meet you guys and free beer on me! I will be in Serra Vista that evening.

[oscarmayer]

I can already taste the corona beer and smell the pretty senioritas!! ;)

[onformula1]

Goodluck, have fun.

Look where your going, not where you have been.

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[Billy Golightly]

Few pics I've found so far;

https://instagram.com/p/16U0QgsaYG/

https://www.facebook.com/NorraFanPage/photos/a.496656433795085.1073741825.131643370296395/679045505556176/?type=1&theater

[oscarmayer]

go Dur I see you racing!!!! good work!

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[oscarmayer]

Team DUR did an awesome Job yesterday on their day 1 of racing in the NORRA Mexican Baja 1000. With an official time of 5:16:46 they are on their way to great start. They currently are in 10th in the standings for the overall.

Today they have already started and are on the trans pathway area for a while. Hitting speeds of over 55mph on a trike on the 2-lane roadways! ZOOM!!!!

Keep it DUR! we are all in your corner!

[oscarmayer]

Team DUR ran into some technical difficulties that took them out of the race today. Here is the quote from the race coordinator below.


Just heard over race ops that car Number 9is out for the day and will be hopefully repaired for morning

DUR we are pulling for you and wish you the best of luck in your repairs.

[oscarmayer]

Awesome job DUR!!!!!!!
the just finished the "race" stage and are not riding EZ to through the transition stage to the final check point and done for the day. They were one of the first vehicles to finish the race stage today and if it is anywhere near correct, they may have even been the first! we will find out later from them.

Guys, It's beer thirty time!!!!!!
Awesome job!

[oscarmayer]

DUR pulled another awesome day of riding today! Great job gents!


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[oscarmayer]

Great News!!!
DUR has entered just left the final "transfer stage" and has entered the final long "race stage" to the finish in Cabo. Things are looking great for Team DUR!!!!
Great Job gents!!

[ironchop]

I hope y`all are watching the GPS feed

DUR is in the gas!

[oscarmayer]

This blows goats!!!! GRRRrr 3 miles to the finish and BAM outta fuel... I told them to piss in the tank to help but it probably would not have helped anyway. LOL
They are good, just awaiting on fuel. they are the last bike to cross the finish looks like once they get fuel. so everyone will be watching!

===Update=== they are in! they finished! Awesome work DUR for doing this on a trike!!!

[ironchop]

Congrats on finishing the race!

anybody know where they placed within their class?

[onformula1]

Congrats on finishing the race!

anybody know where they placed within their class?
First they were the only ones in there class

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[ironchop]

First they were the only ones in there class

lmao.....yeah I guess yer right. I forgot that part for some reason. :lol::lol:

[onformula1]

But not for long!

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[baja500bound]

All I can say is Wow!! We had an adventure to beat all adventures!! :) I'm still trying to catch up at work but I wanted to give a quick but huge thank you to everyone that followed along with us!! We've been mentioned many times in different circles but honestly, I'm most proud of the support that we've received from 3WW. Thank You 3 Wheeler World, I'm a true fan of everyone in this ATC community and I hope to share some beers with as many of you as I can.

More details coming soon I promise.

-Craig

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[baja500bound]

Found a few more pics..

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[wonderboy]

I can't wait to here the details about how everything went! Congrats on finishing!

[onformula1]

Good job guys, I can't wait for details.

Congrats!

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[oscarmayer]

Awesome job gents!! Way to represent!! Excited to have you guys finish this and show that us trikers are still just as hard core as anyone!


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[Brian313]

Hey guys! Details coming soon. I think that we all got a slap of reality when coming back across the border with families, jobs, etc.

We are currently uploading photos and video. We will comb through it and post the highlights soon.

Brian
(Everyone saw that the ONE set of Cheetah tires we used were still in great condition at the finish, right?)

[Billy Golightly]

I watched you guys on the GPS unti for many hours per day and loved finding the random pictures of you posted by other photographers and people down there during the course of the event, truly was very very cool to a small part of that event (with not much more than a sticker on your bike, but hey!). I can't wait to hear and read more about it

[slashfan7964]

I've got an interview going with them that should have some gritty race details and pics :)

[baja500bound]

With all the pictures that we took, it's been a serious challenge to find just a few to share. Last week, I was finally able to put together a quick slide show of our adventure. The pictures aren't showing us screaming across the desert but they do show a group of people that love going to and racing in Baja. Regardless if you're racing or not, I would recommend a trip to Baja and experience first hand the pure beauty of the area and of the people. It's an amazing place and when you can share it with some great people, it just makes it that much better.

Below are two link to the same slide show. One contains some explicit language and the other has the foul language stripped out. The Dynamically Unstable Racing team is a little rough around the edges at times but at the end of the day, we're a team and most of all, Friends.

I hope everyone enjoys the slide show and a very quick glimpse of what we saw.

Thanks!!


https://youtu.be/V3p3gOzOgD0 - Explicit Language
https://youtu.be/Dxg8qfARP4Y - Explicit Language removed.

[BOB MARLIN]

Awesome, just friggen awesome. That's about all I can say. Awesome.

[yaegerb]

I usually use this word to describe oceans and outer space but you guys have earned it. What an EPIC milestone to achieve! Congratulations on the awards. You guys should be proud of this accomplishment.