#MalleMoto Is an incredible event. Riders self-support: no mechanics, no crew. They have to handle their own bike repair, maintenance, and service — with a relatively tiny toolbox and spares list. They “sleep” in tents (when they sleep — there’s little time for sleep for most competitors after the racing and bike maintenance). The only mechanical assistance they’re allowed is from other Malle Moto competitors.

For #JamesHillier to run his rookie #Dakar in Malle Moto is a remarkable choice.

Being a politically progressive feminist and a #MotorcycleRacing fan has its paradoxical elements, and the #DakarRally is one of them. The Dakar is an incredible racing event with a colonialist and problematic history and present — having most recently chosen Saudi Arabia as its host country.

It’s also home to one of my favorite classes in all of motorsport: the #MalleMoto class. With #JamesHillier running his rookie Dakar in Malle Moto, I can’t not watch this year.

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