Race to Dakar

by Charley Boorman

Book Overview

In January 2006, 230 people raced in trucks, cars, and motorbikes from Lisbon to Dakar in the 28th annual Dakar rallythe most challenging race in existence. Taking part was a team of three bikersMatt Hall, Simon Pavey, and actor and bike nut Charley Boorman. After his celebrated trip round the world with Ewan McGregor, documented in "Long Way Round," Charley was keen for another challenge. Racing in the Dakar had always been a dream of his, and so...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0316731927
• ISBN13: 9780316731928
• Release Date: September 2006
• Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 1.38 lbs.

Customer Reviews

a long way all around

Having read "A Long way round" and "A Long way down" , this book is facinating to read and just another part of the story. Charley knows what a motorcycle rider wants to hear to makes sure you get it. If you liked either of the "Long Ways" you will love this book. I rate it above long Way Down and as good as Long Way Around. Buy it, you won't be disapointed

Dust, Rocks(and profanity)

I found it to be a good read. A lot of detail about the race and prep of equipment and riders. More motorcycle content than either Long Way Round or Long Way Down. I received the DVD after reading the book and found the DVD even better, except for the additional profanity.

Fantastic Adventure

This book was great. I didn't really know too much about the Dakar Rally before reading this book. Reading about all of the preparation before the rally was great. However, reading about the rally itself was the best part. It was amazing to read about all of the adversity that each rider faces, especially the privateers (non-factory teams). I recommend this book if you are interested in the Dakar Rally or enjoyed "The Long Way Round."

Give it a chance!

I must say I really enjoyed this book. The DVD was good, but the book is great. You really get the feeling you are along with the racers. IMO I have read the LWR and feel that the Race to Daker is a better book.