Wednesday, December 28, 2011

Bamako by Vespa

The Budapest to Bamako Run - sort of a poor man's Dakar Rally - takes place every January.  This year three Norwegian guys are going to do the 16-day, 5,500 mile rally on Vespa PX200Es.  Their preparations have been exhaustive.  They did total teardowns of the scooters so they would know exactly what they needed for tools along the way.  They will be carrying about 150 lbs. each in gear, spare parts, food, etc.

Their blog and website - Bamako by Vespa - is a great read.  There's a tracking map set up if you want to follow their progress.

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