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Name:		 angela(Jody's mum) (jody.arch@btclick.com)
Date: 22/01/2007 11:30:27
Subject: thanks
  thankyou everyone - especially John & Juultje for setting this up.Never thought a few months ago I would be putting this message on here standing at Singapore airport en-route to Australia where I now have another 3 weeks of racing with Jody's dad - but this time it's motorbikes.Glad they all arrived OK. Jody phoned me from Dakar, but have left him in his sisters hands for 3 weeks when he gets home. Not sure how impressed he'll be with that. He's had the chance of a lifetime for someone his age and look forward to hearing all about it when I get home. This site has been an enormous help to many these last couple of weeks, thankyou
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Name:		 Thieu (proud father of Juultje) (thieu.cis.holla@12move.nl)
Date: 22/01/2007 11:05:05
Subject: thanks
  Thanks to John for setting up this site and for Juultje for the information she put on the forum. We were able to follow the rally from another side than the ,also exciting, Dutch side with a lot of attention to the Dutch drivers,they did not bad at all. Now up to the next event!
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Name:		 nikki (n.p.madhouse@ntlworld.com)
Date: 22/01/2007 09:24:13
Subject: thanks
  I just wanted to say thanks to john for setting up this forum it has been really good to be able to find out whats happening when paul hasn't been able to ring me. The kids have benefited from being able to post messages to their dad as well. Well done to all out there. Nikki
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Name:		 Julie Hereford (bossdean@btconnect.com)
Date: 22/01/2007 09:11:39
Subject: Well Done!!
  I just wanted to say well done to everyone competitors and support crew, and as we are new to "Rally Raid" it has been an exciting couple of weeks. Thankyou for this forum as well as it has been nice to see the story unfold here and be involved with like minded people. My mum never did manage to post an email to Iain Peever, but she tried, technology is not her forte. Well done again everyone and safe journey home.
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Name:		 Lottie (wally200_5@hotmail.co.uk)
Date: 21/01/2007 16:50:07
Subject: Thank you
  Well done everyone and thank you very much for keeping us all updated, this forum has been so helpful!
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Name:		 ANDY (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 21/01/2007 14:07:11
Subject: Well Done
  Well done to all.Many thanks to you Juultje for keeping us posted through out the event.I hope that those of you that are new to this madness called Rally Raid have enjoy being part of what has been an exciting,bewildering,and sometimes frustrating couple of weeks. Andy
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 21/01/2007 13:36:17
Subject: end results cars
  Ivar and Quin finished their rally 25th in this stage and 30th overall. Unfortunately unable to recover from that broken diff. They spent a total of 62 hours, 27 minutes and 9 seconds on stage. --------------------------------------------------------------------------Alain LePlat and Pascal Ferrand came 46th in this stage, 43rd overall. They spent a total of 67 hours, 28 min and 13 sec. on stage, and have 37 minutes penalty time.-------------------------------------------------------------------------- Nick and Alec have finished at 12:54, as 27th in this stage. They are now 80th overall, thus managing to climb in the overall standings right till the last stage. They spent 83 hrs, 29 mins and 15 Sec. on stage and got 5hrs and 55 mins. penalty.--------------------------------------------------------------------------These are the times they spent on stage. Who knows how much time they actually spent in total in their car! I think they all deserve a good stretch and a hot bath after that! Best Bowler in the rally this year is Gibon, who came 18th overall. Well done to all who made it. I counted about 70 withdrawals with the cars on the withdrawals page. Only 4 withdrawals after stage 8, which is incredible. Only the T4 truck to finish the stage now. And then... That's it for Dakar 2007, and all that remains to be done is the journey back home, and start planning for next year! Juultje
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 21/01/2007 12:48:02
Subject: LePlat
  LePlat finished at 12:37
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 21/01/2007 12:47:06
Subject: Ivar and Quin finished
  Ivar and Quin finished their Dakar 2007 at 12:28, The others are still on 'stage'. The stage however is so small that they are all pretty much on top of each other on Iri track. The support crew is still in Dakar. It took them over 2 hours yesterday to get through the traffic to where they were meant to be. I phoned John, but who would want to disturb a man when he's having his first proper shower in 2 weeks!? Not long now and they will all be home. Juultje
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Name:		 angela (jody.arch@btclick.com)
Date: 20/01/2007 23:36:16
Subject: Ivor clutch fixed
  tx from Jody 11pm while we were watching Eurosport. Ivor up & running. Clutch fixed.Heading to hotel now for a clean up and food!! Must be better than the tent.
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Name:		 louise an shannon (louise%26iain@telewest.co.uk)
Date: 20/01/2007 22:01:00
Subject: Dakar
  Well done everyone for making it! Enjoy the night and next few days ahead, Im having a few beers to celebrate and I'm sure you all will be too. Well done again everyone. All thats now left to do is get home to your beloved wives, girlfriends, children and families, give us all the lowdown on the past few weeks events and chatch up on that beauty sleep!
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 20/01/2007 15:05:17
Subject: Ivan and Quin picture
  Emily, good picture with Quin on it: http://www.maindruphoto.com/product_info.php?products_id=1547387&language=en&cPath=1024_1025
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 20/01/2007 14:48:50
Subject: wrong Hotel
  Text from John. He is not staying at this hotel. Maybe Ivar is??? We'll just have to wait and see I guess. Juultje
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 20/01/2007 14:43:12
Subject: hotel
  Description of the internet about the Hotel in Dakar, if they are at the Merridian: "a decent hotel considering you are in Africa. The hotel is clean and the rooms are equipped with cable internet. No sign of insects in my room. The sink and toilet would not drain. The two restaurants are decent and the bar is good. Do not drink the water or consume ice. Bring bottled water. The mosquitoes were very bad ... take your Doxy. Verizon's world-wide cell works here."
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 20/01/2007 14:27:25
Subject: text from John, re Ivar and Quin
  Never speak to early. As I was posting the last comment I got a text from John: "Ivar's clutch has failed! We'll have to change it in the fabled Merridian Hotel grounds". So... Work's not over yet!!! Juultje
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 20/01/2007 14:25:28
Subject: finished today
  Thanks for that Emily, I think they should listen to feedback from privateers. I had been looking at the withdrawals as well. Last year almost 60% of all cars did not make it, with many having to withdraw in the latter stages of the rally as well. The rally should be about skills in navigation and off road driving. It is now just past 2 pm, Ivar and Quin seem to be past the finish line. They seemed to have stopped at the finish for a bit. Nick will have crossed the line in the last few minutes, so maybe they want to drive to Dakar together. Nick has done really well. Is he seriously only 19? What an age to have your first Dakar under your belt! LePlat has continued after the finish and is on his way to Dakar. the T4 truck is near the 156 km mark. It is now a race between the service team on a different road, and the cars to see who get's to Dakar first. I hope the service team manage to get there first because I'm sure Ivar and Quin would prefer that! After finishing this stage follows the stage tomorrow around Lac Rose. Here is the description: STAGE 15 - 21/01/2007 Dakar > Dakar Connection: 36 km | Special: 16 km | Connection: 41 km Total: 93 km Salt water and champagne The possibility to grasp a handful of seconds, or maybe even advance one or two places – this makes up the challenge (and excitement!) of the final stage. But although this last timed stage gives everyone a chance to become the hero of the day, the most significant aspect of the Rose Lake special is actually something else. Indeed, it marks the end of the great adventure started in Lisbon. And the obstacles overcome along the way merit at least a photo shoot.
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Name:		 angela (jody.arch@btclick.com)
Date: 20/01/2007 14:14:07
Subject: Made it
  Jody just phoned (several attempts) but spoke eventually. The defender is on the lawn at the Meridian Hotel, Dakar awaiting the others !
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Name:		 Emily Evans (emily@qade.co.uk)
Date: 20/01/2007 14:11:25
Subject: Almost there
  Hi all. Juultje following on from Johns comment about week 2, Quin said pretty much the same thing last night, that it has not been nearly as tough as before and if you look on the withdrawl list, there are hardly any people dropping out after stage 8 which is very unusual. Quin has also been disappointed as if it had been more difficult they would have fared better against the fast cars. This Dakar has been more about speed (the cars) than skill (the drivers and navigators). A bit of feedback to the organisers won't do any harm...lets hear it for the privateers. Emily
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 20/01/2007 12:57:06
Subject: update
  All the cars past CP1. LePlat and Ivar and Quin near 156 Km mark. The distance between the cars is staying very much the same, which may confirm that it is hard to pass each other on this stage. the truck 565 is heading for CP1. The support is about half way to Dakar. They still have quite a long way to go by the looks of it. John has been very impressed by the guys on his team during this rally. Paul, Iain and Jody were mentioned a lot. I think this means they must have coped really well with all the pressures of being in the Dakar. Because despite the Timbuctu stage being cancelled, it is still the hardest rally in the world. Slowly little stories of heroism in the desert are coming through. At this stage of the rally I must say I'm just looking forward to having John home again, getting a cuddle, and then hearing all the stories of this year's Dakar Rally. Juultje
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 20/01/2007 11:48:29
Subject: last day!
  Another early start it seems. They will be feeling those potholes well in their defender I am sure! The cars have all just started the stage, while the T4 truck is at the starting line. Today's stage seems to be on what is indicated as a raod on my map. Not a good road, but a road never the less. This may mean it will be a lot harder for Ivar and Quin to pass others. we'll have to wait and see. Let's hope people listen to their sentinels, because I'm sure Ivar and Quin are keen to get to Dakar! The T5 support vehicules are taking the main road to Darak via Kaolack. I heard a bit from John last night when he went to bed at 11 PM. He was fine and looking forward to a good shower. I'm not sure which hotel they will be staying in, but it will be more luxurious than anything they have had over the past 2 weeks. They may even be able to use their shaving equipment! Juultje
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Name:		 angela (jody.arch@btclick.com)
Date: 20/01/2007 09:47:13
Subject: almost home !
  tx from Jody 8.30am. They (110 defender) are already well on the way to Dakar. Been on the road since 4.30 am, reckons it must be the worst road in the world, nothing but pot holes for 4 hours. Just can't imagine how they must all be feeling this last stretch?
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Name:		 louise peever (louise.peever@midyorksnhs.co.uk)
Date: 19/01/2007 21:38:56
Subject: NEARLY THERE!!
  well done everyone you are nearly there! bet you can't believe that it is soon to be all over, you all seem to have had a great time and hopefully a great experience for those whose fisrt time it is!!! your mum did send an e-mail to the forum today but she could not have sent it correctly as it is not on the forum, don't know what she did.i am very proud of you iain can't wait to see you, shannon is counting down the days, anyone would think she has missed you!!!! all our love xx
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Name:		 Lottie (wally200_5@hotmail.co.uk)
Date: 19/01/2007 17:07:37
Subject: Stage 13
  Well done everyone... looks like a good day was had by all! Early finish too! Well done!
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 19/01/2007 15:12:03
Subject: John phoned
  John just phoned. They have arrived in Tambacounda about 2 hours ago, as iri track suggested. They have set up for the cars coming in. He said it is a strange rally this year. The second week should have been at least as tough as the first week, like last year. But instead they are ready two hours before the cars arrive, the cars have not much wrong with them and then they can go to bed, compared to 3 days of not sleeping at all in a row last year this is a bit disappointing. He hopes to see more action in week two next year. He can't believe tomorrow is the end of his trip! LePlat is near the bivouac, Ivar at finish line, Nick about 20 or 30 km to go and the T4 has just past CP1. Juultje
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 19/01/2007 14:14:11
Subject: iri update
  LePlat is almost at the finish for today. Ivar and then Nick have past CP1. The truck 565 is getting there. The 585 arrived in tambacounda about an hour or so ago. Juultje
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 19/01/2007 12:24:10
Subject: iri update
  Ivar and Nick are probably not going as fast as they would like. They have just past the 34 km mark into the stage. LePlat has past the 71 km mark a while ago and is well on his way. The truck is only about 15 km behind Ivar and Nick. The Support Trucks are taking the main road to Tambacounda via places called Goudiri and Bala, which is where we can find the 585. Juultje
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Name:		 Emily Evans (emily@qade.co.uk)
Date: 19/01/2007 11:31:28
Subject: Eurosport
  Well, I nearly fell off my chair last night, thank God I got the Tivo working in time. Quin called earlier to explain that he hadn't been happy with the car before they started so checked at the start of the stage, couldn't find anything (he'd heard some rattling) and carried on. Then they had transmission problems, and the diff blew. So they just had to wait for the T4. Ivar was NOT happy etc. etc. Thankfully they made it to the end but will start at the back "eating dust" to quote Ivar. They just have to get a good time today so lets hope there are places to overtake and people are not ignoring the sentinels. Bad luck on the bikes, two of the top riders out. I swear Marc Coma does not read his roadbook. Three more days....Emily
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Name:		 Thieu Holla (thieu.cis.holla@12move.nl)
Date: 19/01/2007 11:10:48
Subject: intervieuw
  Nice to see the boys at work in the background of the Tollufsen and Tollufsen intervieuw at eurosport.It is a pity they do'nt put all on the internet so the ones who do'nt have eurosport (Like Juultje)can see it on their computer. Keep on going!
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 19/01/2007 10:53:40
Subject: at the start
  The three bowlers are together at the start of today's stage. The trucks a bit behind them, right on the border to Senegal. Let's hope there is no difs going today! Juultje
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Name:		 ANDY (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 19/01/2007 10:42:44
Subject: ARI PEGGED!!!
  Thanks for message Lottie.I doubt if i'm going to be able to beat that.We'll see!!! Good to see Ivar and Nick on Eurosport last night a glimpse of Quin and also Andrew Chester.Nearly there guys keep going.
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Name:		 nikki (n.p.madhouse@ntlworld.com)
Date: 19/01/2007 09:24:30
Subject: Ivar and Quin
  Yesterday Ivar and Quin blew a diff and had to wait for T4 to fit a new one on stage. Apparently they are all ok now.nikki
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 19/01/2007 00:38:12
Subject: Taday's results and Tomorrow's stage
  Results for today. I would like to know what happend on the way for Ivar and Quin. They finished the stage in 104th place today, taking them from 24th overall yesterday to 30th overall today. Still a great achievement! Emily, any more news? LePlat became 62nd this stage making him 46th overall and Nick was 101st on the stage, making him 81st. Well done guys, keep up the good work! The T4 truck, number 565, has been doing well, staying in 53rd place, and being 53rd on the stage, as well as overall. AS far as I can tell the following are left: 135 out of the 264 motorbikes that started, 109 cars out of the 189 cars that started, and 58 out of the 85 trucks that started. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Tomorrow they will cross the border into Senegal. "Senegal brings the euphoria of deliverance for those competitors who reach it. It’s also a lesson in humility and patience. You mustn’t allow the relief at having overcome the principal obstacles to make you lower your guard. Amongst the leaders, reversals of situation are still possible, right up till the end of the 14th stage, where the victors in the various classes will be declared. The day at Lac Rose will be devoted to celebration and spectacle." STAGE 13 - 19/01/2007 Kayes > Tambacounda Connection: 180 km | Special: 260 km | Connection: 18 km Total: 458 km Skittering along Expert skidders are going to have the times of their lives here! On these tracks over laterite, the aim of the game is all about controlling your machine. The team-work between drivers and navigators is also one of the big issues today. To make it to Tambakunda, you’ll also need to think about slowing down and finding the right pace to thread between the baobabs.
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Name:		 angela (jody.arch@btclick.com)
Date: 18/01/2007 23:11:22
Subject: eurosport got it right
  well it took nearly 2 weeks but caught a glimpse of my son on the TV - not sure why he packed a razor!! Doesn't look as if it's been used. He sounded happy enough in the earlier phone call.I just wish I could be at Dakar on Sunday to see them all.In fact I will be on my way to Australia with Jody's dad who is mechanic for one of the British motorcycle team at Phillip Island grand prix circuit. He's done this on & off for years, since before Jody was born. Is it any wonder Jody is where he is today? If you want a change from off road vehicles check out www.trans-pacifictrophy.com. It's all motorcycles starting next weekend. So with the Dakar & Australia I will have had 5-6 weeks of my mobile bill going through the roof.
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Name:		 Steve Rees (steve@concept-photos.co.uk)
Date: 18/01/2007 22:57:55
Subject: photos and video
  Hi Juultje Photos and video would be good as soon as,i will miss the deadline for the March issues as most of the mag deadline around the 19th Jan for march. And any photos used will have the taker accredited. If any of the boys have vidieo ime happy to put them all together and come up with a presentation for all to see. Good to see the bowlers on tv tonight...
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Name:		 Michele, John and Dan Petrie (@MP030668@aol.com)
Date: 18/01/2007 22:51:00
Subject: Glad to know all is well Lottie.....
  Had a lovely text tonight from Stopher and did try to ring him back but obviously busy working so left an appropriately rude message! ;) Great to actually have some decent coverage on Eurosport the last couple of nights of the Bowler team!!!! Stopher could you show your face in front of the camera next time please as Dan's staying up especially to see if he can see you and I'm not sure how long I can put up with the tired temperamental child!!! The Hairy Beaver gets even closer to Dakar! See you soon.
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Name:		 Lottie (wally200_5@hotmail.co.uk)
Date: 18/01/2007 22:09:42
Subject: Message
  Message to Andy from Chris Hunt from the T4... he said to tell you that he has pegged Ari Vatanen and has got photographic evidence!!... looks like you've got some strong competition!!
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Name:		 Lottie (wally200_5@hotmail.co.uk)
Date: 18/01/2007 22:07:22
Subject: 565
  Hello Angela, at last, Chris has got signal on his phone, i had a long chat and he said Jody had told him we had been talking on here! He is on a complete high tonight, sounded very happy and quietly confident. They had a very good day!
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Name:		 angela(Jody,s mum) (jody.arch@btclick.com)
Date: 18/01/2007 21:30:28
Subject: all at Kayes
  someone had to be 300! Jody (110 defender) just phoned 9.15pm. They are all in, last one arrived ¾ hr ago, said they should be finished all the work on the cars tonight by midnight and they have just had the Eurosport men to see them. So everyone, looks like tonight you'll have to put up with the snooker, however long it takes!
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Name:		 ANDY (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 18/01/2007 17:22:59
Subject: STAGE 12
  Looks like Ivar/Quin Nick/Aex thru selective and the T4 has got around 110kms to go.Hope see Eurosport tonight if paint drying championship isn't deemed exciting.Tea time back later Andy
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 18/01/2007 17:20:05
Subject: finished
  Looks like Ivar and Quin, and Nick and Alec have both finished. Their cars are now on top of each other on iri track. The truck still has a good 60 - 80 km to go. It is hard to see how much exactly. So with the support vehicles all at the bivouac ready for the cars who are all on stage, and the support truck seemingly doing fine everything seems ok. 2 more proper stages and on Sunday the bit around the lake and then they can say they have made it! Juultje. PS I'm not going to write message number 300 on this forum... but who is???
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Name:		 Juultje (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 18/01/2007 16:57:32
Subject: jumped
  They have jumped to very near the finish now. Juultje
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 18/01/2007 16:46:05
Subject: Ivar and Quin
  Hi Emily, good to see you back. I do not have Eurosport to watch it all on unfortunaletly, but I had heard about the horrible snooker! Nick and Alec are about 15 minutes in front of Ivar and Quin. They must have about 30 or 35 km to go. I'm sure you'll hear from them soon. At least they are moving ok now, speeding far ahead of the T4 now. Well done to them. I'm sure the car will be fixed if there is anything wrong with it. Juultje
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Name:		 Emily Evans (emily@qade.co.uk)
Date: 18/01/2007 16:29:28
Subject: Hello again
  Hi everyone I'm back. Hi Juultje, I'm ok, was worried when Q&I were slow through CP1 and I don't have tracking at work. Will have to wait until tonight to find out what went wrong. Did everyone see Alex & Adam Evans on Eurosport last night, a back shot in the bivouac no less... It was actually worth watching for a change last night as they caught up with some of the back markers for a change. AND no interruptions from the Snooker. I'm sure it will be back to the usual rubbish tonight...oh I'm sure everyone who is NOT involved is interested in the works teams. Roll on next week when it's all over and we can have our hubbies and boyfriends back home! Emily
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 18/01/2007 16:21:59
Subject: Ivar and Quin
  Looks like Ivar and Quin are fine. They are moving anyway. CP1 results: Alain LePlat through CP1 at 14:02, Nick at 14:57 and Ivar at 15:10. The T4 truck 565 is getting there, and is on top of CP1 on iritrack. The rest of the support team has arrived at Kayes. Alain seems to have finished, no time available yet. He will be at the start of the 117KM connection to get the the bivouac. In the last days of the rally they have to be careful in these stages, as they are in more populated areas, and they are more tired themselves. Good luck to them all, and off course to the support team, who will be meeting up with Andy (a different one) at the bivouac, and then set everything up for the cars to start arriving back. Let's see if we get any news about how much they will have to do tonight... Juultje
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Name:		 Nic (njblundell@supanet.com)
Date: 18/01/2007 16:04:26
Subject: 353 and 399 progress
  I'm following the cars closely on Iritrack since I got into the office this afternoon. It's worrying to see Ivar and Quin quite as far back. Here's hoping all race vehicles make it to Kayes competitively. The finish is so close, but still with many miles to go. Best wishes to the racers and support crew. We're watching you!
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 18/01/2007 15:18:48
Subject: hello
  Hi Andy, good to see you back, and hello Steve, nice to see you on the forum as well. I heard your presentation and photo's at the BAJA presentation were fantastic. You obviously know your stuff! I would love to see it for myself some time. As would John I imagine! John has both our cameras, so I'm sure he will have some pictures, because I took come in Lisbon. We'll see how much time he has had himself for pictures when he comes back next week... When would you need them for?--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Update on iritrack. The support trucks are nearing Kayes. Ivar and Quinn seem to be in running behind at about 110 km into the stage. They are behind Alain and Nick, with Alain being around the 200 km mark. I have not chequed their movements since this morning as I was working, so they might be driving again. If not, they are about to meet up with the 565 support truck which is right behind them. Hope it all gets sorted. Emily, are you ok? Juultje
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Name:		 Steve Rees (steve@concept-photos.co.uk)
Date: 18/01/2007 13:22:27
Subject: photos and vidio
  If you have any photos from the boys it would be good to see them, we are doing an article for a couple of mags in the uk and France on the Bowler team. We were at the start with the team and already have some photos and video from the start and to stage 4 from Ian and Rob. Good luck to all still in and keep safe. Thanks Regards Steve Rees Concept-photos CIN News Papers Official Photographer to the BAJA GB National Hillrally Series Macmillan 4x4 Challenge Tel: 01827 702332 Mob: 07813 672174 sales@concept-photos.co.uk www.concept-photos.co.uk
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Name:		 Steve Rees (steve@concept-photos.co.uk)
Date: 18/01/2007 13:22:14
Subject: photos and vidio
  If you have any photos from the boys it would be good to see them, we are doing an article for a couple of mags in the uk and France on the Bowler team. We were at the start with the team and already have some photos and video from the start and to stage 4 from Ian and Rob. Good luck to all still in and keep safe. Thanks Regards Steve Rees Concept-photos CIN News Papers Official Photographer to the BAJA GB National Hillrally Series Macmillan 4x4 Challenge Tel: 01827 702332 Mob: 07813 672174 sales@concept-photos.co.uk www.concept-photos.co.uk
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Name:		 ANDY (andy@windycity.co.uk)
Date: 18/01/2007 13:08:29
Subject: STAGE 12
  Hi all,don't worry i am still following the guys just had a little break from the forum.Iam sure the guys will have enjoyed a day off from racing yesterday and are looking forward to the last phase of the race.With three cars still to be serviced and a good showing of the remaining Wildcats the focus is on Le Lac Rose in Senegal.So with Ivar, Nick,John and Alain on stage keep the support coming. ANDY
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 18/01/2007 10:47:02
Subject: iri track update
  They are all on their way again, except the 565 truck, which I'm sure will be leaving soon. They are all on the connection to the stage. Except the 585 truck. Looking at iri track and the map it seems that all the T5 service trucks, with ALL the service crew, are taking the road from Ayoun to Kayes which goes via Nioro and Sandare. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Message from a proud wife: for all wives and girlfriends who feel a bit neglected, it's true, they hardly have signal at all during this rally, and I doubt they have time and energy to remember birthdays etc. They are on the toughest off road rally in the world, so really, we should not expect too much from them on the home front until they get back again. And be proud of them, because they are doing something many man want to do, but only very few have the skills and stamina needed to do it! Juultje
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Name:		 Julie Herefod (bossdean@btconnect.com)
Date: 18/01/2007 08:58:34
Subject: Iain Peever He has been found!!
  Many thanks to those who have helped me track down Iain Peever, we are new to this and have got a bit confused with what is going on. It is nice to hear of all the team spirit that has been going on and the chat at home. Thanks Again Julie (Iain's Big Sis!)
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Name:		 angela (jody.arch@btclick.com)
Date: 18/01/2007 08:20:38
Subject: mobile signals
  Just had a text from Jody (110 defender support). They are just leaving to go to Kayes.All OK, but says he's just received several messages from the last couple of days all in one go now he has a signal again, so if anyone is thinking their husbands/sons/boyfriends are ignoring them, don't be too hasty complaining! They don't have too far to Dakar now.
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 18/01/2007 00:31:48
Subject: Tomorrow's stage
  STAGE 12 - 18/01/2007 Ayoun > Kayes Connection: 110 km | Special: 257 km | Connection: 117 km Total: 484 km This stage is replacing the Néma-Kayes stage initially planned That is all the info of the dakar site. Not very much, but we'll just have to track them tomorrow. Juultje
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 18/01/2007 00:28:19
Subject: Text from John
  Iain and Paul are indeed together on the truck driven by John. Because it is a support truck it does not have satelite connection, so we can not see them on iri track on the dakar website. However, you can see the 585, which is always near John's truck. So you can always know roughly where Ian and Paul are too. For how to use iritrack you can go back to the reply to message 20-something. Anyway, I received a joky text from John today about how to use a vaccuum cleaner. They have obviously had a strange day today and they seem more rested. A second text read; "Just off to bed after an easy day. All is well. A very long drive through a forest in sand tomorrow. One of my favourites!"
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Name:		 Michele, John and Dan Petrie (@MP030668@aol.com)
Date: 17/01/2007 21:24:11
Subject: Oh yes..........
  And I wonder where Lottie is thinking of disappearing too??????? ;)
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Name:		 Lottie (wally200_5@hotmail.co.uk)
Date: 17/01/2007 19:14:22
Subject: Hotel
  Hi, does anyone know which hotel the guys will be staying in when they get to Dakar?? And the date they're returnng??
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Name:		 Michele, John and Dan Petrie (@MP030668@aol.com)
Date: 17/01/2007 17:42:43
Subject: Chris Hunt T4 - 565
  The photos look stunning and I'm sure you'll have lots to tell us when you get back.... There's more work here than you'll want to think about too!!! Dan received his trophy at the dinner on Saturday from Paul Winrow and have sent you a piccie - just to remind you of the little urchin!! Not sure about you having all the sleepless nights - we're not doing the rally and have been awake half the night waiting for a glimpse of the Bowler team on Eurosport!!!!!! Keep on trucking matey - the Hairy Beaver is nearly at Dakar!!!!! xxxxxx
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Name:		 nikki (n.p.madhouse@ntlworld.com)
Date: 17/01/2007 16:03:52
Subject: ian
  hi if his driver is john goldie he is with paul mansfield in truck number 887 the t5 truck. 585 is chris hammonds truck. nikki
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Name:		 angela (jody.arch@btclick.com)
Date: 17/01/2007 14:57:12
Subject: Iain Peever
  if his driver is John Goldie, that is I'm sure the big 6 x 6 truck no.585
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Name:		 Julie Hereford (bossdean@btconnect.com)
Date: 17/01/2007 14:31:27
Subject: Iain Peever
  Thanks for that Lottie, he is definitely somewhere out there!!! His Driver is John Goldie, I know his name is on the truck, he sent a picture to us at the start!! Thanks for your help, I will try and catch up with him. Hi Iain if you see thisxxx
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Name:		 Lottie (wally200_5@hotmail.co.uk)
Date: 17/01/2007 11:03:09
Subject: 565
  Thank you very much for passing that message on Angela, Chris did manage to ring me last night off the satellite phone as he still has problems with signal for his mobile. In response to the message below regarding Iain Peever... he is not listed as being in either of the two trucks. vist www.dakar.com and look at list of entrants under 2007 edition. Hope this helps.
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Name:		 angela(Jody's mum) (jody.arch@btclick.com)
Date: 17/01/2007 10:49:47
Subject: morning everyone
  Glad I'm not the only mum who didn't know how to use the computer straightaway!Jody (110 defender support vehicle) has tx only ½ hour ago.At least he knows which day of the week it is now.And managed 6 hours sleep.If I understand his tx correctly they all (inc. cars) are on the same road today (no racing) only 285km, so hopefully not much work tonight.I've tx back and relayed the message to Chris in 565 truck (from Lottie below) but untill/unless Jody tx again I won't know if he received it.Mobiles are obviously a bit hit & miss where they are.Some of my messages have not reached Jody according to my mobile here, but by his tx today he has actually received them.This site has obviously been a great help to a lot of people. Please thank John for setting this up. They are near the end now.So proud of them all. Sure they are all waiting for a decent bed and bath.And I'm another one who has had to endure the snooker waiting to watch the Dakar on Eurosport.
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Name:		 Julie Hereford (bossdean@btconnect.com)
Date: 17/01/2007 08:43:35
Subject: Iain Peever Truck 565
  Hi Little Bro! Now we have learnt how to communicate there is no stopping us! Better late than never. Mum tried to work the computer but to no avail so she says hello. Managed to look at the website with the photos on that someone mentioned in a previous message - looks fantastic. There is some confusion are you in Truck 565 or 585 we all think 565 but reading the messages I am gtting confused (not hard I Know!!), or if anyone reading this could confirm where Iain Peever is?? Keep going not long now and you have done so well. Jamie's overalls look brilliant we are training him up for the 2027 Rally!! Watch this space. Love you, from Mum, Jules and the rest of usxxx
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 16/01/2007 23:23:26
Subject: John phoned
  Hello everyone, John phoned a few minutes ago. Connection is very bad. I have been trying to pass on messages from this forum by text, but am not sure how many arrived. I also tried to pass on messages from others for others while talking to him. I don't know how much he could actually hear though. John sounded fine. They were all going to bed. And me! Juultje
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Name:		 louise an shan (louise%26iain@telewset.co.uk)
Date: 16/01/2007 22:03:39
Subject: iain peever 565
  Come on guys your nearly on the last leg!! Glad your having fun just think this time next week it will be all over, party, party, party time! Oh an the reality will be back with you all as you will be back in that great routine, work, eat, play an SLEEP, something i'm sure you have all forgotten how do do!! Keep going. Thanku for keeping in touch best you could iain. Your mum an dad say hello. love you louise an shannon xx
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Name:		 Lottie (wally200_5@hotmail.co.uk)
Date: 16/01/2007 16:20:36
Subject: Message to Chris in Truck 565
  Hello, i'm not sure how easy it is to pass a message onto Chris who's in truck 565?! But if it's not too difficult, is it possible for this to be passed on to him as i still don't think he has signal on his mobile... "Hello, remember to text your dad happy birthday on Friday and also to text Richard Pugh happy 18th birthday on Saturday, his mobile number is 07929 530515. You're doing brilliantly, all so proud of you for getting this far, we're all missing you lots, hopefully will speak to you soon, Lottie" Thank you very much!
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 16/01/2007 15:21:34
Subject: all in
  The three bowlers are safely at the bivouac. All came through the stage fine today. Ivan in 30 place, making him 24th overall, Nick in 57th place and LePlat in 62nd place. No overall standings for them available yet. The 565 truck passed CP1 at 14:12, and still have quite a while to go. Juultje
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 16/01/2007 13:12:56
Subject: iri track update
  While the 858 truck and service crew are having a wel deserved rest in Nema Ivar and Quin are shooting ahead. They are probably looking forward to some sleep as well. They past CP1 at 11:16 and CP2 at 12:12. Le Plat past CP1 at 11:47 and Nick at 11:16. LePlat is not far off CP2. The 565 truck is about 1/3 of the way there to the finish, which means it is still on its way to CP1. No further news. Juultje
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 16/01/2007 10:10:41
Subject: Standings
  Standings for Ivar and Quin, overall 25th! Yesterday's stage 22nd! Well done! For LePlat, Overall 26th and yesterday's stage 57th. I could not find Nick and Alec in the standings, but I know they broke down and a truck went to get them last night. Their car was fixed and they are on the move today heading for the start of the stage. So is the 565 truck. They must be soooo tired! Today's stage is to replace the stage to Timbuktu (Don't know how to spell that in English!) There is not much information on the site about is, but judging by 'today's stage' under 'live' on the Dakar site it is a mixture of dunes and something more solid. My computer doesn't show the legend! The 585 has stayed put, and I hope they are all getting a good sleep tonight. Juultje
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Name:		 Julie Hereford (bossdean@btconnect.com)
Date: 16/01/2007 09:42:24
Subject: Iain Peever 565 truck
  Hi Iain, just read some of the messages sorry not been in touch before now, we have been watching you and keeping up though. We are so proud of what you have done. Keep going last slog now. Remeber bring some sand back for the Kids. Isobel keeps asking where Uncle Iain is in Africa, I think we have all learnt some geography these past few weeks. Keep Going and good luck to the rest of your team and all the support guys. Love Jules, Tony, Isobel and JamieX
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 16/01/2007 09:33:29
Subject: text from John
  Text from john received at 10 to 3 last night: "We'd just finished preparing all three cars at 02:30 when the t4 arrived. I've gone to bed and Ian, Jim and Paul have stayed up to repair the truck. It's bodywork is cracking all over. Got to sleep now. Good Night."
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Name:		 Neil Wakefield (neilwakefield1@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 15/01/2007 23:08:40
Subject: Keep Going!
  Firstly keep going all! This forum has been fantastic to drop into every night to keep up with with the days (and nights!) events, which is more than can be said for Eurosport over these last couple of evenings. If i was desperate to get to sleep i would count sheep not watch snoozer!! See you all soon Neil, Carolyn, Lili + Jake
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Name:		 Amanda Garratley (a.garratley@btinternet.com)
Date: 15/01/2007 21:29:00
Subject: Latest
  Chris just called briefly before I go to bed - Ivar and Alain now being serviced. Nick and 565 still out there somewhere and they await further news in service. Good luck to all - I know exactly what it feels like for 2 year's running now - it just does not get any easier for us at home! Just remember they chose to do this and we are silly people at home feeling sorry for them - I gave this some thought as I spoiled myself with a lovely Indian take-away tonight - John G, I hope you read this out to all when you log in - yumm, yumm!!!!! Still wish I was with you all - no, but yes, but no, cause my comfy bed is calling!!! Love to all, Amanda. Keep it together guys?!?
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Name:		 Lottie (wally200_5@hotmail.co.uk)
Date: 15/01/2007 21:04:44
Subject: Good Luck
  Good Luck to the T4 (565) and all involved in fitting the replacement diff tonight. I hope it goes well and according to plan... fingers crossed you all make it to Nema.
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Name:		 angela(mum) (jody.arch@btclick.com)
Date: 15/01/2007 20:16:40
Subject: support crews
  Had tx from Jody (110 defender) At Nema, had shower and food, no doubt expecting to work into the night. Two weeks away from work and home and has obviously lost all track of days/dates as he asked me to let him know. Returning to normal working hours in a couple of weeks will come as a shock!! And I bet aircraft engines won't seem half as interesting after this.
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Name:		 angela(mum) (jody.arch@btclick.com)
Date: 15/01/2007 20:16:04
Subject: support crews
  Had tx from Jody (110 defender) At Nema, had shower and food, no doubt expecting to work into the night. Two weeks away from work and home and has obviously lost all track of days/dates as he asked me to let him know. Returning to normal working hours in a couple of weeks will come as a shock!! And I bet aircraft engines won't seem half as interesting after this.
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Name:		 Robert Pugh (robclaire@thepughs101.fslife.co.uk)
Date: 15/01/2007 19:22:03
Subject: Thank you from the bottom of our hearts
  Just a small word to say how much the help and suport that people showed, ment to us in our hour of need, as you can imagine the decision to turn around that morning was a very hard one, but we knew that if we went into the desert with an engine making noises like that one did, we may end up loosing the car in the desert, so with heavy hearts we turned around and headed north, we took the spark plug out and the injector lead off so as to take the pressure off the bad piston, then crawled to the 500k to Agadir all the time getting info off people from home about people to meet who could help us,we stoped the night in Agadir then got going at 3,30 am heading for Casablanca where we thought we could get a boat but there were no boats to Europe from there by this time the engine is not looking good we had traveld 1100k and still had 350k more to get to the port in Tanger, at this point a car transporter drove past us so we very enthusiasticly waved him down and barterd a ride to the port, by the time it was dark we were in spain, then it was a short drive to a contact in san pedro were the car was put in a locked garage and given a loving hug for getting us that far with a big end gone, all in all it was a very testing time for both of us, but with alot of help from our friends on this site who pulled all the stops out to get us home safe, we made it back, THANK YOU SO MUCH
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Name:		 Amanda Garratley (a.garratley@btinternet.com)
Date: 15/01/2007 18:35:38
Subject: Latest
  Just spoken to Chris - Nick blown diff, T4 trying to get to them to fit replacement. All assistance now at Nema where they will stay tomorrow as well. They know that they will have to work all night but hope to get some sleep tomorrow during the day
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 15/01/2007 17:30:53
Subject: Ivar and Quin
  Another message from John: "Ivar and Quin are ok. They are at the bivouac with us now."
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 15/01/2007 17:22:27
Subject: Nick
  Just received a message from John: "Nick is ok. His live tracking is broken". Long live iri track! So Nick is well on his way, or even at the bivouac in Nema at this point! Great. No further news. Juultje
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 15/01/2007 17:19:44
Subject: Ivar is in
  Ivar and Quin seem to have made it. I have been trying to warn John that they were going to arrive later than they would. I hope John was ahead of the 585 today to ensure Ian and Quin could have a well deserved rest upon arrival. still no word on Nick. He is not listed as a withdrawal, but he has also not moved away from the startline yet. The T4 (565) has not been moving a lot. I think I have just seen it move a bit, so they must still be on their way. They may have been experiencing some difficulties with the sand. Let's hope we hear more from people by texts and mobiles tonight. Juultje
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Name:		 thieu, Lonneke (thieu.cis.holla@12move.nl)
Date: 15/01/2007 15:38:21
Subject: oversea support
  Not really a day off, still following it all, but not much to say when you only know Juultje and John. Altough lots of support from the other side of the North Sea. Try to phone you,or better phone us for an update if time is right for you!
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Name:		 ANDY (andy@idlehands.com)
Date: 15/01/2007 15:03:51
Subject: Ivar
  Ivar thru CP2
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Name:		 ANDY (andy@idlehands.com)
Date: 15/01/2007 14:44:30
Subject: Todays Stage
  Tracking still showing Nick at start of selective.Ivar just ahead of Sireyjol in Bowler 363.the T4 truck is yet to go thru CP1 and Alain Leplat has just gone thru CP1.Sainz and de Villiers both had probs on stage with de Villiers being towed by his T4.Ivar passed both of them at moment.Any info on Nick/Alex ?
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 15/01/2007 14:42:33
Subject: HELLO
  Hi Amanda. Yes, we all need a break from this some times. It seems everyone is having a break today! I guess I am just lucky because I haven't got many meetings today. They are all doing well. I have been updating John by text, but no reply so I do not know if he is receiving them. According to iritrack Nick is still in last nights bivouac, which is worrying. I am really hoping iri track is wrong. The truck is at 123 km, Ivar well on the way to CP2, past the 322 point. LePlat doing fine too. Chris is heading to Nema. I think they must have left extremely early this morning, and they are going to be there around the same time as Ivar. The 585 and other support trucks look to be on a road. If they arrive at the same time as Ivar they may not get a chance to phone. That is, if they even have signal in the first place. How are Ian and Rob? Juultje
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Name:		 Amanda Garratley (amanda.garratley@uk.bosch.com)
Date: 15/01/2007 14:24:47
Subject: Hi there
  Hi Juultje, Did you have a good weekend at Scout camp? As I promised myself a day off from following the guys last wednesday I almost finally made it yesterday - That was until Chris called! I've been neglecting everything else and I'm sure Chris will wonder what I've been doing whilst he has been 'working away'. Chris briefly called this morning to find out if everyone came off stage yesterday and their positions but I could not see the truck in the overall standings only that he came off stage this morning at 4.00am. I've since been in meetings all day so am only now catching up with events.
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 15/01/2007 13:13:31
Subject: Service Team
  The service team were heading in funny directions, and as it is hard to see where they are heading I was trying to find a map. I have now found another way of seeing where they are going! (Although it is easier now, because they are now on the connection route to tomorrow's stage). If in future it is unclear where they are heading again there is always car number 421. They went out in stage 4, went through a similar process as Ian and Rob, but decided to stay and go on to Dakar following the service route. They joined up with the service team yesterday and are now ahead of our crew. So a good way to see where they are going. Ivar and Quin through CP 1, but no time available yet. Nick and Alec still seem to be at the bivouac. Wonder what is happening there. Juultje
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 15/01/2007 11:13:12
Subject: off they go
  They are off again. Iri track shows Ivar and Quin well on their way at teh 123km mark. LePlatis on his way too. The T4 truck 565 has started and is going further and further away from the bivouac. However, Nick and Alec still seem to be at the bivouac. Hope they are ok, and I hope iritrack is not working properly. I can also still see the 585. I'm pretty sure they will be on their way too by now. Anyone any news on Nick and Alec? Juultje
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 15/01/2007 00:21:06
Subject: remember photos
  http://http://www.maindruphoto.com/index.php?cPath=1024&osCsid=e391ec9fbdd1385c9d10f433908169d0 Again, remember that you can check out pictures on the above link, or just via their home page: www.maindruphoto.com. Some very good pictures of Richard and Kane and Ian and Rob's car (over 70 pictures!), and also of Ivar and Quin, Nick and Alec (Both even more pictures) and all the others including the 565 and 585 trucks. They have been updated recently, and there are a lot of them! Gives another good idea of how tough this rally is. Juultje
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 15/01/2007 00:11:37
Subject: Today and tomorrow''s stage description
  STAGE 8 - 14/01/2007 Atâr > Tichit Connection: 35 km | Special: 589 km | Connection: 2 km Total: 626 km En route for the oasis This special has several facets. The course is quite well-marked, with stony tracks at the beginning of the course; then the enthusiasts will be entitled to a dose of sand in the middle of their day. Patience will be the drivers’ best ally for finding the oasis: the final track has no hidden traps, just so long as you keep your eyes peeled. The panorama that awaits the competitors is more than worth it. Backup vehicles are not allowed in Tichit.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- STAGE 9 - 15/01/2007 Tichit > Néma Connection: 0 km | Special: 494 km | Connection: 3 km Total: 497 km Searching for the route This big chunk of desert may seen hard to swallow. Here we are on one of the great classics of the Dakar, revisited and improved for the occasion. Landmarks are extremely few and far between – the finest navigators are going to have their say. For the less inspired, Plan B involves picking the right tyre-tracks to follow. Reaching Nema in daylight is a victory in itself, for after nightfall, everything seems to take twice as long. ----------------------------------------------------Good luck Ivar and Quin, Nick and Alec and also to Alain LePlat and Pascal Ferrand.
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 15/01/2007 00:06:02
Subject: FROM IAN PEEVER (Who I previously called Iain, sorry...)
  A quick summary of the game so far by Ian Peever (sent to Juultje on her mobile by John Goldie). "My first thoughts after arriving in Lisbon and meeting my co-pilotes for the T5 6x6 Paul Mansfield - very experienced Landrover mechanic and always making fun. Great, so I should get on fine then! Our driver is John Goldie - Done the Dakar before and various other Rally Raids so lots of experience. Great stuff. A good team. What could possibly go wrong? Where do I start? After arriving in Africa I think we found John's sense of humour. A very intelligent man. A teacher by profession and years of experience driving in Africa. So WHY does he drive through SAND STORMS with the WINDOW DOWN?!?!?Even with my wit and humour I find it difficult to keep up with Paul, a master of quick fire wit and one-liners. We have been nick-named the chuckle brothers! I just want to thank my wife for understanding how much this rally means to me and I love u loads."
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 14/01/2007 23:58:03
Subject: back again
  Hello everyone. I'm back again after a quite relaxing 2 days without any iri track. However, I missed it as well so thank you very much Andy and Amanda for your updates! They were very much appreciated. I'm going to put one or two messages on right now. Firstly, I spoke to John on Friday evening (the 12th). We worked out then that we could follow the 585 truck and know where the rest of the support truck was, because they all tend to stick together. He mentioned that I should mention this to 'Jody's mum', so that is you Angela. Glad you had worked it out as well! For the first time I am not just following other people's husbands and boyfriends, I can actually have an idea where John is too now! Great!!! I hope they will leave it on! John said they were just having a bit of bear and a good laugh. They had been given the night off. A quick phone call on Saturday pointed out just how bad their signal was, and that they were back to being very busy, but still having a good time. John worked throughout the night before the rally to get this forum and website up and running, and he was very pleased to see it used so much. He said he was getting on well with everyone, and all was well. Note to EMILY: Really good to see you again, and to hear they are doing so incredibly well! Do you know how Ben, Adam and Toby are? I do not know if they are staying with the 585 truck as well like the other T5's or if they are somewhere else? Hope Quin feels better soon and has a happy and successful continuation of your honeymoon! Juultje
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Name:		 John Fish (johnfish@treewook.co.uk)
Date: 14/01/2007 22:15:58
Subject: Eurosport
  Bl--dy Snooker, what a load of BALLS!,hurry up! Had a call from John Goldie all seems fine!
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Name:		 Amanda Garratley (a.garratley@btinternet.com)
Date: 14/01/2007 21:18:44
Subject: Status of service
  Hi There, Chris Hammond (585) just called on sat phone. All T5 assistance(truck, 110 and 585) together in the middle of desert camped and eaten ready for bed. Good job we went shopping in Lisbon and loaded 585 with loads of provisions as requested. John Goldie also had stuff that self heated so everyone is full and ready for sleep. They start again tomorrow at 5.00am and head for Nema and Biv tomommow. Race vehicles have had marathon stage today with no service so no biv to get them together today. More contact tomorrow.
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Name:		 Angela(Jody's mum) (jody.arch@btclick.com)
Date: 14/01/2007 20:51:59
Subject: assistance vehicles/route
  Jody(110 defender - not on Iritrak) phoned approx.8pm.They have set up camp for tonight.Can see where they are by truck no.585 on Iritrak.The Bowler ones all together about to do dinner!!Backup vehicles not allowed in Tichit.They've camped in the sand heading straight to Nema.Jody has had a day or so feeling pretty sick by the sounds of it but it wasn't unexpected was it? Someone had the sense to make him go to the medical tent to get different tablets and said he feels much better today.I think the last few days have been tough for them all.However bad they feel I'm sure none will give up now.But don't you just sit here feeling helpless? Waiting to see the next message or tracking point.
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Name:		 Emily Evans (emily@qade.co.uk)
Date: 14/01/2007 20:07:56
Subject: Team Norway
  I'm so excited and proud. Quin and Ivar have done incredibly well on what looks like the most difficult stage yet, Eurosport reporting only 9 cars in at 6.30pm. Quin is now full of cold and feeling quite miserable but still his co-driving skills have got them through in 14th and beating Jutta Kleinschmidt home. A very long day for all but thankfully not another 600km stage tomorrow...well it's almost 500km. And they don't start until 9.15. Lets hope there are some T5's there to check the cars over - they will be working late tonight! Good Luck for tomorrow guys. And not forgetting Nick and Alex - go on guys!!
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Name:		 ANDY (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 14/01/2007 17:24:52
Subject: STAGE 8
  Ivar and Quin really mixing it and doing well today along with Sireyjol,Loomans.Alain Leplat and Nick Tollefsen doing fine.T4 sems to be plodding away.
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Name:		 ANDY (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 14/01/2007 11:55:20
Subject: STAGE 8
  Morning all.I should think Ian and Robs "special stage" up to Tangiers would have been .... well special to say the least.Stage 8 is underway with 8 Bowler Wildcats leaving the start within 10 mins of each other.Ivar the 1st on stage and Nick Tollefsen 10 mins behind him Alain Leplat just before Nick.Todays timed selective is 589kms and will not be a gentle Sunday drive with a mix of terrain including dunes.The T4 truck 565 is shown as on stage aswell.My only point of reference for all this is the Dakar website so i hope it's up to date.
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Name:		 Michele, John and Dan (@MP030668@aol.com)
Date: 14/01/2007 11:52:45
Subject: Brilliant!!!
  As Lottie has already said - great to have a message back from Stopher!!! We know you'll keep fighting matey....that Hairy Beaver desperately needs to get to Dakar!!! Plenty of stories to tell you on your return and the deal for the next rally project may well be done by that time! Take care... See you soon.
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Name:		 Rosemary and Harold Pugh.(Robs mum and dad) (haroldpugh@hotmail.co.uk)
Date: 14/01/2007 10:29:22
Subject: rob an ian
  Just a short update on Rob and Ians journey home,it was nearly as exciting as the Dakar! The highlight was flagging down an empty car transporter, negotiating terms with the driver ,who did`nt speak english.(money talks)They were then loaded on the top,they then traveled in the Bowler (there was no room in the lorry cab)at 70 mph to Tanger!!!At least they had a good view at that height!
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Name:		 louise an shannon (louise.peever@midyorks.nhs.co.uk)
Date: 13/01/2007 23:45:31
Subject: 565
  Hi iain, glad to hear that you have been able to have a rest and get some well earned sleep, that goes out to the rest of the team as well. Shan says hello an love you xx. I think that you have all done very well so far, keep up the good work, good luck for the rest of the rally. Everyone has been asking your mum how you are doing an others are watching you! It was nice to hear from you today. All my love c u soon xx.
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Name:		 Lottie (wally200_5@hotmail.co.uk)
Date: 13/01/2007 20:40:11
Subject: Stopher!
  He He... thank you very much for passing that message on! It is Stopher...!! We were getting a bit anxious as we hadn't heard from him for a couple of days but we know the phone signal is bad so just been going by the info on this forum which is helping loads!! Thank you! P.S A big hello back to him, hopefully we can get in touch tomorrow, fingers crossed. Good Luck.
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Name:		 Amanda Garratley (a.garratley@btinternet.com)
Date: 13/01/2007 20:25:28
Subject: Message received
  John Goldie sends message via Juultje Goldie on Scout camp. Message reads: "Stopher from the T4 says a big hello to Dad, Lottie and team Petrie. I'm very nervous about next few stages. Had a really hard Dune section on stage 7. Will keep fighting. Miss you lots Stopher.. P.S. hairy beaver to Dakar! We are not sure that this should be 'Stopher' or 'Christopher'? Please advise response if any?
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Name:		 ANDY (andrew-jennner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 13/01/2007 17:02:53
Subject: Saudi BAJA
  Saudi BAJA is on soon Amanda
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Name:		 Amanda Garratley (a.garratley@btinternet.com)
Date: 13/01/2007 16:55:54
Subject: Thank you
  Hi Steve Rees, Just a short note to thank you for the super video that was shown last night at the British off road championship dinner. I think it bought a proud tear to the eyes of all of us who are involved in the guy's Dakar adventures. To those now at Atar, I hear you were having a good evening last night - with beer and banter mentioned! Good for you - you absolutely deserve it after all the hard work that has been done to date and the unknown that lies ahead - well done, keep up the good work! Ian, Rob and families, Sterling job by all! What can I say?!? You are all now back together and safe at home - enjoy! P.S. When can we discuss the next adventure????? P.P.S. Sorry Timi and Claire - I was only joking - No, really!!! (hee,hee)
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Name:		 John FIsh (johnfish@treewood.co.uk)
Date: 13/01/2007 14:33:34
Subject: Ian and Rob
  I've just had a very quick call from Ian to say that they were on the M1 with Timi taking them home, I cant believe thet they are both back already!Ian sounded tired, but typical Ian quite positive despite the obvious pain.
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Name:		 ANDY (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 13/01/2007 11:21:24
Subject: Rest Day!!!
  Morning to all.Rest day (no racing day really)hopefully we might get a sit rep from bivouac today just to update the followers on the forum.It may seem a hit and miss affair trying to reassure loved ones that all is going to plan (whichever plan is in use at the time.Even in this era of high technology we are still at the mercy of signals and links being available and the feed of reliable infromation.For my part i know the support guys from the selection/training weekends,and there is a good mix of age experience and humour.They are all focussed on getting the job done and Le Lac Rose.I hope everyone is enjoying following this adventure even though it may get a bit worrying at times when iritrack isn't at its best and txt msgs seem to be whizzing around everywhere but the intended.ANDY
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Name:		 roger %26 barbara (rogerclinton@btinternet.com)
Date: 13/01/2007 11:16:15
Subject: paul truck 5
  Hi paul just to let you know you owe me a pint that I drank on your behalf last night at the British Offroad Presentations. You would have been very proud of Nicky collecting your trophy which was well earned over the season. From all that I'm hearing and following the Forum Pages things are pretty and not much 'shut eye'. Get plenty of rest today. Talk to you again, Roger.
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Name:		 thieu (thieu.cis.holla@12move.nl)
Date: 13/01/2007 10:59:12
Subject: holland support
  Some support from Juultje's parents. All the drivers and all the technical boys. Weel done, have good rest day ( altough rest for the mechanics?)Keep up the good spirit and up to Dakar tomorrow.
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Name:		 claire dan will (robclaire@thepughs101.fslife.co.uk)
Date: 13/01/2007 09:40:53
Subject: rest day!!
  morning eveyone, well done!! hopefully the lads might get a bit of a rest today, been trying to follow support crew on web, but cant get all of dakar site to work. this forum is so important for us at home too!! has any one heard how chris h and john g crew getting on? claire
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Name:		 Lottie (wally200_5@hotmail.co.uk)
Date: 13/01/2007 09:22:25
Subject: 565
  Hi Angela... Thank you for the message. I've looked on the Dakar website this morning and saw that they arrived at 12.48. They had a very long day yesterday, i hope they didn't have too many problems with the truck, otherwise Jody and the rest of the team could be very busy today. I bt u r very proud... Chris is only 21 and he can't believe how hard it all is. He couldn't quite believe he had been selected either!
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Name:		 Angela (jody.arch@btclick.com)
Date: 13/01/2007 08:26:33
Subject: T4 truck/565
  Lotte. I am Jody's mum(see message 115).He rang me last night they were not there then.Has tx this morning to say they arrived after he went to bed,don't know time, not spoken to them yet but they ARE there.I think they all deserve the rest day today,although not sure how much work our lads,the mechanics , have to do. Jody is in the support 110 Defender, vehicle no.721.Not on Iritrak but he is keeping me reasonably up to date with Tx when the phone works.He is only 23 and chuffed to bits he got this place with Bowlers. Could say I am a proud Mum !! But it doesn't make you worry any less.
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Name:		 ANDY (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 12/01/2007 23:42:50
Subject: T4 Truck
  There you go Lotte if you are still watching the T4 is nearly at the bivouac.Am sure they are ready for a cuppa T.Bit of a long one for them plus there are still others out on stage,some consolation no stage tomorrow but plenty to do ready for Sunday.2 more Wildcats out today.Claire, glad Ian and Rob nearly home.Right time for a coffee and then switch this damn thing off.
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Name:		 claire dan will (robclaire@thepughs101.fslife.co.uk)
Date: 12/01/2007 22:17:24
Subject: well done lads!!!!
  hi everyone ive just watched euro sport, what a day!! well done to everyone still in the race!! and all the support team. a well earned rest day coming, up we all think your fantastic the way you keep going!! just keep safe and enjoy every min of it!!! rob phoned they have dropped the car off and are making there way to the airport.they will hopefully be back some time tomorrow. thank you again to every one who helped them!! claire X
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Name:		 Lottie (wally200_5@hotmail.co.uk)
Date: 12/01/2007 22:17:20
Subject: 565
  Oh yes, i feel alot better now they seem to be moving quite quickley now. Still a bit odd why their time isn't showing on Dakar site from CP1. Will just have to wait and see i guess.
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Name:		 ANDY (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 12/01/2007 21:57:34
Subject: T4 Truck
  Well it looks as if they are moving iritrack showing them just passed 340km.Just been watching todays stage on Eurosport,and the high winds have made for a difficult stage with a lot of soft sand out there which even the top boys get stuck in.
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Name:		 Lottie (wally200_5@hotmail.co.uk)
Date: 12/01/2007 21:28:16
Subject: 565
  Yes!
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Name:		 ANDY (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 12/01/2007 21:19:24
Subject: T4 Truck
  Thats ok.Is boyfriend Chris?
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Name:		 Lottie (wally200_5@hotmail.co.uk)
Date: 12/01/2007 21:12:29
Subject: 565
  Oh yes! Thank god for that... not very far but atleast it's something. My boyfriend's a co-driver in it and he they're in a place where they have no mobile phone signal. He said the truck is no good in sand, they had alot of problems on day 4 in sand. Thank you for you help Andy.
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Name:		 ANDY (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 12/01/2007 21:01:46
Subject: T4 Truck
  Lotte did you see it move???
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Name:		 Lottie (wally200_5@hotmail.co.uk)
Date: 12/01/2007 20:08:02
Subject: 565
  Thanks for your help Andy. They haven't moved for a while. Seems a bit odd that their time at CP1 isn't showing on Dakar site still. Fingers crossed they're alright.
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Name:		 ANDY (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 12/01/2007 19:44:18
Subject: T4 Truck
  Lotte where they are shown to be on iritrack is not far from revised stage finish.Dakar site saying 40 out of 71 that were down to start stage have gone thru end of selective (although 44 listed on positioning page).61 thru CP1 so may be taking time to filter thru with adverse weather conditions.
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Name:		 Lottie (wally200_5@hotmail.co.uk)
Date: 12/01/2007 18:40:09
Subject: 565
  Ok, thanks Andy. Looks like they're stuck or having problems anyway. Not good when you hear about the accidents, just makes you worry more!
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Name:		 ANDY (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 12/01/2007 18:27:47
Subject: Ivar/Quin Truck 565
  Emily,Ivar/Quin are shown as 18th on stage time.Quite a few of the Wildcats have had a good stage and Nicolas Gibon still the leading Bowler.Seems there has been plenty of incidents on stage Roma rolling Vatenen having a fire to name but two.Lotte i've not been glued to tracking but the times i have checked the T4 truck has not moved a great deal.It's another hurry up and wait moments.Anyone else with any info???
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Name:		 Lottie Hobbs (wally200_5@hotmail.co.uk)
Date: 12/01/2007 18:09:24
Subject: 565
  Hi, does anyone have any info on truck 565 as they seem to have passed CP1 a while ago accoding to iritrack but there are no times listed? Thanks.
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Name:		 Emily (emily@qade.co.uk)
Date: 12/01/2007 16:52:02
Subject: More news
  Just heard briefly from Quin. They are off stage and en route to Atar. Weather has been horrendous, and rumours of a bad accident on the stage but they did not see it. (Perhaps it was Roma who has rolled?) Quin thinks they were top 20 today (hoorah!) but Eurosport and Dakar have no info. If I can get my internet connection working at home I will post more news as I get it. If not I am signing off for the weekend. All the best to all involved & back on Monday. Emily
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 12/01/2007 16:02:13
Subject: scout camp
  Hello everyone, and hello Emily (nice to see you here as well!!!) Emily has just brought in another reason to keep on checking and updating the forum, because her husband is spending his honeymoon in Ivar's car while she is in Britain with the other 'rallyWAGs' waiting for news. However, I'm sorry to say I am going to be away from all computers from now until SUNDAY EVENING! What am I going to do!!!! I will be at a scout camp, training camp for a group of scouts who I will be taking to Malawi for 5 weeks in July/August. I hope everyone can help to update the forum until I get back. For those who have my mobile number. Phone if you need me, and any updates are appreciated. Thank you!!!
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Name:		 Emily Evans (emily@qade.co.uk)
Date: 12/01/2007 15:01:15
Subject: Update
  Just had an email from Eurosport who are experiencing technical problems and cannot update, obviously neither can Dakar.com so I am waiting news on Quin and Ivar who should be close to the end of the stage now. Hello everyone by the way! Sorry to hear about all that are out of the race, I guess that's the Dakar for you. Quin has been in very high spirits on all my last contacts, he's obviously enjoying his honeymoon more than I am!! Emily
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 12/01/2007 13:44:38
Subject: update
  Ivar past CP1 at 12:25, LePlat at 13:08. Nick seems to have past it, but no time available yet. The 565 is on its way trondeling along I think. The 585 is now vearing to the west of the stage. If you go to 'The Day's Route' under 'live' on the Dakar Website, and choose today's stage you will find the stage pasted onto a proper map in the background. ( http://www.dakar.com/2007/DAK/LIVE/us/700/r7_5-parcours.html )On this you can see the Road the 585 must be on, which has crossed the stage, where they have probably waited to see all the bowlers pass, make sure they are ok, and they are now heading on that road towards Atar. On this map you can also see the tar road the organisation is talking about taking near CP2, also towards Atar. They will be using their ski goggles today with that wind! Juultje
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 12/01/2007 12:54:34
Subject: quick!
  Wow, that is so quick! Well done to Ian and Rob. It can't be easy being in the desert all of a sudden in a new coutry. Getting back so fast is a real achievement. I'm sure you are all looking forward to seeing them again! In the meantime on iri track it looks like Chris is on the stage right where Nick Tollefson is. Ivar is steaming ahead, and is way past CP1. LePlat is just ahead of Nick. 3 cars left, let's hope they all stay in. Juultje
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Name:		 timi, mama and the boys (timearochelle@hotmail.com)
Date: 12/01/2007 12:49:31
Subject: on the way home
  ian and rob are on the back of a local lorry goint to tangier where they will get onto the ferry to go to spain. they will try to reach malaga before sunday and have the car transported back with richard's transporters. if everything goes to plan they should be back to the uk latest on sunday.tnx for all help
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 12/01/2007 12:28:44
Subject: I spy...
  Do you see what I see on iri track!!! I can still see the 585. They have not taken iri track off! That means we can have a rough idea where the T5's are!!! They are not far from the stage actually, slightly to the east! I hope they keep it on! That is the only way and the first time I have been able to get some idea of their whereabouts as well. Ivar is nearing CP1. The others seem to be doing fine. ANDY: Glad to know Richard and Kane are ok too and that they have been in touch with Ian and Rob. It is always a bit worrying when cars are left behind with their drivers. Luckely they did make it to the bivouac. I am very unclear about what happened to their car and why they had to stop. I guess we might find out later. As long as they are all safe, which they are. Great!
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Name:		 ANDY (andew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 12/01/2007 12:21:54
Subject: The special stage will end at km 407.6!
  According to the race marshals present at CP2 (km 439), a strong sandstorm is blowing on the last kilometers of today’s special stage. As helicopters cannot fly in such weather conditions, the race’s management has decided – due to safety concerns – to remove the last 134 km of the special stage, which will therefore stop at km 407.6. The competitors will then drive on tarmac up to Atar, end of stage 7 and location of tomorrow’s rest day. Message posted on Dakar website at 12:45 gmt
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Name:		 ANDY (andew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 12/01/2007 12:21:26
Subject: The special stage will end at km 407.6!
  According to the race marshals present at CP2 (km 439), a strong sandstorm is blowing on the last kilometers of today’s special stage. As helicopters cannot fly in such weather conditions, the race’s management has decided – due to safety concerns – to remove the last 134 km of the special stage, which will therefore stop at km 407.6. The competitors will then drive on tarmac up to Atar, end of stage 7 and location of tomorrow’s rest day. Message posted at 12:45 gmt
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Name:		 ANDY (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 12/01/2007 12:08:18
Subject: Update on Richard/Kane and Ian/Rob
  Well away from the from the racing Richard and Kane have managed to make Tangiers and are in transit to mainland Europe with, if all goes well a flight back to the UK later today.Ian and Rob are making their way, nursing the car to Casablanca and also up to Tangiers.Both crews have been in contact with each other.Efforts are also in hand to recover the two Wildcats back to the UK.
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Name:		 Lottie Hobbs (wally200_5@hotmail.co.uk)
Date: 12/01/2007 11:18:55
Subject: Day 7
  Good luck to the guys in the Bowlers and truck 565... keep up the good work, it'll be tough 2day but try your best! x
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 12/01/2007 10:24:58
Subject: the route today
  The route today: Good luck guys! STAGE 7 - 12/01/2007 Zouérat > Atâr Connection: 4 km | Special: 542 km | Connection: 34 km Total: 580 km Keeping on top A particularly full day’s programme, over 600 kilometres. No-one is likely to be left unmoved by this series of tracks, off-road sections, and dunes. This is where you find out just what “crossing the erg” means. And here too, the hierarchy can be thrown radically into disorder. After six days of racing, those who haven’t managed to avoid problems begin to feel the fatigue. Now, those moments of tiredness can cost you dear. Everybody’s going to be glad of the much-needed rest day.
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 12/01/2007 10:20:38
Subject: positive thinking
  Thanks Andy. Your comment was spot on! Yes we are two bowlers down, but there are still three in the competition. They seem to have taken off for the 542 km long stage today. It is going to be a tough day yet again. And there is still everyone on the service crew, who will need our support. Looking at the tv, and reading what is happening it is hard to get news of the support crew. It is almost as if they do not excist. However, they do exist, many of them, and they are working at least as hard as those racing, covering the same distances and then mechanicing through the night. Chris being out is a real shame, but by the looks of it they will still be driving to Dakar as a T5 support truck. This means they are not racing, but they are still around to be supported. The forum will also help them know where their bowlers are, because this forum is a lot easier to open on a mobile phone than iritrack! Even though the guys cannot update the forum except through us at the moment, simply because they are far too busy to get the actual computer out, they can see these messages on their mobiles. So keep up the good work. There are still people rallying out there!!! Juultje
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Name:		 Rosemary and Harold Pugh.(Robs mum and dad) (haroldpugh@hotmail.co.uk)
Date: 12/01/2007 09:08:41
Subject: its been great!
  Sorry to hear that Chris and co are out,but what a fantatic experience they have all had. Watching Eurosport at Claires most nights,to see the Atlas mountains,and the deserts they have driven through,has been great.Even to see the bivouac,decorated out,and the drivers sitting cross legged on the carpets,eating their meal,has all been exciting. Good luck to everyone left in ,and their familys,(who worry!!) We will keep reading the forum,it has been a great way to keep up with things.
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Name:		 Andy (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 12/01/2007 08:42:07
Subject: Wildcats Still In
  There are still 19 Bowler Wildcats still in, the highest placed being Nicolas Gibon.Of these 19 3 of them are still reliant on service from the guys when they get into the bivouac so keep following and keep your messages of support coming through for the guys who still have a long way to go.
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Name:		 Dean (qedrat@yahoo.co.uk)
Date: 12/01/2007 07:56:12
Subject: Sorry to hear Chris is out too.
  Gutted to read that Chris and the crew are out too. Its been great following everyone on the forum that I know and those I dont. Good luck to all those still in. Well done all BR Dean
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Name:		 Mark Richards (msrichards@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 12/01/2007 00:51:32
Subject: Well done!!
  Well done everyone you have done so well to get to here. You should be really proud of yourselves. Thanks to everyone who has kept this forumn so up to date, it has made us feel part of the team.
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Name:		 claire dan will (robclaire@thepughs101.fslife.co.uk)
Date: 11/01/2007 22:51:42
Subject: thank you everyone!!
  many thanks to everybody, its been abit of a roller coaster of emotions for everyone today. thank you for all the support and information off everyone about rob and ian. sorry to here about chris and his team. we havent forgoten the rest of the team out their, good luck to you all, and keep safe. claire dan will x
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Name:		 chris mans (@sexy_ben_sexy@hotmail.com)
Date: 11/01/2007 22:51:00
Subject: bowler
  sad to her about ian's miss fortune in the bowler and chris hammond's miss fortunein in the truck good look paul we are supporting you all in the bowler sprit from chris and ben mansfield
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Name:		 Amanda Garratley (a.garratley@btinternet.com)
Date: 11/01/2007 22:09:58
Subject: 2007 has only just started
  Hi Guys, Chris called briefly on the sat phone - They are out too!!!! The front shocks have let them down again!!! We knew that they were taking a straight route slowly from the start for the biv but in reality they did not start at passage control - This puts them out of the rally. Nothing to say other than it's been a s**t day for all. My mobile has now shut down - probably due to over-time on air today. Tomorrow evening I go to the British championship awards dinner to collect Ian's and Chris's award for the British Hillrally Championship - I will be very proud to be associated with such fine and lovely gentlemen - A true credit to British motorsport - they did such a good job and I feel the best is yet to come! Bring on the 2007 British season.
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Name:		 Jake fish (johnfish@treewood.co.uk)
Date: 11/01/2007 21:51:58
Subject: b---s up!
  Sorry about the double entry!its a good job my dad is not doing this!
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Name:		 John Fish (johnfish@treewook.co.uk)
Date: 11/01/2007 21:49:28
Subject: 585
  Amanda have you had any news from or about Chris?, does anybody know what's put truck 585 out?
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Name:		 John Fish (johnfish@treewook.co.uk)
Date: 11/01/2007 21:49:18
Subject: 585
  Amanda have you had any news from or about Chris?, does anybody know what's put truck 585 out?
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Name:		 Lottie Hobbs (wally200_5@hotmail.co.uk)
Date: 11/01/2007 21:35:44
Subject: Truck 585
  Truck 585 unfortunately seems to be out. It is listed under withdrawals.
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Name:		 timi, mama and the boys (timearochelle@hotmail.com)
Date: 11/01/2007 17:35:12
Subject: day 6
  ian and rob stopping in a hotel in agadir( much needed sleep). early morning they will carry on driving to casablanca where the car will be shipped from back to the uk. tnx for all help sorting them out today. all other drivers keep up the good work!!!!!!!
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 11/01/2007 17:26:20
Subject: truck
  The truck is still going. Slowly but certainly. They seem to have just crossed the start now. Don't know what their official start time was. I better get to my work now, so I will not disturb you all for a few hours! Juultje
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 11/01/2007 17:24:03
Subject: Rob and Ian
  Just spoken to Rob. They have arrived in Agadir. They have met the man they were meant to be meeting and now know there is no boats to Europe from there. They also know there is a landrover dealer and mechanic of some sort in the area. I phoned them because the Dutch guys phoned me to ask for their number so that they could find them and the same Moroccan guy who is with Ian and Rob and the moment. The Dutch have a Dessert Warrior at the moment, but were in a bowler last year. I hope they will find support in each other. These Dutch are great off roaders and very good mechanics. They did the Dakar last year in a second hand bowler that they did up completely themselves with their team, and they changed in into a diesel while they were at it. They know bowlers very very well! They are currently stuck with a broken 'turbo' on their desert warrior. They are being towed by Erwin, who is their media man. Erwin is in a Nissan. He has been towing them all the way from CP2 Stage 4. He went there looking for them in the dark, with a new turbo. Eventually found them the next day. Mounted the new turbo, which broke as well! As I said earlier on this forum, they are planning to fix their cars and drive them to Atar or otherwise Dakar. They have mentioned it is hard to organise things today because it is actually a national holiday in Morocco. I think they are a good bunch to be stuck with though, and they may well be of use to each other. Juultje
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 11/01/2007 17:13:36
Subject: truck
  The truck has not started yet. It was about 40 km before the start last time I checked. They are now literally almost on the start. This while the 565 is at around 160 km into the stage. That's all I can see from Iri track I'm afraid! Juultje
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Name:		 Amanda Garratley (amanda.garratley@uk.bosch.com)
Date: 11/01/2007 17:00:09
Subject: 585?
  Juultje, Do you mean that the truck has yet to start or that it has gone through the start and is now heading in the wrong direction?
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 11/01/2007 16:48:42
Subject: update
  Iri track is such a wonderful tool when it works. I just wish John's truck had iritrack as well! Anyway, LePlat is in the lead, with Ivar passing CP1 about 7 minutes behind him. Both past CP1 around 16:00. Nick past CP1 at 16:36, about half an hour behind his father. The trucks: John Walker is doing ok. He is near the 131 km point. The 585 with Chris H and James however is moving painfully slow. They are still an estimated 40 km off the start, on the wrong side of the start. I hope they make it! They are making it more exciting than I can bare today. No more telephone contact possible. I think all we can do is try to relax for a bit knowing that Ian is ok and make a cuppa. Juultje
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Name:		 Andy (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 11/01/2007 16:42:21
Subject: Ian and Rob
  Glad to hear they made Agadir.Keep us posted please Timi.
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Name:		 timi, mama and the boys (timearochelle@hotmail.com)
Date: 11/01/2007 16:15:55
Subject: day 6
  ian and rob in agadir port. safe and sound.......thanks for everyone for all the work trying to get them back. they have 4 or 5 options to choose from how to get the car back to the uk. ----we are just waiting to see how they get on with local chap and in port.waiting for phonecall to see what they want to do. .......getting the car back is not a problem and they are big and ugly enough to sort themselves out. ......tnx guys again for all the help
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180


Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 11/01/2007 14:40:29
Subject: Iritrack update
  So, now that we can not do anything for a while anyway, let's not forget the others. Iritrack shows LePlat and Nick Tollefson past the 86 km point. Ivar is a bit before it still. As for the trucks (it is easy to see them all at the same time now)John Walker in the 565 is near the start of the stage, while the 585 is a while behind and still has a bit to go before reaching the stage. It is such a long liaison though! luckely only 8 or 9 km to go to bivouac once they have finished the special. Good luck to them all!
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 11/01/2007 14:36:49
Subject: Amanda's reply
  Just making sure everyone sees Amanda's reply to one of the messages. I think it is useful and comforting information and I totally agree with her. The Dutch guys they might meet have their own site, all in Dutch though: www.dakar2007.nl. "Hi Ro, Ian has made contact with this guy and will contact him when he gets to Agadir. He is already helping the Dutch team that retired on stage 4. Last year the Dutch team (Raoul and John Pierre Jacobs) were in the Bowler spirit team and raced a Bowler alongside Chris. They would also help if required as their Bowler knowledge is very comprehensive."
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178


Name:		 Steve Rees (steve@concept-photos.co.uk)
Date: 11/01/2007 14:19:52
Subject: sad news for Ian and Rob
  Just caught up on the current events. I am absolutely gutted to read that Ian and Rob are out after such a encouraging start. I can't imagine how Ian, Rob and the crew are feel at this point. I know its no real consolation but be proud of what you have done as many can only dream of such things.
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177


Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 11/01/2007 14:13:05
Subject: Ferries
  Another update, Andy had emailed me. He has information about ferries available if they need it. We'll just have to hang in tight and see what the day brings for Ian and Rob. If it turns out they do need a ferry tonight, we will make sure they know who to contact. Juultje
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Name:		 thieu ,Cis en Dorien(Juultjes dad,mum and sister) (thieu.cis.holla@12move.nl)
Date: 11/01/2007 14:09:24
Subject: sad
  Sad news indeed. But also a compliment to the technicians! They will have stories to tell looking for parts in the middle of the night! Keep on going, the race is not over yet!We are all following you.
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Name:		 Rosemary and Harold Pugh.(Robs mum and dad) (haroldpugh@hotmail.co.uk)
Date: 11/01/2007 14:05:49
Subject: thanks
  Thankyou Juultje, and all who are helping Rob and Ian to get back.
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174


Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 11/01/2007 14:04:00
Subject: Text from Ian
  " If we can get it fixed in Agadir we will. If not we have to try and ship it back. Have called your contact. He gave us a number to call". This means they have the number of a trustworthy local resident. They also have the number of the Dutch crew that was out in stage 4 who are heading to Agadir to fix their car. For Ian and Rob it can still go either way. Again, there is not much we can do from here but keeping our fingers crossed and jumping into action only when called upon. We can use this forum to ensure home support happends in a coordinated way, just like Harold and Rosemary Pugh did. It is not easy sitting at home or work doing nothing, but we will have to bear it for a bit. Thanks to everyone for their support of Ian and Rob. Juultje
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173


Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 11/01/2007 13:30:01
Subject: Ian and Rob are ok
  Hi Rob and Ian are doing fine. They have now a contact in Morocco who knows about ferries. They will find a safe place to stay and a ferry from Agadir, which is an international port city. They will arrive in Agadir in about 3 to 4 hours. There is really nothing much more we can do at the moment but to sit back a bit. I will send you an email as well. Juultje
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Name:		 Rosemary and Harold Pugh.(Robs mum and dad) (haroldpugh@hotmail.co.uk)
Date: 11/01/2007 13:16:40
Subject: ferries
  Rob and Ian are trying to get the car up to a ferry. I have been looking on the internet, but cant seem to find any going from Casablanca. It looks as if they will have to try and get to Tanger. If any one can find any ferries, or can help in any way, please email me, or leave a message on this site. thanks.
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171


Name:		 Dean (qedrat@yahoo.co.uk)
Date: 11/01/2007 12:55:20
Subject: cant keep up !
  Great to read that 460 is up and "limping". well done Ian and Rob!!!!!!!! fingers crossed !!!!!
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170


Name:		 Dean Ratcliffe (qedrat@yahoo.co.uk)
Date: 11/01/2007 12:30:51
Subject: Gutted
  Just caught up on the current events.... I am absolutely gutted to read that 460 is out after such a encouraging start along with the effort spent getting the car running again last night. I can't imagine how Rob, Ian and the crew are feel at this point. I know its no real consolation but be proud of what you have done as many can only dream of such things. Good luck to the remaining bowlers and trucks. Dean
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 11/01/2007 12:20:43
Subject: Update on Ian and Rob
  Ian and Rob are limping a bit at the moment. They have managed to get the car to drive. They are heading for Agadir, where they expect to arrive in 3 to 4 hours. They have with them the number of a person from Agadir called Mohamed. He has done the Dakar Rally in 1997 I believe, and currently lives in The Netherlands. He speaks English and has friends in Agadir. He helped last night trying to find parts as well! The Dutch crew who were out at stage 4 (the brothers Jacobs and Jacobs nr.421) are on their way to Mohamed's friend, who will help them fix their car and join up with the rally at the rest day in Atar. The other option for Ian and Rob is the international port and airport in Agadir. This will allow them to get the car and themselves back to Europe. Ian and Rob will have to make some difficult choices, but at least they have help of a person who knows the area, and the emotional support from all us here on the forum. When I spoke to him he sounded gutted, but glad to know there was support for them. Good luck guys! Juultje
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168


Name:		 James Pugh (Middleofnowhere@hell.com)
Date: 11/01/2007 11:59:41
Subject: Chin up
  Hey guys. Sorry to hear about the car. You made it into Africa at least and you got quite a few great days racing and experience. Just try and relax now and enjoy yourselves now that you are there. Theres always next year.......
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167


Name:		 Lottie Hobbs (wally200_5@hotmail.co.uk)
Date: 11/01/2007 11:55:05
Subject: Good Luck Trucks
  Loads of luck today especially the guys in the two T4 trucks... you're all doing really really well. Keep up the good work!
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Name:		 John FIsh (johnfish@treewood.co.uk)
Date: 11/01/2007 10:21:06
Subject: Numb!
  Having spent the most of one night repairing Ians car with the lads during the Optic I can only imagine how they feel at this time what a complete bummer!
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165


Name:		 ANDY (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 11/01/2007 10:16:17
Subject: Ian and Rob
  Just logged on to find that Ian and Robs attempt thwarted.The sense of disappointment for the guys is huge,however on reflection they have travelled a long way since (like Nic)i first met them at rain soaked Radnor!Iam sure the phrase thats racing has been mentioned along with some other choice ones aswell.What they have achieved in such a short space of time is mind blowing Ian as a driver and Rob navigating superb!!! Great effort by the assistance boys aswell.
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 11/01/2007 10:16:08
Subject: Service Team
  The two T4 trucks are on their way as well. They have now gone past Ian, as they will have to get to the start on time and have to keep going for the other supported cars. The 565 seems to be in the lead again today. TO PAUL's WIFE AND CHILDREN. I made sure Paul got your message of the forum by texting it to John. These are the kind of messages that will keep them going even if they are tired and struggling. I hope you have a good time showing the other kids at school what your daddy is up to. Keep up the good work in supporting the team. They all need it! Juultje
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 11/01/2007 10:11:23
Subject: iri track update
  LePlat, and both Tollefsons are on their way to the start. Both Brits out is a real blow, but the service team, who many of us know too are still out there working hard and going for it. They will still need our support! It is a long stage today. I just realised I never put the description on the forum, so here it is: "STAGE 6 - 11/01/2007 Tan Tan > Zouérat Connection: 414 km | Special: 394 km | Connection: 9 km Total: 817 km Navigation by heading Here’s the longest stage of the rally – by the end of the day, almost a thousand kilometres will have been clocked up! To set off on this long preliminary liaison leading to the Mauritanian border, you have to get up extremely early in the morning. Then you need to apply yourself to navigation by heading and off-road, yet more techniques for drivers and co-drivers to get to grips with again. At this stage in the rally, just one piece of advice: play for economy"
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162


Name:		 Neil (neilmeredith@hotmail.co.uk)
Date: 11/01/2007 09:34:23
Subject: Gutted!
  I'm choked up! They were doing so well. Well done with all the inventive mechaniching. Good luck for the rest of the team!
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Name:		 Nic (njblundell@supanet.com)
Date: 11/01/2007 09:31:45
Subject: Still proud of them
  The team (Ian and Rob, and the service support) did an awesome job and I think we're all very proud of the effort they put in. I know the guys will be dissapointed - I'm gutted for them. But they've still managed an awesome achivement. From new-boys to international competitors in two years - inspirational effort lads.
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 11/01/2007 09:20:14
Subject: sad news indeed
  This is sad news. The guys worked so hard last night and did absolutely everything they could. Hats of to them, they did brilliantly. The support worked through the night, found the best parts they could locally and fitted them as successfully as was possible. They will be gutted for Ian and Rob that it didn't work. I cannot stress the importance of realising how tough this rally is on all involved. There are so many competitors out already. They have made the first stages very very tough. I hope Ian and Rob are ok, and await to hear what their next moves will be. The Dutch guys who were out in stage 4 got out of the sand, and were yesterday preparing their car to drive to Atar and follow the race to Dakar from there. It is wait and see from here. Timi, Claire nad the kids, best of luck to you all as well. I imagine they will still have good stories to tell when they come home... Juultje
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Name:		 timi, mama and the boys (timearochelle@hotmail.com)
Date: 11/01/2007 09:06:54
Subject: day 6
  due to engine problems ian and rob are out of the event..........
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158


Name:		 Nic (njblundell@supanet.com)
Date: 11/01/2007 09:05:24
Subject: Ian and Rob: Living that dream
  I've been following these messages, the various website and the live tracking with considerable interest. I remember well watching these guys race for the first time at Radnor, and thinking how well they were doing. I've watched 'em closely ever since. The whole of the 'Mercia Massive' racing collective (inc. Ian, Rob, Chris, James, Tim, Amanda, Neil, Sarah to name a few) were really welcoming and were, for a large part, responsible for my own start in racing. The Dakar was their dream, and there they now are. I'm chuffed to bits for them and wish that I could be there waving spanners for them (which my landlord was doing till about 4am!) or waving a camera - it must be an awesome experience. It's not just their dream they're living - it's many of ours as well. So, no pressure lads! Seriously, I wish them the very best and look forward to better news in the event. They've got passion, they've got talent. They have my utmost respect and support. Go guys!! Cheers Nic
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Name:		 Rosemary and Harold Pugh.(Robs mum and dad) (haroldpugh@hotmail.co.uk)
Date: 11/01/2007 08:51:17
Subject: Knocking!!!!
  Just spoke to Rob ,doesnt sound good ,the engine is makimg a knocking noice!!!He sounded very worried. They had done about 50k,towards the next stage, so they have a long way to go if they need help.What ever happens, they know they couldnt have done more,so well done boys.
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156


Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 11/01/2007 08:40:40
Subject: Ian's car
  They did it!!! Well done to the guys mechanicing out there. I know John texted me last night at 3:30.: "Just off to bed. We might have saved Ian's car. Might not have reception after tomorrow morning. Non stop here. Seventeen hours flat out off road tomorrow." By the sounds of it they managed. Claire texted this morning that they got the car going, and Amanda's message is encouraging as well. Fingers crossed for today and tomorrow. Rest day in Atar should sort everything out!!! Can't praise the team enough! Well done to all! Looking forward to another over exiting day. I have a lot of work to do at work... Good luck everyone! Juultje
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155


Name:		 Amanda Garratley (amanda.garratley@uk.bosch.com)
Date: 11/01/2007 08:27:29
Subject: Stage 6
  Chris called - Yes, Ian and Rob are still in. The service guys have worked wonders!!! The problem was that the sump cracked and they lost oil on stage. This in turn damaged the engine and they were towed on liaison back to biv. On close inspection it was found that the crankshaft bearing had been damaged. A couple of the lads visited a warehouse at 04.00am this morning with some locals and found a bearing of similar proportions. This fitted, the engine has been fired up and they are off to stage. The solution is not ideal so we must follow them closely today and wish them the very best of luck!
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Name:		 claire dan will (robclaire@thepughs101.fslife.co.uk)
Date: 11/01/2007 07:56:48
Subject: well done lads!!!!
  hi everyone!! just spoken to rob, the lads!! god bless them have managed to get car going. good luck today everyone, we are all wishing you well!!!! luv claire dan will
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Name:		 Juultje (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 10/01/2007 21:41:06
Subject: Ian
  By the looks of it Ian and Rob have arrived at the bivouac. I have no other news. I think they may be out of signal. Either that, or working their socks of. Hope all is ok. Keep it up guys, you are doing well! Juultje
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Name:		 Juultje and John's dad (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 10/01/2007 20:11:49
Subject: message for John
  Hi John, I'm at home with your dad here too. We are both hoping you are fine and helping your guys to win. Hurry back! Juultje and John's dad.
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151


Name:		 claire dan will (robclaire@thepughs101.fslife.co.uk)
Date: 10/01/2007 19:40:04
Subject: well done lads!!!!
  hi rob and ian well done!! we are all really proud of you all!! hope you can get car sorted. boys been watching euro sport in morning before going to school then they are sraight on internet when they get home to see how you are getting on. luv claire dan will x
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150


Name:		 nikki shilton (n.p.madhouse@ntlworld.com)
Date: 10/01/2007 19:33:42
Subject: hello daddy
  (paul mansfield T5 truck) to daddy we love you lots and we hope your having a great time. we are going to watch you on the internet at school. my teacher says i can show the rest of my class. we cant wait to see you back at home lots of love from ryan and harry
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Name:		 timi, mama and the boys (timearochelle@hotmail.com)
Date: 10/01/2007 19:30:53
Subject: day5
  ian and rob are having problems with the engine. waiting for news.
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Name:		 Dean Ratcliffe (qedrat@yahoo.co.uk)
Date: 10/01/2007 17:23:31
Subject: todays stage
  Great driving Ian and Rob. Well done. BR Dean
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 10/01/2007 17:10:04
Subject: Serice Trucks
  Just spoke to John. He is still driving. They finished servicing the cars and trucks at 10:40 this morning, and are now still on their way to the bivouac. He said "true Dakar style, everything is running late". Juultje
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 10/01/2007 16:49:23
Subject: on their ways
  Le Plat on way to bivouac. Ian and Rob still at the finish. A good snooze? Ivar and Nick nearly done. Both trucks through CP3. All seems well. The Dutch who decided not to have a bowler this year are out. I feel bad for them and Richard. Let's hope the rest make it to Dakar! Juultje
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 10/01/2007 16:32:52
Subject: new pictures
  http://www.maindruphoto.com/index.php?cPath=1024 Follow this link to see more pictures of Ian and Rob, or any of the other competitors. This includes the trucks too! There are some pretty spectacular ones. This gives a good idea of the kind of terrain they are driving through. There are about 37 pictures of Ian and Rob on this site, and similar amounts for all other competitors. Juultje
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 10/01/2007 16:25:10
Subject: bits and bobs
  Ian and LePlat both over the finish line. Ian and Rob seem to be having a small well deserved break, as his car hasn't moved. At such a logical place to have a break, I hope they are having a good one! The two Tollefsons are definitely together, having past CP3 only seconds of each other. Maybe after last night Ivar is quite keen to keep Nick a bit closer. Nick must be so tired, as he was still stuck in the sand when I checked late last night! Hats of to him! Doing well there! The two trucks are making good progress. The 585 is quite a bit ahead of the 565 now, having past CP3 at 15:57. John told me yesterday he wasn't expecting to have any telephone signal from today. So if anyone doesn't hear from their loved ones, that is probably why; don't worry. I have not tested it myself yet and things might have changed since last year so don't let me stop you from trying. They are bound to leave area with signal over the next couple of days though! Last comment... I just hope they have had some time to look at where they were today, as they were going through some of the most spectacular mountains on the planet... So I have been told. Juultje
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 10/01/2007 16:13:00
Subject: Richard
  Richard and Kane are indeed listed under withdrawals. Shame for them. It is far too early to be out really. The list of withdrawals is massive. They are lucky at least to have made it to the bivouac. From there they have more options for what to do next. They will not be stuck like you may have seen in Charlie Boorman's Race to Dakar. Well done Ian!!! Juultje
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Name:		 Rosemary and Harold Pugh.(Robs mum and dad) (haroldpugh@hotmail.co.uk)
Date: 10/01/2007 16:06:18
Subject: stage 5
  Just looked at the dakar we site,Rob and Ian came in 74th,today,61st overall.they have nearly as far to go again, to get to the camp tonight.
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Name:		 timi, mama and the boys (timearochelle@hotmail.com)
Date: 10/01/2007 15:40:33
Subject: day 5
  everybody is moving nicely. father and son seem to be going at the same pace. the trucks are steady as well. hope they won't have any probs and will be able to get some much needed sleep.--specially service crew. ------still a long way to go till they reach camp. car 478 richard seems to have unfortunately finished his adventure( he is listed under withdrawals).
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Name:		 Andy (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 10/01/2007 15:36:07
Subject: CAR 460
  Ian shown as finished selective!
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 10/01/2007 15:25:57
Subject: iri track update
  Thanks Andy for the iri track updates. Contraty to belief I do have a full time job, so that's great. Ta! At the moment Ian and Rob are not far from the finish. They seem to be together with LePlat. Both Nick and Ivar Tollefson, both Norwegian cars, seem to be together on iri track. (The scale of the map is such that even though they seem together they may not have a clue about each other's whereabouts!). Richard car appears on iri track as being at the bivouac, last night's bivouac unfortunately. However, lots of people did not make it last night, yet there are not that many withdrawals. The Trucks, YAHOOOOOO!!!! They are both on stage, both very close together, with the 585, the 6x6 with Chris Hammond on it, slightly in front! It is conforting to think that John Walker in the 565 might be behind them to support them if anything happens. Other than that no news on our guys. There are still people stuck in the sand at yesterday's CP2, including some Dutch drivers I have met. Shame because they did so well last year when they were driving a bowler. I'm still hoping, with the rest of the Netherlands, that they will get through some how. Even though they have missed their official starting time they are still hoping. I'm hoping the same for Richard. There is no harm in hope is there.... Juultje
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Name:		 ANDY (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 10/01/2007 15:23:32
Subject: Latest
  John kettle calling pan i think!!Both Tollefsen cars on the move again both went thru CP3 together.Nicolas Gibon highest placed Bowler at end of selective.
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Name:		 John FIsh (johnfish@treewood.co.uk)
Date: 10/01/2007 15:06:04
Subject: the latest!
  I have just spoken to Andy (thats andy with a funny surname) it would appear that Ivar had slowed right down or even stopped! Ian and Rob have passed him, anybody got any more news? nothing against our Norwegian friends but go on Ian give it some "stick" (but not to much) John
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Name:		 ANDY (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 10/01/2007 14:13:54
Subject: STAGE 5
  Hi Timi,contrary to most peoples beliefs i have been away from the screen today.Ian is thru CP3 and seems to have passed Ivar, Nick Tollefsen is shown as being at same point.Nicolas Gibon flying, Alain Leplat a little bit behind Ian
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Name:		 timi, mama and the boys (timearochelle@hotmail.com)
Date: 10/01/2007 13:45:35
Subject: day 5
  hi everyone.....any news on boys? richard still in bivouac..... ivar?? ian and nick seem to be doing good. trucks seem to be together as well. is it just by chance?----haven't had time to keep an eye on tracking this morning
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Name:		 Andy (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 10/01/2007 10:58:00
Subject: Stage 5
  Morning all.Tracking shows cars 353,460,454,399 on or about to start selective, car 478 Richard on liason or he could be still at Ouarzazate and the two trucks on liason.
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Name:		 Rosemary and Harold Pugh.(Robs mum and dad) (haroldpugh@hotmail.co.uk)
Date: 10/01/2007 10:51:09
Subject: next stage
  I phoned Rob this morning(I talked fast!!!)At 8am, they were on their way to the start of the next stage. The windscreen had been fixed, and new steering put on . Rob said it was'nt someone throwing a stone that broke the windscreen, but a car overtook and flicked the stones at it. They had a mention on Eurosport again last night,the self funding ones are called "privateers". Rob and Ian were mentioned twice!!(proud mum and aunty!!!!)
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Name:		 Amanda Garratley (amanda.garratley@uk.bosch.com)
Date: 10/01/2007 08:18:56
Subject: Update
  Chris just called - Truck 585 missed CP2 and headed straight for Biv. They arrived at 2.00am and the mechanics are still working on the truck to get it fixed. They have a start time so by default we think they are still in. Nick has just arrived at Biv and they have 10 mins to turn around and head for the start. Richard is still stuck and may be out of time. The other T4 who stopped to help is now heading for Biv.
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 10/01/2007 08:00:07
Subject: early morning iri track
  They all seem to be out of the stage, on the road to or from the bivouac. Ian and Ivar are obviously on their way to the next stage, Nick shows to be at the bivouac, while the 565 truck and Richard show to be on that road, but I do not know if they are coming or going. If Richards car is ok, he may be better of staying where he is for the start of the next stage! Who know what is to happen next. Not much sleep for the guys last night, that's for sure. Juultje
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Name:		 dean (qedrat@yahoo.co.uk)
Date: 10/01/2007 06:46:18
Subject: catch up
  Got into work early so I could catch up on how everyone was doing. Seems yesterday was traumatic but glad that people made it ok. Good luck on todays stage and be safe cheers Dean
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Name:		 Andy (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 09/01/2007 23:22:49
Subject: 585
  I did think that to be the case with 585 as it was taking a different bearing.It makes sense if they can take penalties and continue on with their role.The stage today has effected some retirements and the coming days will take their toll.Nick Tidboald would like to pass on his best wishes to Ian and Rob plus all the mechanics.Anyway the wind is howling the rain is lashing down and the dog needs a pee.Night all sleep well for tomorrow is another long day!!!!!!
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 09/01/2007 22:54:45
Subject: Description stage 5
  For those who are going to make it to tomorrows stage (think possitive, all of them could still make it!) This is the description of their route. -------------"STAGE 5 - 10/01/2007 Ouarzazate > Tan Tan Connection: 164 km | Special: 325 km | Connection: 289 km Total: 768 km The wheels in the Atlas Mountains Dakar regulars will have rallied from Ouarzazate to Tan Tan on three occasions in recent. Yet despite this, they’ll never have taken the 2007 route on a long-distance trek before. On this special, the drivers are going to be getting a taste of the Atlas Mountains, a feast for the eyes that means the trucks will have to take a slightly different route, a few kilometres shorter. On average, the scenery is dramatic, lunar: for the connoisseurs, a mixture of the Ventoux and the Izoard...."---------------- PS I'm obviously not a connoisseur, because I haven't a clue what this bit means!!!
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 09/01/2007 22:53:50
Subject: Description stage 5
  For those who are going to make it to tomorrows stage (think possitive, all of them could still make it!) This is the description of their route. -------------"STAGE 5 - 10/01/2007 Ouarzazate > Tan Tan Connection: 164 km | Special: 325 km | Connection: 289 km Total: 768 km The wheels in the Atlas Mountains Dakar regulars will have rallied from Ouarzazate to Tan Tan on three occasions in recent. Yet despite this, they’ll never have taken the 2007 route on a long-distance trek before. On this special, the drivers are going to be getting a taste of the Atlas Mountains, a feast for the eyes that means the trucks will have to take a slightly different route, a few kilometres shorter. On average, the scenery is dramatic, lunar: for the connoisseurs, a mixture of the Ventoux and the Izoard...."---------------- PS I'm obviously not a connoisseur, because I haven't a clue what this bit means!!!
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Name:		 Amanda Garratley (a.garratley@btinternet.com)
Date: 09/01/2007 22:50:07
Subject: Latest
  Hi there Just to confirm Juultje's posting Truck 585 is now heading from CP1 directly to Bivuoauc (can't think of correct spelling in this panic!!!). The truck is quite sick but still mobile. They know that there are problems around CP2 but have been told to get to Biv to get fixed. Their info is that this should incur penalties and not exclusion. More info will be available in the morning
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Name:		 claire dan will (robclaire@thepughs101.fslife.co.uk)
Date: 09/01/2007 22:47:53
Subject: what a day!!!!!!
  Hi every one, i spoke to rob they were at bivwak sounded like they had hell of a day today! but both of them are fine. everyone seems to be having a hurendous day to day,we just keep hoping they will all finish the stage!! any more info on chris also rob mum and karl and the dogs send there love and wish you lots of luck! and keep safe!
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Name:		 Juultje (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 09/01/2007 22:38:47
Subject: Ian
  Hi Pat and Sarah, I'm sure Ian's car will be absolutely fine by tomorrow morning, and pretty sure he should be in bed by now, if not very soon, to prepare for tomorrow's stage. Glad to hear you find John's site and forum useful! Juultje
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 09/01/2007 22:34:27
Subject: update re Chris' truck
  Amanda has just phoned Chris. On iritrack they seem to have gone off the track completely. Looking at the proper map of the area CP1 is at the end of a road. This road leads to the bivouac, although it is not the road they are meant to take. They are seemingly on this road. They are hoping on penalty points, but still being allowed to drive after their truck gets fixed tonight. I have spoken to John, but only for a few seconds. With cars and trucks potentially not making it, day 4 is not turning out too good. Let's hope or pray and keep our fingers crossed for all of them. Juultje
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Name:		 Pat and Sarah (pat.rochelle@zen.co.uk)
Date: 09/01/2007 22:25:11
Subject: well done
  Well done boys for getting back despite all the problems. I hope the team will get you fixed up by tomorrow. I know they will all do thier very best. We have found a few web sites with information of your progress, the best is this forum, Thank you everyone for keeping us informed. Good luck for tomorrow, Pat and sarah
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Name:		 Lottie Hobbs (wally200_5@hotmail.co.uk)
Date: 09/01/2007 22:24:34
Subject: Trucks
  It looks like 585 has quit the stage and is taking a shorter route to Quarzazate... that's what it looks like on iritrack. Any news on 565 and the cars??
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Name:		 ANDY (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 09/01/2007 22:01:04
Subject: 585
  Amanda any more info on Chris?
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 09/01/2007 20:32:27
Subject: Richard still in the sand
  Amanda and everyone else, my appologies. You are right. I do not know why I thought Richard was on his way to bivouac! Thanks for the correction. They are both around CP2, as are many other cars I believe. Must be carnage out there. Even more admiration for those who did get through! Well done. Let's hope John Walker and his crew get them out. They are at CP2 as well. Chris indeed showing at CP 1. Going on slow but steady. Sand dunes still to come.
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Name:		 ANDY (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 09/01/2007 20:16:24
Subject: LATEST 585
  They've done well getting where they are!Plenty of cars still on stage plus trucks and a smattering of bikes. Am i right in thinking Johnny Walker with Nick/Alex and Richard/Kane? 15 Wildcats down as thru selective.
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Name:		 Amanda Garratley (a.garratley@btinternet.com)
Date: 09/01/2007 19:58:57
Subject: Latest 585
  They have just reached CP1 (230km from start of stage). They now face sand dunes in which Car's 399 and 478 are stuck. 399 and 478 are yet to reach CP2 (309kms from start of stage). According to Dakar site dunes are between km 292 and 320kms. I await more information
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Name:		 Lottie Hobbs (wally200_5@hotmail.co.uk)
Date: 09/01/2007 19:01:19
Subject: Thank You
  Just want to say a big thank you for updating this forum as i rely on this very much while i am busy at work! It really does help alot to keep track of everyone!
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 09/01/2007 18:53:16
Subject: update
  I phoned John earlier on, when I knew they had arrived at the bivouac. He had sent me a few texts before: "At bivouac with the defender. Mention Jody on the forum. Jody is a mechanic doing a grand job and contributing to banter. His mum will be thinking of him. I'm growing a beard. Good team in my truck. Again, we broke no rules!" The T4 with Chris seems to be about half way the stage now. Keep it up guys! Nick Tollefson seems to be at CP2. His dad, Ivar is at the bivouac. Ian, LePlat and Richard are on their way. John is well aware of Ian's problems, and so will the other mechanics be. It will be fixed with no problems. Well done to Ian and Rob for getting through. They made it exciting there for a while, but being stuck on iri track for a while just before I left work, so i am just glad to see them through! Standings at the moment: Ian and Rob, 80 on stage, 66 overall. Ivan and Quin, 42 on stage, 33 overall. Alain LePlat and Pascal Ferrand, 76 on stage, 73 overall. Richard and Kane's numbers are not in yet. The other T4 has a head start, but does not seem to be going that much faster to be honest! I hope everyone is all right, also at this end of the world. It is an exciting time for us 'rallyWAGs' and other family and friends. Juultje
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Name:		 timi, mama and the boys (timearochelle@hotmail.com)
Date: 09/01/2007 17:55:13
Subject: day 4
  i can see you people were busy tracking them all day. ---unfortunately i had to do boring stuff groc shopping and housework. ian called after finishing today's stage. he said the car's stearing is gone and they have shattered windscreen. they got stuck in the dunes a couple times when they stopped to help others. hopefully nothing serious the service crew can't fix.......keep up the good work mr hammond and crew!!!!!!!!!!
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Name:		 Rosemary and Harold Pugh.(Robs mum and dad) (haroldpugh@hotmail.co.uk)
Date: 09/01/2007 17:51:11
Subject: broken windscreen!!
  Claire said, Rob had been in touch,they didnt have a very good day. Someone threw a stone at their windscreen,and broke it! they also have damaged steering. At 5pm they still had 100 km to go, to bivouac. So a late night, and repairs ahead. Hope its a better day tomorrow boys!
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Name:		 ANDY (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 09/01/2007 17:04:14
Subject: CAR 460
  Ian and Rob showing as completing selective,finishing provisionally 77th on stage 66th o/all.
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Name:		 Chris and Andrea (dayus@dayus.org.uk)
Date: 09/01/2007 16:44:42
Subject: Truck 585
  Hi Amanda, I hope they get in tonight, apparently Eurosport might want a word with them this week!!
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Name:		 Andy (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 09/01/2007 16:36:33
Subject: Truck 585
  Thanks Amanda,they keep being shown as moving so must be cringing at every jolt and bump as make their way!!!Good Luck!!
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Name:		 Amanda Garratley (amanda.garratley@uk.bosch.com)
Date: 09/01/2007 16:29:58
Subject: 585 progress
  At approx 11 kms into stage the truck was handling very unusually. On inspection it was found that the front shock/s? and their mounts had sheared. Chris called at approx 13.30hrs to break the bad news that they were 99.8% sure their rally was over. I have not heard from him since but Juultje has just spoken to John and their intention is to limp the stage /liaison and John is waiting in Biv ready to get them fixed. The iritrack confirms that they are now moving slowly. The very best of luck guys!!!!
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Name:		 thieu (thieu.cis.holla@12move.nl)
Date: 09/01/2007 15:43:53
Subject: sad
  Sad news on the official dakar website Motorist Elmer Symons no 107 died this morning. hope you all drive safely!
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 09/01/2007 15:03:40
Subject: still going indeed
  Chris H is still going indeed, after what seems to have been a short stop. Driving in the dark is better than not driving at all! The cars seem to be doing fine. Wondering what happened to Nick and Alec, they are falling behind a bit, although still going. The trucks must be in all their ways by now. Juultje
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Name:		 ANDY (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 09/01/2007 14:50:34
Subject: STAGE 4
  Iritrack showing Ivar and Ian coming up to CP 2 with the front running trucks bearing down on them shortly Chagin and Stacey running together almost.Chris H still going but a this rate they are going to driving under darkness.
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Name:		 ANDY (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 09/01/2007 14:38:51
Subject: Iritrack
  Hi Juultje,it seem to be although blood pressure starts going up when timings are not as live as you want them.The guys seem to having decent day so far car wise at least.Johnny Walker in the T4 seems to be maitaining a steady speed with the 6x6 not doing a great deal,will keep an eye on that.
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 09/01/2007 14:08:26
Subject: It does work?
  Hi Andy. So it does work? Juultje
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Name:		 ANDY (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 09/01/2007 13:55:26
Subject: CP 1
  Ivar 41st thru CP1 Ian 55th Alain Leplat 81st
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Name:		 ANDY (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 09/01/2007 13:47:42
Subject: Nick Car 399
  Just flicking between forum and tracking Nick just moved as i did!
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 09/01/2007 13:39:37
Subject: iri track update
  Just come out of some meetings at work. I have realised that people without iri track can only get yesterday's posis. Todays route goes from Er Rachidia to Ouarzazate, a total of 679 kilometers. From this, the liason to get to the start was 96 kilometers. All cars and trucks are past this, and have started the stage, which is 405 kilometers in total. on iritrack I can see some points giving me an indication how far they have gotten in kilometers. These are just guesses: Ivar and Quin: well past 274 km, Ian and Rob, very near the 274 Km mark, LePlat near the 213 Km mark, Richard and Kane about 185 Km into the stage, and Nick and Alec nearing the 158 Km mark. As for the trucks, 565 with John Walker is around the 92 Km mark, while 585 with Chris Hammond seems to have fallen behind a bit and has only completed about 25 km so far of the stage. This is all making it a bit too exciting!!! Amanda, I'll keep you posted as much as I can. the rest of the Dakar website seems to be stuck on yesterday's stage! They all still have a long way to go. Even after finishing this stage they have another 178 km to get to the bivouac. Juultje
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Name:		 ANDY (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 09/01/2007 13:33:39
Subject: CAR 399
  Nick car 399 is being shown at 158km marker for a while now truck 565 John Walker shown at 92km.?????
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Name:		 Dean Ratcliffe (qedrat@yahoo.co.uk)
Date: 09/01/2007 12:35:59
Subject: Eurosport
  Hi All, Seeing Eurosport last nght certainly hightlighted to me what the going was like on the stage. I see it as a great medium for us to get an in sight to what is being endured by car and the people in them. However, I could do agree with the comment that the race is about ALL those competing, not just the top few and maybe Eurosport could respect that a little better. Even so its still good that mentions were made. Great to see everyone getting through the stages and also to see that the vehicles are on the start line again the following day so well done to the support teams. cheers for now Dean Dean
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Name:		 thieu (thieu.cis.holla@12move.nl)
Date: 09/01/2007 12:23:03
Subject: and again
  Great pictures Juultje. I also looked at last years Dutch favourites who have lots of troubles (bowler is the better car!) Anyhow exiting again this year! Last night on Dutch television a big intervieuw with them. You probably can see it on their website or at rtlgp.nl/dakar And now: terug aan het werk KNUF
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 09/01/2007 11:11:59
Subject: update on iri track
  Iri track shows all the cars on their way. Ivar in front, then Ian, then Nick, then LePlat and then Richard. Pretty much the same order as yesterday. Ian and Nick not driving close together though. Richard will have to worry about the trucks again. Both T4 trucks have not started the stage yet. They seem to be further apart than yesterday as well, with 565 (John Walker) in front. Chris' truck on the way to the start of the stage. Juultje
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 09/01/2007 10:59:22
Subject: PHOTOS
  YEEEEEES, I found it. I knew there was a site with pictures of each competitor! Simply copy and paste the link below into your internet address line, type in the competitor's name or number, and find pictures of where they have been so far!!! Great to see, believe me. It took me a while to find, so enjoy!!! http://www.maindruphoto.com/index.php?cPath=1024
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Name:		 ANDY (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 09/01/2007 10:40:01
Subject: Eurosport online
  Gillian there is coverage of the Dakar at Eurosport website with a selection of videos cars bike trucks.I dont know if that would be any use to you in showing at school???
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Name:		 Lottie Hobbs (wally200_5@hotmail.co.uk)
Date: 09/01/2007 10:31:48
Subject: Day 4
  Good Luck to T4 truck race number 565. Especially Chris Hunt! Keep up the good work, you're all doing really really well. Your dad and I are very proud! Take care, Good Luck and have fun! xx
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Name:		 claire dan will (robclaire@thepughs101.fslife.co.uk)
Date: 09/01/2007 09:38:59
Subject: good luck rob ian
  morning every one i spoke to rob late last night, he said that driving through stage was like driving through the grand canyon,he was told it was going to get quite cold last night about -8. dan and will got to tell every one at school what they had been up to and seen at start of race in assembly, also school following progress on internet, every one wishing you all well and cheering you on!!!! claire X
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 09/01/2007 09:21:42
Subject: John's text
  This is a text I received from John at 17 minutes past 2 AM: All cars in good shape. Ian Rochelle very happy and well now, and delighted by all the support. He's cheered to think folk see his little car on live tracking. Iain and Paul from the T5 are working to repair T4 6x6. Everyone has had a hell of a long trip here and have made many mistakes and broken rules, leading to penalties. I was here first by hours and hours and made no mistake. Iain and Paul are amazed by the scenes over here. Not believing folk had climbed onto the truck when I said they had as we were driving until I stopped and they got out and looked! Negative temperatures and snow in the Atlas mountains I crossed through last night. I'm off to bed now to keep sleep reserves for 15 hour minefield/rock/dune/sand drive to come. Will not be able to put pictures on the site until I get home. John
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Name:		 Amanda Garratley (amanda.garratley@uk.bosch.com)
Date: 09/01/2007 08:41:34
Subject: Day 4 begins
  Chris just called - Today they woke up to frost on their tents! He says it's very beautiful as the Atlas mountains are in the background - They are now about to leave on liaison.
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Name:		 JamesPuhgh ( xscvedf@v.com)
Date: 09/01/2007 01:06:38
Subject: Good Luck
  Hey Rpb and Ian. Just got back from the pub. Had that drink on your behalf.......and at least seven oythers aswell all for good measure. Good ;luck tomorrow....or today. Jameds
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Name:		 Juultje (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 09/01/2007 00:27:39
Subject: Dakar
  Hi Gillian, unfortunately I do not have Eurosport either. I have a few bits and pieces though. I'm glad people at school see the forum. John can read what you write here, although he will only be able to do this if he gets time, and there is not much of that. Anything I hear from him will be on the forum. Maybe you could send me an email about restaurants... Juultje
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Name:		 Gillian Creedican (ozzygill52@hotmail.com)
Date: 08/01/2007 23:51:49
Subject: Hi
  Hey Juultje, just thought id write a wee note to see how john is going. If he calls tell him i said hi! :) I'm finding very interesting to read the forum, not that i know who anyone is but ive heard john mention a few of the names. I don't have eurosport and have been asking around but suposedly you cant tape it? Is this true? Which is a shame because i'd prob take a tape in to school, to show the kids! Anyway its all very exciting im very jealous. Did you enjoy seeing them off? Was there lots of atmosphere there? Will see you soon after all this to sample that french resteraunt. Love Gillian x
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 08/01/2007 22:58:15
Subject: Good Luck
  GOOD LUCK GUYS!!!! Juultje
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 08/01/2007 22:56:50
Subject: stage 4 description
  STAGE 4 - 09/01/2007 Er Rachidia > Ouarzazate Connection: 96 km | Special: 405 km | Connection: 178 km Total: 679 km Dunes all round the horizon A first lesson in endurance. The second Moroccan special is a long one, and above all very varied – just like the whole of the Dakar 2007. For the novices, this is where the full-scale apprenticeship starts as they discover the dunes and experience their first thrills. This is also the moment to confronter the multiple traps in Africa. The priority of the moment: don’t get carried away. A “private” bivouac will be set up for motorcycle racers approximately 100 kilometres from Ouarzazate. Assistance vehicles will not be allowed to enter the working park, as this will be an area where only competitors can work on their motorcycles.
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 08/01/2007 22:53:35
Subject: great to see forum work!
  Hello everyone. It is so good to get all these messages on the forum! This is just what it was meant for! I'm certain all messages will be much appreciated. Well done for Ian and Rob plus the T4's to make it to Eurosport. These are the only 2 1/2 weeks in the year that I wish we had more channels on our tv! I haven't seen anything yet! I'll copy the description of the next stage in the next commentary box. Juultje
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Name:		 ANDY (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 08/01/2007 22:29:02
Subject: STAGE 3
  Ian and Rob getting a mention on Eurosport and why not!!The 2 T4 trucks also mentioned.A good days result today should give all a boost for tomorrows 1st big stage.Keep up the good work all of you.Will be following again tomorrow
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Name:		 Michele, John %26 Dan Petrie (@MP030668@aol.com)
Date: 08/01/2007 20:53:39
Subject: We're impressed!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  Hi Chris H - looks like you're finding your way around in your first attempt! You're missing all the rain here be thankful.... Dan is tracking you daily just to make sure you know your left from your right and I think you've become a legend in your own right within his school class! ;) Keep er lit and get er down with not too much sand in the Hairy Beaver!!! xx
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Name:		 RICHARD %26 KARINA (richard@garage24.freeserve.co.uk)
Date: 08/01/2007 20:52:01
Subject: Keep it up
  Well done all involved in getting this far. Lots of support back home and a couple of mentions on Eurosport - just wish they'd realise there's 180 odd cars in the rally and not 5!!! All the best for tomorrow's stage.
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Name:		 claire dan will (robclaire@thepughs101.fslife.co.uk)
Date: 08/01/2007 19:51:07
Subject: back home
  hi rob ian and all the team, well done another brilliant day we are all really proud of you!!!!!!!!! We just wanted say that we had a brilliant time out there with you all and that we got to meet some realy nice people!! we manged to see part's of the first 2 stages which were truley amazing and on the seconed stage we sore rob and ian flighing round a very sharp right hand bend, gravel going every where, on a side of a mountain!!!!!! with the crouds shouting and cheering!! rob just phoned tonight to say they were both fine and had, had an another amazing day!
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 08/01/2007 18:17:37
Subject: news
  Richard has finished the stage. 156th on the stage, 116 overall. Well done Richard and Kane! very steady! Keep up the good work. John has just texted that Ivar is in for service, so he has made it. Ian looks like he is almost there. The trucks are still on the way, but nearing the end of the stage. They will have to drive the last 200 - 250 km in the dark. Well done to all!
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Name:		 Juultje (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 08/01/2007 17:15:34
Subject: LePlat in too
  Le Plat is in too. 104th in this stage, 94th overall. Well done. Richard is still keeping the tension going. I thought he had stopped for a while, but he is still going strong heading for the finish line. Hi James, you are near us (or me until John is back) if you are in Montrose! Juultje
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Name:		 Chris, Andrea, James %26 Jack (dayus@dayus.org.uk@)
Date: 08/01/2007 16:51:19
Subject: Well done!!
  Fantastic, well done!!
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Name:		 James Pugh (Somewhere@thenorthsea.com)
Date: 08/01/2007 16:44:55
Subject: Good Result
  Hey Guys. Great result today, sounds like its been tough. I've just docked into a place called Montrose so I'll have a drink on your behalf tonight. Good luck for tomorrow. James.
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Name:		 Dean Ratcliffe (qedrat@yahoo.co.uk)
Date: 08/01/2007 16:23:24
Subject: Great Going Ian and Rob
  Well done Ian and Rob. Thats another stage under your belt and a great position climb overall. Best of luck to everyone for tommorows stage. BR Dean
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Name:		 Juultje Golde (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 08/01/2007 16:18:03
Subject: confused me
  Getting all confused there. For a moment I thought the posis at ASS told you their rankings, but no. This is just to confuse blond people like me! You are right, Rob and Ian came 53rd in the stage, and are now 61st overall. Ivar, 40th on the stage, 32nd overall, Nick, 83rd on the stage, 61 overall. Hoping LePlat and Richard will be in soon too. Juultje
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Name:		 Rosemary and Harold Pugh.(Robs mum and dad) (haroldpugh@hotmail.co.uk)
Date: 08/01/2007 16:16:44
Subject: from will ,robs son
  well done Ian and Dad ,60th overall!!! we tracked you at school to day ,love william
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Name:		 Andy (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 08/01/2007 16:16:16
Subject: STAGE 3
  Fish i didnt know you could work this techno stuff or did Jake do it?The 2 T4 trucks went thru CP1 4 mins apart.It looks like Alain Leplat and Richard Hayward just nearing end of seletive.
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Name:		 Rosemary and Harold Pugh.(Robs mum and dad) (haroldpugh@hotmail.co.uk)
Date: 08/01/2007 16:04:36
Subject: well done!
  Just looked on the Dakar web site ,Rob and Ian came in 52nd today, 60th overall. Keep it up boys.
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Name:		 timi, mama and the boys (timearochelle@hotmail.com)
Date: 08/01/2007 15:55:51
Subject: day 3
  ian called. they are 2 km away from finish. everything is ok.
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 08/01/2007 15:55:13
Subject: update from John
  John arrived in Er Rachidia at 9am this morning. (Not 4 or 5 as he expected) They have been sleeping and will now be preparing for the boys to finish and come in. Ivar is on his way in good time, and I keep on refreshing iri track waiting for Ian, Rob & Nick, Alec to pass. They should be through any minute now, but who knows when it will show on iri track. Timi, you are definitely not the only one struggling! And Hello to John Fish, long time no see. John says hi back! And eh.... how about next year??? ;-) Juultje
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Name:		 timi, the boys and mama (timearochelle@hotmail.com)
Date: 08/01/2007 15:37:50
Subject: day 3
  hi i feel a little reassured that everyone having the same problems with iritrack----i thougth it was just me being me. ----not a great fan of the tracking system this year. i think we were spoiled last year. find it a full time job to keep bringing up the pages( doesn't update) and reseting everything. find it hard not being able to work out miles and times. just watching the coloured cars and trying to remember where they were before. anyway. they seem to be doing great---the important part. should be finishing stage soon.
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Name:		 John FIsh (johnfish@treewood.co.uk)
Date: 08/01/2007 15:24:35
Subject: Dakar rally
  Hello everybody. I have the utmost admiration for everyone involved having spent 10 days doing the optic with Ian, Rob,John and Chris last year.I was totally unaware of the places sand can get! The Optic was only a taste of what the "boys" are into at the moment. I wish them all the best, John/Jake Fish
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Name:		 Juultje (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 08/01/2007 15:19:23
Subject: iri-track
  Right you are Andy. They do not stop for bikes and cars! Luckely The Tollefsons, and Ian an Rob look like they might be in before the trucks come into play! The CP1 times are finally there. Ian and Rob are staying very close to Nick Tollefson, in inself a reassuring thought as this means they are not alone if anything does happen. So far so good! By the way, 'the day's route' under 'live' on the Dakar site gives a better idea of the surface they have to work their way through. It looks like last year's iritrack, but you cant get the cars on it. Other iri track addicts, to you have to start from scratch too everytime you want an update? It does not seem to update itself this year? Juultje
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Name:		 ANDY (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 08/01/2007 14:41:36
Subject: STAGE 3
  Both trucks seem to be running close to each other,and at the top end of trucks Chagin not far behind Richard and Kane.Hope they are looking out for these boys cause it it won't be like the M4 when they trundle past!!!
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 08/01/2007 14:31:55
Subject: CP1
  As Andy said in reply to my message, it seems as if all Bowler Spirit cars have past CP1. However, none of the cars times are available yet, not even the major players, see dakar site under 'live' then 'posis'. Ian and Rob doing fine by the looks of it. No news is good news. Juultje
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Name:		 Dean (qedrat@yahoo.co.uk)
Date: 08/01/2007 13:55:47
Subject: Eurosport coverage of Dakar - TV schdule
  Hi All, Sorry if you know this already but Eurosport have coverage of the Dakar. TV Schedule can be seen using following link (tonight its on at 21:55 GMT and 00:44 GMT). http://www.eurosport.com/tvschedule_clng0.shtml BR Dean
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 08/01/2007 13:43:15
Subject: CP1
  Andy, are you having the same problem with CP1 not showing any times on iritrack? I can see Tollefson has past it, but no time yet. Juultje
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 08/01/2007 13:37:51
Subject: CP1
  On the next iritrack update we will be able to see Tollefson and son cross CP1, Ian and Rob seem to be doing well, so maybe they will be past it as well. The others are near enough too. I have managed to fool my computer to enable me to write messages on the forum and see iritrack at the same time using Internet Explorer for iritrack, and Mozilla Firefox for the forum and other Dakar sites. Very handy just in case anyone else is having the same difficulties with iritrack slowing down everything. Juultje
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Name:		 Andy (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 08/01/2007 13:19:16
Subject: STAGE 3
  If iritrack right Ian seems to be going well.Both Team Norway cars also.I prefer last years iritrack to this years.Will check on others in a mo.Hi Amanda
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Name:		 thieu (thieu.cis.holla@12move.nl)
Date: 08/01/2007 12:07:21
Subject: iritrack
  The real game has started, and so is the addiction to iri(tating)track. Not very clear this year but we will manage.... Wel werken Juultje!
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (Goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 08/01/2007 11:02:27
Subject: the big start
  Tollefson seems to be at the start of the stage on iri track. Ian is a bit behind, but is nearing the start. The trucks still seem to be near Nadar. For some reason my computer is not letting me see iri track and write on the forum at the same time so this is going to be fun, swapping between the two all the time while at work! Well done guys for getting this far in the first place. The amount of work and organisation involved in getting into the rally in the first place is phenominal, but there they are! And here we are behind our little computer screens trying to get as much information as possible. Glad to see you are back safe Amanda! Juultje
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Name:		 Dean Ratcliffe (qedrat@yahoo.co.uk)
Date: 08/01/2007 09:30:25
Subject: Day 3 - Good luck
  Hi Ian & Rob, Good luck on todays drive .. I'm sure Robs "pigeon like" navigational skills will shine through on this stage. Drive safe BR Deano
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Name:		 Amanda Garratley (amanda.garratley@uk.bosch.com)
Date: 08/01/2007 09:26:30
Subject: They have landed
  Chris called - They have just had breakfast at Nador with some kind of official welcoming ceremony. All the race vehicles were parked along the harbour - must be an impressive site! They are now on the way to today's stage. Chris is not sure of the time difference as they are on rally time.
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Name:		 timi, the boys and mama (timearochelle@hotmail.com)
Date: 07/01/2007 20:50:14
Subject: day 2
  ian called they are on the ferry. had a bite to eat off to bed. they will wake at 5 to unload the car and start racing around 8 ----he said.
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 07/01/2007 20:24:48
Subject: Tomorrow's stage
  STAGE 3 - 08/01/2007 Nador > Er Rachidia Connection: 205 km | Special: 252 km | Connection: 191 km Total: 648 km Head-spinning The start of the business is very serious, particularly in terms of navigation. On the first part of the special, there are very many navigation changes. This is a real maze of tracks. But even once out of this labyrinth, no lapses of attention will be tolerated. And though the rocky trails seem ideal for speed, the many wades will soon bring the drivers back to reality. Take care!
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie` (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 07/01/2007 20:23:56
Subject: T5 news
  John Goldie, Iain and Paul have been on the go too today. John phoned after I asked him for an update, as we cannot get any T5 information without contact. They got up early to get to the ferry and crossed as soon as they knew nobody would need them this side of the water. THEY WERE THE FIRST!!!! TO REACH AFRICA. And let the adventure begin! They are currently about 56 kilometres of Tanger. They want to get to the END of stage 3, to be ready for the bowlers coming in. This is in Er Rachidia. For those who do not have a map; this is a looooong way. Driving through the night they are expecting to arrive there between 4 or 5 AM. I am going to copy a bit of the Dakar site in the next entry to let you see their description of tomorrow's stage. Juultje
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Name:		 sarah %26 chris (pat.rochelle@zen.co.uk)
Date: 07/01/2007 17:01:56
Subject: good luck boys !
  To Rob and Ian, Hope the adventure is everything you wanted and it looks like you are doing very well! Shropshire's watching YOU so keep the pedal to the metal. So much preperation , we still cant believe you are there! Its so exciting everyones talking about it , phone calls , e-mails , looking at computer for photos and trying to find you on T.V. ! We all want you to keep SAFE ,have fun love sarah and chris .NOT so much love from chris.
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Name:		 Thieu Holla (thieu.cis.holla@12move.nl)
Date: 07/01/2007 15:18:05
Subject: holland support
  And now: up to Africa!!
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 07/01/2007 13:49:39
Subject: Claire phoned
  Amanda and claire phoned to say they have seen everyone come off the stage. Ian and Rob were at a service station to service their car. Every service station they see is full of competitors servicing cars. Claire sounded great, and very enthusiastic. I must say, having been to the scruteneering and the start, the scale of the event is just spectacular. There is nothing quite like it really! Claire and the boys and I think Amanda are all flying home this afternoon. Safe travels to them, and looking forward to more stories from them on this forum! Juultje
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 07/01/2007 13:34:28
Subject: Overall Ranks
  Ivar Tollefson 58th, Nick Tollefson 66th, Alain LePlat 98th, Ian and Rob 77th, Richard Hayward 126th. The T4 trucks have not raced today, so nothing has changed there. These rankings can be found, with times etc. on the official Dakar Website, under 'live' and then 'standings' You can choose to see the cars, today's stage rankings by clicking 'stage' under cars, and the overall rankings by clicking 'overall'. There have already been many complaints about iritrack. Not to me, but on other websites. Iritrack takes a lot of space on the computer and will slow everything up a lot. Most people seem to have this problem. Also, it is far less clear than last year. Let's hope they change it back to what they had last year. Although, I am sure the map itself will become clearer as the stages in Africa get longer. Juultje
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Name:		 James Pugh (GodOnlyKnow@This Point.com)
Date: 07/01/2007 13:05:36
Subject: Hi Everyone
  Hey Rob and Ian I hope all is going well over there. Mum has been keeping me updated on your progress. I'm still floating in the middle of the North Sea doing sweet FA and getting paid for it, you and ebay are my only source of entertainment. Well done on the positionings so far, looks like you've got a real challenge to come though. Good Luck James
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 07/01/2007 12:48:32
Subject: Ian and others finished
  Ian and Rob have finished 85th on today's stage in 1 hour an 14 minutes, 15 minutes behind the number 1. They are now on the way to the ferry. As are Ivar and Quin (58th), Nick and Alex (71st), Alain LePlat 108th. Richard and Kane are still on the track.... Now it is off to Africa!!! This is where the excitement really begins. Juultje
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Name:		 Rosemary and Harold Pugh.(Robs mum and dad) (haroldpugh@hotmail.co.uk)
Date: 07/01/2007 12:48:26
Subject: day 2
  Claire just rang, Rob and Ian have finished the second stage, so day two completed.I think they came in 84th, 78th overall. I think!!!(found it on the web site,after a lot of trouble) Although Claire said ,Rob and Ian didnt know how they had done.Well done boys, keep up the good work, a long way to go yet.
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Name:		 Andy (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 07/01/2007 12:03:04
Subject: Stage 2
  Todays stage described as like a world rally car stage, so wont be as mad as yesterdays but will have to be driven with respect as drop offs are a feature on this stage.
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Name:		 timi (timearochelle@hotmail.com)
Date: 07/01/2007 11:52:31
Subject: day 2
  hi andy thanks for info.guess just have to wait for phone call after stage.
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Name:		 Andy (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 07/01/2007 11:31:29
Subject: Stage 2
  Morning.Timi looking at iritrack it is showing 1st three cars through completing stage in just over 10mins.Now if i read it right the top 10 cars set off at 3 min intervals then the next at 2 mins then 1 min then after that 30 secs, so if that is correct Ian will be on stage in or about 1 hour.A short timed stage today so traffic again going to be a problem although i think it's more gravel looking at top runners times.Will check up though.
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Name:		 timi, the boys and mama (timearochelle@hotmail.com)
Date: 07/01/2007 09:01:29
Subject: stage 2
  morning everybody well done everyone for stage 1!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! really struggling with iritrack. can't even get it on this morning.i don't know who starts when. guess just have to bear with it.
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 07/01/2007 01:17:13
Subject: pictures
  Hi, it's me AGAIN... I keep on forgetting things. Really going to bed after this. To see photos of scruteneering, go to John's home page: '2007 Dakar Rally Live' and click on number 5 to see pictures. I'm sure John will update this if he gets any chance at all, Juultje
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 07/01/2007 01:04:52
Subject: Message from John
  John's in the T5, with Iain and Paul. They have just finished and are on their way to the hotel. It is 1 AM, just like here in Britain, and they will be leaving at 6AM. Day one, and the time of not much sleep has started already! All the best guys! By the way, the support trucks can not be followed on the Dakar site or anywhere else I know of. Only through this forum and the messages we get from them here. So you'll just have to keep checking this site and make it your home page for the next couple of weeks. The cows are moo-ing in the field, and I keep on thinking there is a bowler driver just putting his foot down! Time for my bed. Juultje
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 07/01/2007 00:59:34
Subject: iri track
  For a guide on how to use iri track, please see my response to Ben's message: number 35. Thank you Andy for the information about the stage. I do not have Eurosport or any visual feedback at all, so to hear what the stage looked like is really helpful!
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Name:		 Dean Ratcliffe (qedrat@yahoo.co.uk)
Date: 07/01/2007 00:54:04
Subject: Great reading guys
  Hi All, Been out most of the day and great to see that its been a good first day. Keep it up and good luck for tomorrows run. cheers Dean
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Name:		 Andy (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 06/01/2007 23:42:46
Subject: Stage 1
  Well after watching the coverage on tv tonight,i don't think the 1st stage offered a gentle introduction for anyone.I guess traffic will have been a problem along with the course cutting up for those running with later start times.Both T4 crews got a mention off dear old Carlton and with a bit of luck the cars will not be neglected as the event unfolds. Cheers for now Andy
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Name:		 Andy (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 06/01/2007 23:42:30
Subject: Stage 1
  Well after watching the coverage on tv tonight,i don't think the 1st stage offered a gentle introduction for anyone.I guess traffic will have been a problem along with the course cutting up for those running with later start times.Both T4 crews got a mention off dear old Carlton and with a bit of luck the cars will not be neglected as the event unfolds. Cheers for now Andy
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Name:		 Pat Rochelle (pat.rochelle@zen.co.uk)
Date: 06/01/2007 22:34:16
Subject: great stuff
  Hi Ian and Rob I have been following you on the website. hope you are enjoying the trip so far . good luck. Pat
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Name:		 ben (ckgb@btopenworld.com)
Date: 06/01/2007 22:11:57
Subject: turcks and cars
  hi i wondered if eney one could please tell me how to watch daily clips and track the t5's and the cars for free thanks every one best of look in the dakar
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Name:		 juultje (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 06/01/2007 21:07:17
Subject: trucks ranking
  585 (J.M, James and Chris H.) came in 77th at 4 hours and 15min. 565 John, Mark and Chris, 79th
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Name:		 Lottie Hobbs (wally200_5@hotmail.co.uk)
Date: 06/01/2007 19:38:41
Subject: Truck update
  Both T4 trucks are finished numbers 565 and 585.
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Name:		 Juultje (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 06/01/2007 18:34:56
Subject: trucks
  Amanda, Claire and Rob's boys saw the trucks on stage doing fine about 30 minutes ago. The trucks are now stuck in traffic, but doing fine. I can already tell this forum is going to be quite addictive. John and me will update you with what we know and when we can. Please help us to update this forum by putting your own messages on. Then maybe this will be addictive for all of us (sneakily watching while we are at work...)and we can continue to support all the guys involved. Well done Ian and Rob. I'm very curious to hear your stories about this grueling stage!!! And Timi, it is great to hear from you on the site. It will mean a lot to Ian! Better go catch my next flight! Juultje
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Name:		 Juultje (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 06/01/2007 18:02:43
Subject: quick airport update
  hello all. I'm at the airport in London. These are the rankings on the dakar website off all supported by bowler spirit: 36th: Ivar/Quin Nr.353, 69th: Nick/Alex Nr.399, 78th: Ian/Rob Nr.460 (Indeed 2hrs5min), 94th: AlainLePlat Nr.454, 132rd Richard/Kane Nr.132, with both T4 trucks still on the stage. Iri track map not very clear at the moment! Well done guys! All bowlers are in! Juultje PS It is not snowing yet, but I could do with another week of Portugese sunshine. I miss everything already!
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Name:		 The Petrie's (@MP030668@aol.com)
Date: 06/01/2007 16:41:55
Subject: Best of luck.....
  Good luck to Chris Hunt who will be in the T4 Race Support Truck, no 565. Enjoy the opportunity - we're very proud of you, especially Dan!!! He was very proud to be showing his mates exactly where you were on the live tracking feed tonight!!!! Just you make sure you bring my Hairy Beaver back home!!! :)
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Name:		 timi, the boys and mama (timearochelle@hotmail.com)
Date: 06/01/2007 15:29:24
Subject: day 1
  ian just called they have finished the first stage. 2hours 5 mins. ---don't know any ranking. he said it was brutal. he will call later.
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Name:		 timi, the boys and mama (timearochelle@hotmail.com)
Date: 06/01/2007 15:29:23
Subject: day 1
  ian just called they have finished the first stage. 2hours 5 mins. ---don't know any ranking. he said it was brutal. he will call later.
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 06/01/2007 08:17:33
Subject: Off we go!!!
  John, Iain and Paul have left on the T5 support truck driven by John. They had a good and short briefing last night and are now off to meet the cars in Portomao tonight. For all the race numbers see John´s last message (was it number 24?) You can follow their progress live on iri track. Please post any questions about how this works, as I can answer them when I get home tonight. Best of luck to all the participants, and all their loved ones staying behind. Every message helps them, so keep on writing!!! Juultje
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Name:		 Dean Ratcliffe (qedrat@yahoo.co.uk)
Date: 06/01/2007 01:17:16
Subject: Saturdays start
  Hi Ian and Rob, Just a short message to wish you all the best for tomorrows start.. Enjoy that first days drive as best as you can !!!!!! Be safe guys !! from Dean Jane and Lucy P.S. Good luck to the whole Bowler spirit squad for this DAKAR !!!!!!!
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Name:		 Andy (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 05/01/2007 22:00:08
Subject: Good Luck
  Good Luck for all concerned running under the Bowler Spirit Team support. Cheers Andy
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Name:		 John Goldie (john@rallyraidassistance.com)
Date: 05/01/2007 16:41:43
Subject: Briefing
  Well here we are all set and ready to go. We're just watching the time tick by until we go to the organisation's briefings tonight at 19:30 in the Centro Cultural De Belem. Last year this was introduced by a breath-taking film showing off all the excitement that the rally provides. I hope we're in for such a treat this year. Apart from that everyone is keen to get the vehicles back and get going with the great adventure! The vehicles have been isolated in 'Parc Ferme' since scrutineering (to stop and naughty adjustments to them between the scrutineering and the first day's racing). Tomorrow we'll start the European section of the rally and want to get it, and Sunday done so we can get into Africa and on with more of a routine to the rally. No more preparation now. We're prepared! Tomorrow you can get even more involved... Want to track some top talent? ... 353: Ivar Tollefsen & Quin Evans. 399: Nick Tollefsen & Alex Cole. 454: Alain Le Platt & Co Driver. 460: Ian Rochelle & Robert Pugh. 478: Richard Hayward & Kane Athay. 565: John Walker, Mark Hawkins & Chris Hunt. 585: Jean-Marie Lacour, Chris Hammond & James Willett. Enjoy!
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Name:		 Juultje Goldie (goldiejp@hotmail.com)
Date: 05/01/2007 11:27:08
Subject: almost off.....
  Hello everyone. I am staying with all the bowler guys in Portugal. They are all rearing and ready to go. Tomorrow they finally get to drive their cars and trucks, as they will be off to Portomao on the first stage. (and I am back home to snowstorm Scotland...:-( The messages left on this forum can be read by John, who will make sure they get to the person they are meant for. Even while the race has not started yet a bit of news and encouragement from home can make all the difference. It is great to see the smiles on their faces when they get a message through the forum. So keep up the good work, and keep on leaving messages for the people you support!!!! Juultje PS Thanks mum and dad! Good to hear from you too!
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Name:		 thieu and cis holla(Juultje goldie's mum and dad) (thieu.cis.holla@12move.nl)
Date: 05/01/2007 10:57:57
Subject: wishes
  Best wishes for the coming event. We will follow you all on Dutch television and will make a nice video for you John. Lots of succes, drive safely. Give our love to Juultje now she is still in Portugal.
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Name:		 matty jones (matthewtreasure-jones@hotmail.co.uk)
Date: 04/01/2007 23:07:47
Subject: All the best to team 2007
  Dear all very sad not to be with you all this year but over joyed for all those on dakar for the first time.Wishing you all luck in the world. Go for it! keep safe and don't ever give up.Kick on for all of us at home. matt
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Name:		 John (John@rallyraidassistance.com)
Date: 04/01/2007 21:08:17
Subject: Scrutineering
  Everyone is through Scrutineering! We're all allowed to race! Organisation electrical fittings were a big problem but we're all done now.
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Name:		 Lottie Hobbs (wally200_5@hotmail.co.uk)
Date: 04/01/2007 19:56:30
Subject: Good Luck
  Best of luck to John Walker, Mark Hawkins and Chris Hunt who will be in the T4 Race Support Truck, no 565. I hope all goes well. Also, thank you for setting this site up so everyone at home can be updated! GOOD LUCK!
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Name:		 Rosemary and Harold Pugh.(Robs mum and dad) (haroldpugh@hotmail.co.uk)
Date: 04/01/2007 18:06:54
Subject: good luck
  Hi Rob and Ian, Glad to hear the scrutineering went well,one hurdle over with!!Hope you have enjoyed a couple of days to chill out, before the hard work begins. We are all thinking of you , and all the family wish you luck. Stay safe, Love from us all.
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Name:		 Rosemary and Harold Pugh.(Robs mum and dad) (haroldpugh@hotmail.co.uk)
Date: 04/01/2007 18:00:14
Subject: good luck
  Hi Rob and Ian, Glad to hear the
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Name:		 timi, mama and the boys rochelle (timearochelle@hotmail.com)
Date: 04/01/2007 15:37:23
Subject: good luck
  massive thanks for mr goldie for setting up this site, much appreciated by the ones stuck at home.really makes us feel part of their incredible adventure. hope you can all get a bit of rest before it all kicks off on saturday. bestest of luck for the whole team!!!!!! enjoy it!!!!!
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Name:		 John Goldie (john@rallyraidassistance.com)
Date: 04/01/2007 00:29:06
Subject: Scrutineering
  There we were among the first few in for scrutineering this morning. The sun was shining and there was a very calm atmosphere in the scrutineering area. In fact for most of the morning the whole place seemed quite deserted of competitors! There were plenty scrutineers though and there were soon picking faults and noting misdemeanours. The routing was a little different to last year. There was a lot more paperwork and information to collect and there was a clearly extended attention to safety. The truck scrutineering didn’t follow a routine one would expect. It certainly kept everyone on their toes and left some of us with a little bit of work to get done before we got onto the African continent. The T5 was busy all day. First with the early scrutineering, then with some transfer of parts from another T5 and then with some sorting of tyres (oh my so so many of them!) back at a garage workshop the team has been using. Oh boy Andy, you should have seen my reverse the truck into place in the dark! The whole team had an absolutely delicious meal together in the evening and then it was back to the hotel for a perfectly reasonable bedtime. So tomorrow we’ll get the rest of the Wildcats through and do a fair bit more fiddling with all the thousands of bits and bobs on the T5. Hope everyone is well back home. Don’t forget to check out the photos! Goodnight.
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Name:		 Mark Richards (msrichards@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 04/01/2007 00:28:13
Subject: Good Luck Chris, Ian, Rob and the rest of the team
  Well done for passing scruitenering, drive safely and most of all enjoy it!
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Name:		 kev carpet (kwainwrightflooring@email2me.net)
Date: 03/01/2007 19:39:38
Subject: good look rob%26Ian
  ROB GOOD LOOK,AND A SAFE RIDE FOR SAT,HOPE EVERYTHING GOES OK,WISHING YOU ALL THE BEST. BE FAST,BE SAFE,AND BE CAREFULL! FROM ALL THE LADS AT THE SHOOTROOM
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Name:		 Keith %26 Gill (gill55@uwclub.net)
Date: 03/01/2007 19:23:32
Subject: Good Luck
  Just a line to wish all the drivers, co-drivers, Bowler back-up boys and girls 'good luck' and a safe and happy event! We'll be watching this site and will be with you all in spirit ;-)
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Name:		 Richard %26 Karina (richard@garage24.freeserve.co.uk)
Date: 03/01/2007 18:14:05
Subject: Good news so far...
  Great news on the scrutineering front - good luck for the remaining vehicles. Seems like only a few months on from Dakar '06 and suddenly it's all about to happen again. Trying desperately to get cheap flights for the weekend to come and see you off but not looking good at the moment. If we do make it should we bring any botty cream for competitors (Amanda.......)
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Name:		 John Goldie (John@rallyraidassistance.com)
Date: 03/01/2007 17:56:36
Subject: Scrutineering
  A quick message off my mobile. All trucks, Rochelle's car and LePlat's car are through Scrutineering. Phew. A very long and tense day. Its not over yet. They're going to check on some jobs they insist must be done on the T5 6x6 before we enter Africa. Also the Tollefsen cars and Haywood's car must suffer it tomorrow. More work to be done tonight too!
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Name:		 Andy (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 03/01/2007 10:38:27
Subject: Scrutineering
  Morning all.Looking at weather reports it looks quite good, certainly for the Europe leg.Reports for Africa showing similar temps which should help ease things until it gets a bit more frantic. Not too bad you've got scrutineering this morning,at least if there are any issues you can sort them. Srutineering for Dakar should be made into interactive board game. Hi to Amanda and Juultje don't go spoiling them. Andy
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Name:		 John Goldie (john@rallyraidassistance.com)
Date: 02/01/2007 22:50:10
Subject: Tuesday
  Nice to hear from you guys. Hey what's all this about vehicle manouvering causing chaos and a rocket attack! Ha, yes, we see what you mean Andy... all normal traffic rules required some adjustment to allow the emergence of a certain T5 6x6! Scrutineering tomorrow for all of us. Tomorrow morning in fact! Yep, for all cars and trucks! So our Tuesday started off slow – gathering at Luton Airport, checking in, hanging around and all that, the flight, the step outside of the plane into a whole different climate zone… ahhhh, lovely, just lovely, then the inevitable ferrying to a somewhat smart Holiday Inn before a visit to the T4 4x4 truck, the T5 4x4 Land Rover and the T5 6x6 truck and race cars… for a bit of the fiddling and tweeking and stickering and so on. Something new for this year is the organisation stipulation that the T5’s must have organisation VHF two-way radios fitted so we had to get the T5’s set up to receive and power them. Meanwhile we were sorting plans to get the T4 6x6 truck sorted out with the spares it needed to carry. That meant a late night transfer of parts from the T5 6x6 leading to the first of what will be may late bed-times! All good fun though! Team bonding ‘and all that’, backed up by much assistance, refreshment and feeding from Amanda Garratley and Juultje Goldie. Its great to have them here with us! Fingers crossed for the scrutineering! Goodnight.
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Name:		 Andy (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 02/01/2007 22:30:41
Subject: Dakar 07
  Good you're all there.All that remains now is the admin checks scrutineering etc then down to business! Hope John does'nt cause too much chaos getting the T5 out from where i left it. Just going to do my breathing exercises in preparation for saturday's start.Check in tomorrow
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Name:		 Chris Dayus (dayus@dayus.org.uk)
Date: 02/01/2007 21:35:46
Subject: Thinking of you all
  Hi Guys Well, you survived the rocket attack and you've arrived safely. I thought about you all whilst I was driving down the M1 (yes, i changed my mind) this morning, however you were 30 minutes in front of me. Good luck to you all, and i look forward to the reports, go get 'em!! Chris
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Name:		 John (John@rallyraidassistance.com)
Date: 02/01/2007 13:30:06
Subject: Dakar
  All arrived safely in Lisbon, through immigration and luggage reclaimed.
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Name:		 robert pugh (robclaire@thepughs101.fslife.co.uk)
Date: 01/01/2007 21:33:43
Subject: dakar 07
  just a quick word before we head off, to say that the support of friends and family on this web site means alot to us when we are in the desert, thank you,
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Name:		 John Goldie (john@rallyraidassistance.com)
Date: 01/01/2007 21:16:36
Subject: Happy New Year
  Thanks very much Andy. I'd like to wish everyone a very Happy New Year too and most of all I wish everyone on the Rally a successful and safe time! I've already had my own little adventure this year, beginning right after midnight this morning and lasting all the way through the night... repairing storm damage! Yes, you know the storm that hit us all in the UK last night? Well, it went somewhat mad for a period of about 45 minutes at my house just to finish my 2006 off with a bang. A few bangs actually! The roof of my house was showered with twigs and branches, all carried great distances by the wind before making their own thatch over my own roof! Some of them were really hefty logs. Two huge trees keeled over. One of them up-rooted and finished with the same pitch as one of the roofs and went to sleep on its slates! The other made a very neat job of snapping its trunk making a pivot just high enough to save a dry stone dyke just made, and it even managed to fall inches from scratching my most prized sankey trailer! A Christmas tree appeared by one of my cars... literally planted beside it! It was the top half of a huge fir tree that had been brought to us whole and then panted feet deep upright beside the car! Another car was 'bonked' by a fair-sized branch that left its mark. As well as bringing all this the wind also took a lot away... all the felt off a double garage roof! Grrr! Theif! So, as it happend I had enough felt 'in stock' to recover the garage. I have been replacing a substantial part of the house roof. I went up onto it earlier on New Years Eve to strengthen the half finished job in anticipation of the storm. It survived and the felt I had for the job was very very handy to have to replace the garage's! A very tricky job to do in pitch dark in a storm though! Similarly removing all the 'thatch' was... well... very adventurous! A little bit of chainsaw work sorted the trees. After all that I had to get going to Edinbugh airport without being thwarted by roads blocked by fallen trees, in time for the flight down to Luton. I made it and was in a nice hotel bed beside the airport by 11am. Bliss! I've just got up to have a quick feed and visit this Forum. Back to bed now... best preparation for a Dakar?... SLEEP! Goodnight
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Name:		 Andy (andrew-jenner@tiscali.co.uk)
Date: 01/01/2007 13:25:58
Subject: its Nearly Time
  Happy New Year to everyone. Must say firstly, thank you to John Goldie for running this forum and website, it lets people get involved in what for many is a dream and realisation for the few. 2007 Dakar and 3 Dakar virgins amongst the 5 Wildcats that will be relying on the skils of the Bowler Off Road Team assistance crew. Also the most Bowler Wildcats competing so far on the Dakar (iam sure someone will correct me if iam wrong) Anyway i'll take this opportunity to wish all of you, asssistance crew,drivers and co-drivers bonne chance. Cheers for Now Andy
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Name:		 John Goldie (john@rallyraidassistance.com)
Date: 30/12/2006 13:52:24
Subject: The 2007 Dakar Rally
  Welcome everyone. The fun starts now!
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