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Gawler MCC plays host to Rd1 of the SA Reliability Championship this Saturday

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Round One of the South Australian Reliability Championship Series kicks off this Saturday May 5th when the Gawler Motorcycle Club hosts the 35th Phillip Haydon Reliability Trial.

Commencing from the Marrabel Rodeo Grounds, the 2012 event will consist of two laps over a 120km loop with 8 special tests per lap, with each lap taking 3-4 hours to complete. The special tests are linked by public roads meaning each bike must be registered and remain roadworthy for the duration of the event.

All spares parts, tools and gear must be carried by the rider from the start of the event, with any outside assistance resulting in disqualification. Riders can only take on fuel and water at designated refuelling points.

With the first of over 130 open class riders leaving the Rodeo Grounds at 1pm this means most of the second lap is in darkness, requiring riders to fit better lights to their machines.

Ten time 24hr Trial winner Shane Diener will be lining up to tackle the event along with Rowan Pumpa and 2011 Series winner Nick Throup to name a few.
Sidecars will also be in action at this years events Credit : Supplied.
Another aspect to Reliability Trials is the sidecar class. 15 sidecars are set to start, one of the largest sidecar fields in recent years. Last year‰Ûªs Sidecar Class Series winners, 20 year old twins Max and Sam Hutchesson will line up again looking to win their class after a 2nd place in 2011.

There is also a supporting Rally class who only do the first lap, all of which is in daylight. 25 riders have entered this class, many of whom have never ridden a Reliability Trial. Some just want to try the discipline out before committing to ride the big one, round four of the series, The Swan Insurance 24hr Reliability Trial.

Spectators will be in for a treat with the final Special Test of each lap being run through the Marrabel Rodeo Grounds. A number of jumps and obstacles have been constructed in the section making for some serious action.

This is sure to offer some spills and thrills as riders try to beat the clock and put on a show for the spectators. The event will run well into the evening making for some spectacular cross-country night racing.

Spectator entry is free. Food and drinks will be available at the rodeo grounds and the party like atmosphere of the GMCC event is bound to run well into the evening.

For more information, including course maps and rider lists, head to www.gawlermcc.com.au

Main Photo : Some of the terrain during the SA Reliability Championships can get a little tricky
Credit : Supplied

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