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Duster Becomes Main Supporter of TransAnatolia 2016

Submitted by TransAnatolia on Tue, 31/05/2016 - 17:11

Dacia becomes main supporter of TransAnatolia 2016 with Duster. As a compact sport utility vehicle Duster is jointly produced by Renault and Dacia.

Renault Turkey has participated with Dacia Duster in 2015 edition of TransAnatolia and this year Dacia increased the level of support to the event. Duster also competed in Dakar Rally.

Duster will support TransAnatolia from Izmir to Samsun on a challenging race course where climate, elevation and road surface change dramatically. We are greatful to Dacia and other supporters for their contributions to our organisation.

Here is the 2016 Route

Submitted by TransAnatolia on Mon, 14/03/2016 - 21:29

TransAnatolia 2016 route is launched on a presentation which took place in Istanbul. Seventh edition of TransAnatolia Rally Raid will follow a route from Izmir to Samsun.

2016 edition will run between the Western and the Northern parts of Anatolia. A route from Aegean Sea to Black Sea will be followed. Izmir will host the start ceremonial and Samsun will be the place for finish podium.

Registration Opens for 2016

Submitted by TransAnatolia on Wed, 02/12/2015 - 15:33

Registration fees for 2016 edition of TransAnatolia Rally Raid is published. Moreover, registration process officially started. Now you can register online.

We offer great deals for early bird registrations. Click here to check entry fees for 2016.

Now, online registration gives you the chance to select your desired competitor number. Please note that selecting a number does not guarantee that it will be given to you.

2016 Dates Are Announced

Submitted by TransAnatolia on Mon, 16/11/2015 - 10:13

TransAnatolia Rally Raid 2016 will take place between August 20 and 27. Get ready for the summer! Details of the route will be announced later.

End of the August for the seventh TransAnatolia edition has been set. Mark your calendars from now.

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Phenomenal Finale

Submitted by TransAnatolia on Sat, 29/08/2015 - 19:12

On the final day of the event competitors followed the Hittite ruins to reach Ankara for finish ceremonial. Last stage of TransAnatolia 2015 was as adventurous as the previous stages.

Yamaha riders Helder Rodrigues and Alessandro Botturi set the fastest times and they were followed by KTM's Catalan rider Laia Sanz. At the end of 3000km and 7 days Gerard Farres Guell claimed the victory. Helder Rodrigues came Ankara in runner up position and Alessandro Botturi took to the final podium place.

What a Penultimate Day

Submitted by TransAnatolia on Fri, 28/08/2015 - 19:55

Penultimate day of the event was one of the longest and thoughest. Who completed the day almost finished the event. Competitors seized their chances for attacking prior to the start day six.

This time Himonsa's Gerard Farres Guell took the stage win and kept his leading position. Helder Rodrigues followed him in both day and overall classification. Italy's Vanni Cominotto was the third fastest with an impressive outing. Another Italian Alessandro Botturi hold his place in P3.

Challenging Conditions

Submitted by TransAnatolia on Thu, 27/08/2015 - 13:04

Day five of TransAnatolia saw a twisty and technical stage en route to West. Competitors left behind all the distance to reach bivouac in Refahiye.

Yamaha rider Alessandro Botturi was the fastest and his pace helped him to sit on third place in overall. Botturi's team mate Helder Rodrigues set the second fastest time and stayed on third place. Race leader Gerard Farres Guell was the third fastest.

Great Adventure!

Submitted by TransAnatolia on Wed, 26/08/2015 - 17:42

Fourth day of the event started from Erzurum and no matter the changes competitors enjoyed the thrilling stage so much! In short, it was another day with full of action.

Gerard Farres Guell was the fastest in stage eight which helped him to extend his lead. Olivier Pain set a quick time behind Guell and showcased his talent. Helder Rodrigues kept his position on day four, as well. Paolo Ceci stayed on third position.

An Action Packed Day

Submitted by TransAnatolia on Tue, 25/08/2015 - 11:24

Route of the third day was changed a bit but there were no compromise in action. Third day of the event started with a convoy to visit the small town of Kemaliye. Then the real action started.

Gerard Farres Guell claimed another stage victory and kept his lead. Helder Rodrigues stayed on runner up position with his competitive tempo. Spaniard rider Txomin Arana set an impressive stage time. Paolo Ceci was the fifth fastest and it helped him to keep his position on third place.

Three Stages And Tense Competition

Submitted by TransAnatolia on Mon, 24/08/2015 - 20:27

Second day of TransAnatolia 2015 was a long one with three stages and intense competition. With some position swaps day two was quite interesting to follow.

Gerard Farres Guell was the fastest rider in both stages to took the lead. Helder Rodrigues showed a great performance to capitalise the second place. Paolo Ceci kept posting impressive stage times to be on top three.