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Zdenek Tuma – The Legendary Quad Rider

Zdenek Tuma is a legend on a quad bike, but many in the dirt bike community don’t know his name, or what he’s achieved.

Frontaer recently did the research to find out more about the life of this epic ATV competitor. Let’s begin.

Zdenek Tuma Overview

Zdenek is from the Czech Republic and has raced 3 times in the Dakar Rally on his quad bike. He raced in 2017, 2018 and 2020, skipping the 2019 race.

He is the only Czech rider to be associated with the Barth Racing Team. They missed the Rally in 2019 unfortunately and are trying to make a good comeback.

Zdenek only started racing quad bikes a little over 10 years ago. He didn’t grow up riding on 4 wheels but soon enough, in his adult life, became quite popular in his home country due to a series of finishes and podium wins.

Racing the Dakar

We’re looking at one of the oldest motorcycle racers in the Dakar Rally. Most competitors are in their mid 30’s yet there are some in their 20’s too, including the 2020 winner Ricky Brabec.

What has brought him to the Dakar is his serious of wins in the Czech endurance races, as well as several others in greater Europe and the Middle East. The Ruareg Rallye in Algeria is one such example.

While he’s never finished in the top 10 before, we can see the future years being very promising for this enthusiastic and experienced rider.

Inspiring a Generation

Zdenek has effective inspired a generation of riders to get out beyond the depths of YouTube and into actually riding their dirt bike competitively. The has become softer in recent years, and it’s great to see a leading role model inspiring a generation.

For us, we do look forward to seeing Zdenek at least hit a top 10 finish on the leaderboard in this decade. He’s not the oldest rider out there…that’s for sure!

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Kevin Benavides – The Legendary Honda Team Rider

Kevin Benavides is one of the famous ‘Benavides Brothers’ and rides for the Honda Rally Team on a CRF 450 Rally.

In 2018, he scored the 2nd place trophy at the 2018 Dakar Rally in the motorcycle division. His sights are squarely set on getting a 1st place finish in this decade.

Now, not much is known about this seriously talented rider so Frontaer has done some research.

Kevin Benavides Overview

Kevin started riding at an early age which is lucky. This helped him developed the skills on the throttle that has lead him to challenge KTM for the podium finishes.

Lucky isn’t an understatement, especially as he has lucky #7 as his race number.

Kevin is seriously committed to his gruelling training schedule that sees him riding and spending time in the gym for much of the year. When he isn’t training, he’s often working on motorcycles or dealing with injuries.

Kevin Benavides with his brother, Luciano Benavides.

He has previously injured his shoulder in a rally raid race in Abu Dhabi as well as another in Chile. Let’s not forget the issues with his engines and you’ve got some serious ups and downs here.

The Harshness of Dakar

Kevin is best known for his triumph pursuits at Dakar which happens each January. Millions of people from around the world tune in to see fellow riders race and incredible speeds which risks serious injury and death.

The race is known as the toughest in the world. Clearly Kevin has some serious talent behind him to not just get into the race, but actually finish it too.

In a world where everyone simply wants to watch others be successful, we have a man who’s actually doing the work. One that will stop at nothing to hit the peaks yet deal with the troughs too.

We do look forward to seeing him take 1st place in this decade. *Watch this space*

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Adrien Metge – The Legendary Sherco Rider

Not much is known about Adrien Metge other than he has raced in the Dakar Rally and rides a Sherco TVRs Rally.

In this guide, Frontaer hopes to provide more insights into this super competitive rider.

Let’s begin.

Adrien Metge

Nothing gets us more excited than to see someone riding something that isn’t a KTM in the Dakar Rally. The brand does dominate the sector given how incredible their dirt bikes are, thus truly being Race Ready.

There is something to appreciate with the underdogs out there. Adrien is one such rider who has been riding a Sherco TVS 450 RTR for quite some time. He’s now done 5 Dakar Rally entrances starting from 2016.

Now, Adrien starting out riding as a kid. He was winning motocross championships as a teenager before later switching over to becoming a competitive rally raid rider.

Since then, he hasn’t faired so well and has never finished in the top 10. It’s those KTM’s dominating the leaderboard as always with their technology and performance.

Yet, one thing is for sure – he has not just entered but has finished numerous times. That in itself is worthy of an award.

The Harsh Nature of Dakar

Has this been easy? Not quite. On numerous occasions he has suffered injuries and issues with his motorcycle, but that’s made him stronger as a rider and competitor and one that can see the finish line so clearly now.

In a world of cotton wool, it’s refreshing to find someone who walks the talk. One that inspires a generation of both adults and children to get away from the devices and into the saddle. Where nothing can be replaced by a video game.

What we really look forward to seeing is a top 10 finish in this decade. With the underdog nature of the Sherco and the commitment from those eyes, we can only imagine that this will certainly happen.

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Motocard Review: Are They Any Good?

Motocard is an online motorcycle store and if you’re outside of Europe, it’s hard to know if they’re actually legitimate.

Fortunately, they are. Thousands of people have left reviews detailing their experiences with Motocard. However, we wanted to provide an unbaised and unpaid review sharing our opinion. This way you can get a fair estimation as to whether they’re worth it for you.

Let’s begin.

Motocard Review

You’re probably doing your research because you don’t know much about this store. Fortunately, Frontaer does! We’re a motorcycle brand though we don’t yet have a commercial relationship with this store.

We’ve heard reports that riders have found gear for cheaper on Motocard and even with the shipping, got their gear delivered for less despite it having to fly for thousands of miles with airfreight. Neat! And so, we had to have a look into this ourselves.

Motocard has a massive team based out of Europe and the United Kingdom. In fact, they’ve been in the business of motorcycle gear since starting in 1982 in the Principality of Andorra, with now 12 stores and a massive online marketplace. They are a Spanish company with a strong focus on the English-speaking demographic.

What we really love is that they also sponsor industry events making it cheaper for spectators and competitors alike.

Range on Offer

Motocard clearly offers an incredible range of gear from road gear to dirt bike gear and everything in between. There is also an outlet division if you’re looking to get a significant discount on your purchase.

What we really love is their expertise. The customer service team actually rides motorcycles so they can answer your question and point you in the right direction if you’re looking for particular parts.

Most importantly – their prices are quite reasonable. Even with the cost of shipping, you’re often paying the same price or even a little cheaper by ordering from their online store.

Motocard Customer Complaints

Have you seen the negative reviews of Motocard? These are to be taken with a grain of salt. You see, this is one person’s experience in the past and the overall review rating isn’t a true representation of any business.

When someone has a 5-star experience, their chances of detailing their experiences online isn’t that high. When someone has a mildly bad experience, you can just about guarantee a 1-star rating. Thus, it’s quite skewed.

What we have noticed is that Motocard is very fair and tries to work with customers to resolve issues and complaints. After all, Motocard is legit and has been trusted by more than 10,000+ customers alone this year from around Europe, and even around the world.

Most likely it’s the international customers who have issues with customs fees and tariffs which they didn’t initially realize. The returns can be challenging for the international customers. After all, who pays the return shipping?

We have noticed that the far majority of customers have an awesome experience paired with very reasonable pricing.

In Summary

There aren’t too many online stores that get Frontaer’s tick of approval. After all, we’re keen motorcyclists that do shop online often, paired with our own brand.

Many people in the United States, Canada, Europe, the United Kingdom and even Australia have shopped with Motocard with no issues. With so many brands featured, you’re sure to find what you’re looking for. And soon enough, Frontaer hopes to be on the shelves too.

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7 Best Dirt Bike Trails in Calgary and Edmonton (2023)

With more than 1 million people in Alberta, there are certainly dirt bike riders and tracks around Calgary and Edmonton to ride.

Even if you live in Red Deer or Lethbridge, we’ve got some spots ready for you. From single-track to motocross and open enduro trails for beginners and experienced riders, there are certainly options around!

Best Dirt Bike Trails in Alberta

The State of Alberta encourages dirt bike riding as it keeps the economy flowing and allows people to let off some steam by twisting the throttle. In fact, the numerous enduro and MX events certainly draw the tourism numbers with thousands of people crossing the border each year to compete or spectate.

Now – if you’re the type of person who prefers to simply cruise around and find some great trails in the state, then Frontaer has done the research for you. We looked around to see where local riders in Calgary and Edmonton were actually riding, and the results are in.

Here are Alberta’s best dirt bike trails:

1. Rocky Mountain Dirt Riders Association

One of the best-kept secrets is joining the RMDRA. They do organized trail bike rides on single track into areas that you otherwise wouldn’t be able to access. We’re talking private property here and by joining this club, you’re covered by insurance.

This is definitely the club you’ll want to join if you’re new to off road motorcycling and aren’t quite sure where to ride in Alberta. This is especially so if you’re struggling to find buddies who share the same passion, or you simply want to improve your skills off road.

2. McLean Creek

McLean Creek is well known and this spot is welcoming of off-highway vehicles. This includes side by sides, quads and dirt bikes on existing trails. If you’re looking for some buddies, then jump inside this Facebook group so you can meet up at McClean Creek.

3. Brule Lake Sand Dunes

Sand Dunes in Alberta? Absolutely! These are epic for riding your dirt bike and adventuring around. Now – the sand isn’t the sahara dessert and so there is quite a bit of traction, so you probably won’t need a rear paddle to get your through. That said – power on and lean back! Heaps of tracks to explore and it can get a little muddy but isn’t too bad. To get here, head about 16km west of Hinton and near Jasper National Park.

4. Barry’s Ultra Motorsports Park

While Barry’s Ultra Motorsports Park (often called BUMP) is a motocross park, there are also about 40km of well-maintained single trail to explore for the enduro fraternity. This spot allows unregistered dirt bikes to ride these trails and one of the few spots close to Edmonton that allows this. Bring the kids because there is a well developed PeeWee Track and you can camp here overnight too, though it’s only an hour from Edmonton city centre.

5. Abasand Loop

Going from Abasand to Athabasca River on the OHV Trail will give you about 12km of riding terrain. There are other trails in the area worth exploring too. This is best for the dual-sport ADV rider rather than the dirt bike enthusiast, but worth a mention on this list.

6. Waiparous Creek

McLean Creek is actually very close to Waiparous Creek and most riders do both riding areas in the same trip. Some will stay overnight will camping. Waiparous Creek offers just as much as McLean though the crowds can be a little less.

7. Lille Ghost Town Trail

This place isn’t that scary but good for some local history and open track. Unlike most riding in Canada, you’ll actually be finding your higher gears here and might even see triple digits when riding. This is out towards Crowsnest Pass.

Getting Started

There we have it! Some great tracks in Alberta to try out that aren’t necessarily motocross tracks. These trails are sometimes seasonal so it’s best to check opening and availability before heading out.

Also, we strongly recommend joining one of the numerous riding groups on Facebook. There are riders in there so often looking for others to ride with instead of tackling these tracks solo. Likewise, group rides happen often which opens up so many riding opportunities and places to explore on 2 wheels and an aggressive throttle.

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