DEUS SWANK RALLY LADIES

Aug 19, 2022

Since the dawn of time in the the Swank Rally, we’ve been looking with admiration to Domi (@domitillaq) riding every kind of bike, from 1970s motorcycles to the most modern rides on any type of landscape, during almost any edition of the Swank Rally.

That’s how she earned the title of ‘Godmother of the Swank Rally’. From when she started the Women Motor Bootcamp project (best known as WMB) we knew that this moment would come...

Ladies and Ladies, we are proud to present the first DEUS SWANK RALLY LADIES, taking palce the 10th of September.
This is the first time for the Swank Rally to have a whole female crew, hosted by the Women Motor Bootcamp, running from the 9th till the 11th of September.

For who doesn’t know the WMB, here are some words from Domitilla, who explains how she created and organised the group: ‘The WMB is an event dedicated to women. These are three days where women can use their time to themselves to overcome their fears, their uncertainties mixing them with living moments of pure fun and adrenaline.
The women’s motor bootcamp is also a support group, community and a space where women can create new connections who share the same passions, and can create longterm connections.
The event was born from the passion of one woman, Domitilla Q, who wanted to share her passion for motorcycles, engines and sports in general with other women."

With over a thousand women ready to ride at the last Women Motor Bootcamp, we’ve found that this was the perfect opportunity to bring a women’s version of the Deus Swank Rally.

The rules are the same of any Swank Rally: the participants will have to self time themselves in a circuit trying to reach the best time possible without any limits of possibilities.
Vintage motorcycles, inappropriate, and special motorcycles are allowed, and don’t forget to wear ‘swanky’ outfits in line with your motorcycles. We are really looking forward to seeing all riders in this new and fresh women’s version.

Registration ad info available at wmbootcamp.com

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È dagli albori dello Swank Rally 2017 che guardiamo con ammirazione la Domi (@domitillaq) in sella a moto che vanno dagli anni 70 alle più moderne su ogni possibile terreno, prova provata del fatto che non ci siano differenze tra donne e uomini quando si parla di motori. Avendo partecipato praticamente a quasi tutti gli Swank Rally, si è ben guadagnata il titolo non ufficiale di “Madrina dello Swank Rally”.

Da quando poi si è lanciata nel progetto Women Motor Bootcamp (per gli amici WMB) sapevamo che prima o poi sarebbe arrivato questo momento…

Signore e signore, siamo orgogliosi di annunciare il primissimo DEUS SWANK RALLY LADIES: prima edizione dello Swank Rally tutta al femminile ospitato dal Women Motor Bootcamp (9-10-11 Settembre). Sabato 10 Settembre la data ufficiale.

Per chi non conoscesse il WMB, riportiamo le parole di Domitilla che lo ha concepito, fatto nascere e cresciuto: “Si tratta di un evento, un evento che è però dedicato alle donne. Tre giorni dove le donne possono dedicarsi del tempo a loro stesse, superando le proprie paure, incertezze e vivendo momenti di pura adrenalina e divertimento.
Il Women Motor Bootcamp è però anche solidarietà, community... è infatti il luogo perfetto per conoscere altre donne con le proprie stesse passioni e creare legami duraturi.
L'evento infatti nasce dalla passione di una donna, Domitilla Q, che ha deciso di voler condividere la propria passione per le moto, i motori e lo sport in generale con altre donne.”

Con 1000 ragazze pronte a salire in sella nella passata edizione, ci è sembrato il contesto perfetto per portare questa inedita versione dello Swank Rally.

Come non ci sono differenze tra uomini e donne, non ci saranno differenze nelle regole auree del Deus Swank Rally:

Le partecipanti si dovranno auto-cronometrare in un circuito offroad cercando di fare il tempo migliore, finché il fisico (o la moto) regge possono continuare a tentare di battere il proprio record personale.

Sono ammesse moto vintage, inappropriate e specials e si invitano i piloti a presentarsi con un outfit “swanky”, in linea con la moto o... beh ci aspettiamo molte sorprese dai guardaroba delle nostre ragazze.

Le iscrizioni sono aperte online sul sito del wmbootcamp.com

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#womenmotorbootcamp

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Setiap tahun, teman-teman kita Tasix Adventure—penyelenggara petualangan ban berlumpur dan adrenalin berbahan bakar terbaik di Bali—mengadakan acara akhir pekan berkemah yang sangat dinanti-nantikan. Mereka menamakannya “ The Wild,” dan jujur saja, tidak ada kata yang lebih pas dari itu.

Ini bukan sekadar acara; ini adalah petualangan wajib bagi siapa saja yang mencintai tanah, tantangan, dan persahabatan yang hanya bisa terjalin saat tertawa melihat teman lain terjatuh.

Hal tentang The Wild adalah misterinya. Kamu tidak tahu ke mana akan pergi, bagaimana sampai di sana, atau apa yang akan kamu temui—seperti hidup, tapi dengan lebih banyak asap knalpot.

Tahun ini, The Wild yang berlangsung pada 7 Desember 2024, mengumpulkan 135 pecinta motor enduro, trail, dan cross di Desa Kopi, Tabanan. Tepat pukul 9 pagi, kami berangkat menuju Desa Gesing, Singaraja. Rute tetap dirahasiakan hingga hari acara, meningkatkan sensasi penasaran dan antusiasme. Dengan dibagi menjadi beberapa kelompok kecil, kami melengkapi diri dengan perlengkapan motocross lengkap untuk menghadapi tantangan musim hujan.

Perjalanan? Murni magis. Jalur berkelok melalui permata tersembunyi Bali, di mana setiap tikungan menawarkan pemandangan yang memukau atau hampir membuat jantung berhenti. Rute tahun ini menghadirkan medan tanah liat merah—dijuluki tanah "keramik" karena teksturnya yang licin dan keras saat basah. Untuk melintasinya, diperlukan teknik khusus yang disebut “paddling the throttle,” sebuah manuver yang mendebarkan dengan motor yang sering bergoyang liar. Dari kejauhan, mungkin terlihat lucu, tetapi saat di atas motor? Ceritanya berbeda.

Setelah menempuh 68 kilometer petualangan liar, kami tiba di perkemahan di puncak bukit yang sudah dipenuhi tenda-tenda peserta lain dan deru knalpot. Destinasi selalu mencuri perhatian, dan yang satu ini tidak terkecuali—tempat tinggi dengan pemandangan 360 derajat yang menakjubkan dari laut, gunung, hingga kota.

Saat hujan turun, tenda-tenda didirikan, dan malam itu diisi dengan berbagi cerita tentang penyelamatan heroik dan kecelakaan yang menggelikan. Dan tentu saja, ada balapan. Bayangkan sekelompok pengendara penuh semangat meluncur di perbukitan dalam kekacauan yang terkontrol. Balapan tahun ini termasuk duel 1 lawan 1 yang seru di sekitar puncak bukit, dengan peserta menyelesaikan dua putaran penuh adrenalin.

Bukan soal menang; ini tentang hadir, tertawa, dan menikmati momen. Para pemenang dan peserta tercepat yang mencapai puncak bukit dirayakan dengan hadiah, tetapi senyuman, persahabatan, dan kebersamaan membuat semua orang merasa seperti juara.

The Wild tahun ini benar-benar sesuai namanya, bahkan lebih. Petualangan, tawa, dan cukup banyak tanah di gigi untuk menyebutnya otentik—kami tidak akan menginginkannya dengan cara lain. Terima kasih yang sebesar-besarnya kepada semua peserta yang menjadikannya pengalaman tak terlupakan. Sampai jumpa di petualangan berikutnya!

Every year, our mates over at Tasix Adventure—Bali’s finest purveyors of muddy tyres and fuel-driven adrenaline—host their much-anticipated camp-out weekend. They’ve named it “Wild,” and honestly, there’s no better word for it.

It’s not just an event; it’s a pilgrimage for anyone who loves dirt, daring, and the kind of camaraderie you can only forge while laughing at someone else’s wipeout.

The thing about Wild is that it’s shrouded in mystery. You don’t know where you’re going, how you’ll get there, or what you’ll find—kind of like life, but with more exhaust fumes.

This year’s Wild, held on Saturday, December 7, 2024, brought together 135 enthusiasts of enduro, trail, and cross motorcycles at Desa Kopi, Tabanan. The route was kept a secret until the event day, heightening the thrill of the unknown. At exactly 9 am, they shared the destination, Desa Gesing, Singaraja, Divided into small groups, we geared up with full motocross kits to tackle the rainy season’s challenges.

The ride? Pure magic. Twisting trails through Bali’s hidden gems, where every turn promised either breathtaking views or breathtaking near-misses. This year’s route featured red clay terrain—nicknamed "ceramic" soil for its slick, hard texture when wet. Navigating it required a special technique called “paddling the throttle,” a nerve-wracking maneuver that had bikes swaying wildly. From a distance, it might have looked hilarious, but on the bike? It was a whole other story.

After 68 kilometres of this wild adventure, we arrived at the hilltop campsite already alive with the buzz of activity and the roar of exhausts. The destination always steals the spotlight, and this one was no exception—a high-altitude perch offering stunning 360-degree views of the sea, mountains, and city.

As the rain came down, tents went up, and the evening was all about swapping stories of heroic saves and laughable crashes. And then there were the races. Picture a pack of overexcited riders tearing up the hillside in what can only be described as controlled chaos. This year’s races included thrilling 1-on-1 duels around the hilltop, with participants pushing through two laps of sheer adrenaline.

It wasn’t just about winning; it was about showing up, laughing, and embracing the moment. The race winners and the fastest hilltop arrivals were celebrated with prizes, but the smiles, the camaraderie, and the shared triumphs made everyone feel like champions.

This year’s Wild lived up to its name and then some. Adventure, laughter, and just enough dirt in your teeth to call it authentic—we wouldn’t have it any other way. A massive thank you to all the participants who made it unforgettable. See you on the next adventure!