Welcome to the Chasing Waypoints podcast, where we explore the latest trends and insights in Adventure Motorcycles and Rally Racing. Whether you're a business professional, a student, or simply someone interested in staying up-to-date on the latest developments in Rally Racing or Adventure Motorcycles, you've come to the right place. In this podcast, we'll be speaking with industry experts, organizations, and innovators to bring you valuable insights and actionable tips that you can use to improve your skills and stay ahead of the curve.
Chasing Waypoints
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Welcome to the Chasing Waypoints podcast, where we explore the latest trends and insights in Adventure Motorcycles and Rally Racing. Whether you're a business professional, a student, or simply someone interested in staying up-to-date on the latest developments in Rally Racing or Adventure Motorcycles, you've come to the right place. In this podcast, we'll be speaking with industry experts, organizations, and innovators to bring you valuable insights and actionable tips that you can use to improve your skills and stay ahead of the curve.
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August 3, 2026
We're Back — Sonora Rally, Baja & the Chasing Waypoints Challenge
<p>We've been heads-down building — and a lot has happened since January. Today we're catching you up on everything: the Sonora Rally's exciting new shorter format, the Baja Rally on the horizon, and the Chasing Waypoints challenges we've been quietly putting together behind the scenes.</p><p>It's been a minute, but the time off wasn't idle. In this episode we talk about what's changing with the Sonora Rally and why the shorter event format is a game changer for competitors looking to get into rally raid without the full commitment of a traditional multi-day event. We also get into the upcoming Baja Rally and what we're watching heading into that event. And we pull back the curtain on the Chasing Waypoints challenges — something we've been working on for a while and are fired up to finally start talking about. A lot is moving right now in the North American rally and adventure riding world, and we're right in the middle of it.</p><p><br></p><p>This episode covers the Sonora Rally's new shorter event format and what it means for rally raid competitors in North America, a preview of the upcoming Baja Rally, and the Chasing Waypoints challenges currently in development. If you follow North American rally racing, rally raid events, or the adventure riding community, this is your update on everything that's been happening and what's coming next in the scene.</p><p><br>🌐 Website: <a href="https://www.chasingwaypoints.com/">https://www.chasingwaypoints.com/</a><br>📸 Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/chasingwaypoints">https://www.instagram.com/chasingwaypoints</a><br>👍 Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ChasingWaypoints/">https://www.facebook.com/ChasingWaypoints/</a><br></p>
January 25, 2026
Behind the Scenes of Rally Racing: How Events Are Built
<p>The Dakar Rally is over, but the work behind rally raid never stops. In this episode of Chasing Waypoints, Victor Orellana pulls back the curtain on what actually goes into organizing a rally—long before the first rider ever leaves the start line.</p><p>From reconnaissance days in the desert to waypoint validation and route safety, this conversation explores the invisible systems that define whether a rally is fair, challenging, and survivable. These decisions shape everything from navigation difficulty to rider confidence, especially in environments as unforgiving as the Sonoran Desert.</p><p>You’ll gain a clearer understanding of why recce matters, how waypoints are verified, and why many competitors measure success not by podiums, but by simply finishing. The episode also touches on upcoming events like Sonora Rally–related activities, SoCal Rally community energy, notable performances such as Preston Campbell’s second-place finish, and how rallies like the Africa Eco Race continue Dakar’s original spirit.</p><p>If you follow rally raid—or are trying to understand what separates real rally racing from surface-level highlights—this episode provides context that most coverage skips.<br>Explore more at ChasingWaypoints.com and follow along on Instagram for behind-the-scenes updates and long-form rally education.</p><p><br></p><p>https://www.nwroadbooks.com/</p><p>https://www.chasingwaypoints.com/gear.html</p>
January 17, 2026
Dakar Rally 2026 Final Recap | Brabec Loses by 2 Seconds, Campbell Makes History
<p>Summary</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, Victor Orellana wraps up the thrilling 2026 Dakar Rally, highlighting the intense competition and dramatic moments that defined the event. He reflects on Ricky Brabeck's heartbreaking near-victory, losing the title by just two seconds after a navigational error just kilometers from the finish line. Despite the disappointment, Orellana celebrates the achievements of other competitors, particularly Preston Campbell, who made history by securing a podium finish on his first attempt in the Rally 2 category. The episode captures the essence of rally racing, emphasizing the unpredictability and excitement that keeps fans on the edge of their seats.</p><p><br></p><p>The <strong>Dakar Rally 2026</strong> came down to one of the most dramatic finishes in rally history — decided by <strong>just two seconds</strong> and a single note in the road book.</p><p>In this final wrap-up episode, <strong>Victor Orellana</strong> breaks down the moments that defined Dakar 2026, from the heartbreak of <strong>Ricky Brabec</strong> narrowly missing the overall victory, to the historic breakthrough of <strong>Preston Campbell</strong>, who secured a <strong>podium finish on his first Dakar attempt</strong> in the Rally 2 category.</p><p>Despite Brabec’s disappointment, the rally crowned <strong>Luciano Benavides</strong> as the overall winner — a result that perfectly captures the unforgiving nature of Dakar, where nothing is decided until the final kilometer.</p><p>This episode covers:</p><ul><li><p>The <strong>final stage results</strong> and overall standings</p></li><li><p>How Dakar was decided by <strong>two seconds</strong></p></li><li><p>Ricky Brabec’s near-victory and late navigation error</p></li><li><p>Preston Campbell’s historic Rally 2 podium</p></li><li><p>Key performances across motorcycles and vehicles</p></li><li><p>Why Dakar remains the pinnacle of rally racing</p></li></ul><p>Dakar 2026 delivered everything the sport promises: endurance, precision, heartbreak, and triumph — all in the same breath.</p><p>🎙️ Presented by <strong>Chasing Waypoints</strong><br>📍 2026 Dakar Rally – Final Recap & Analysis</p><p>If you’re interested in rally racing — whether as a fan or a future competitor — you’re in the right place. Stay tuned for upcoming coverage including <strong>Sonora Rally Training School</strong>, <strong>Baja Rally</strong>, and what’s next on the rally calendar.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Keywords</p><p><br></p><p>Dakar Rally, 2026 Dakar, Ricky Brabeck, Preston Campbell, rally racing, motorcycle rally, stage results, rally recap, motorsport news, adventure racing</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Takeaways</p><p><br></p><p>"It comes down to two seconds and one of the last notes in the road book."</p><p>"That is the story of rally and it ain't over until it's over."</p><p>"Preston Campbell accomplished something that hasn't been accomplished since 2015 and since 1979."</p><p>"The Dakar Rally is the pinnacle of basically the rally seasons."</p><p>"If you're interested in getting into rally, you're on the right channel."</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Titles</p><p><br></p><p>Heartbreak and Triumph: The 2026 Dakar Rally Recap</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Sound bites</p><p><br></p><p>"It comes down to two seconds."</p><p>"It ain't over until it's over."</p><p>"Luciano Benavides wins the 2026 Dakar Rally."</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Chapters</p><p><br></p><p>00:00 Dakar Rally 2026 Wrap-Up</p><p>02:20 Stage Results and Highlights</p><p>06:00 Overall Standings and Key Performers</p><p>12:36 Vehicle Category Results</p><p>17:24 Looking Ahead: Upcoming Rally Events</p><p><br></p>
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