Robby Gordon 2013

[larryboy]

Originally Posted by Sparrowhawk

Sure, that's the point but he was DQed for possible performance enhancements.

Well, I'd think that some minor HP could be gained by squirting 35 psi into an engine for a couple of seconds. Without putting it on a dyno it's hard to say how much, could be 1 HP or 20?

Really he was DQ'd for telling them they could "KISS MY ASS!!".

[crofrog]

I love the roost he's throwing at that mini. Take that!

[OaklandStrom]

Originally Posted by KASUYAHO

His engine builder is a hero. Any motor that can do this for 12 to 18 hours is an incredible machine.

"The A.S.O and the team agreed on a pre-check inspection of the Dakar HUMMER prior to being approved to race. Once the detailed inspection of the Dakar HUMMER and its air-inflation system by A.S.O. officials, the team was approved to officially race the 2013 Dakar Rally."

They will DQ him if he's far enough ahead. I wish all the French sanctioning bodies would just fucking die. Seriously.

[HardWorkingDog]

Originally Posted by KASUYAHO

Oh

My

God

I have a new found appreciation for Johnny Campbell. That guy's got nerves of steel.

Originally Posted by OaklandStrom

His engine builder is a hero. Any motor that can do this for 12 to 18 hours is an incredible machine...

Yeah, that too. The sound...

[zenjen]

Originally Posted by OaklandStrom

I wish all the French sanctioning bodies would just fucking die. Seriously.

Quoted for the .

[tundradirtbiker]

I agree completely. His personality rubs me the wrong way sometimes, but his driving, and the way the spectators react to him, won me over. And the ruling last year was BS, IMHO. I hope he kicks ass this year.

I look fwd to Dakar w/ Robbie. Wish Jonah were there, but he has given his all in a tough profession.

[airborndad]

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[Strong Bad]

Originally Posted by HardWorkingDog

Oh

My

God

I have a new found appreciation for Johnny Campbell. That guy's got nerves of steel.



Yeah, that too. The sound...

That wasn't Jhonny, in 09 I think that was Kelon or maybe Andy. Much more aggressive in a Trophy Truck over a section he's raced over and and practiced on just the day before. It didn't help him a couple of years ago when he smacked a big rock in the wash ending his race in the 1st 3 miles. The bad ass sound comes from an 8 into 1 collector system.

[Strong Bad]

Originally Posted by airborndad

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Getting ready for the SST race at the Long Beach Grand Prix, it will be pretty much all metal ramps & asphalt.

[HardWorkingDog]

Originally Posted by Strong Bad

That wasn't Johnny, in 09 I think that was Kelon or maybe Andy. Much more aggressive in a Trophy Truck over a section he's raced over and and practiced on just the day before. It didn't help him a couple of years ago when he smacked a big rock in the wash ending his race in the 1st 3 miles. The bad ass sound comes from an 8 into 1 collector system.

Yeah, you're right; knew the clip was from Baja,
but figured Campbell had a similar experience last year in Dakar as did
whoever was in the navigator's seat. Don't think I could do it. I'd give a try, but
not sure how long I could last.

[Strong Bad]

Originally Posted by HardWorkingDog

Yeah, you're right; knew the clip was from Baja,
but figured Campbell had a similar experience last year in Dakar as did
whoever was in the navigator's seat. Don't think I could do it. I'd give a try, but
not sure how long I could last.

Being a Co-dawg In off-road is not for everyone, most people get car sick an after 50 miles are blowing bubbles after 100 miles. Most drivers can't handle co-driving and admit to never being willing to do it. I sat in the right seat in a Class 1 car for most of 09 & 10. As far as I'm concerned you are so busy, you don't have time to get sick. Your job is to watch the gauges, call turns on the GPS (much like a rally navigator) and watch your mirrors. At the same time you need to feel, smell and hear what the race car is doing. The other thing is you have to completely give your life away to the driver. I have two good friends that have been Robbby's co-dawgs (Bob Bower & Gregg Till) both report that he actually is very smooth and it doesn't feel as wild as he looks.

[phplemel]

I love this thread!!!
I'lve been an RG fan for a long time
It's Nascar's loss that he's not a regular there.
He's a true Racer, gives no quarter, and takes no BS

[VxZeroKnots]

Originally Posted by HardWorkingDog

Oh

My

God

I have a new found appreciation for Johnny Campbell. That guy's got nerves of steel.



Yeah, that too. The sound...

That video at 3:20

I'm not sure if I'd be incapacitated by giggling or screaming.

[Stinky151]

Ned told a story at his welcome home about JC and his reports from riding with Robby. Mainly one about missing a turn during a battle for first and flying off a corner, then somehow ending up right back on the road right behind peterhansel after slight...diversion...

Sounds like it took years off JC's life, but hearing the story was hilarious.

[Region Riley]

Originally Posted by crankshaft

I would have Robbie's baby, no question

+1

(but don't tell c.vestal I said that)


Hell, just getting passed by his orange hummer was a thrill.