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Entries are open now for round 3 of the Gawler Motorcycle Centre 2025 SART Championship! Returning on June 7 & 8, the Robertstown Hotel Lew Job 2-Day Trial will be putting riders to the test with a mix of familiar challenges and fresh new sections.
Image by Mark Hepworth Photography.
The SA Reliability Trial Championship is back for 2025! With five thrilling rounds locked in, South Australia’s top sidecars and solos are gearing up for an epic battle. Expect fierce competition, fan-favourite riders, and challenging terrain as they chase SA Championship glory! Be there for all the action as it happens and don’t miss a second of the Reliability Trial action for 2025.
Gear up! Supp regs will be live on Ridernet and the Motorcycling SA page soon. Until then, stay in the loop by following the SA Reliability Trial Championship on Facebook and their website!
Last Saturday, the 28th of September, Clare became the centrepiece of Reliability Trial action as Clare MCC hosted the sixth and final round of the Gawler Motorcycle Centre 2024 SA Reliability Trial Championship—the Beryl Pearce Trial. With anticipation building for one last charge to the finish line, the 6-hour, 2-lap event presented a final opportunity for the Championship titles to be decided for 2024, and everyone felt the excitement.
Windy conditions added an extra layer of difficulty to the final round, but die-hard reliability trial fans secured prime trackside spots to witness 28 Sidecars and 75 Solos tackle the tree-studded, dusty course. The Sidecars opened the day, breaking in the challenging terrain. Third off the rank and looking fast as ever, the duo of Shane Schiller and Steven Doecke took early control, overtaking teams Daniel Plowman/Bradley Brook and Shaun Blenkiron/Nathan Saegenschnitter on the first lap. Schiller and Doecke held their lead throughout, securing a commanding win and claiming provisional victory in the final round of the Championship.
The battle for the Beryl Pearce second and third was much tighter as Bradley Hunter and Adam Brook crossed the finish line in second place at the end of lap 2. However, Championship leaders Daniel Plowman and Bradley Brook answered back, reclaiming silver by a narrow margin of just 26 seconds to wrap up round 6, leaving Hunter and Brook to settle for third in the provisional standings.
After a close third-place finish in round 5, Toby Lewis claimed the Beryl Pearce honours by taking an early lead and holding off challenges from Championship leader Sam Nenasheff. Nenasheff, meanwhile, faced his own battle with Daniel Fraser, who made a stellar comeback in lap 2 but fell agonisingly short, settling for provisional third by just 4 seconds.
To catch up on all the Round 6 provisional results, click HERE.
SandPlow Photography, SkidMark Photos, and Team Thomas Racing were all present to capture the thrilling action. Visit their profiles to view all the photos and purchase your favorite moments from Clare. A special thanks to SkidMark Photos for the cover photo.
Rounding out the 2024 Championship, the Beryl Pearce Trial provided the perfect final outing to cement the overall standings, with results set to be confirmed by midnight on Thursday, October 3rd. Champions will be officially crowned at the 2024 Presentation Night, with plenty of Championship stories to share. Tickets are still available for purchase through Ridenet, so be sure to lock in your seats for a fantastic night to cap off the year. The success of the 2024 season would not have been possible without the incredible support of the Championship sponsor, Gawler Motorcycle Centre, along with the efforts of all the volunteers and the hosting clubs. With 2025 on the horizon, another thrilling year of competition awaits, and new Champions are sure to emerge.
As the Gawler Motorcycle Centre 2024 SA Reliability Trial Championship reaches its thrilling conclusion, Clare will come alive this Saturday, September 28th, as Clare MCC proudly presents the Beryl Pearce Trial. Don’t miss your last chance to see all your favourite reliability trial riders put it all on the line for one last Championship dash!
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With 28 of your favourite sidecar teams and 73 hard-charging solo riders preparing to line up for the final round, tensions are at an all-time high as the competition heats up. Daniel Plowman and Bradley Brook will kick off the sidecars as the first out from Main Control, closely followed by Championship contenders Michael Kerin and Joshua Schutz, who will leave at 9:07 AM in their chase for final points to close the gap. You can bet that Shaun Blenkiron and Nathan Saegenschnitter will be there for all the fun as they stay in contention for the Championship, trailing by just 4 points.
Currently leading the 2024 Outright Solo Championship, Sam Nenasheff will take to the course as the first solo rider for the last time this year, aiming to secure his Championship title. He’ll need to maintain the pressure as he faces off against Royden Harrold, who is back in the mix after an impressive Round 5 win at Palmer.
All this is combined with an action-packed and diverse lineup of classes, including Clubman Solo, Open 2 Stroke, Up to 405cc 4 Stroke, and 406cc & Over Four Stroke. The excitement continues with Masters Sidecar for riders aged 45 and over, Clubman Sidecar Unlimited, Ladies All Powers for both Solo and Sidecar, as well as the Masters 55 and Over, Pre-1990, and Veterans Classes.
Catch up on the full rider list – HERE.
Where:
Set against the ideal backdrop for the 2024 Reliability Trial Championship, riders and spectators will experience a diverse landscape filled with bog holes and technical terrain that will challenge the best in the Championship. Kick off your day by soaking up the atmosphere at Main Control, conveniently located at the Farrell Flat Golf Club (2 Abyssinia Terrace, Farrell Flat, SA)
Plan your final Championship Round 6 trip—HERE.
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As riders take on the final Round 6 daytime 2-lap outing to wrap up the Championship, head out to the Farrell Flat Golf Club to see the first rider take off at 9:01 AM. If you want to make it a full family weekend getaway, camping is available at both the main control and powered sites at Duncan Park.
Unfortunately, there is no spectator access to sections 2, 3, and the start of sector 7. Check out all the best spots to catch the action by using the QR code below for convenient access on your mobile, or head to the main control, where some printed maps will be available at the sign-on area.
The SA Reliability Trial Championship has had the privilege of providing riders with outstanding stages set against beautiful scenery on private properties. Please note that dogs are NOT allowed at the event, except for service animals.
Make it a family day out at Clare for the Championship finale and the last showdown for points!
Stay updated on the Championship results in real-time, no matter where you are on the course, by following live timing through Race Result and there will be a link available on the day to follow.
The round 6, Beryl Pearce Trial results will be available on the SART Championship Series website following the event. Results will remain provisional for 5 days after publication to give competitors time to review them. After this period, they will be finalized. For Supplementary Regulations, the latest news, and more, please visit sartchampionship.com.
Keep up with all the last-round action of the Gawler Motorcycle Centre 2024 SA Reliability Trials Championship through our socials! Head to Facebook, Instagram, and the Official SART Championship Website for the latest news, photos, and event updates. Don’t miss seeing the Championships finally decided for 2024!
Anticipation reached a fever pitch as SAPMAC MCC hosted the penultimate round of the Gawler Motorcycle Centre 2024 SA Reliability Trial Championships at Palmer. Riders approached the demanding course with unwavering focus, knowing that the final sprint to the finish was just around the corner. Despite the rain leading up to the event, the track became a challenging battleground, with loose, dusty sections keeping competitors on edge. Coupled with a persistent, gusty wind, the two-lap daytime challenge tested both endurance and skill, making those critical Round 5 Championship points even more elusive. As the competition heats up further, let’s delve into the Round 5 provisional results.
The battle for the Solo Overall top spot was intense between Royden Harrold and Charlie Milton, with Harrold taking the early lead in lap 1, followed by Milton and Toby Lewis. Milton quickly found his rhythm on the Palmer course, clocking the provisional fastest time in the second lap. However, Harrold’s strong performance in lap 1 proved decisive, earning him the overall win by just 5 points. Toby Lewis held his position in the top three, trailing second-place Milton by 33 points to secure third place comfortably ahead of Cody Schiller.
Daniel Plowman and Bradley Brook delivered an outstanding performance at Palmer, capturing their first podium of 2024 with a well-deserved Round 5 Open Sidecar Overall victory. They established a commanding lead with an impressive lap 1 advantage of 88 points over Ben Mayne and Shaun Buckley. Despite a strong push from Mayne and Buckley in lap 2, they were unable to overtake the resolute Plowman and Brook, who held firm to secure the win. In the race for third place, Shaun Blenkiron and Nathan Saegenschnitter, currently third in the Open Sidecar Championship, showed a strong lap 1 performance. However, Bradley Hunter and Haydon Ahrens delivered a blistering second lap, ultimately claiming third place on the Round 5 podium with a decisive margin of 81 points.
SkidMark Photos, SandPlow Photography, and Team Thomas Racing were all trackside, capturing some nail-biting action. Head to their profiles to check out all the photos and purchase those Round 5 moments. Cover Photo thanks to Team Thomas Racing.
As we shift our focus to the grand finale of the Gawler Motorcycle Centre 2024 SA Reliability Trial Championship, Clare MCC is gearing up to host Round 6: The Beryl Pearce Trial. Scheduled for Saturday, September 28, 2024, this final showdown promises to be electric as Championship contenders make their last stand in Clare.
As the Gawler Motorcycle Centre 2024 SA Reliability Trial Championships near their penultimate round, anticipation is mounting for the SAPMAC MCC’s River Murray Trial this Saturday, 31st August. The loamy Murray Mallee stages are set to test the mettle of 149 determined riders, each prepared to push themselves and their bikes to the absolute limit. With rain in the forecast, the competition could see unexpected twists as riders battle for those crucial late-season Championship points.
Adding to the excitement, riders will once again set off on their Round 5 journey from the familiar backdrop of the Palmer Main control, while new stages introduced for 2024 promise fresh challenges. It’s shaping up to be a massive day for reliability trial fans, young and old.
Sam Nenasheff, the current leader of the 2024 Solo Outright Championship, will be seeking every opportunity to extend his lead and solidify his claim to the title. However, this won’t be an easy task, as Clinton Voigt trails by just 5 points heading into Round 5. With Voigt’s previous successes in the River Murray Trial, there is a real possibility we could see a new Championship leader emerge after the weekend. Shane Diener remains firmly in the top 3 mix, aiming for the second-place overall spot.
In the sidecar class, Ross Watson and Cooper Winter will lead a strong field, closely followed by Daniel Plowman and Bradley Brook. Adding to the excitement, the current second-place Championship duo, Michael Kerin and Joshua Schutz, are poised to deliver a fantastic performance this weekend.
Round 5 promises to be thrilling, with Jake Henderson and Liam McConnell gearing up to compete in the Clubman Open 2 Stroke class, joining an already impressive lineup. In the Women All Powers Championship, Chloe Barton is fiercely pursuing the 2024 title and will face strong competition from Sofie Kraft. The event will also feature masters, veterans, and a substantial field of expert sidecars and solos. Additionally, fans can look forward to seeing classic Pre-1990 bikes showcasing their timeless charm on the course.
Check out the full rider list – HERE.
Where & Spectator Key Info:
At the Palmer Oval Main Control, spectators will find a hub of activity and excitement throughout the day. The Mid Murray CFS will be on hand to provide hot food and cold drinks, ensuring everyone stays refreshed and energized. Whether you’re cheering from the sidelines or taking a break from the action, the Main Control will be the perfect spot to enjoy the day’s events. With South Australia’s top Reliability Trial riders tackling a challenging and diverse course, this is a day you won’t want to miss.
The SA Reliability Trial Championship is proud to feature exceptional stages set against beautiful scenery on private properties. Please note that dogs are not permitted at the event, except for service animals.
Plan out your trip – HERE.
Keep up with the Championship results as they happen, no matter where you are on the course, by following live timing:
Once it’s all said and done, the results will be published on the SART Championship Series website. Results will be provisional for 5 days after publication to allow competitors to review them. After 5 days, they will be locked in and final. For Supplementary Regulations, the latest news, and more, please visit sartchampionship.com.
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