The Rookie & The Racer: The Story of Rebellion Racing at Dakar 2021, Pt.1
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- Опубліковано 23 сер 2021
- “It’s a human adventure, it’s a mechanical adventure, you go as far as you can… dance with the dunes, surf the waves.”
For the 2021 edition of the Dakar Rally, we packed our camera kits and joined our friends at Rebellion Racing to witness the triumphs and tribulations of competing firsthand, and to capture and share with you the unique atmosphere of competing at the top level in one of the wildest places on the planet.
Equipped with a pair of rear-wheel drive, Peugeot-derived Rebellion DXX buggies powered by 400-hp naturally aspirated Ford V8s, the efforts at the wheel were helmed by pedigreed professional and two-time overall Le Mans winner, Romain Dumas, and Rebellion team principal, Alex Pesci, a self-proclaimed novice who began his rallying career just last year (putting his mouth where his money is and making his debut at none other than the 2020 Dakar).
The first of our three-part Dakar 2021 story follows Pesci’s experience, charting his triumphs and tribulations against the dizzyingly beautiful backdrop of the Saudi Arabian landscape. Next week’s installment will feature Dumas’ Dakar drive, which will be followed by our coverage of the first-ever Dakar Classic.
No matter who is competing, no matter in or on top of what, this rally is one without peers, to the extent that Dakar “Rally” is almost a misnomer. It is a test of endurance and willpower that routinely chews up and spits out even the most talented drivers, riders, and navigators; this is not a challenge that caters in the slightest to motorsport tourists, and to even attempt the nearly two-week, 5,000-mile-long journey through Saudi Arabia’s most antagonistic-and breathtaking-terrain is a major feat unto itself.
The route is a grueling one, with cruel turns of fate littering the way, but the rewards outweigh the costs, even if you don’t win-or finish, for that matter. The endless undulating dunes, psychedelic skies, and rock formations torn from sci-fi storyboards make up an incomparably surreal setting for a rally raid.
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This video is outstanding with the camera work, music, sound and the story that brought it all together. It's a top 10 on Petro for sure.
I can't believe the low views and comments ! Did the algorithm screw this channel or what ?
Those rocky red landscapes look like the photos that Rover is sending back from Mars! 😮
My dream is to race Dakar ,maybe soon , love rally racing etc…. Not a pro but it’s a dream since I was 4years old and watched f1 when Senna died remember that day till today
You can do it, never give up
This video is a work of art. Petrolicious seriously makes the highest quality content on youtube
This video shows how successful people become successful. Take full ownership of your mistakes and learn from them.
I miss the old format for videos here. Started watching from the beginning again.
Must be one of the best sounding racers in 2021 - N/A 5.0 V8 - nothing wrong with that :)
I am glad you guys are back. Were have you been. I love your videos they got me through the 2020 lockdown.
Wow.. It must be fun.
masterpice of a video, thanks for sharing this i await part 2
Oh boy this is gonna be great!
Braver than me!
Love it!
Fantastic cinematography, production and editing, I'm looking forward to the next part.
Hi from NZ,
Anthony.
What is the song at 2:14? It is incredible!
Beautiful work, this is some of the finest stuff you guys have ever put out. I already can't wait for the next installment!
@Hulago Astana You are a *goddamned* hero. Thank you!
@Hulago Astana
What about the one at the end?
Shazam does not know... ;-)
Very well done!
What is the title of the music in the end credits, please?
The video is good, higher quality that what you see around these days, congrats for that…, but still Kika’s touch is unbeatable. Sorry guys. (One Petrolicious Founder Member, missing the old days)
The Paris-Dakar does not exists since 2008, is kinda Lame that they still continue calling this Rally as a “Dakar”
Money money money
He said “I have nothing to prove”. Maybe I am misunderstanding, in a race your there to win so yea, you have a lot to prove.
Only when you have more money than skillz you say something that stupid, totally agree with you.
And that proves the majority of the modern racing community is made by rich people lacking skills and passion.
I believe in the Dakar race finishing is winning. You race to prove that you can do it, so yes he has something to prove. It's a nice sound bite to say but he's not being true to himself or anyone else. Nothing to prove, then don't do it, simple.
The production quality is amazing, but it has been so long since I've seen a video on this channel showcasing a simple classic car and its owner. It seems like you completely abandoned the idea of showcasing the classic car scene as approachable and affordable.
I miss that too. It was the reason why I even subscribed.
Thankfully Hagerty channel filled in with "Why I Drive" series.
@@SanProsan1993 yep hagerty is now putting out quality vides
STOP MUSIC !!!
Feels like one of the older videos, and that's fantastic. But lose shitty 80s techno so I can hear the racer and motor.
Amazing video work... but.... audio mix is a disaster. Levels all over the place, no ducking, I'm constantly adjusting the volume. Hire a decent audio engineer next time.
Great video, but WHY is there zero information about the car ??
And that goddamn nasty repetitive music is totally unnecessary ...... SIGH