The History of the International Six Days Enduro
The International Six Days Enduro (ISDE) is the oldest, and most prestigious off-road motorcycle event in the world. The ISDE was first held in Carlisle, England in 1913. The ISDE has occurred annually ever since at various locations around the world, apart from interruptions due to World War I and World War II. Approximately 30 participating countries from around the world recruit their best off-road motorcycle racers and send them to compete in their countries honour. To date some of the host countries have included the United States, Australia, Brazil, New Zealand, Chile and Greece.
In 2012 the ISDE will be held in Saxony Germany!
The ISDE is known as the ultimate test of rider and motorcycle.
Supporting Your Canadian Riders
Participants are responsible for 100% of the costs incurred to race the I.S.D.E. which historically is approximately $10,000 or more depending on the venue. The people who race in the I.S.D.E. do it because they have a strong sense of National Pride and want nothing more than to make their country proud. Much like the Olympics, there is no prize money involved. Every dollar in donations from Canadian businesses and individuals to I.S.D.E. participants, make it possible for Canada's best riders to represent our wonderful country at this world wide venue.
Because of the generous support of friends, family and sponsors, Victoria Hett became Canada's first woman to bring home an I.S.D.E. medal earning a Bronze medal at the 2010 I.S.D.E. in Morelia Mexico! In 2012 Victoria along with Canada's women's trophy team will take on the I.S.D.E. again in Saxony Germany. Please take a look at the full line up of merchandise available for purchase to help get Victoria to the I.S.D.E.
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What is the International Six Days Enduro?
The event spans six days, with each days course averaging approximately 250 kilometers. The rules are quite strict in regard to time and stops. Participants have a short allotment of time at the beginning and end of each day to repair any broken or worn out parts on their machine. Participants may not receive help from anyone while performing their mechanical repairs.
Participants compete in hopes of earning a Gold, Silver, or Bronze metal for their country. Gold medals are generally rewarded to participants who finished within 10% of their classes' top racer's total time.
The ISDE attracts entries upwards of 500 riders. This combined with with thousands of support crew and spectators has a major impact on tourist income for the venue in which it is based each year.
In essence, the International Six Days Enduro is the Olympics of off road racing.
