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Reconnaissance of the route for the ‘AMV Shamrock-Rallye du Maroc' has just finished. The challenge was to find the greatest variety of terrain in the region stretching from Laayoune to Smara. The results mean that competitors will have a global vision of all the difficulties they could possibly encounter in Africa. Professionals and amateurs alike, there's something for everyone!

Classic…
For Stéphane Clair, General Director at NPO, it was important that the principle of the race remained simple and faithful to the spirit of the AMV-Shamrock. Competitors will drive on a circuit varying between 130 and 200km, to be completed once or twice with assistance to hand. The first loop of the day will be followed by a 30-minute break before the second loop. NPO wanted flexibility in terms of the rules and there will be no disqualification if a competitor does not complete a second circuit; there will only be severe time penalties. This edition will continue the tradition of conviviality that has made the event such a success. The epicentre of the rally will be Laayoune on the edge of the Sahara with a bivouac installed by the sea, and many events held on the beach.

Technical…
The race will include chotts, beaches, wadis, off-piste dunes, ergs with particularly tricky sand… There's definitely something for everyone! The rhythm of the race could be described as ‘crescendo'. The first relatively short circuit is ideal for a “reasonable” warm-up but is nevertheless a very varied course including some great off-piste sections. It's a great way to start the week with a wonderful sample of African terrains. The original aspect of the programme is that every other day, the race moves closer to the Atlantic on sandy terrain. The final circuit will be on the beach but not necessarily easy to negotiate. The beach must be earned!! Experienced and new drivers will be in heaven!

New…
This is an ideal rally for beginners because it is accessible for bikes and quads, cars and trucks; this year, it will also be open for the first time to SSVs. After its success at the Rally of Tunisia, the Enduro Cup will also be in Morocco. This formula means entering the race on an original bike with refuelling every 90km (like for SSVs). Finally, to make life even easier for the competitors, NPO is organising round-trip transportation for bikes and quads, from France to Laayoune.