Why all the Hype about the GS Trophy?

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4.9 • 915 Ratings

🗓️ 22 October 2020

⏱️ 68 minutes

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Summary

In 2008 BMW introduced the GS Trophy, an international competition where riders from around the world take part in competing on some of the most challenging terrains in exotic locations, and they’ve since continued the competition with qualifier and final event sequels. But, why all the hype about the GS Trophy and what does it mean for adventure motorcycle culture? We talk to BMW Ambassador, Shawn Thomas to find out. More motorcycle travel episodes available on Adventure Rider Radio at adventureriderradio.com. Want to help out? Rate and review us on iTunes or on your favourite podcast app, tell your family, friends, riding buddies or club about ARR. Check out our other show ARR RAW, round table talks about motorcycles and travel.Subscribe to both shows to listen to inspiring and interesting guests, learn from professional riding instructors and industry experts about all things motorcycle. Get an ARR sticker(postage included) with a $10 donation. Link on our website. Have a comment? Go to the episode show notes on our website and have your say at the bottom of the page. Adventure Rider Radio is now the most listened to motorcycle podcast in the world, and we thank you for your support!

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0:00.0	The G.S. Trophy is considered by many to be the ultimate motorcycle adventure challenge.
0:06.6	But why?
0:07.7	What exactly is the G.S. Trophy and why all the hype?
0:11.2	My name's Jim Martin.
0:12.2	This is Adventure Rider Radio. Stay with us, we got a good one for you. I'm Sammanica. Simon, Simon Pugh.
0:24.0	How you feel?
0:25.0	Jocelyn Snow.
0:26.0	Charlie Bowman. Carl Thomas.
0:27.0	He's the job.
0:28.0	Grant Johnson. Jimmy Lewis.
0:30.0	This Janssen, and you're listening to Adventure Rider Radio.
0:32.8	Before we get started I want to thank these fine companies that help get this
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