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In this episode, we sit down with rising South African hard enduro star James Moore to discuss his remarkable journey and exciting plans for 2025. Despite only racing professionally for three years, James has already made significant waves in the sport, including a breakthrough performance at the 2024 Hard Enduro World Championship. The 18-year-old talent shares the details of his new deal with Rigo Racing, which will see him relocate to Italy to compete in the Junior Hard Enduro World Championship alongside fellow South African Matthew Green.

James also opens up about his incredible performance at the 2024 Roof of Africa, where he secured a provisional third place overall despite breaking his foot on day one. From his transition from Gas Gas to KTM, to his unique riding style and technical approach as one of the tallest riders in the sport, Moore provides fascinating insights into his rapid rise in hard enduro. This conversation captures the story of a young rider on the cusp of international success, bringing South African talent to the world stage once again.

Chapters:
00:00 Racing Career
03:14 Move to KTM and South African Racing
05:45 Move to Rigo Racing
08:40 2024 HEWC
14:27 2025 Plans
16:17 The benefits of being tall
18:18 2024 Roof of Africa
21:00 Difference between linkage and PDS
22:18 Sponsors for 2025
23:53 Racing as a junior in the HEWC
25:00 Difference in riding techniques between riders
28:06 2-stroke or 4-stroke in hard enduro
29:00 Signing out

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In this episode of the World Hard Enduro Podcast, we sit down with Tom James, owner of Moto Fit and former professional rugby player, to discuss the often misunderstood world of off-road motorcycle fitness and training. Tom shares his journey from professional rugby to becoming a sought-after fitness coach in the motorsport industry, working with riders from local enthusiasts to world champions.

Discover why proper training is crucial for both amateur and professional riders, and learn about common training mistakes to avoid. Tom breaks down the differences between training for motocross, enduro, and hard enduro, while emphasizing the importance of building a well-rounded foundation for long-term success. He explains why lower body strength is more critical than most riders realize, discusses building sustainable training habits for amateur riders, and shares insights on preventing injuries through proper fitness.

The conversation also covers Tom's personal journey as he prepares to compete in Romaniacs 2025 alongside his clients, offering a unique perspective as both coach and competitor. Whether you're a weekend warrior or aspiring hard enduro athlete, this episode offers valuable insights into approaching your training smarter, not harder, ensuring you get the most enjoyment and success from your riding experience.

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Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:37 Story behind Moto Fit
03:01 Strength and conditioning in hard enduro
05:55 Differences in training for hard enduro, classic enduro and motocross
08:17 Balance between cardio and strength
12:09 Incorporating riding into your training
17:34 Common mistakes in training
19:21 Finding a riders base fitness level
22:16 Get in contact with Moto Fit
24:07 Moto Fit taking on Romaniacs

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Join the World Hard Enduro Podcast for our Christmas Special as we break down all the exciting team changes and rider moves for the 2025 Hard Enduro and Super Enduro World Championships! In this festive episode, we dive deep into the latest industry developments, covering the Brightmore Brothers' move to X-Grip team, Cody Webb's unexpected transition to Yamaha, Jonny Walker's shift to Triumph, Alfredo Gomez joining Beta, and Radford Chugg getting sponsored by Sherco UK. We also discuss the bittersweet news of Michael Walkner's retirement from the sport, exploring the challenges facing professional hard enduro riders.

This episode offers unique insights into bike technologies, including debates about four-stroke versus two-stroke motorcycles, and provides a tantalizing preview of upcoming interviews and podcast developments. We celebrate our hard enduro community while looking forward to an exciting 2025 season.

Don't miss this packed episode full of insider information and Christmas cheer!

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Chapters:
00:00 Intro
03:18 Brightmore Brothers
08:04 Jonny Walker
14:50 Cody Webb
16:53 Alfredo Gomez
19:18 Will Hoare
20:46 Radford Chugg
24:57 Michael Walkner

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