Orkney Beach Race 2014
Friday 25th July 2014
NorthLink Ferries were delighted to sponsor the 2014 Orkney Motocross Club beach race on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th July. This is a spectacular three hour endurance race on a three-mile-long track over sand dunes and fields. The race is held at the Bu in Burray and attracts riders come from all over Britain.
It’s a great day for spectators too – especially photographers – we hope you enjoy the pictures below!
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Orkney Beach Race 2014 – the starting line
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A rider takes to the air
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The sand dunes provide excellent jumps for the riders
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The track becomes more hazardous as the race progresses!
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A speeding rider at the Orkney Motocross Club Beach Race!
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We hope this jumping rider has a soft landing!
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We’re great admirers of these brave sportsmen!
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A rider crosses the finishing line!
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NorthLink Ferries were delighted to sponsor the Orkney Motocross Club Beach Race
![Orkney Motocross Club Beach Race 2014](/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/172.jpg)
If you missed this year’s beach race, we’d highly recommend attending next year. It’s great to see young Orcadian sportsmen and sportswomen enjoying and making the most of their island surroundings!