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http://www.dakar.com/2008/DAK/presentation/us/r3_5-le-parcours.html

STAGE 1 - 05/01/2008
Lisboa > Portimão
Connection: 104 km | Special: 120 km | Connection: 262 km
Total: 486 km

This year’s rally opens with a completely new special – though the title of this stage may remind certain competitors of getting stuck in the sand very early on. This time, the alternation of sandy stretches does not in any way detract from the firm character of the terrain overall. Drivers will be able to prove their trajectory skills on the most tortuous parts. A good chance for everyone to find their feet.

STAGE 2 - 06/01/2008
Portimão > Málaga
Connection: 15 km | Special: 60 km | Connection: 460 km
Total: 535 km

The special is the same as the one familiar to competitors in 2007. This terrain could lend itself to trekking or a heat of the world mountain-bike championships: welcome to the mountains! The course is tortuous, the ground quite hard. Drivers will prudently slow the pace, just in case the course may be glistening wet. One false move on this “WRC-type” route, and the drop can be a severe one. Safer to err on the slower side. After the long liaison to Malaga, tired bodies will benefit from the night of the crossing. Trucks are not required to take part on this special.


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