South African hard enduro sensation Wade Young takes us on an incredible journey through his remarkable 2024 season, where he finished second overall in the Hard Enduro World Championship. In this interview, Wade opens up about the challenges he faced after unexpectedly parting ways with factory team Sherco just weeks before the season began.

Against all odds, Wade transformed what could have been a career setback into a triumph, with continuing support from Red Bull and local South African sponsors to compete as a privateer. This interview provides an intimate look into the world of hard enduro racing, tracing Wade's path from his early days in Junior Nationals to becoming one of the most respected riders in the sport. He shares insights into the mental and physical challenges of racing, his evolving rivalry with multiple-time world champion Manni Lettenbichler, and his vision for the future.

Adding to his impressive racing career, Wade also introduces his new 55 Hard Enduro training platform, designed to help aspiring riders improve their skills and understand the intricacies of hard enduro racing. From technical bike setup advice to mental preparation techniques, the platform represents Wade's commitment to growing the sport and supporting the next generation of riders.

Wade’s authenticity, resilience, and passion for hard enduro make this interview a must-watch for motorsport enthusiasts, racing fans, and anyone inspired by stories of overcoming adversity.

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Chapters

00:00 Intro

01:14 Fondest memory from junior racing

03:43 Doubling down on hard enduro

08:56 Trials bike training for hard enduro

10:52 From Sherco factory racing to privateer

19:36 Biggest challenges to set up your own team

23:08 What will it take to win the championship?

26:40 Differences between Sherco and GasGas bikes

27:36 55 Hard Enduro training platform

32:00 Quick-fire questions

34:00 Outro

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