• Navigators in Offroad - Kyle Craft, Trevor Ellingham, Jason Montes, Evan Weller, Emma Cornwell, Josh Felix

  • Aug 1 2024
  • Length: 2 hrs and 31 mins
  • Podcast

Navigators in Offroad - Kyle Craft, Trevor Ellingham, Jason Montes, Evan Weller, Emma Cornwell, Josh Felix

  • Summary

  • How do seasoned off-road racers and navigators build the unbreakable bond that can make or break a race? This episode of the Dirt Life Show takes you deep into the heart of off-road racing navigation with our special guest, Kyle Craft, who has navigated for legends like BJ Baldwin and Alan Ampudia. We explore the various navigator styles, from methodically following rally notes to relying on sheer instinct. Erica and I also reveal how understanding and syncing your navigation style with your driver's can be the secret weapon to winning races.

    Trust, communication, and mutual understanding are the bedrock of any successful driver-navigator partnership. Listen to Kyle Craft and Trevor Ellingham recount their own stories of navigating emotional and technical challenges that come with the territory. We compare these partnerships to personal relationships, showing how familiarity and synchronization can lead to smoother races. Learn from their experiences about maintaining composure, making precise calls, and the thrill of achieving perfect synchronization.

    Finally, we share practical advice and fascinating anecdotes from experienced navigators like Emma Cornwell and Erica. Discover tips on handling mechanical issues, managing driver fatigue and nutrition, and the importance of pre-race preparations. Whether you're interested in the dynamics of racing family members or the incredible challenges female navigators face, this episode covers it all. From pre-running nuances to the excitement of the Baja 500, tune in and gain a deeper understanding of the thrilling, unpredictable world of off-road racing.

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