After 40+ years in the red centre, it goes without saying that dirt bikes have a huge influence in Michael's life. Pursuing this passion led to a somewhat surprise finish of 3rd outright in Finke in 1997. This enthusiasm for racing, training and building bikes, coupled with the need to truly test himself against the elements, led to a Finke outright victory in 2001 - he is still the last bike rider to beat the cars!

2010 still resulted in a credible finish of 7th outright, however age and injuries take its toll in this sport.... 

Vroomy's love of bikes and getting out and exploring in the desert has not diminished; “I have lived here my whole life, and I still think this place is awesome - so vast and truly remote - we are fortunate to have this at our backdoor, and you would be crazy not to experience it!”

Currently, Vroomy's rides include a KTM Kit690 Rally and a trick 350 EXC-F . He also has an '89 CR250 that is ready for restoration when he has some spare time...

Michael Vroom (Vroomy)

Damo's claim to fame was cracking a 10th outright in Finke on a DRZ400 back in 2000.

A young family and his studies kept him out of the scene for a few years, but this didn’t dull his passion for bikes and the urge to get back into the saddle was too powerful to ignore.

Like Vroomy, age and injury (and responsibility!) have slowed him down, but the thrill of getting out and discovering the regions' best tracks in the unique Aussie outback still provides him with great satisfaction.

“Some of the sights we’ve seen whilst out exploring this region are truly sensational. To share these with others through our tours is something that is really exciting for both of us”

At present, Damian has a KTM 300 EXC 2-stroke and a lovingly restored '92 CR250. A 790 Adventure R is on the wish list too!

Damian McGrath (Damo)