Amy Lerner and the Rally Aicha des Gazelles

Amy Lerner and her navigator Sabrina Howells will join over 300 women from 32 countries to compete in the 25th edition of the Rallye Aïcha des Gazelles. Crossing over 3,500 km of harsh terrain throughout Southern Morocco, the Rallye Aïcha des Gazelles is grueling off-road rally that has gained the well-deserved reputation as the toughest all-women’s sporting event. Teams face massive dunes, steep rocky mountains, dry riverbeds and lots and lots of sand. The rally is unique whereby teams are not allowed technological assistance. In the absence of GPS, communications and service crews, teams must find the shortest distance between the checkpoints over nine days of competition with only the aid of traditional navigation – compass, outdated maps, and plotters. The event is an incredible test of endurance, patience, and teamwork, pushing competitors to their limits. Follow along at http://aevusa.com/amy