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ill ,; o Z ~ w Z W ..J lJ > lJ by Alice Rhea I've watched in bug-eyed wonder as J.N. Roberts streaked across the desert; as Joel Robert roared around SaddIeback's motocross course and shot off the berm; as Rick Woods did bis feet-up power slides around the speedway course in Orange County; but watching English Trials is fascinating; almost hypnotic. With engines muffled so you are able to stand next to one while it is running and hold a'conversation, moving in slow motion with the ease and grace of a ballet dancer, the Trials riders glide over terrain where you couldn't walk. Bike and rider are on their own as they att~mpt to "clean" each section. The section might be a rock pile, a slippery creek bed or logs, and each rider must guide his machine through without putting his feet down or losing forward TRIAL DE ESPANA motion. December 10, Escape Country will play host to the third annual Trial de Espana. In addition to the awesome display of talent, which includes World Champion Mick Andrews and Canadian . Champion John Ranger, the proceeds_of the even t will go to send the top sou them California Trials riders to Europe for the 1973 championship rounds. In English Trials, the terrain and obstacles are as nature has left them, but the layout crew was able to find sections at Escape Coun try which' present sufficient challenge to delight the most skillful rider and sections which are easy enough not to discourage the quaking Novice. To -add to the entertainment there will be a special dass for celebrities and members of the press and the motorcycle industry. Last year's winner, Tony Murphy of "Motorcyclist" magazine will be competing with Bruce Brown (of "On Any Sunday" fame) who is this year's Grand Marshall, and possibly with Steve McQueen, Rick Woods, Dick Mann, and Archie Bunker. (?!) This is a roo torcyde even t which your grandmother would enjoy watching. The lack of noise and dust and the moderate speeds make it pleasurable for the whole family. And if 1032 W. BROOKS Sf.' ONTARIO,CA 91762·714 983·5871 Paneling * Insulating * Carpeting * Speakers * Swivel Seats Port Holes * Ice Box * Cabinets * Beds * Wet Bars * light Shows * Or Whatever * In Your Van you are even somewhat aware of the skill it takes to ride a motorcycle over rough terrain you will be fascinated, ad was. If you order your tiGkets in advance for one measly dollar you receive not only admission to watch the event, but a chance to win a Trials prepared Montesa, Ossa or Bultaco, each worth about $1000. Send your dollar to: Trial de Espana, Escape Country, Robinson Ranch, Trabuco Canyon, California 92678. If you wish to compete send your $3 for en try fee pi us S1 for admission (that's $4 altoge'ther) to: Trial de Espana, 2475 McKnight Drive, Lemon Grove, California 92045. * a'I~1111I1 DISf"LA Y ADVERTISING DEADLINE (213)427-7 Tlip riders TUNE IT IN, 1hen tum it ON ! DKW - Rickman - Steen's Super "T" Super Price '73 Bultaco Sherpa "Tn 350cc Renthal Bus - 2 ply Trials Tire - Spark Arrestor - Skid' Plates - Gas Tank Sealed - Bike sent out of state 4701 EI Cajon Blvd. San Diego, Ca. 92115 (714) 283·2078 TUNE IT IN! - for the ride I!!! \WIt !!! Downhills are a little easier.