Super Ok Track Day - The First Lap

Super Ok Track Day - The First Lap

Deus France team has been organizing rides around Biarritz for a while and a few months ago they thought it was time to gear up and organize their own track day. We sought a central, iconic location to unite enthusiasts from across France.

Consulting our friend and racer, Malivaï Castelli, he recommended exploring the Mas du Clos circuit—and we understood at first glance, we’ve found the place. Six months later, we found ourselves amidst the foothills of the Massif Central, on the 3.1 kilometre track designed in 1963 by Pierre Bardinon, the renowned Ferrari collector.

The circuit boasts a wide choice of bends, large curves, banked corners, and straight lines. It's one of those few circuits with still a "non-aseptic" layout, celebrated for its technical challenges and the emotional experiences it evokes.
At Mas du Clos, driving takes on its full meaning.

We seizing the opportunity to extend invitations to a couple of special guests: David, the owner of the Deus Mini; our favourite Mini mechanic and Mini World Center manager, Philippe Quiriere; and our good friend and pilot Valentin Simonet, who tested the Deus Mini, as you can watch in his YouTube video here.

Malivaï Castelli attended the event and shared valuable tips with all the pilots at the Super OK! Track Day.To bring some suspense, during the technical briefing, we randomly selected two participants and awarded them special prizes. The first winner got experience as a co-pilot aboard Malivaï’s Ford Escort RS 2000, while the second secured a full training session led by Malivaï.

Lucky them! Ain't we got fun? See you for the next edition! Stay tuned on @deustenement account.

Big thanks to our partners: Auto Heroes - Accelerio - Malivaï Pilotage - Mas du Clos

Photos:
Alexandre Taube
Agence Marée Montante 

 

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À la suite des quelques balades automobiles organisées autour de Biarritz, l’équipe de Deus Ex Machina France à voulu passer la seconde en organisant son propre Track Day.
Nous cherchions un lieu central, iconique pour rassembler les passionnés des quatre coins de la France.

Après un coup de téléphone à notre ami et pilote Malivaï Castelli, celui-ci nous conseille de jeter un œil au Mas du Clos. Coup de cœur. 6 mois plus tard, nous nous retrouvons au cœur des contreforts du Massif Central, sur le tracé de 3,1 kilomètres conçu en 1963 par Pierre Bardinon, le fameux collectionneur de Ferrari.

Ce circuit offre une diversité de virages, allant des grandes courbes aux virages en dévers, en passant par des sections droites gauches. Ce circuit, rouvert depuis peu, est renommé pour son tracé non "aseptisé", mêlant technicité et émotion. “Au Mas du Clos, le pilotage trouve son sens”.

Nous avons profité de cette belle occasion pour inviter David, le propriétaire de la Mini Deus Ex Machina et Philippe Quiriere notre préparateur de Mini favori, gérant du Mini World Center ainsi que notre ami Valentin Simonet dont vous avez déjà peut-être vu la vidéo sur sa chaîne YouTube.

Malivaï Castelli était également présent sur place pour prodiguer de précieux conseils aux participants du Super OK! Track Day qui ont pu gagné un baptême à bord de sa Ford Escort RS 2000 et un stage à bord de leur propre voiture.

C’était cool, non? On se voit pour la prochaine édition?
Restez à l’écoute sur le compte @deustenement

Un grand merci à nos partenaires : Auto Heroes - Accelerio - Malivaï Pilotage - Mas du Clos

Photos:
Alexandre Taube 
Agence Marée Montante

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Setiap tahun, teman-teman kita Tasix Adventure—penyelenggara petualangan ban berlumpur dan adrenalin berbahan bakar terbaik di Bali—mengadakan acara akhir pekan berkemah yang sangat dinanti-nantikan. Mereka menamakannya “ The Wild,” dan jujur saja, tidak ada kata yang lebih pas dari itu.

Ini bukan sekadar acara; ini adalah petualangan wajib bagi siapa saja yang mencintai tanah, tantangan, dan persahabatan yang hanya bisa terjalin saat tertawa melihat teman lain terjatuh.

Hal tentang The Wild adalah misterinya. Kamu tidak tahu ke mana akan pergi, bagaimana sampai di sana, atau apa yang akan kamu temui—seperti hidup, tapi dengan lebih banyak asap knalpot.

Tahun ini, The Wild yang berlangsung pada 7 Desember 2024, mengumpulkan 135 pecinta motor enduro, trail, dan cross di Desa Kopi, Tabanan. Tepat pukul 9 pagi, kami berangkat menuju Desa Gesing, Singaraja. Rute tetap dirahasiakan hingga hari acara, meningkatkan sensasi penasaran dan antusiasme. Dengan dibagi menjadi beberapa kelompok kecil, kami melengkapi diri dengan perlengkapan motocross lengkap untuk menghadapi tantangan musim hujan.

Perjalanan? Murni magis. Jalur berkelok melalui permata tersembunyi Bali, di mana setiap tikungan menawarkan pemandangan yang memukau atau hampir membuat jantung berhenti. Rute tahun ini menghadirkan medan tanah liat merah—dijuluki tanah "keramik" karena teksturnya yang licin dan keras saat basah. Untuk melintasinya, diperlukan teknik khusus yang disebut “paddling the throttle,” sebuah manuver yang mendebarkan dengan motor yang sering bergoyang liar. Dari kejauhan, mungkin terlihat lucu, tetapi saat di atas motor? Ceritanya berbeda.

Setelah menempuh 68 kilometer petualangan liar, kami tiba di perkemahan di puncak bukit yang sudah dipenuhi tenda-tenda peserta lain dan deru knalpot. Destinasi selalu mencuri perhatian, dan yang satu ini tidak terkecuali—tempat tinggi dengan pemandangan 360 derajat yang menakjubkan dari laut, gunung, hingga kota.

Saat hujan turun, tenda-tenda didirikan, dan malam itu diisi dengan berbagi cerita tentang penyelamatan heroik dan kecelakaan yang menggelikan. Dan tentu saja, ada balapan. Bayangkan sekelompok pengendara penuh semangat meluncur di perbukitan dalam kekacauan yang terkontrol. Balapan tahun ini termasuk duel 1 lawan 1 yang seru di sekitar puncak bukit, dengan peserta menyelesaikan dua putaran penuh adrenalin.

Bukan soal menang; ini tentang hadir, tertawa, dan menikmati momen. Para pemenang dan peserta tercepat yang mencapai puncak bukit dirayakan dengan hadiah, tetapi senyuman, persahabatan, dan kebersamaan membuat semua orang merasa seperti juara.

The Wild tahun ini benar-benar sesuai namanya, bahkan lebih. Petualangan, tawa, dan cukup banyak tanah di gigi untuk menyebutnya otentik—kami tidak akan menginginkannya dengan cara lain. Terima kasih yang sebesar-besarnya kepada semua peserta yang menjadikannya pengalaman tak terlupakan. Sampai jumpa di petualangan berikutnya!

Every year, our mates over at Tasix Adventure—Bali’s finest purveyors of muddy tyres and fuel-driven adrenaline—host their much-anticipated camp-out weekend. They’ve named it “Wild,” and honestly, there’s no better word for it.

It’s not just an event; it’s a pilgrimage for anyone who loves dirt, daring, and the kind of camaraderie you can only forge while laughing at someone else’s wipeout.

The thing about Wild is that it’s shrouded in mystery. You don’t know where you’re going, how you’ll get there, or what you’ll find—kind of like life, but with more exhaust fumes.

This year’s Wild, held on Saturday, December 7, 2024, brought together 135 enthusiasts of enduro, trail, and cross motorcycles at Desa Kopi, Tabanan. The route was kept a secret until the event day, heightening the thrill of the unknown. At exactly 9 am, they shared the destination, Desa Gesing, Singaraja, Divided into small groups, we geared up with full motocross kits to tackle the rainy season’s challenges.

The ride? Pure magic. Twisting trails through Bali’s hidden gems, where every turn promised either breathtaking views or breathtaking near-misses. This year’s route featured red clay terrain—nicknamed "ceramic" soil for its slick, hard texture when wet. Navigating it required a special technique called “paddling the throttle,” a nerve-wracking maneuver that had bikes swaying wildly. From a distance, it might have looked hilarious, but on the bike? It was a whole other story.

After 68 kilometres of this wild adventure, we arrived at the hilltop campsite already alive with the buzz of activity and the roar of exhausts. The destination always steals the spotlight, and this one was no exception—a high-altitude perch offering stunning 360-degree views of the sea, mountains, and city.

As the rain came down, tents went up, and the evening was all about swapping stories of heroic saves and laughable crashes. And then there were the races. Picture a pack of overexcited riders tearing up the hillside in what can only be described as controlled chaos. This year’s races included thrilling 1-on-1 duels around the hilltop, with participants pushing through two laps of sheer adrenaline.

It wasn’t just about winning; it was about showing up, laughing, and embracing the moment. The race winners and the fastest hilltop arrivals were celebrated with prizes, but the smiles, the camaraderie, and the shared triumphs made everyone feel like champions.

This year’s Wild lived up to its name and then some. Adventure, laughter, and just enough dirt in your teeth to call it authentic—we wouldn’t have it any other way. A massive thank you to all the participants who made it unforgettable. See you on the next adventure!

Here is the list of the days winners:

Tasix Adventure “ The Wild” Fun Race Champions:

4 Stroke Class : 
1st. Nova
2nd. Dudung
3rd. Feri
4th. Budi


2 Stroke Class : 
1st. Hamid
2nd. Made marta ( lonto )
3rd. Momok
4th. Diky

The Wild Champion : 
Nova (RSM)

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