Thousands of people line either side of the drag strip while race after race goes on. It is fast, loud, dirty and dangerous. Another races his van, bouncing and swerving his way down. The crowd stands back, ready to head down the hill if the driver loses control. Park rangers hand out tickets to those who violate riding laws.
Riders compete for more than just speed.
It is a chance to show who has the hottest bikes and buggies and who are the better riders. After dinner, it is time to fuel up and go for a night ride. Riders race up the steep sand to see who can make it to the top first, or even make it to the top at all. Late at night, bonfires light up the desert sky. It is storytelling time.