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From Para to Dakar

Overcoming Paralysis and Conquering the Dakar Rally

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From Para to Dakar

By: Joey Evans
Narrated by: Joey Evans, Meredith Evans
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"I’ve realised that when things are really tough and there seems no hope for the future, it’s sometimes just Chapter One of a really cool story, and the ending is entirely up to you."

Joey Evans has always loved bikes, from his first second-hand Raleigh Strika at the age of six to the powerful off-road machines that became his passion later on in his life. His dream was one day to ride the most gruelling off-road race in the world, the 9000km Dakar Rally.

In 2007 his dream was shattered when he broke his back in a racing accident. His spinal cord was crushed, leaving him paralysed from just below his chest. Doctors gave him a 10 per cent chance of ever walking again.

Many would have given up and become resigned to life in a wheelchair, but not Joey Evans. Not only would he get back on his feet and walk, but he would also keep his Dakar dream alive. It was a long and painful road to recovery, involving years of intensive rehabilitation and training, but he had the love and support of both family and friends and an incredible amount of determination.

Joey shares the many challenges he and his family faced, relating the setbacks, as well as successes, along the way to the Dakar start line. But the start line was only the first goa. His sights were set on reaching the finish line, which he did in 2017, the only South African to do so.

From Para to Dakar is so much more than the story of one man reaching the Dakar finish line. It is a story of friendship and respect, compassion and kindness. It is about defying the odds to reach a dream, it is about grit, endurance and raw courage, and it is inspiring in its true heroism.

©2017 Joey Evans (P)2019 Joey Evans
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A truly amazing story of human endeavour and the strength of the human spirit. The story at times overwhelmed me with emotion, and often I found myself stunned by the roller-coaster ride I was listening to. Essential listening for anyone who has ever thrown their leg over a motorbike. 5 Stars.

A Dakar Hero

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Joey is a true legend and an amazing story. A must listen for everyone who every feels that you can do it. thanks Joey
Paul Dingle

AWESOME

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Amazing story from Joey. Must read for everyone, that is so much deeper than a motorcycle story.

Must Read!

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A story that grabs your heart strings and inspires you to live life and never give up, even if you don’t like bikes!

Inspirational!

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I couldn't stop! I absolutely loved it. Thank you Joey and Meredith. From Australia

inspirational in every sense of the word

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Very hard to stop listening find myself binge listening and hanging on every chapter definitely recommend to others

Gripping Story

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