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A very well written honest account of Rob's own life as a professional MX rider. Down to earth and accurately sharing his humble starting out in riding ,and racing those early Midland Centre meetings... See more
The 80's were the golden years for 500cc Motocross, the premier class. The bikes were brutal and the men that rode them were made of iron. Rob Andrews went from a privateer to a full factory racer t... See more
A well put together read, having been racing during this same time period, although not at Rob's level, it brought me back to a time when racing was a true family sport. It goes into enough detail t... See more
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The Inside Line: Racing the 500cc World Motocross Championship is the critically-acclaimed new book by British former 500 GP racer Rob Andrews. Have you ever wondered what it must have been like to race in the 500cc motocross GPs during their 1980s heyday? 'The Inside Line' tells you. Tracing Rob's journey from complete beginner, through to factory Kawasaki rider, GP contender, and Motocross des Nations team member, The Inside Line goes where no book has gone before: deep into the heart of life as a professional motocross racer. Superbly illustrated with nearly 400 pictures from some of the finest photographers in the industry, it takes the reader on a fascinating odyssey of insight and intrigue. Learn the inner workings of the grand prix motocross world, get answers to long-pondered questions, and discover things you never knew. There are facts that will surprise you, anecdotes that will make you laugh, and honest, never-before-published information. Find out how it felt to race against motocross legends on the world’s most famous circuits. Discover what it was like to race a full-factory 500 for Team Kawasaki. Learn how the riders lived, travelled, trained, and practiced while on the road. And even read how many in the close-knit GP paddock were ripped-off in an elaborate, multi-million-pound financial scam. Seriously. It happened. Join Rob as he guides you - in his own words - through the jubilant highs and occasionally devastating lows of his journey from raw novice all the way to the biggest stage of all: the world motocross championship. And by the end you’ll understand just what it was like - and what it took - to be a grand prix racer.
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A book every motocross fan should have
A very good book with interesting text and beautiful pictures. A good way to see into the life of a GP motocrossrider.
And Rob is very easy to communicate with and answers quickly and helpful to all mail.
If you are a motocross fan you should own this book.
what a great read from a real star of a…
what a great read from a real star of a generation of racers that we'll likely never see again
well scripted, balanced view of racing and life - couldn't put it down once i started.
Good book fast dellivery to Sweden
If you love motocross
If you love motocross, especially from the formative years of the sport then you must read this book. It's personal nature and detail of life on the GP circuit and getting there is very poignant and riveting. High quality book and loved reading about the MX heroes i read about as a kid that made me love the sport and riding. Thank you so much Rob!
Rob's book is incredible and will make you an insomniac!
I purchased Rob's book and quickly thumbed through it just to see all of the quality pictures. I was so impressed by those that I thought they nearly justified the cost of the book! Once I started reading it, it was difficult to put it down. Rob's insight regarding what it was like to compete at the highest level of motocross makes one truly understand just how much commitment and sacrifice it takes for the racer, their support team, and their family. In addition, traveling between all of the European countries during that time presented so many logistical challenges that we would not even have to consider here in the U.S. That in itself is just one more factor that added to the stress of what it was like in Rob's life as a Grand Prix motocross racer. It was certainly that way for many other racers and his stories through the book clearly express what he and his team and family encountered along his decade long journey. Those of us who have followed the sport all know of the top names across the years (Aberg, Hallman, Weil, Robert, DeCoster, Mikola, Lackey, Carlquist, etc.) and they have been featured in many race documentaries but I believe that Rob's book is so well written that it would translate very well to a movie. It would be very interesting for a movie producer to highlight the sport through the eyes of rider's like Rob Andrews.
I would highly recommend the book to anyone, not just those who have had an interest in motocross.
What a great read ..
What a great read and fantastic pictures, I was lucky enough to be a mechanic on the circuit in 90/91 and this book has bought back some great memories with some great people. Thanks for a great book Rob !!
Rob's Inside Line
Rob's book was a pleasure to read. I was fortunate to be stationed in Germany with the US Air Force from 1985 - 87. During this time I was able to go to several World Championship MX GPs. This book brought me back to those races and all the great memories I had of them. I love his personal experiences during these times. The Namur section was my favorite as I was there in 85 and 86. My favorite race of all time was Namur 85. Thanks for putting out a book of the best time in the MX World Championships. The detailed insights to that great time in MX history kept me glued to the pages. Thanks Rob and best of luck in the future.
As a former MX'er
As a former MX'er, who dreamt of racing the GP's some day, this was a special book. His struggles to get to the top of his career, matched many of us racers. Totally relate to all the travels and stories. The pictures are so great as well. Any Motocross fan needs this book. I've read my copy 3 times. I'm due for a 4th read. Thanks Rob, love the book!!
Absolutely loved this book
For me the eighties is the greatest period in motocross not only here in europe but also in America too. It was such an exciting time with bikes evolving so quickly and legendary riders riding exotic true works bikes in the best looking and coolest gear. Being one of those riders Rob caputures that era perfectly with behind the scenes back stories and photographs that allow us into that very precious and important time of moto history.
Rob also personaly signed the book and added a small inscription in the first couple of pages which I felt was a really cool touch and I really appreciated. Thank you Rob.
Grand Prix Gold
A great read! A unique view of the life of a rider on the Grand Prix circuit in the golden age of motocross. Fantastic photos, a quality tome. You can almost smell the pre-mix!
A great insight behind the scenes of the motocross grand prix in the glory days of the sport.
A great book for all motocross fans, and even fans of other motorsports. Lots of small personal details of the life of someone making it to the top of a sport the hard way. A lot of photos too that really illustrate the story well as you read through it. A fascinating insight, 10/10
It is a werry good telling story and…
It is a werry good telling story and explaning how it was to be in the motocross ind the 80-90, I my self was alsow a part it as mecanic for Hakan Carlqvist 1987 and 1988 and now Rob from the time.
Wou cant by a better book
Best regards Jens
Great book that captures an amazing time in MX.
Fantastic book which brought back the excitement and passion that got me in Motocross as a kid at the time.
So good my Dad read it twice!
For motocross fans
Interested in motocross? -Then this is a must have! Especially if you are familiar with the stars of the eighties.
Rob tells his stories in a captivating way and gives information that only one who has been in the game can give. Combined with great photos, this book is my best buy ever!
What a great read
What a great read! Real insight in to the glory days of both British and world championship motocross.
Excellent read.
Excellent read.
It was refreshing to hear from a riders point of view what goes on behind the scenes and what it takes to be a GP rider.
Being an ex rider from the late 80s and into the 90s made it even more interesting for me.
More riders should do the same.
In my view this is one of the best books I have read.
In my view this is one of the best reads I have had in such a long time. Being a motocross fan and ex racer myself albeit it not at this level the insight that Rob puts into this and the pictures were fantastic.
I have read it twice over now and I know I will do so again.
very intresting bok and a great subjekt.
Thoroughly enjoyed the book
Thoroughly enjoyed the book. It gave you a great insight into the 500GPs in the 80s. And some awesome photos to go with it.
Recommend it to any true motocross fan
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