A ride across Europe's only desert in Spain sounds like a dream trip for most, but with only a 10-minute kip and no support, it quickly becomes a different challenge. Danni Shrosbree and Bradley Shenton decided to take on Badlands. An almost 800km/16,000m self-supported gravel riding race through a scorching-hot desert.

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Fully prepped with the proper nutrition and mentality, the pair do what they do best: ride, ride and ride. The edit tells the story of the highs and lows of riding 53 hours and 30 minutes in gruelling conditions. Superb film footage of incredible inspirational scenery and raw, unfiltered vocals, with a true spectrum of emotions shared, will leave you in awe of their dedication and determination. 

The pair were supported by Hunt wheels, Precision Performance and others which helped them secure their 1st placed pair title. 

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