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the Rally For Rangers team acknowledge that starting a rally in a new location is often fraught with logistical problems however , “ once we establish operations in a country and manage the logistics , securing government support becomes progressively easier .”
The demand for such initiatives is growing and with it the number of Rally For Rangers destinations is growing , Laos has been added to the list this year .
“ The process typically involves either governments or rangers contacting us , or we may have an application system in place ,” Tom added stating that several criteria must be met before a project is initiated . “ Firstly , the country must utilise motorcycles in their operations … secondly there must be a local NGO capable of receiving funds to purchase motorcycles , as we cannot allocate donor money directly to a government .”
In fact , the NGOs must themselves be vetted to ensure they can be trusted with the funds and the logistics of purchasing and registering motorcycles , the procedures vary greatly depending on the location .
“ Logistical support from an NGO is essential ,” Tom confirmed . “ Along with a guide service to assist in mapping routes and coordinating purchases within the local economy . We always buy bikes from in-country vendors rather than shipping them .”
It ’ s a way that Rally For Rangers ensures the local economy is supported at all levels and yet , some regions have been flagged as too challenging or complex to achieve a workable outcome .
“ Applications have occasionally been rejected ,” sighed Tom . “ Applicants that
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