Tamsin Jones
Motorcycle racing // Wales
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Late-blooming Welsh motorcyclist Tamsin Jones conquered the notorious Dakar Rally, transitioning from mountain biking to become one of the UK’s top female enduro riders.
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Tamsin Jones is a Welsh off-road motorcycle racer who conquered the prestigious Dakar Rally despite starting her motorcycling journey relatively late at age 24, transitioning from downhill mountain biking to become one of the UK’s most accomplished female enduro riders.
EARLY YEARS
Originally from Wheatley, just outside Oxford, Tamsin later moved to Merthyr Tydfil in South Wales. She didn’t begin riding motorcycles until age 24, having previously been involved in downhill mountain biking competitions[1]. Her introduction to motorcycles came through a friend who took her to look at an old Honda MTX 125, marking the beginning of her unexpected journey into motorsports[3].
EARLY SUCCESS
After transitioning to motorcycles, Jones quickly made her mark in the challenging world of enduro racing. She competed in extreme enduro events throughout the UK and Romania, developing her skills in some of the most demanding terrains. Her dedication to the sport was evident as she often spent weekends on trail rides that would continue until nearly midnight[1]. The Welsh Two Day Enduro became her proving ground, where she won the “Top Lady” title four times out of seven attempts, establishing herself as a formidable competitor in the UK enduro scene[1].
NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS
- Multiple years: Four-time “Top Lady” at the Welsh Two Day Enduro[1].
- Multiple years: Competed in extreme enduro events across the UK and Romania[1].
- Multiple years: Participated in desert racing events in Qatar, Morocco, Tunisia, Mauritania, and Mali[1].
- Unknown year: Successfully completed the legendary Dakar Rally despite early setbacks including a crash and mechanical issues[1].
- Unknown year: Rode from John O’Groats to Land’s End by pushbike as part of her physical preparation for rally racing[1].
REPUTATION
Jones has earned recognition as one of the UK’s most determined and accomplished female off-road motorcyclists. Her perseverance through the notoriously difficult Dakar Rally—continuing despite crashes and mechanical failures—cemented her reputation as a rider with extraordinary mental toughness and technical skill[1]. Beyond her competitive achievements, Tamsin has become known for her commitment to expanding women’s participation in motorsports. Through her Black Desert Training School, she has created opportunities for other women to enter the traditionally male-dominated world of off-road motorcycling, establishing herself as both a competitor and mentor in the motorsports community[2][4].
FUTURE GOALS/PLANS
In 2025 and beyond, Tamsin plans to continue expanding her Black Desert Training school, with a particular focus on bringing more women into off-road motorcycling through specialized instruction[4]. She remains committed to her work with the TRAX Motor Project charity, using motorsports as a vehicle for positive social impact[1]. While specific racing plans haven’t been announced publicly, her ongoing ambassador role with adventure brand Craghoppers suggests she’ll maintain her presence in the rally and off-road racing world while balancing competitive pursuits with her growing influence as an instructor and mentor[1].
References:
Tamsin Jones – Rally Racer Profile
Women in Motorsport Feature
Off-Road Racing Stars
Black Desert Training School
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