Episodios

  • Young Guns prepare for the ERC Fiesta Rally3 Trophy

    Young Guns prepare for the ERC Fiesta Rally3 Trophy
    Apr 8 2026

    Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast. 2026 Season Episode 15

    In this episode, we sit down with Craig Rahill, Casey Jay Coleman, Cian Caldwell, and Kalum Graffin to discuss their upcoming campaign in the European Rally Championship Rally3 Trophy, a five-round, M-Sport Poland–run competition kicking off at Rally Sierra Morena in mid-April. Craig and Casey Jay return for their second season in the championship, bringing valuable experience and insight, while Cian and Kalum prepare to take on the challenge for the very first time. The crews share their expectations, preparations, and what it means to compete across some of Europe’s most iconic and demanding rally stages. From the gravel of Sweden to the asphalt of Spain and Italy, and on to Poland and the Czech Republic, the 2026 Fiesta Rally3 Trophy promises a true test of skill, adaptability, and endurance. With a Ford Fiesta Rally2 prize drive at JDS Machinery Rali Ceredigion awaiting the overall winner, the stakes are high. Tune in for an inside look at the drivers, the competition, and the road ahead.
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    45 m
  • Review of North Wales & Birr Rallies, plus preview of Circuit of Ireland.

    Review of North Wales & Birr Rallies, plus preview of Circuit of Ireland.
    Apr 2 2026
    Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast. 2026 Season, episode 14. This week’s episode features a conversation with North Wales Rally Historic winners Marty McCormack and Barney Mitchell, who reflect on their performance and what it took to secure the victory in their stunning Mats van den Brand-prepared BMW M3. We also catch up with Shane Quinn following his impressive second-place finish in his Rally 2 Fiesta at the Birr Rally, discussing key moments from his event. Two-wheel drive category winner Aaron McIntyre joins us as well, offering insight into his winning drive in his 2.5 Starlet. Looking ahead, we preview the upcoming McKinney Competitions Circuit of Ireland in the company of Graeme Stewart, in what promises to be some enthralling battles for the weekend. Chapters Start 00:00:00 Marty McCormack & Barney Mitchell 00:03:15 Shane Quinn 00:36:23 Aaron McIntyre 00:54:25 UAC with Graeme Stewart 01:06:26 End 01:19:48
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    1 h y 20 m
  • East African Safari Classic Rally Review

    East African Safari Classic Rally Review
    Mar 30 2026
    Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, Episode 14. East African Safari Classic Rally. In this episode, we talk with Keith McIvor and David Burns following their sensational 5th overall finish at the 2025 East African Safari Classic Rally. They take us behind the wheel of one of the toughest endurance events in motorsport, sharing the highs, challenges, and defining moments of their campaign. The journey goes far beyond competition—having raised over £30,000 to fund a clean water borehole in a Kenyan village, their story is one of real impact. We are also joined by Clerk of the Course Andy Gilmore, who offers a fascinating look at what it takes to organise and deliver such a monumental rally as he delves into the work that is done by an incredibly small team.
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    1 h y 28 m
  • Reviews of West Cork & Safari Rally Kenya, with Andy Hayes & Allan Harryman.

    Reviews of West Cork & Safari Rally Kenya, with Andy Hayes & Allan Harryman.
    Mar 26 2026
    Welcome to Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast. In episode 13 of our 2026 season, we bring you the latest and most compelling stories from the rally world. First, we interview Andy Hayes, the winning co-driver from the West Cork Rally, who shares how he and Josh Moffett achieved their victory. This was the first win for the Toyota Yaris GR Rally 2 on a round of the ITRC. We also hear from Allan Harryman, who reflects on his WRC Rally3 success at the Safari Rally as he co-drove for George Vasilakis in the M-Sport Poland Rally 3 Fiesta. He and George won in the Rally3 category and the WRC Masters on an event that means so much to the Harryman family. Covering events from Irish stages to the challenges of African terrain, this episode offers insight and perspective from both competitors. Chapters Start - 00:00:00 Andy Hayes - 00:05:30 Allan Harryman - 00:29:30 End - 00:52:35
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    53 m
  • West Cork Rally Review

    West Cork Rally Review
    Mar 19 2026
    Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2026 Season, episode 12. This week’s episode looks back at the 2026 West Cork Rally with John Dalton and Eurig Davies, the top two-wheel-drive crew in their Darrian, who reflect on their victory and explain why competing in such an iconic car means so much to them. Frank Kelly joins us to recount how disrupted travel plans turned into an unforgettable West Cork adventure. We also hear from Sam Touzel and Max Freeman, who share their experience of competing in Ireland this season and their impressions of the West Cork stages. Chapters Start 00:00:00 John Dalton & Eurig Davies 00:03:10 Frank Kelly 00:29:45 Sam Touzel & Max Freeman 00:55:15 End 01:27:03
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    1 h y 27 m
  • Review Bishopscourt & Costa Brava and preview West Cork Rally.

    Review Bishopscourt & Costa Brava and preview West Cork Rally.
    Mar 12 2026
    Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2026 Season, episode 11. In this episode, we look back at the opening round of the Northern Ireland Rally Championship in Bishopscourt with Jonny Greer and co-driver Niall Burns, who join us to reflect on their winning performance and a strong start to their championship campaign. We also catch up with Osian Pryce to discuss his outing at Rally Costa Brava in the FIA European Historic Rally Championship, where he piloted a Ford Escort RS1800 run by Wales Motorsport. Plus, we look ahead to round two of the Irish Tarmac Rally Championship, the iconic West Cork Rally, as Clerk of the Course Steve Davis joins us to preview what competitors and fans can expect. Chapters Start 00:00:00 Race & Rally Stages with Jonny Greer & Niall Burns 00:03:20 Costa Brava Historics chat with Osian Pryce 00:29:50 West Cork Rally Preview with COC Steve Davis 00:56:20 End 01:15:23
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    1 h y 15 m
  • WRC commentator Jon Desborough

    WRC commentator Jon Desborough
    Mar 8 2026
    Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2026 Season, episode 10. In this episode, we’re joined by Jon Desborough, the original "voice of rally". Jon is a prominent sports journalist, veteran WRC commentator and author. Jon has spent years immersed in the highs, heartbreaks, and characters that define rallying. In this episode, he shares insights into his time commentating on the WRC for Channel 4 and ITV, as well as what led him to transition into writing rally fiction novels during the COVID lockdown. From behind-the-scenes stories to reflections on rallying’s greatest eras and personalities, this episode offers a fascinating look at the sport through the eyes of someone who has dedicated his career to telling its story
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    1 h y 4 m
  • Review Fivemiletown & Mayo Rallies plus we preview the Northern Ireland Championship.

    Review Fivemiletown & Mayo Rallies plus we preview the Northern Ireland Championship.
    Mar 5 2026

    Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast. 2026 Season, episode 9.

    In this episode, we’re joined by Niall McGonigle to reflect on his victory at the Fivemiletown Spring Stages Rally.

    We also review the Mayo Stages Rally with overall winner David Kelly, plus the two-wheel-drive victors Brian Lavelle and Jack Kelly.

    Finally, we look ahead to the upcoming Northern Ireland Rally Championship season with Championship Coordinator Gavin Campbell, discussing what competitors and fans can expect in the months ahead.

    Chapters

    Start 00:00:00

    FMT with Niall McGonigle 00:02:20

    Mayo - David Kelly 00:19:50

    Mayo Brian Lavelle & Jack Kelly 00:28:50

    NI Championship - Gavin Campbell 00:45:40

    End 01:02:09
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    1 h y 2 m