About 750 troops will control the points of access to the area of the test. 30 thousand people are expected in the path that goes from La Rioja to Fiambalá, the desert of Catamarca.






Under strict police controls took off the third stage of Dakar Rally 2010. that goes from La Rioja to the Catamarca Desert Fiambalá, characterized by the treacherous dunes of white sand and strong wind, which could generate red herrings and twists. The initial link is 259 km timed route, of 182 and no final link. In all competitors must walk 441 km.

It is estimated that approximately 750 police officers, as the National Gendarmerie, permanently monitor the points of access to the area of the test department at strategic points, especially in Fimbalá Tinogasta. Organizers estimated around 30,000 spectators will be witnessing the activity of the day.