Expect the unexpected, prepare for the worst
Accept it: Things. Go. Wrong. And when they do, they happen in the worst place and at the most inappropriate time.
Mike Brailey
Born in the UK, Mike went to school in England and France before hiking across most of Europe in his early twenties. With a background as a photographer and engineer in the automotive industry, he has worked in Europe, the Middle East, South Africa, Southeast Asia and the Americas. His heart beats for classic cars and motorcycles, favouring an expedition equipped 1963 Land Rover Series IIA for overlanding. He is an outdoor enthusiast and, in 2016, followed his vocation to become an adventure journalist.
EXPOSED: Land Rover New Defender cover-up
The Land Rover New Defender is a champion in its natural habitat: the most remote and challenging terrain. But is it really infallible?
LIQUI MOLY goes from strength to strength – because the care
The German oil and additives manufacturer is increasing its market share as the popularity of LIQUI MOLY vehicle care products soars.
MAN TGE – a van on track to conquer the world
MAN Truck & Bus has unveiled a van in Austria for previously unthinkable operations. The TGE 3.180 4×4 combi van is equipped with special caterpillar drive. This enables it to drive over snow-covered slopes or muddy meadows even in winter,…
Gear Guide 2021: Kyrgyzstan, Pacific Coast and Europe, Field Tests, Vehicles, and Skills
A dedicated gear issue with in-depth equipment testing, classic vehicle features, long-distance travel routes, and practical overland skills. (104 pages)
THE PEEL DEAL – LIQUI MOLY’s new agent against stubborn grime
The car care specialist launches a new product made from orange terpenes.
LAND ROVER: ADVENTURE-READY DEFENDER WORKS V8 TROPHY
Land Rover Classic is continuing the formidable expedition legacy of the original Defender with a limited production run of adventure-ready Defender Works V8 Trophy vehicles for an exclusive competition at Eastnor Castle in 2021.
Matzker Discovery dc8 – From Good to Thoroughbred
Perfecting the Discovery 5 - according to Matzker. A hint of what to expect with their New Defender.