Field Tested: REV’IT! Fargo Jacket
A hint of retro, modern engineering and everything else you'd expect from a REV'IT! jacket.
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.
Field Tested: Zarges K 424 XC
Or…how to make a big case very manageable. The challenge was simple: plenty of space; protection for the contents; must withstand the elements; simple for one person to manage. In preparation for a road trip across America from Charleston, South…
Winter 2018: Greenland Crossing South to North, Libya, Jordan Canada and Trailers
A complete crossing of Greenland, travels through Libya, Jordan, and Canada, extensive trailer tests, and articles on medicine, photography, and expedition technology. (120 pages)
EZA DEM200 Jump Starter
When your attempt to start the engine results in a disheartening click, EZA can help.
Autumn 2018: Greater Caucasus Mountains, Sinai Peninsula, Nepal and Vehicle Organisation
Expeditions across the Greater Caucasus, Sinai Peninsula and Nepal, combined with vehicle organisation, field testing, photography and Skills. (126 pages)
Ledlenser MT14 – LED torch that begs to be taken everywhere
Powerful, compact, zoom function, fast charging, metal case—all criteria on my wish list when I started looking for my companion light. So, when Stefan Knopp told me about his experience with the Ledlenser XEO19R headlamp, I took a closer look at…
Summer 2018: Western Sahara, Patagonia, Cameroon and Firepits
Expeditions across Western Sahara, Patagonia and Cameroon, including firepit field tests, long-distance journeys, conservation work, photography and medical Skills. (126 pages)
Spring 2018: Guatemala, Hatchets, Kalahari Desert and Texas
Features from Guatemala, the Kalahari Desert and Texas, including hatchet field tests, a compact expedition vehicle, conservation reporting and navigation Skills. (126 pages)