Midland Alan 42 DS: Portable CB radio with digital squelch
Why We Needed It Most of the time, we travel with just one or two vehicles. But when we planned an adventure through the backlands of Portugal with four cars and two adventure motorcycles, we knew we’d be short on CB radios for convoy comms. After weighing up several new models, we went for the […]
Winter Essentials – Emergency kit to keep in the car
I know there is plenty of talk about global warming, melting glaciers, and the lack of snow in some popular ski resorts, but that doesn’t mean we can’t get caught out by a cold snap. To put that into perspective, I was driving back from Stuttgart with a friend in January of this year, when […]
YETI launches limited edition vibrant colours inspired by real adventures.
YETI’s latest hues aren’t just some random selction from a designer’s pallet, they are drawn from real adventurers and their treacherous daily routines. Firstly, there are the deep sea fishermen who work the stormierst waters of them all, the Bering Sea, in their bid to catch the highly sought after King Crab. Indestructible equipment is […]
Field Test: Klim Krios Pro ECE/DO – Is this the perfect helmet for adventure motorcyclists?
Are you an adventure motorcyclist in search of the perfect helmet? Well, here’s something for you to consider: the Klim Krios Pro! This state-of-the-art headgear has withstood rigorous testing around the world and it’s time to uncover if it truly lives up to the hype. Join me as I take a closer look at the […]
FIELD TEST: Ledlenser HF8R Signature Headlamp – I never knew I needed it, now I never want to miss it
Occasionally, I’m introduced to a piece of kit that makes me wonder why I would want to replace something that works perfectly well. You know the old adage: If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. Well, I was asked to test Ledlenser’s latest creation, the HF8R Signature headlamp, and it arrived full of promise that this […]
New challenges mean changes to the solar strategy – SunWare TX-42252
Since writing about the domestic electrical system installed in my Land Rover in 2020, several components have been either replaced or upgraded in response to changing work and travel habits. Fundamentally, I have maintained my own personal approach to overlanding: minimalist like a motorcyclist, but with a roof. In other words, I don’t carry more […]
The no. 1 accessory INEOS forgot when they developed the popular safari windows for the Grenadier
I’ve recently been eating up the miles in several INEOS Grenadiers and, other than the fact that the car continues to impress, my attention has been drawn to one feature that is burdened with some negativity the safari windows. As much as I applaud the benefits of safari windows, it is disappointing they are not […]
Blidimax: custom made window insulation for INEOS Grenadier
When it’s really hot or really cold outside and you want to keep the interior temperature bearable, window insulation mats are a huge asset…especially if your want to sleep inside the car. However, as the first overlanders take delivery of their INEOS Grenadiers, the accessory market still leaves a lot to be desired. So, it […]