Today on SlowGear
I fear for my life… more on this later Waking up we pack up quickly and head out before it gets hot and the gravel gets soft. In true fashion I point the wagon straight up the drop off from yesterday’s stuck and power straight up, was it a display of shear...
African ADVENTURES —
Back In Za
The sun finally peaks over the range, but the wind has not left. We are both not overly well rested. We get up and I drive the wagon down the track a few 100 meters to move around an old wall to take the tent down, this was a struggle. But we make it happen...
The Big Windy
We tried to stay an extra night in town, but the place was fully booked, so instead of looking for a new place we start heading south which is a good idea as we only have 2 more days left in the country before we overstay our visas. Packing up and a quick...
Wandering Around Town
Our day in Windhoek, with some quick planning in place we head out for a laundry stop, and drop the wagon off for a service. I lucked out and the local Mitsubishi dealer was able to squeeze the wagon in. The shuttle us to downtown and we begin exploring. First stop,...
AUSTRALIAN ADVENTURES —
Nullagine Reunion
Up early, I have a look at the old haul truck parked up, you can see into the engine. Super cool. before a quick bit of power adding to the wagon. Bit more fuel to get it moving. A quick phone call lets me know Asareh is on her way to the airport to meet friends in...
Hammer Down
Blasting along the highway at a blistering 97ish kmh I push all the way to Newman from Perth in 1 day. It seems I have a headwind regardless of the direction I travel, putting a speed cap on the old rig. Speaking of old rig, I did a few upgrades and added a roof rack...
Back To Work
The next morning I awake to find a spider has built a home between my swag and my car. interesting getting out of bed if you have ever seen a golden orb up close. After a quick pack up I put on my hiking boots and head up up up. The view from the top...