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Mike Brailey
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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.
Jane Goodall (1934–2025): The World Mourns the Passing of a Pioneer in Conservation
Dame Jane Goodall, the world-renowned primatologist, author, and conservationist, has died at the age of 91. Her passing, confirmed by the Jane Goodall Institute on 1 October 2025, marks the end of a remarkable life that reshaped our understanding of…
Myth-buster: Two Weeks with the VW Amarok PanAmericana
Does the mythical creature of the ideal overlander/daily driver really exist? It’s a heavy question, a philosophical quagmire if ever there was one. The variables are as unruly as a pack of wild dogs—endless considerations swirling around like smoke in…
KLIM STOW AWAY & ECLIPSE: Gore-Tex Jackets Built for Anyone Who Refuses to Stay Inside
Motorcycle brand KLIM may be best known for high-end riding gear, but the new STOW AWAY (and the women’s ECLIPSE) prove that serious waterproof protection isn’t only for two wheels. Designed for motorcyclists, hikers, overlanders, cyclists and anyone who spends…
KLIM STOW AWAY & ECLIPSE: Gore-Tex Jacken für alle, die sich nicht vom Wetter aufhalten lassen
ARB Skydome Swag Review – 4 Years of Real-World Use
Fresh air, the backcountry at night, and a canvas roof overhead. The best recipe for waking up sharp and ready to tackle the world—after a strong mug of coffee, of course. I’ll pick a tent any day of the week.…
Autumn Visibility with KLIM: Hi-Vis and Bio-Recognition for Safer Rides
Autumn brings unpredictable weather. Temperatures drop, rain showers come and go, and visibility on the road often gets worse. Good, rapid recognition in traffic becomes an even more critical safety factor than it already is. KLIM, the American premium motorcycle…
Podcast #14: All About Big Agnes with co-founder Bill Gamber
Not everybody in Europe is aware of Big Agnes, the outdoor specialist whose products span tents, sleeping bags and pads, furniture, backpacks, clothing and accessories. They proudly call themselves The Mother of Comfort, with a mission to get us outside…
12 Months Off-Grid with the BOXIO Cook
Nearly 18 months ago, I published a review of the highly practical BOXIO Wash and picked up another potentially useful product: BOXIO Cook. So, here’s a no-frills review after countless hours of outdoor kitchen antics. Will it fit in the…