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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.
Rally Legend Franco Picco Finishes Dakar 2021 – Aged 65
Franco Picco scored a podium finish at the Dakar Rally in 1985. This year, he returned to the world’s most prestigious rally race with the simple aim of crossing the finish line. He succeeded – despite the fact that this…
TORSUS Praetorian – The Ultimate Overlander?
In the first instalment of our visit to TORSUS in the Czech Republic, I discussed the Terrastorm—a 5.5 ton van capable of venturing off pavement and currently making a name for itself amongst first responders and recreational vehicle owners. This…
Billingham Camera Bags – Lara Platman shares her baggage and other anecdotes
An interview with Lara Platman Lara was born in England to a family of tailors and theatrical costume makers. Some of her earliest memories include sewing on sequins and beads to costumes in dressing rooms. Memories defined by creativity and…
Are TORSUS Vans and Buses an Alternative for Overlanding?
When considering different vehicle types for overlanding, 4×4 vans do not fair as well in extreme terrain compared to their smaller counterparts such as Land Rovers, Toyotas and Jeeps. Overall length, rear overhang, wheelbase, ground clearance, height, width, turning circle,…
KLIM: Big Touring Value – Small Budget
A high value gift doesn’t have to cost a fortune – intrinsic value is also measured by its practical worth. Klim has a wide range of impressive, useful touring and adventure products that will provide their new owners ongoing benefit…
New Overland Hoodies to Wrap Up (in)
Are you planning to surprise a loved one, or do you need to fight off the cold during the coming months? Our latest collection of hoodies from the Classic Overlander Series is a perfect way to express yourself and keep…
World Premiere for INEOS Grenadier at Adventure Southside 2020
INEOS Grenadier will be presented to the overlanding community for the first time in the @overlandeurope Hall.
KRUG Expedition Reveals New Products at Adventure Southside
“We have got plenty of new surprises in store for this year’s visitors to the 5th Adventure Southside in Friedrichshafen,” says Vitali Knorr, Krug Expedition’s Managing Director. Four Expedition Trucks will be on display: 6m cabin fitted with the Type…
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