Minimalism is a powerful art form that emerged post World War 2 and gained popularity in the 1960s. The principle of “less is more” involves the stripping down of composition…
A growing trend worldwide is that of everyday carry or EDC. People photograph the useful items that they consistently carry against backgrounds and then upload them to social media. The…
I recently observed two people jump-starting a vehicle with a flat battery and noticed a few mistakes. When I offered to help they noted that they had it under control…
Experience comes from mistakes made and lessons learnt. I would like to share some of the lessons I have learned in the hope that they may make your camping experiences…
I did a few walking races before lockdown to assist the local branch of Run/Walk for life. They get points for the number of entrants and compete against other branches.…
One could replace an item when it no longer serves its intended purpose but many factors come into play. My first tent was a canvas tent with heavy steel poles…
No one wants to get ill on holiday! The pandemic has been with us for almost two years. In the early days, travel was curtailed, we now have the opportunity…
When I started off-roading few vehicles had any form of traction control, and the technique of approaching an obstacle was somewhat different. One had to read the obstacle carefully and…
My friends initially laughed when I turned up at a local coffee spot on the Braamfontein Spruit. We walked from the western side of Delta Park to the top section…
The festive season can be stressful. There is a rush around crowded malls to get food and presents in time for Christmas. Worsened by the fact that we left things…
One of the best ways to de-stress is through exercise. More so if you are outdoors. My wife runs and I walk at speed. Life can impact your overall well…
About two hours outside Jozi en-route to Upington I pulled over to stretch my legs and enjoy a coffee. I always do this when travelling long routes taking regular breaks.…