The truck came from the factory with Bridgestones A/T tires. A/T stands for All Terrain, but these tires are really a mix of on and off-road with the accent towards city and highway. They lasted 30,000 kilometers, which isn't that much but they took a real beating in 2018 on the trip to Tierra Del… Continue reading The truck gets new tires: Pirelli Scorpion MTR
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Minipresso part 2
I reviewed the Minipresso a few weeks ago and this a follow-up. The previous review and tests were done at home, but I can now add a few comments after trying it in real-life conditions. I used it twice on road trips in the truck and still love it. I am amazed at the quality… Continue reading Minipresso part 2
GPS without GPS
For those who travel and more, for those who travel in remote places, GPS is a must. Paper maps are difficult to obtain, impractical to carry around, and can be costly if one wants detailed topo maps. Thanks to modern technology GPS is now affordable to most of us. A dedicated GPS receiver seems like… Continue reading GPS without GPS