A while back I was in contact with Roel Bremmers (Mosko Moto). He asked me if I wanted to come to the event Discover Overland . That would take place from 16 to 18 September at a campsite in Koningsbosch.
What is Discover Overland? It is a relatively young event for people who like to travel and/or go on an adventure. From place to place. Whether that is on the paved roads, or on unpaved paths. Both inside and outside Europe. Various presentations were given by real world travelers. Whether that is with the motorcycle, a camper or a 4x4 does not matter.
A number of exhibitors where also present at the event. Including Mosko Moto, Bartang, Adventure Shield and Axels bike shop with Royal Enfield.
Despite the fact that Lazuli and I had to endure a lot of rain on the way, we had a lot of fun. The rain also has its advantages. Almost no cyclists, walkers and other tourism.
Still, I enjoyed the journey. The weather regularly played with the view. It made for beautiful pictures. Fortunately, the last hour towards the campsite was dry, so that my suit had dried up again.
Earlier I had offered Roel to help as a volunteer. So quickly changing in some regular clothes and reported myself back to the forecourt. Soon I happily joined the system. From receiving participants, to chronically brewing coffee and helping with serving the food. All that with a big smile!
It was fantastic and I had a great time. In between I was able to follow a few presentations and workshops. So nice to meet others I already followed via Social Media.
Saturday mainly consisted of a lot of helping, but I still tried to get acquainted in between and to listen to the many stories. Because not only were the presentations and workshops instructive, the many stories, tips and tricks of the participants were also valuable. I met Bob_on_the_Bike, Papillon_motor_stories, , Wetzlosweltwaerts, Bioligist_on_a_bike, nohighways, itsontheroad, jo_destworld, fanette_cyclette, adv.on.the.blok, Adventure Shield, offwego_moto and many more!
The Adventure Shield workshop was also well attended. Albert Oosting flawlessly explained certain riding techniques with his own motorcycle. The unpaved route was also later available to interested parties to ride with their own motorcycle.
The last workshop I attended was that of Roel Bremmer. About changing a tire on the road. Especially the various tips he gave were cleverly thought out. Very handy!
It was a fun event with very good people, a fantastic team and many like-minded participants. That means I already have Discover Overland in my agenda for next year! Probably the third weekend of September.
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