Fatbiking in the Rub Al Khali, Oman

Fatbiking in the Rub Al Khali, Oman

The Rub Al Khali in Oman is unbelievably remote, yet to the properly prepared it is reasonably accessible. The area has cast such a spell on me I have felt compelled to cross it every year since 2012.  I suggested to my keen fat-biking friend, Nikos Koumanoudis, that...
Reducing the Risk

Reducing the Risk

Going out into the desert with your 4×4 can be a fantastic experience. You can enjoy the scenery, see some wildlife, meet new friends and learn a new skill. Offroading can be dangerous however, though knowledge and consideration of the risks can reduce them and...
Umm As Sameem Expedition September 2016

Umm As Sameem Expedition September 2016

Regular off roaders are likely to be used to the various places and types of terrain in the UAE and Oman; the desert is, after all, a giant sandpit. There is, however, a very special place which is like no other, a place where even with your trusty mechanical camel...
Discover Desert Driving!

Discover Desert Driving!

One of the best things about living in the UAE is the ease of access to the outdoors. Some may choose to bike, climb or paddle to discover new places but for a self-confessed petrol head like me there is only one way to explore, and that’s using four wheels! Perfect...