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  1. Polaris Overland

    Covid - Be Smart and Be Aware

    We are all seeing the constant headlines about the Omicron Variant now surging in the UK so it seems an opportune moment to remind everyone to be aware of the rules within your regions and to take sensible precautions to protect yourself and other overlanders. As many know we have a New Years...
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    EU - Covid, The Virus That Keeps Taking

    So as everyone started to see the vaccines as light at the end of the covid tunnel and started to look at longer overland travel here we are once again witnessing a new strain, Omicron, that is beating vaccines and once again leading to closed borders and tighter restrictions. Here in Europe...
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    West Europe Overland Show

    In recent weeks we have had a few discussions amongst the Representatives and some members around the idea of having our very own Overland Show next year in 2022. The idea has got some merit and garnered positive responses from members who have heard about the possibility. So if there is the...
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    Overlanders Christmas

    So it’s coming up to Christmas, the trees and decorations are out and my inner Grinch is in over drive. However I am continually asked by the kids, grandkids and Angela what I want for Christmas presents. To be fair I don’t need much and when I do I usually just buy it as I can’t be bothered...
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    Winter Is Here - Where Are you Going?

    So winter has arrived and for many this seems to be the time when camping stops and staying at home is the order of the day. But it doesn't need to be. We head out throughout the year, always have done and with a little extra preparation there is no reason why a winter trip cant be great fun...
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    EU West Europe - Southern Cairngorms

    Base Route Map We are heading off next weekend for 3 nights around the Southern Cairngorms in Scotland camping in some iconic locations. We will meet up at Glen Doll a glen in the Southern Cairngorms on Thursday night. Glen Doll in Winter From there we will head over the Cairngorm...
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    EU West Europe The One And Only - Abenteuer Allrad - Bad Kissingen

    A chance to join up with other OB Region Members to experience the biggest 4x4 / Overlanding show certainly in Europe and possibly the world. This is a pilgrimage every Overlander should make at least once and most keep coming back for more. We will join up with members from throughout Europe...
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    EU West Europe Adventure Overland Show 2022

    A major international outdoor show featuring all forms of 'alternative travel', it brings together people who love exploring the great outdoors their way. For those new to Overlanding its a great opportunity to see the different styles and get to try them out. Overland Bound will be there with...
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    EU West Europe - A Sad Truth And Loss Of Freedoms!

    A Sad Truth And Loss Of Freedoms! None of us can fail to recognise the pandemic that has been affecting the world, locking us down, stifling our freedoms and irreparably changing our lives possibly for ever. The world is a different place to what it was only 20 months ago. As Overlander’s we...
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    EU West Europe - Hebridean Adventure

    Outer Hebrides Interactive Map & Report Outer Hebrides & NW Scotland Travel Map Click on the map for an interactive view Trip information. Calmac ferries do island hopper tickets that can reduce your ferry costs it the routes tie in to your plans and well worth looking into. Details here:-...
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    EU West Europe EU West Europe - Southern Cairngorms

    Short tour of the Southern Cairngorms. Meet up at Glen Doll Car Park Thursday Night Head to Linn Of Dee Friday Night. Saturday night at Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve Car Park View Rally Point
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    Encourage, Invite and Direct

    Following on from a members comment on the Regional WhatsApp group that it was good to see lots of new members, and because I have seen quite a few comments recently on FB Groups where the commentor mentions they are OB members. I realised I did not recognise them nor heard or talked to them so...
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    Don’t Miss What’s On Your Doorstep!

    Never be in so much of a rush to get away that you miss the beauty on your doorstep. We had a free night so jumped at the chance for a cheeky wee overnight explore of Royal Deeside. Great weather, stunning scenery and all on our doorstep. Bumped into fellow Overland Bound member Marcus who...
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    Adventure Overland Show - Stratford Upon Avon

    Having just returned from the Adventure Overland Show I would like to take the opportunity to thank all the members that came to camp, visit and say hello. It was great that old members were there to welcome new members and for the members that joined just before the Coronavirus Pandemic this...
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    Q&A with Michael & Corrie

    Ok folks I have an opportunity to ask Michael and Corrie questions directly on 23rd June. If you have any burning questions can you private message me the questions and I’ll put together a sheet of questions to put to them. This is your chance to get involved and have your say. Your local...
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    Findhorn Overnight Stopover

    after discussions with Findhorn Conservation Village I’m pleased to announce vehicles with roof tents will be able to use the Stopover. Findhorn is a great stop off at the start or end of your NC500 tour. More details below MOTORHOME STOPOVER POINT UPDATE Our new stopover will be open from...
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    Late Spring Adventure Overland Show

    Visit Rally Point for details on joining the OB camp. Would anybody be interested in buying OB AO Show Polo Shirts or T-Shirts? I'm happy to discuss with Billy MacLeod Mbe and Duncan Crockett at VIA regarding getting something made up for the show. Also remember there is still OB Merchandise...
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    EU West Europe Late Spring Adventure Overland Show

    Its been a long time coming but here it is! The Show we have all been looking forward to. This show is as much about the social aspect as it is seeing some great Overland Builds and listen to a vast array of seminars. View Rally Point
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    Equipment Reviews - Tuff Trek Adventure Series Tent Mk1

    Here is a link to an equipment review we did for our roof tent. Hopefully it will be useful to some of you when considering a new purchase. https://www.polaris-overland.com/post/2018/11/19/tuff-trek-overland-series-aluminium-roof-tent
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    Let’s See Those Overland Vans

    I see many threads on builds where people are using the standard, Pick Up, LR Defender, Land Cruiser etc but how many are using a van as a base to build into their overland vehicle. We have moved from our trusty Defender that took us to Mongolia and all places in between to a VW 4motion...