Altay, China
Managed to make long trip down from Oglii to Altany in two days with strong convoy of a daihatsu and an ambulance, so far micra is fine, although we've lost 5th gear and everything is now caked in dust. Roads are dirt tracks or rocks, landscape becomes more stunning on every turn
Biysk, Russian Federation
Back on the long siberian roads on our way down to the Mongolian border. While I had lunch with another team Tom stocked up on essentials ahead of the Mongolian wilderness which included a dart board, dried salami and a bottle of tabasco sauce - we can't fail!
Omsk, Russian Federation
After some horrific Kazach roads and a night in the wilderness we've made it back into Russia without any hassels. Just headed past Omsk and on the long road through siberia - incredibly it is raining. Any other teams in the area let us know on +447827233798.
Republic of Bashkortostan, Russian Federation
Pushing on through the Russian caucuses as we want to make the Kazach border tomorrow. Been battling some horrific Russian roads, just torn tarmac and wild-eyed truckersn the micra is bouncing all over the place but surviving well. Had a great BBQ'ed something on the side of the road to fuel us through the night..
Donets'k, Ukraine
good border crossing here! No cash needed. Heading to volgograd
Donets'k, Ukraine
STILL in the ukraine!!! Definitely definitely definitely going to russia tomorrow
Kherson, Ukraine
Thought we'd leave the Russian border till tomorrow after hearing plenty of horror stories. Pulled into a tiny motel and despite the fact we're their only customers they are putting on quite a show, for every pothole and corrupt policeman in Ukraine there is a party-crazy local with an endless supply of schnapps!
Odesa, Ukraine
Made it to Odessa despite Tom being challenged to a vodka drinking competition from some friendly Ukrainians we met on the side a lake. Staying in a decaying soviet palace, no hot water, no air con, lots of insignia.
Kyiv, Ukraine
Made it to Kiev with only run in with the police so far, over-taking tractors isn't allowed apparently! Heading out tonight and onto Odessa tomorrow to get some beachtime, if any ralliers are heading in same direction we're on +447827233798
