Astrakhan, Russian Federation
Extremely hot in Russia. 43 degrees celsius. Roads are in astonishingly good condition. Did some sightseeing in Volgograd yesterday and want to get into Kazakstan today. We're seeing a spanish team on motorbikes every once in a while. Heat must be unbearable for them.
Kharkiv, Ukraine
Made it to Ukraine yesterday after 2.5h at the border. It was raining all the time in Poland. Spent the night in our tent in the woods next to the motorway.
Met James and Jim (a UK team) at a gas station today. They are going the same route as we are. Convoying to russian border now.@
Lesser Poland, Poland
We're driving through Poland today and want to get to Ukraine. It's been raining all the time until now. Not looking forward to putting the tent up.
Pilsen, Czech Republic
We've just arrived at the CzechOut after spending the night in Prague. Getting to know other teams and going to the party next.
Lombardy, Italy
now officially taking part in the Mongol Rally 2010
SMS Update
we can't wait for the rally to start!