Searching for entry point

Today we spent on shores of Gibraltar to see where is the best entry point.

Obvious this is not the best one as one ship is failed already.

On the slide there are some angry birds… better not to disturb them and the water is salty anyway.

We looked all the signs on shore; it’s not forbidden to drive with Amphibear.

The water temperature is 16C but we have to check if the base is OK for entry.

On Sunday is the first sea stage, Gibraltar
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Rear end of truck and sidewind

It seems possible to drive around the world and see only rear end of truck. They are sometimes interesting, and you can make picture collection, but this you can do also on highway next to your home also. We have made about 4000 km in 6 days and seen nothing. For Europe this was our choice. At travel you do not wonder around your home first, do you?

Biggest problem so far has been strong side wind. You can handle it on small roads and low speeds. Just little correction with steering wheel and no big issue. On highways however the road is higher and directs wind near mountains and valleys to strong gusts. Driving highways is constant exercise of being alerted to next gust.

Strong sidewind in France. Warnings also on all highway signs.

Another topic is entrance and exit to toll highways. Clearly not meant for Amphibear. Ticket point is way too close to boom, so we had to slide yourself out of door to get the ticket.

Hamor clearing the highway.

One thing happens for sure during the journey. We meet a lot of good people. Jaanus and Kaidi Tornik had for us friendly hug, king size beds and a lot of good advises about Spain. Nice welcome! They run business www.grupotene.com of selling hardwood houses. The ones of high quality, made in Estonia. Thirteen years in Spain now. Started picking the oranges first, now live in nice house in good neighborhood. Everything is possible, if you have venturesome spirit and are hardworking for your dreams!

Kaidi Jaanus and Herki hosting Amphibear travellers

We learned that 25 Celsius in November is exception here also. For us it is exotic. We are heading to Algeciras for Gibraltar crossing now.

Seletron Chipbox

There is little to tell about rainy Europe in dark November days. There is something talk about warm welcome from European professionals in electronic car tuning. Emanuel Lago, co founder of Seletron had profound plan for us. First quick car wash and coffee. Next efficient installation of hand throttle. Device made in days has nice outlook and super functionality. Now it is much easier to regulate Amphibear speed in water.

Our route of 2400 km in Europe showed the benefits of Seletron Chipbox. It has fuel economy as our fully loaded car used slightly less fuel than tested empty car at home. Rate fluctuated between 15-16 l/100km. If it works on water also, this is most needed addition. Emanuel replaces common CHIPBOX version with special waterproofed version.

Work was quick and efficient. So, the rest of the day spent with media and good food. Thank you Seletron team!

Amphibear team

The beginning of big adventure

The big moment after years of preparations arrived on Saturday morning at 10. Even though there was slight anxiety and electricity in the air at the Hydroscand main building, Amphibear was waiting patiently in all its glory. 

The whole team managed to strip in public and put on the team T-shirt, gathered with everyone and took some group pictures before the main send-off.

At 11AM there were around a hundred people around the car, who came to support Amphibear starting its adventure. Warm coffee and pastries helped against the cold weather and then was the time to begin the most important part of the day. The biggest supporters Hydroscand, Matkasport and Metrotec took the microphone and Let’s Do It World team gave their support and list of necessary contacts, followed by our  team’s introduction and (mental) health check. Last, but not least,  Mait gave a speech and all the supporters and helpers received words of gratitude.

At 11.45 AM the  logbook was signed and sealed, and the last 10 minutes passed quickly with hugs and handshakes.

At 1200, Mait and Hamor took place in their seats and the journey began with flashlights sending Amphibear on its way