Joe Pichler was born 1960 in Lungau, Austria and is traveling the world by motorcycle together with his wife Renate since 1984. In 1990, Joe overlanded South America for the first time where the rainy season in the Amazon almost lead to cancel his adventure. In 2002, Joe fulfilled his dream, quit his regular job […]
Author: Dominik
Top 10 Rules for Traveling Safe in the Americas
I still remember the first reaction of my family and friends when I mentioned my plan to travel the Americas solo on a motorcycle. “OMG, are you crazy? Those countries are so dangerous, don’t do it…!”
Day 84 & 85: From Lima over Huanchaco to Mancora – Meeting with Mr Ironbutt
After some beautiful days in Lima and more than 5 kg heavier, I continued my way up North and was planning to move as fast as possible to the border of Ecuador.
Day 79 – 83: Paracas to Lima – Food Lover’s Heaven
The number one rule in Lima’s traffic is there is no rule. Peru and especially its capital Lima is the Wild West of South America. Latest when entering the suburbs before even reaching the city center you understand why…
Day 78: Chalhuanca to Paracas – Amazing Landscapes
Conclusion of the day: Never stay in a party hostel after a long day on the bike, lol. Read hear why…
Day 77: Ollantaytambo to Chalhuanca – A Wrong Turn and Broken Pannier
It could have been a nice day… until my GPS decided to send me into a dead end in Abancay…