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 […]
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The big lesson in life, baby, is never be scared of anyone or anything.
Frank Sinatra
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 75: Cusco to Aguas Calientes – How to Organize a Tour to Machu Picchu
What a day!!!!! It took me longer than expected to get to Aguas Calientes… Half way through it started to get foggy and pretty cold with around 5 degrees Celsius. And of course if that would have not been enough it also started to rain… A great combination.
How to Choose the Right Dual Sport Motorcycle Tires?
Motorcycle tires are a science on its own. You could be reading a whole book about this topic… fact is that opinions, brands, riding styles, weight of luggage, solo or 2 up, terrain and off-road vs. on-road preferences differ a lot from each other. Consequently, the choice in finding the right dual sport motorcycle tire […]
A Photography Project for a Good Cause
Get ready for my first ever photography project and join me on a ride to the most beautiful landscapes of South America. Watch my trailers to learn more about why contributing to this projects helps to make this a better world.
10 Reasons Why a Sabbatical Makes You a Better Leader
The most dangerous worldview is the worldview of those who have not viewed the world. Alexander von Humboldt In 2016, I quit my well paid job in Switzerland, sold all of my belongings and started the adventure of my lifetime – not knowing where it would be leading to. Over a period of 2,5 […]