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Axopar 37 XC Cross Cabin
With local COVID restrictions of hand-launched watercraft like kayaks and canoes now being lifted in the bivouac’s northern outpost, more lake time has been had recently. This has the bivouac turning eyes toward the nautical side of things.
With local COVID restrictions of hand-launched watercraft like kayaks and canoes now being lifted in the bivouac’s northern outpost, more lake time has been had recently. This has the bivouac turning eyes toward the nautical side of things. The 2020 Axopar 37 XC Cross Cabin is a new find that combines the best features from at least a couple of boat classes.
Know as the “Grand Turismo of the Seas,” on sunny days; the cabin doors slide wide open, the top slides back, and cabin gull-wing doors can even be opened wide to approximate a sun runner. In inclement weather, things can be reversed and buttoned up nicely with Webasto heating, keeping things toasty. The fore and aft cabins provide ample accommodations for a small family weekend getaway or an outing with friends. As Axopar has added an option for a wet bath and a galley behind the cockpit, longer runs are possible, too. The only things missing, which the company seems to be working on, are a larger refrigeration space and accommodations for hot water. Air conditioning would also be great but may not yet be on the list.
Overall, she’s a natural beauty with a revised raked roofline for 2020 that makes the boat appear more aggressive. And with twin Mercury outboard engines, she is undoubtedly capable of delivering a sporty yet controlled and smooth ride that matches her appearance due to her stepped hull design. Mercury joystick controls as an option complement her graceful lines with graceful in-harbor handling. All-in-all, it is a gorgeous and refreshingly practical nautical accomplishment.
Robust Storytelling: Defending a Legacy
Since its inception 70 years ago, the Land Rover Defender has undergone the most extensive redesign. All but the most hard-core traditionalists seem impressed with how designers have balanced the need to bring the marque into the 21st century while maintaining ties to its heritage.
Since its inception 70 years ago, the Land Rover Defender has undergone the most extensive redesign. All but the most hard-core traditionalists seem impressed with how designers have balanced the need to bring the marque into the 21st century while maintaining ties to its heritage. Regardless of how the new design strikes you, one has to recognize how adept Land Rover has become at telling launch and feature stories with clear explanations of the vehicle’s sophisticated design, capabilities, technology, and masterful filming of the Defender going through its paces across a range of unique terrain.
The Defender continues to redefine the boundaries of luxury and off-road capability. Its rugged yet refined design, the Defender effortlessly combines the classic Defender heritage with modern innovations. Its advanced engineering ensures top-tier performance, with powerful engines and sophisticated all-wheel-drive systems. The interior blends opulence and practicality, featuring high-quality materials, state-of-the-art technology, and versatile seating configurations. Whether navigating challenging off-road terrain or cruising through city streets, the 2023 Range Rover Defender exemplifies the epitome of versatility and luxury, making it an ideal choice for adventurers and urbanites.
Charged Up about Future Overlanding
Rivian showed up at Overland Expo West with a bivouac-capable version of its electric pickup truck.
Rivian made its debut at Overland Expo West with a bivouac-capable version of its electric pickup truck. The unique pass-through storage space behind the passenger compartment features an overlanding kitchen equipped with an inductive cook range and a sink with an electric pump. All accessories draw upon the 180 kW battery. Although this is just a concept for now, it gets one thinking about the future promise of zero-emission overlanding just around the bend.
Demonstrating more out-of-the-box thinking, Rivian will create an overlanding kitchen kit that slides out of the gear tunnel behind the rear seats and just under the front of the bed. This is just another great example of the myriad of vehicle packaging options that are being opened up by electric powertrain options.
