As I drive back from Queenstown to Dunedin, I make a stop at the Kawarau Bridge. This is a must-do journey, even though it’s a bit clichéd. This is where the madness all started, where people like me can take the plunge into a 50-meter gorge for the first time. A.J. Hackett and his friends had tested their elastic on smaller bridges around Auckland before doing the math and physics for the Kawarua Bridge jump. Their risky jumps eventually led them to jump off the Eiffel Tower in Paris, making Hackett a household name. I admire his adventurous spirit and motto of seizing the moment.
Now, it’s time to leave behind the beautiful fall weather of the Southern Hemisphere and head to Croatia for spring. The past week has been incredible, thanks to an amazing rally organized by Oakley boys with 16 single-use stages running perfectly on time. Brandon and Kris are already planning their next adventure in Otago, so we are excited to see what they have in store for us next year! If anyone is interested in experiencing the thrill of racing an Impreza H6 through a stunning landscape with great drinks and sports in the background, let us know! It may cost around £5,000 for car rental plus expenses, but it’s worth every penny!
So don’t hesitate – go for it and experience the ride of a lifetime in this truly remarkable part of the world!
