CAMEL TROPHY in MADEIRA!? with Amigos do Camelo Club

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  • Опубликовано: 17 окт 2024
  • The Camel Trophy was an iconic off-road adventure race that ran from 1980 to 2000, renowned for testing the limits of both man and machine. Sponsored by the cigarette brand Camel, the event became synonymous with rugged terrain, extreme conditions, and the ultimate test of endurance. Teams from around the world competed in a series of grueling stages, navigating some of the most challenging landscapes on the planet, from the dense jungles of the Amazon to the arid deserts of Africa.
    Land Rover vehicles, especially the Defender and Discovery models, were the hallmark of the Camel Trophy, chosen for their robustness and off-road capabilities. The competition was not just a race against time but a test of teamwork, problem-solving, and survival skills. Participants had to tackle obstacles like deep mud, river crossings, and steep inclines, often relying on winches, ropes, and sheer determination to progress.
    Over its two-decade history, the Camel Trophy evolved from a pure endurance challenge to include various elements like kayaking and mountain biking, reflecting a broader scope of adventure sports. Despite its end in 2000, the legacy of the Camel Trophy lives on, symbolizing the spirit of adventure and the relentless pursuit of overcoming nature's toughest challenges.
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Комментарии • 34

  • @RebeccaConnecticutUSA
    @RebeccaConnecticutUSA 4 месяца назад +2

    Pablo's english was great!
    Thanks Pablo.

  • @C4M4X4
    @C4M4X4 4 месяца назад +1

    Love the camel trophy disco's! You can't beat them 🐫👍

  • @MyBuddyJohn
    @MyBuddyJohn Месяц назад +1

    Had no idea this existed until Jeff and Andre highlighted it on their channel. Thanks so much for this! Very cool.

  • @johnnyfinance
    @johnnyfinance 5 месяцев назад +4

    Great stuff Jeff!
    Paulo, your English is spot on!

    • @Hittheroadmadeira
      @Hittheroadmadeira  5 месяцев назад +1

      Thanks bud 🙏
      Props to Paulo for making an effort 💪

    • @georgedodwell1721
      @georgedodwell1721 5 месяцев назад +1

      He has inspired me to learn Portuguese. Thank you, Paulo

  • @dougtaylor138
    @dougtaylor138 4 месяца назад +1

    "Galactic-Jeff", The Most Galactic Tour Guide In Madera!!! Keep On Four Wheeling Bud.

  • @RuePhoto
    @RuePhoto 4 месяца назад +1

    Thanks Jeff, that was epic! I'm honoured to have been driven by you in The Beast & this was the first time I'd ever heard of the Camel Trophy.
    By the way the next part of my vlog should be out on this coming Sunday at 9pm!
    Have a blessed week & weekend my friend 🤗

  • @lhl999
    @lhl999 4 месяца назад +1

    Pescador must be! No matter what day is ✌️🤭🥃
    Great vlog 👍

  • @howardgirao4434
    @howardgirao4434 4 месяца назад +1

    Muito interesante- obrigado Jeff!

  • @HammerTC
    @HammerTC 4 месяца назад +1

    I had take part in the selection of the Hungarian Team of 1994 Camel Trophy, in 1993. It was a great fun.

    • @Hittheroadmadeira
      @Hittheroadmadeira  4 месяца назад +1

      That’s incredible!! I’m quite jealous ;)
      If you’re ever in Madeira, would love to have you over :))

    • @HammerTC
      @HammerTC 4 месяца назад

      @@Hittheroadmadeira You mean when I return to Madeira, probably next April? ;)

  • @nebelnent
    @nebelnent 5 месяцев назад +3

    Would love to see a vid bout the third island near madeira, dont Know the name rn (not porto santo)

  • @georgedodwell1721
    @georgedodwell1721 5 месяцев назад +1

    I wish I had found places like this in Maderia. When I was there 2 weeks ago, everywhere we went on the island was packed with people.

    • @gabrieliusdirzinskas3153
      @gabrieliusdirzinskas3153 5 месяцев назад +2

      I was there 14-18 of May and haven't met a lot of people

    • @georgedodwell1721
      @georgedodwell1721 5 месяцев назад +1

      @@gabrieliusdirzinskas3153 April 26 - May 7. for me. Maybe it was because of the flower festival 🤷‍♂️

    • @Hittheroadmadeira
      @Hittheroadmadeira  4 месяца назад +1

      You should’ve taken a tour George ;))

  • @marionobrega1573
    @marionobrega1573 4 месяца назад +1

    Antino olliveira salazar, why we movde to canada in 1971

    • @Hittheroadmadeira
      @Hittheroadmadeira  4 месяца назад

      Like many people did …
      Hopefully soon we will tell the story of Canadian Immigration ;)
      Stay tuned Mario!
      Bom fim de semana !! 🤠

  • @andreborges73
    @andreborges73 5 месяцев назад +1

    a madeira tem a sua relação com o 25 de abril, um pouco diferente da do continente. recorda-te que a vossa palavra para continentais era "Cubanos" (foi o que eu aprendi). Tens ai conteúdo dedicado se quiseres ensinar o pessoal 😉😅

    • @Hittheroadmadeira
      @Hittheroadmadeira  4 месяца назад +1

      Ahah pois também já ouvi esse nome.
      Na verdade há tanta coisa pra contar não é my friend?
      Grande abraço e bom fim de semana André 🤠

  • @curacao11
    @curacao11 4 месяца назад +1

    😎

  • @troopyinafrica
    @troopyinafrica 4 месяца назад +1

    Gotta come do some of this off road. I did DM you on instagram 🤙

    • @Hittheroadmadeira
      @Hittheroadmadeira  4 месяца назад +1

      This is one of the best hey, didn’t see your dm, I’ll go check now