ROAMS01E33 Escaping A Kalahari Dust Storm While Offroad In My Jimny (2019)

In this, the third episode of the Botswana series, I continue my solo journey into the the Central Kalahari; where I share intimate game viewing experiences and bake my own bread. But the next days plans get cut short as I need to turn tails and run away from a massive impending dust storm!
With no guaranteed place to sleep, I hold thumbs that everything works out.
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Vehicle Equipment:
Tyres: 215/75/15 BF Goodrich KO2's on Stock Rims
Suspenion: bit.ly/DesSol4x4
Roofrack: bit.ly/EeziAwn
Awning: bit.ly/EeziAwn
Rooftop Tent: bit.ly/EeziAwn
Front & Rear Bumpers: bit.ly/Wildog4x4
Rock Sliders: bit.ly/Wildog4x4

[@OlliBolli5]

Your camera work and your way of telling stories is amazing. Best wishes from Germany

[@jimmyjazz1186]

Klose ?Ollie Bollie from Canón lodge?

[@OlliBolli5]

Jerome Bassingthwaighte No, my friend, í‘m living in Germany, nearby Düsseldorf

[@BaranYuce]

Came here for the suziki, stayed for the cinematography. Great video

[@RoamOverlanding]

Thats so awesome 👌🏻

[@thisisaj1029]

Suzuki created a off-roading legend I love jimny

[@RRD97]

With 1.5L engine?

[@joaocampos8802]

@@RRD97 lol

[@muhammaddanu6471]

copy of jeep😂😁😂

[@Netlogic.]

@@RRD97 In the markets it's sold people don't want anything bigger, nor more complicated. That said, the car is overpriced by about 20% for what it is.

[@Pichipieify]

@@RRD97 amazing right? A 1.5L engine can off-road

[@redbitter1232]

You’ve got some faith in that little jimmy. Awesome car. You’re the reason I’m buying one thanks.

[@RRD97]

It is sponsored 😆

[@visibleconfusion9513]

@@RRD97 u sure about that?

[@RRD97]

@@visibleconfusion9513 No, I just feel so.

[@vineeth6526]

He sold jimny

[@CTE-6000EagleVeryHeavyFighter]

@@RRD97 Yes but the Jimny is a bloody brilliant car. We'll have it in by October next year if Maruti doesn't fuck things up again.

[@monkeyman321]

Now there are two things I must do with my life: get a Jimny and bake some bread.

[@RoamOverlanding]

hahaah! Go for it!

[@mohamedrashid1363]

Yahhh men

[@AKRONOAK]

Mate... Exactly what I was thinking haha. Step one - Get a Jimny :D (The easy part haha)

[@napogadi8145]

this is me :)

[@CT-vl3iu]

.....who needs billions of $$,...if you can enjoy this simple life with a dependable tough off-roader like this...money cannot by this happiness,...what a lucky guy you are....

[@RoamOverlanding]

You are bang on the money bud! I want to see if I can do a budget build sometime and see how much you really need to have a classic overland vehicle 👌🏻

[@sheilsonstv2816]

You nailed it bro. Happiness is not about being rich. It's about being creative.

[@encefla0n]

When is this guy working?

[@bugraaytac2726]

Not billions but still need around £50k for this car with this setup. Then some free time, also money. Money + Free time doesn't`always come together but depends what you do I suppose.

[@madhavdhakal1715]

Exactly

[@GabrielPohl]

That guy got some stories to tell

[@hman9715]

ジムニーを「本当に使ってる」映像を初めて見た気がする。

[@PWCDN]

Man I wish they sold this in Canada. That's a sweet set up.

[@maaamooon3070]

as a 2019 jimny user, i got to tell you guys...this car is badass af

[@mrpink3630]

im in america i want one so bad. BUT i have a 2014 4runner limited 4x4 so im ok. but could use the jimnys mpg. lol

[@maaamooon3070]

@@mrpink3630 i dont know that jimny is banned on europe

[@Drcman]

is it better tham land rover defender?(old) Or suzuki jimny 2019? For offroad in basic configuration.

[@josepm3490]

just got a 2020 and loving it ...went from a speedy mini cooper S to the Jimny and no regrets

[@RRD97]

With the 1.5L engine?

[@gopinamk]

God has blessed only you 😍 this is fantastic and you a living a life like how u want best wishes from INDIA 🇮🇳❤♥

[@s.rangsa8493]

Camping outside in the middle of the road Lions: am i a joke to you

[@PaulBo]

love that tiny car and the roof tent system~~ thank you!

[@shabeermusthafagasee]

Well done to brave that alone. Thank you for being honest about how you feel after attempting certain things, often the looks and reality of how it feels are worlds apart.

[@RRD97]

LOL, honest? You really think he is alone?

[@GhulamHassanRoshnal]

It was not an adventure, it was running from it. It is good to run away for a new start rather than trying to be a hero and getting lost in futile adventures. Good Job

[@omygoodnessme]

Just watched your episodes and one thing came to mind, you living my dream....Enjoy it!! Excellent!!

[@IbericaOverland]

What an adventure! I remember my first time in Morocco with the old Jimny, doesn’t get any better. Congratulations

[@Bokaj01]

Love the colors and the design build on this thing. See more and more of them in Iceland now.

[@Akshay-pc3yc]

There's some beauty in going the distance with minimum resources and pushing yourself! It really is awesome!! It makes you trust in yourself and makes you value everything and everyone you have!

[@northernwing]

A true off roader just requires a heart. Period!! Rest are all secondary

[@Ariautoace]

There are many takeaways from this amazing video, but I have to say, the bread came out amazing. Thank you so much for sharing this with us, you were alone then; you're not alone now.

[@kevinlouwrens2756]

This is the 1st video I watched. And I must say, I'm impressed with your production. Subscribed!

[@Mihabarmen]

Привет из Санкт-Петербурга! Отличное путешествие!

[@pepsole6629]

Who is still watching this episode

[@alexshmuck]

Awesome genuine vid with emotion to it! I have recently moved to Europe from NZ and have been contemplating buying a 4x4 and just driving to Mongolia/Georgia etc and where ever the road takes me, thanks for the Inspiration.

[@davyt1090]

A truly excellent , interesting absorbing episode , im truly jealous , you are a very lucky man indeed

[@leenderdhoutzager9389]

Central Kalahari still on my wish list, fantastic series in a fantastic car

[@StuartHendricks]

Mr Gemsbok at 10:13 is absolutely majestic. Great work.

[@RoamOverlanding]

Because the wind was blowing so much he couldn’t smell me and my car, So I had a good 5-10minute of him standing and trying to figure out what I was! 😂 but he was a real beaut!

[@brendonjames3193]

Great channel! Awesome footage and editing skills, well done! Im looking forward to what is to come!

[@shokomiya6004]

system tent 4:44 is just incredible, lovely water system looks very useful. what a car and trip.. love to watch more !

[@matthewoneill5353]

Loved camping in the Central Kalahari back in 1993, it seems the facilities have been upgraded, happy times in a Hilux, but never got round to making bread.

[@ijaazahmed5242]

That's the best kind of life,travel & enjoy.

[@DeanWentzel]

Great video, enjoying your series of the Jimny i love so...

[@darrenhuman7042]

Love the set up! the new Jimny has a lot of potential. Great video

[@getmiriki196]

thankyou so much for the amazing adventure with your JIMNY bro

[@dorianjenneker]

Just one word... Epic! Thanks for the awesome content! Keep it up

[@tomastylecek7209]

it was my moms dream to see what you see snd experience may god protect you on your travels

[@viswanathannair4596]

This is fantastic mind blowing experience i am also crazie about it..... stay my determination shows a good pathway for achieve it

[@dubskj01]

Looks totally idyllic my friend. Your home-baked bread looked delicious too considering your kitchen situation. As a new subscriber I'm looking forward to following your adventures. Stay safe and have fun. 👍😎👍

[@oxosoft]

I have to admit, your videos have got me to think about getting a Jimny. Keep up the cool stuff, i really appreciate you taking us with you 👍😃

[@vettoorkaran]

My heart longing for a Jimny... Total love..!

[@enopio_O]

really impressive! what a wonderful experience! your Jimmny is so cool!!!

[@erichodama4811]

Great quality! Congrats! Waiting for the next episode.

[@michaelsaxlund1361]

Inspiring! You just went for it, unlike most people who make excuses, and lived out your dream! Well done.

[@leeku7768]

Best episode yet. Incredible.

[@JMcforfree]

It just keeps getting better man!! Love the work! Keep it up

[@turki_alashwan]

You r gonna hit the stars 😅 Keep updates warm from the middle of know where places 😍😄

[@hitskin666]

Truly inspiring, what a journey .

[@Pian_Malaya]

Great to look at your Jimny...Reliable and I am so into it now...😍

[@ExperienceWildAfrica]

Great video! Botswana is a wonderful place with it's own surprises from time to time! Your vehicle and it's setup made it a very nice overlander - well done. Looking forward to your next video on the Makgadikgadi pans!

[@RoamOverlanding]

Oh damn! The next episode should be a real beaut! I can’t wait to start working on it 👍🏻

[@alanzapanta7254]

Great video. Thanks and hope you could share some more of your Jimny Adventures. Cheers from North Carolina. Subscribed.

[@sf8368]

I love your content, it’s so genuine and real - thanks for sharing and inspiring.

[@RoamOverlanding]

❤️❤️

[@edgarroa1413]

Wow such a great episode. It's quite an adventure

[@GeordieJimny]

They just keep getting better 🤩

[@mefiii6725]

Hi, great great video. Loving the series 👍👌 Keep up the awesome work.

[@derealovesurvival7549]

Great trip to the Kalahari . The bread came out very good .. Good scenery . Thanks for sharing ATB God bless you ..

[@seantowlson7051]

Another awesome episode. Loving your work Boet. Inspiring stuff

[@osdelange2509]

Hope all is good is there a way how i can ask you some questions about the jimny because I'm strugeling to sort it out from where i am

[@000T00b]

Great looking car, excellent choices in your upgrades

[@markdecruz6416]

Great storytelling!!! Enjoyed your trip immensely

[@theshutterbug5071]

Dude.. that was an amazing video!! Keep up the explorations.. Subscribed 👍🏻👍🏻

[@camdcam]

Awesome job. Well done from Australia!

[@visibleconfusion9513]

Ur videos has that rawness that i look for when going out in the nature.. Coz nature is beautiful but it demands respect else there is nothing that would save u. Its amazing how real ur videos are. And i love the jimny. Waiting for it to launch in India hopefully soon

[@e-nvy]

It is finally launched.

[@visibleconfusion9513]

@@e-nvy yeah it is🙂

[@philipisulat8965]

my friend, its good youve left that kalahari desert. have nice trip.

[@henrygreen19]

Good one ! You should have stuck the storm out in CKGR. One of the unique characteristics of the Kalahari is the build-up to and the actual thunder/dust/rain storm. Lay your hands on a book called 'Cry of the Kalahari' by Mark and Dehlia Owen - you were right there where they stayed for 7 years. Enjoy !

[@RoamOverlanding]

Epic; I’ll definitely look out for it!

[@ortiko]

I wonder if that roof tent could handle that windstorm...Very nice one.I am watching you from the beginning Keep on !!!

[@thelumusajamesmthethwa2983]

Bucket list ideas! I need to do this. Great stuff 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@kashioable]

Pretty cool. What an amazing car and journey

[@sumitshekhawat769]

Very Well Roger!!!

[@jami7772]

Wow you probably learn more about yourself and your limits in this type of situation. A unique experience shared with us. Thanks. National Geographic should use your services !

[@RoamOverlanding]

Thanks Jamil! 👌🏻 it’s definitely a journey of myself more than anything

[@RahilKhan-rc8ed]

Jamié Malé true

[@SergioooFerretti]

Was looking for jimny reviews and saw this! Man this is great !

[@syukrihalim3150]

Wowwwwwwwww!! I got goosebumps all the way.. Thanks for sharing your awesome experience.

[@softroadingthewest]

Absolutely spectacular episode...cinematography, music, storytelling...all on point, plus just such an amazing area to begin with. I've had good luck refueling with a siphon but you're making me think it wouldn't hurt to keep a funnel packed as well. :-) Stellar work, can't wait for the next one!

[@RoamOverlanding]

I think the Siphon works great when you dont have a dust storm blowing you around! :P But the clip on jerry nozzle would have been perfect.

[@Freelander2AdventuresSA]

such a big dream to do a solo Bots trip... Hope to catch you on the road sometime!

[@arjung3423]

Such a great video. Truly living your dream and loved every moment of it. Hope you create more videos. A full blown camping experience in a Jeep is my dream

[@RoamOverlanding]

Who knows; maybe you will see me ROAM in a Jeep one day too...

[@attilaracz2034]

What a great video and journey. Thx for sharing this. Stunning.

[@4WheelingSA]

Brilliant Episode! Really Enjoyed this one! Thanks,

[@RoamOverlanding]

Thanks Henk! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Adam40642]

Incredible Jimny man! "Subscribed"

[@sajiwan1]

Impressed with your words the way you put in makes it more realistic. watching from India.

[@laurencetaylor1092]

This is Epic. I was doing my trips in a little campervan but I'm certain a Jimny is the next vehicle.

[@Dornpunzel]

This is how a Jimny is meant to be moved! Hell yeah! :D

[@tapas1505]

Awesome. Eagerly waiting for the second part.

[@RoamOverlanding]

It’s out now! 👌🏻

[@AlainCarAudioManiac]

Astonishing everything. Keep it up!

[@jibantaye9777]

You are awesome 👍 m really loving it and jimmy is what i was looking for 🤗

[@ShabibHussain96]

Finally a video that proves YES JIMNY GOT IT WHAT NEEDS TO BE THERE IN A PROPER OFF-ROADING car..

[@ahmedbhana8301]

Phew i felt your fear and tension. Glad you decided to leave. You can always go back again because if it rained heavily and you got bogged it would be a mission getting out solo. Loved your fresh bread and noticed the baked beans on the fire. 👍 best meal. Awaiting anxiously for the next episode. Stay safe and enjoy the awesome trip through the pans. Hope you get to see the milky way in all its glory

[@RoamOverlanding]

Thanks my brother!! Unfortunately it was so cloudy the whole time; I never go to see the milky way! But I did sleep under the stars the one night 👌🏻

[@dineshtosham4742]

That's what I was searching for(your channel), I've just subscribed it 🤩👌

[@amaaamar415]

You are living in my dream , Soon i will buy Jimny and Im going like you, Always great videos ty.

[@ismail3861]

Man. I would never be able to cook with such relaxed mind knowing there are lions roaming nearby

[@taylars5]

My thought as well😅

[@sheilsonstv2816]

This is what I dreamt of. 😮 what an adventure.

[@Andrew-wb9kg]

Awesome footage, great experience. Congrats on having such an exciting adventure.

[@RoamOverlanding]

Thanks Andrew! Once this lockdown breaks, it can all begin again! 😂

[@siddharthdutta7157]

I'm really impressed by your storytelling!

[@lonehillprivategamereserve662]

Awesome videos! Keep up the great work

[@JohannvanNiekerk1]

No such thing as bad weather - just bad planning when you go 4x4 👌🏻 Those dust storms are not so bad at all. The come and go. Next time you HAVE to stay.

[@RoamOverlanding]

I think next time I will try be more brave and stay! 😂

[@Behzad_abd]

Man I came here for Jimny, but I realized I found an awesome adventure channel! Your storytelling is great, and your voice is made for it! Keep up the good job!

[@RoamOverlanding]

Awesome! Thank you! Welcome!

[@leethatsme1988]

Realy enjoyed watching this and the little jimny is beauty. Hope theres more. 👍

[@RoamOverlanding]

Grand finale drops tomorrow! 👌🏻

[@ST_SINCE_82]

you are making great videos and memories, I am inspired

[@isakbonaventura2825]

"It's about how you deal with the problems that really makes life exiting" - I couldn't agree more. :-)

[@Haash..b3]

Feeling really indescribable is an interesting adventure .. good luck.👍

[@motech7168]

Your storie telling is great man, love your channel

[@prasadtemkar4498]

Awesome vlog mate