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Expedition Earth
(Part III)



by Bridget Thackwray


For Topher and I, 2020 has been a year covered in clouds with silver linings. If there wasn't a global pandemic, we would be somewhere in Malaysia right now, having spent the previous few months driving through the bustling streets of India. Instead, we were here in New Zealand waiting in anticipation for the borders to re-open so we can continue our global expedition.

Although a disappointment, we decided to make the most of the situation, and explore the Southern Alps. Our time in Southland and Otago consisted of piste skiing, ski touring and hiking. To finish off the season Over the Top took us out for one final ride!

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