The Gawler Ranges, north of the Eyre Peninsula in South Australia, was the challenge for Richard Dwyer and four good friends with a love of adventure.
The sight of a submarine breaching from the red sand at the entrance to Mount Ive Station was a welcome relief.
After a short practice run to both Kangaroo Island and Cape Spencer on the York Peninsula, five founding members of the GOC adventure motorcycle crew where prepared to tackle a week-long challenge.
The unsupported ride required careful planning and preparation as we intended to carry all fuel, water and supplies over 2215km through mallee woodlands, sandy deserts, stony plains and, of course, the majestic Gawler Ranges.