Sand: the grainy truth

All over South Africa, and especially in Namibia, sand is a vital part of any 4x4 adventure. Once the skills to conquer it have been mastered, sand driving is possibly the most fun you can have in a 4x4. In this chapter, we delve into some of the tips and tricks to keep you on top.

Drop the pressure

Arguably the most important aspect of sand driving is tyre pressure. If you try driving on sand with hard tyres, you’ll soon find yourself struggling. When you reduce pressure by as much as 50% below standard, the footprint of