In the thick of negotiations, Simola 2021 and its preparations had to take a back seat for what otherwise would have been my best prepared SimolaHC to date. Between forfeiting the first nights accomodation, (booked months in advance), and the prospect of another “drive through the night” in an untested classic “racecar” (read: potentially no lights), the proposition of a 2021 Nissan Navara, courtesy of Motus Nissan Parow, became an increasinglycomfortable option. As a veteran of 5 climbs, 6 including 2020, I allow myself certain indiscretions, like selectively reading the Official Documentation, assuming this year would be the same as last. Turns out, thanks to Covid-19, things would be different…