by Chris Blakemore | May 20, 2018 | 4WD, Our Podcasts |
In the 4WD and Touring scene, the same questions seem to circulate often, be it around social media or a flickering campfire. What’s best; Diesel vs Petrol, Manual vs Auto, Winch vs Lockers, Charred-black vs Soft-melt marshmallows over the...
by Chris Blakemore | Oct 12, 2017 | Our Podcasts |
When Russell and Tracey Shepherd decided to buy a motel, they weren’t banking on getting the whole town. But that’s what they got when they bought the ageing premises now known as the Bourke Riverside Motel. The property is...
by Chris Blakemore | Aug 25, 2017 | Our Podcasts |
Back to Wilcannia! A recent visit to Wilcannia by Andrew gave us all a great insight to Wilcannia and what it offers travellers through the area today. The only part Andrew missed due to time restrictions was a visit...
by Chris Blakemore | Aug 22, 2017 | Our Podcasts |
Meet Jo. Everybody should meet Jo because she makes travelling and meeting people along your journey so much fun. Bubbly is one word to describe Jo, but it still doesn’t quite do her justice when you get to meet...
by Chris Blakemore | Mar 20, 2017 | Caravan & Camping |
I was recently tinkering with the ‘van set up again and my mind wandered off to some past travels we have enjoyed where this little addition would have been handy. Placing the tools down on the bench for a...
by Chris Blakemore | Jan 30, 2017 | Caravan & Camping |
Weight … What about the water? If you’re in the 4WD and/or caravan scene you’d have to be blind Freddy if you haven’t seen, heard or read something on weights and loading issues of late. It’s a growing concern...
by Chris Blakemore | Jan 6, 2017 | Caravan & Camping |
Please listen to this short excerpt from a previous podcast, then read the blog below. Since recording this, the filter we talk about has been tested … with some surprising results. Andrew and I recently chatted about water filtration...
by Chris Blakemore | Dec 4, 2016 | Caravan & Camping, Our Podcasts |
We don’t want to start a heated refrigerator discussion, let’s stay cool! As with most things caravanning and camping, every fridge set up is different, even though they do the same thing. However, what is the difference between compressor...
by Chris Blakemore | Nov 2, 2016 | 4WD |
It might just save you a bundle and add to some fun on the tracks. Gday, Chris here again. There’s been a few drinks between yarns, as the wife and I have been busy making some plans to...
by Chris Blakemore | Sep 12, 2016 | 4WD, Our Podcasts |
G’day, Chris here again. I’d like to share my thoughts on Roof Racks, their placement, load and safety. It might be towing your van to your favourite fishing spot for the weekend, or exploring and travel as many miles...
