How to take your little house for a swim: towing through water
Dave Darmody, owner of Australian Offroad Academy offers some great tips on water crossings while towing your off-road caravan or trailer.
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Camping gear for kids that will make your trip easier
Kids and camping go together like fire and marshmallows. Unless you're unprepared...and then it sucks. Here's a list of kids' camping gear essentials that will make your life easier.
Guide to overtaking (and being overtaken) with an RV
Whether you are overtaking or being overtaken with an RV, there are a few basics to know to ensure you don’t end up on the national news.
Are you ready for a remote camping trip?
Dave Darmody, owner and lead trainer of Australian Offroad Academy shares some advice on getting ready for a remote camping trip.
How to avoid hitting an animal and the resulting road kill carnage
Hitting an animal with your vehicle is never a good thing. Here are seven tips on how to avoid animal hits and the resulting roadkill carnage.
Tyre pressure guide: what you need to know for a great offroad trip
Dave Darmody, owner of Australian Offroad Academy shares the what, why and how of tyre pressure in this handy guide to offroad tyre pressures.
eBikes and RVs go together like Nutella and a spoon
We think eBikes and RVs go together like Nutella and a spoon. Keep reading to learn more in this quick guide to eBikes for RV travel.
How to make your tow rig ride smoother
One of the most important upgrades we can do to our tow rig is to improve the suspension. Here's how to make your tow rig ride smoother.
Five things to get right for towing on sand
Dave Darmody, owner and lead trainer of Australian Offroad Academy offers up some great tips for towing on sand. Learn more here.
How to stay fit on the road
Are there ways to stay fit on the road? Absolutely. Here are six tips on staying fit and healthy while in your van for long periods.
Why you’d be sure-fire mad not to get a caravan reverse camera
We discuss the pros of getting a caravan reverse camera, whether you should DIY and essential points to consider when buying one.
Shoo fly don’t bother me – keep pesky bugs out of your RV
Whether it’s the pesky blowflies that drive you nuts or the vampires of the outdoors (mozzies), use our tips to keep bugs out of your RV.
What are all these towing parts?
Don't let anyone tell you differently, towing a caravan or trailer is complex. Here's all the towing parts you need to know about.
Towing uphill and off-road: a word of caution
Dave Darmody, owner and lead trainer of The Australian Offroad Academy offers up some words of caution on towing uphill offroad.
There’s more than one way to build a campfire
Just like there are many ways to camp, there is more than one way to build a campfire. Want to learn a few more? Check them out here.
Hitchless towing could be the safe and easy future of caravanning
Wait, a hitchless trailer that doesn’t need towing? Is that the dumbest idea ever? How does it even work? In fact, hitchless towing is a very smart idea and the more I think about it, the more I like it.…
Do you really need to pack that? Beginners tips for off road towing
Dave Darmody, owner and lead trainer of The Australian Offroad Academy, shares some great beginners tips for off road towing. Learn more here.
5 rookie mistakes to avoid when RVing with your dog
When we head off on a road trip, it’s only fitting that the fur baby tags along. Here are five mistakes to avoid when RVing with your dog.
