Why my first Bass Strait crossing was swell
I don’t know why I’d booked such an early flight. I mean, the ship wasn’t due to depart until 19.30; that’s 7.30pm, and here I was with a 4am alarm call. The ship was the Spirit of Tasmania and I…
Tasmanian road builders get paid by the bend…
I heard a joke today that there are only two straight roads in Tasmania and you can land planes on both of them. It’s been indicative of my trip so far, and I reckon anyone’s too who trips to Tasmania…
Uniden iGO Dash Cam
Uniden have released their new range of dash cams, the iGO. The iGO captures incidents on the road and while the vehicle is parked. There are six models to suit any budget, varying in resolution (from 1080p to 4K), to…
HPD Triton Intercooler Upgrade Kit
If you own a Mitsubishi Triton, you’re in luck because High Performance Diesel have just released a new front mount intercooler to suit the 2.4L 2015-18 MQ model. The kit provides cooler air to the engine’s intake to improve power…
ElecBrakes
It’s Australia’s first Bluetooth electric trailer brake controller, and it’s already getting rave reviews. Not surprisingly, given that it eliminates the need to modify your tow vehicle – no bulky controller on the dash, plus it makes it a whole…
Camec Primero Comfort Table Support
Camec have added a new addition to their furniture range: The Primero Comfort Table Support – an elegant and functional dining option for your caravan or motorhome. It’s a little shorter than the previous model (with a height range of…
Midland G18XT Waterproof / Dustproof 80CH 5W UHF CB Handheld
If you’re in the market for a handheld UHF CB radio, the Midland G18XT is a promising choice. Combining the latest in radio technology with a sturdy and compact build, the G18XT is user-friendly and offers excellent audio quality. This…
Prestige Road Refresher Non-Spill Travel Water Bowl
If your four-legged fur-kid comes camping or caravanning with you, you’ll know things can get a little messy! The Road Refresher is a non-spill travel bowl that, thanks to its simple yet clever design, can be used on the move…
Voltaic Converter Solar Backpack
Ever been on an outdoor adventure, perhaps a long hike, and reached for your mobile only to find that it’s dead? The Voltaic Converter Solar Backpack ensures that you’ll never be caught in this scenario again. Designed with matte black…
Bracketron TekGrip Cupholder
For the many of us that rely on our smartphones for navigation, the last thing we want is for our phone to fall from its mount when we’re trying to pay attention to the road. Bracketron, industry leader in mounting…
Another fine mess you’ve gotten me into, Stanley
On the road again with the water leak fixed, it was a run along the coast to Stanley. Not far from the turn off the Bass Highway, at Port Latta, you’re confronted with the most satanic looking building I have…
JB Caravan competition winner picks up his prize!
JB Caravan competition winner Brian Miller took possession of his brand new JB Dirt Road Extreme 20’ 06” van on Tuesday 6th March, after making the journey down from Tamworth to the NSW dealership. Brian also won a Club 4X4…
BEWARE COUNTERFEIT DO35 HITCHES IN AUSTRALIA
CruisemasterTM the manufacturer of the DO35 coupling is warning the public to be aware of non-compliant counterfeit copies of their premium DO35 coupling. These copies are of the previous V2 version of the coupling which ceased production June 2017 with…
2018 BRISBANE 4X4 OUTDOORS SHOW AND FISHING & BOATING EXPO!
It’s that time of year again! The 2018 Brisbane 4X4 Outdoors show is on March 16-18 at the Brisbane Showgrounds (600 Gregory Terrace, Bowen Hills QLD 4006). The show has been running for well over two decades now, and there…
