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Two in one: Oricom DTX4200 dual receive UHF CB radio
The release of the DTX4200 from Oricom means you no longer need to carry two UHFs on board your 4×4 (one for the highway channel, one for your convoy), as this unit is effectively a ‘two in one’. An Australian…
Bushranger Joey Camper Trailer Review
Stand and deliver Words by John Willis, Images by Alison Kuiter “Stand and deliver,” cried Ned Kelly, Australia’s most famous bushranger. That’s exactly what the Bushranger Joey does – it stands up proudly and delivers a terrific little travelling companion…
The lithium battery debate: Do you really need lithium batteries in your camper trailer?
Why spend that extra money on lithium when you can get AGM batteries for less? Well, it makes sense … here’s why. Words and Images by Gary Tischer ECONOMIC DOLLARS AND SENSE Sure, the economic outlay for a lithium battery…
Recipe: Chicken Kakadu-tori
Add some crusty garlic bread and you have an easy, one-pot dinner CLICK HERE TO READ THIS RECIPE IN OUR FREE DIGITAL MAGAZINE Serves: 4 Time: 60 minutes INGREDIENTS 1 large chicken, cut into sections 2 tins peeled/stewed tomatoes 2…
6 Month Update: Opposite Lock 65L Fridge/Freezer
Six months and two vehicles later, we check to see how the Opposite Lock fridge is fairing Words and Images by Tobey Bostock The modern day portable fridge is just marvellous, isn’t it? From what I can tell over the…
HEMA HX-1 long-term review
Is it worth the upgrade from the older HN-7 or is there a better option? Words and Images by Wes Whitworth Having solid off-road navigation is easily one of the most crucial pieces of equipment for your four-wheel drive, if…
A247 MIFFLIN SOCKET ROLL
Organisation in the back of your 4X4 is always a struggle. Fitting everything in neatly and then finding it all again after travelling over some rough terrain throwing everything everywhere, is tough. However, the team at A247 have released their…
CARBON OFFROAD 12 TONNE KINETIC RECOVERY ROPE
When you venture bush you want to ensure you have good quality equipment to make sure you make it back out. Carbon Offroad have released their Kinetic Recovery Rope; it has an average diameter of 24mm and a claimed breaking…
FORD RANGER PX MKIII ECB BIG TUBE BAR
With an updated Ford Ranger means an updated bull bar is required to protect it. ECB have gotten first to market on a range of bars for new Ford Ranger PX MKIII, including their standout Big Tube Bar. Both ADR…
NISSAN NAVARA NP300 IRONMAN SNORKEL
A cleaner engine means a more efficient engine; therefore cleaner air means everything is better. 4WD enthusiasts choose to disagree on almost everything under the sun, but one thing that there shouldn’t be any discussion about is the validity of…
OCAM DELUXE BULL BAR FOR ISUZU D-MAX 2012-2016
When making remote drives, the front of your vehicle is at risk of hitting anything from a ‘roo to a cow. You need to make sure you’re protected, and the team at OCAM have ensured this at a reasonable price.…
RHINO RACK BATWING COMPACT AWNING
Awnings for a 4X4 have become extremely popular thanks to the ease of set-up and the amount of cover you get from it. Unfortunately, drivers of short wheelbase 4X4s and Zook owners were forgotten about. Rhino Rack has solved this…
ARB PUREVIEW 800 FLASHLIGHT
When out bush you don’t want to be caught out without a light. Whether it is for that fateful tyre change at night or even setting up camp after pulling in late, you need a good source of light. ARB…
TJM CHASER SERIES BULL BAR
Frontal protection and bull bars are a must when travelling the Australian outback. You just never know when Skippy or one of his friends will decide they want to play a game of tag with you; this often means large…
Camper trailer review: The Drifta Evolution from DOT to WUHT
It may not be the prettiest camper in the park, but it sure turns a lot of heads Words and Images by Gary Tischer In a year when we have lost three well-known and established Aussie camper trailer manufacturers, Drifta…
