Slide-On Camper vs Motorhome: Pros and Cons for Australian Touring Choosing between a slide-on camper vs motorhome has become one of the biggest decisions facing Australians planning long-distance touring adventures. After extensive touring experience across Australia, we explain why many travellers are now choosing slide-on campers over traditional motorhomes. For adventurous Australians, the choice between…
Fireside Therapy: Why Aussie Dads are requesting swapping Christmas Gifts for Campfire Nights. It appears that Aussie men, in particular, are embracing camping as a mental wellness ritual, a mental reset under the stars. New research from Australian camping company ArcMate found that camping offers a bigger mental reset for men than it does for women.…
When the Fun Stops: Why Mud and 4×4 Brakes Just Don’t Mix By Staff Writer You can hear it before you see it — the unmistakable squelch of rubber slicing through thick, sloppy mud. A rooster tail of brown arcs out behind your wagon as it muscles forward, tyres clawing for traction. The winch has…
When it comes to off-grid power solutions, convenience, reliability, and performance are key. Enter the Projecta ICB2000 12V DC Power Management Board, a revolutionary all-in-one system that is redefining how power is managed in ute canopies, off-grid caravans, and camping setups. With its plug-and-play functionality, the ICB2000 makes installation incredibly simple—saving time and effort while…
It’s a little after 8 pm at the Alivio Tourist Park Canberra. I’m sitting at the table inside my caravan, trying to complete an article for next week’s deadline. Instead, I now know how Banjo Paterson felt when he penned his famous poem, “Clancy of the Overflow … And the language uninviting of the gutter…
When embarking on an adventurous road trip with your 4×4 towing a caravan, every component of your vehicle setup plays a crucial role in ensuring a smooth and safe journey. One such component, often overlooked yet immensely significant, is the full-length rear rubber mudflap, despite sparking debate among off-road enthusiasts and caravan travellers. Yet, this…
The concept of adventure and exploration has evolved rapidly in recent times, and with it, the equipment that supports these pursuits has also advanced. In recent years, outdoor enthusiasts and travellers have witnessed a remarkable innovation in the form of alloy ute canopies, like this SEBA-built canopy with integrated features like a rooftop tent, slide-out…
The MANN-Provent 200 Catch Can kit from Western Filters offers good value for money and is an easy DIY fit with minimal tools. But one question I often get asked is what are the benefits of installing Catch Can. I have an MY23 Isuzu DMax X-Terrain and installed a MANN-Provent 200 Catch-Can kit right from…
The Smarttek Black 4.3 litre per minute gas hot water shower is a convenient and efficient option for those who enjoy outdoor activities such as camping, hiking, or beach trips. This portable shower system is designed to provide a hot water supply wherever and whenever you need it, making it an ideal solution for anyone…
The towing capacity for the newly-launched GWM Ute range has been increased to 3000kg. Initial homologation documentation for the GWM Ute listed the maximum towing capacity at 2250kg but the Ute has now been re-homologated and certified at a 3000kg towing capacity. Maximum downball weight has now also increased to 300kg. The increased towing capability…