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    I hate sleeping bags! Bed rolls?

    Sorry its just a big single one not a double, but when two joined together its bigger than our home king bed!
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    I hate sleeping bags! Bed rolls?

    Just another thought... Oztent make a great quality stretcher that is slightly padded. This plus a down quilt may be the ticket but I will see how I go. Cheers.
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    I hate sleeping bags! Bed rolls?

    Thanks all for the suggestions and advise. All good ideas. Just to clarify any confusion, I have a massive Teton sports bag which I tried hoping to stop it twisting when rolling around (I roll a lot in my sleep) but still have issues. I was thinking a bed roll with a canvas base would be...
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    I hate sleeping bags! Bed rolls?

    Did I say I HATE sleeping bags! Never get a good nights sleep and always wake up during the night twisted in knots. Looking for alternatives other than sleeping bags or full sheets and doonah setups. It needs to be... a) super quick setup and packup b) mild to warm weather use 5+ deg C c) can...
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    Interesting video. I like this guy

    Andrew is a great guy and his vids are right up my alley rather than most 4wd videos on the tube. I am also one of his Patreon supporters :)
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    Canvas dome tents?

    No one???
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    Canvas dome tents?

    Hi all, anyone have a Campmor or Howling Moon 3x3 canvas dome tent? Thoughts?? Looking at new ground tent for 2 adults and two kids. Campmor is aud $1500 and Howling moon $1000. Although they look the same i am sure there must be a catch from a price point...
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    What is the order in which you'd build your Truck or Ute?

    Forget all the lifts, sliders and other stuff. For me I would start like this... #1 Safety = First aid kit, fire extinguisher, cargo tie downs, communications etc #2 Reliability = Starter battery isolation (EG: Dual battery), Tool kit, spares kit, tyre repair & inflation #3 Convenience = Smart...
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    Reducing the bulk - weekend camping

    If your taking a car, pack like your taking a motorcycle. If your taking a motorcycle, pack like your taking a push bike. If your taking a pushbike, pack like your walking. Good in theory, but if the Mrs is coming this doesn't work!
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    Questions for Australian travel

    RE residential addresses you will require a legal document stating your current address. This is usually covered by a drivers licence (for locals anyway) but this won't help you. Each state is different, but when I purchased a car interstate (i am from Tasmania, small island state below Aus) I...
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    Post pictures of your Land Rover.

    Here's my new ride. 2001 Discovery S. TD5 diesel, 145k's, now second owner after a an old local lady bought it new. I sold my 2008 d40 diesel Nissan Navara with the intention of buying one of these and waited patiently until this immaculate one with full books was found. Went with the base...
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    Fun question: What other 4x4 would you replace your current Nissan with and why?

    I am lucky enough to live in the "lucky country" where diesel's are a plenty. Currently drive a 2008 turbo diesel d40 navara (frontier) which is great. I am also actively looking for a 300Tdi Defender 110 which will become a restoration project to start with (am a qualified mechanic by trade but...
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    Okay let's see everyones camp/ 4wd kitchens!!

    There seems to be a lot of pictures here with the Coleman dual fuel stove. I am looking at getting one of these myself instead of a propane alternative (weber baby q, coleman propane). Does anyone with the smaller version (not the powerhouse) find its too small for single or small family...
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    Selling a RS2000 Escort advice please

    X2 on the Gumtree suggestion. Its the place for everything now, and its free!!
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    UK Land Rover Show July 2013 Pictures file 1

    Excellent photo's. For some strange reason, I love the matte black crew cab ute.
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    Land Cruiser 76 Specs

    Try the website www.redbook.com.au Its an Australian site all the dealers over here use as a reference when trading used cards. It shows all the specs, standard equipment & options for every Australian sold car. Handy tool if your seeking Australian specs. Cheers.
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