Weighing Caravan Payload

Caravan payload. There’s no getting around this crucial aspect of caravanning. Everything you load into your van, from the water in the tanks to the flour in the cupboard, will erode the payload allowance...
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A New Use For Your Sirocco II Fans!

Late last year, we held our Offroad Challenge as part of the filming for our upcoming TV show. Trouble was, it was blistering hot and shade was hard to come by. Inside our gazebo,...

ScanGauge 3 Review

In the world of modern diesel and petrol vehicles, complexity intertwines with digital innovation to forge machines that propel our exploration of this great land, Australia.  For caravaners and 4WD enthusiasts, pushing the boundaries of...
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Tested: BEAM Outback Solar Panels

Imagine you’re on a caravanning holiday, visiting a glorious national park in the outback. You see a magnificent panoramic vista ahead and you pull out your trusty smartphone to take a picture of what...
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ZOLEO: Ultimate Remote Communications

As a full time traveller, I often get asked about the sort of communications equipment we carry, particularly for use in an emergency. Of course, we have mobile phones and these are fine for...
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Review: ReverseMate All-In-One RV Clothesline

We have probably all met a caravanner who has rigged up their own awning clothesline. In fact, you might’ve rigged your own as well. But what if I told you there is a portable,...
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Caravan Axle Advice: Single Axles vs Tandem Axles

If you’re in the market for a new or pre-loved caravan, it’s easy to be overwhelmed by the sheer variety of shapes and sizes available when deciding what suits you and your needs. However,...

Rules of Safe Towing

It’s every caravanner’s worst fear: a sway that quickly gathers steam until, like an unpredictable double pendulum, it jerks out of control. On the eve of the festive season, this dash-cam footage acts as...
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Caravan Repairs: Dos and Don’ts

No matter how enthusiastic you are, or how developed your DIY skills, there are some jobs that shouldn’t be tackled by the home handyman. And that includes certain caravan repairs and maintenance jobs. It should go...
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Caravan Tyres: Advice

Think back to the time you were getting set-up with your first caravan and tow vehicle. Can you remember what you were looking for? You probably looked at the accessories fitted, the size and...