magazine Archives - Pat Callinan's 4X4 Adventures

There’s something about the outback that stirs the soul, or mine at least. Kilometres of endless, red-hued nothingness, interrupted only by raw and utterly jaw-dropping beauty, or a homicidal kangaroo…

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Issue 067

Everything You Need To Know About Defibrillators

There are a few things imperative to know and safety devices to gather before you venture into challenging and remote adventures. Tracks such as the Canning Stock Route are bucket…

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Issue 067

How Far Can Ya Go? Touring Ranges with The Long Ranger

Australia’s vast and rugged landscapes beckon adventurers from all over the world. From sun-scorched deserts to lush rainforests, the continent offers a myriad of remote destinations that are a dream…

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Issue 067

Things I’ve Learned In The Dirt

When I first began camping there was a wave of shock that went over my family, with my mum exclaiming “who is this and what have you done with the…

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Issue 067

Opinion: Tow Ratings Are Rubbish

In the world of 4X4s, numbers are everything. Manufacturers love to throw around figures like 3,500kg towing capacity, trying to convince you that their mid-size Utes can pull anything you…

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Issue 067

How to Cross the Continent: Tips and Tricks for the Ultimate Aussie Adventure

There’s something seriously magnetic about crossing Australia. The sheer size of the country beckons almost every red-blooded wheeler. For me, it’s not just about getting from one spot to another;…

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Advice

Issue 067 is Here: Your Guide to Conquering the Red Centre

If you’re chasing big horizons and bigger adventures, the latest issue of Pat Callinan’s 4X4 Adventures magazine is packed with everything you need to hit the dirt and do it properly. Issue…

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Issue 066

HOW TO BUY THE BEST ROOF TOP TENT FOR YOUR BUDGET

From bush tracks to beach camps its undeniable the roof top tent has taken over as the sleeping arrangement of choice for 4X4ers. There’s second hand $200 offerings ratchet strapped…

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Issue 066

Reach For The Sky – Mastering Steep Terrain

You’d be hard-pressed to spend your 4X4 career on level ground, and why would you want to? Some of the most fun you can have behind the wheel is in…

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Issue 066

HOW TO BUY A ROOF TOP TENT

From bush tracks to beach camps its undeniable the roof top tent has taken over as the sleeping arrangement of choice for 4X4ers. There’s second hand $200 offerings ratchet strapped…

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Issue 066

The Big Bush Burger

When the wilderness calls and the campfire roars, there’s no better way to feed your adventurous spirit than with a hearty, flavour-packed burger. This isn’t just any burger; it’s a…

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News

Australia’s Favourite 4X4 Mag Hits Issue 066

Buckle up, 4X4ers and off-road enthusiasts alike! Issue 066 of the Pat Callinan’s 4X4 Adventures Magazine has just landed on the Mr 4X4 app, and it’s teeming with the kind…

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From Coolers to Currents – An inside scoop with Engel

Dan Everett: Right. Ben, could you start by telling us a bit about who you are and what your role is at Engel? Ben Ranford: Sure, I’m currently the sales…

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Issue 065

Tenterfield To Coffs On The Dirt

Patski said it right, everything is better on a dirt road. Especially when that dirt road isn’t surrounded by fire, like they had been at the start of this insane…

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Issue 065

HOW IT WORKS – HYBRID 4X4S

For the last 100 years or so the powertrains motoring us down the tracks haven’t changed a great deal. Sure, they’ve gotten more complex, but the same basic things are…

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News

What To Expect In The Next Issue of Pat Callinan’s 4X4 Adventures!

Calling all 4X4ers and adventure addicts! Buckle up because the next issue of Pat Callinan’s 4X4 Adventures is about to hit the Mr 4X4 app and it’s packed with everything you’ve…

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Issue 064

From truly isolated to tourist destination, how the Old Tele’ Track came to be

The Old Telegraph Track in Cape York Peninsula, Queensland, Australia, holds a rich history that dates back to the early days in the region. This iconic track, formerly known as…

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Issue 064

The only 4X4 accessory you’ll pass down to your grandkids

There’s no shortage of odds and ends, doo dad’s and what’s its we fit to our rigs, all with their own unique story and purpose. But some bits of 4X4…

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Issue 064

Two Years on The Tracks – How the Everest held up

After two years on the road, the Everest beach tourer has not only proven its mettle across Australia’s varied landscapes but has proven that despite the huge popularity of 4X4…

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News

Issue #64 goes live

Buckle up, because Issue #64 of Mr 4X4 is revving up the game with some epic content that’ll get your gears grinding in anticipation. This isn’t just a magazine—it’s your…

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News

Issue #63 goes live!

Hold onto your seats, because the latest issue of Pat Callinan’s 4X4 Adventures magazine is now locked in low-range and ready to turbocharge your off-road adventure right on your screens.…

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Advice

Make your roof rack do more: Tips from Issue #62

Over on the Mr4x4 app we’ve just released the latest edition of the Pat Callinan’s 4X4 Adventure’s magazine. In this issue, we dive deep into the essentials of roof rack…

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Issue #62 of Pat Callinan’s magazine lands

Get ready to dust off your compass and rev up your 4X4s because Issue #62 of Pat Callinan’s 4×4 Adventures magazine is here to take you on a journey you…

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Issue 058

Pat’s thoughts on the Next-Gen Ranger

In a world seemingly screaming for new electric vehicles, the new Ford Ranger is an unusual rockstar. Powered purely by diesel engines, it has attracted popularity hitherto unseen in this…

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Issue 058

From one extreme… the story of Cecil Madigan

Sure, he has an iconic track named after him, but Cecil Madigan was no one-trick pony! Any 4wder and tourer worth their salt has at least heard of the infamous…

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U4060 Ed Guide Roof Racks Good Bad Ugly 5a 600px Images

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Advice

Roof Load Limits: Know Yours

Every vehicle capable of carrying a roof load has a roof load limit. What is this limit, how do you find it, and what does it mean for you? The…

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Travel

Crawling the Spanish Steps

It’s a baptism of fire as we tackle one of NSW’s toughest tracks in the new Fords. The Spanish Steps. TRAVEL: NEWNES STATE FOREST It’s a track that I’ve known…

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Electrical

UHF Channel Cheat Sheet

Enjoyed reading Issue 37 of Pat Callinan’s 4X4 Adventures magazine? Don’t take to it with scissors just yet! Here’s the handy UHF channel cheat sheet from page 103 to help…

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Advice

Pat Callinan’s 4X4 Adventures Magazine – Issue 36 out now!

Issue 36 of Pat Callinan’s 4X4 Adventures has just gone on sale, and it’s better than ever! Have a look at the video, for a quick wrap up of what…

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Advice

Pat Callinan’s 4X4 Adventures Magazine – Issue 35 out now!

Issue 35 of Pat Callinan’s 4X4 Adventures is out now! In this issue Pat shows you how to reach the tip, while keeping your 4X4 in one piece. Have a…

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Travel

Kimberley to Kakadu: Issue 31 Travel

In issue 31, Pat and Scott turn what was to be the “transport stage” driving from The Kimberley to Kakadu into a rather spectacular trip. This incredible overland run shows…

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Advice

ISSUE 030 – OUT NOW!

Issue 030 of Pat Callinan’s 4X4 Adventures is out now and it is arguably the best yet! This issue we’re taking you from the East Kimberley, to desert touring at Lake Mackay,…

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Advice

Issue 029 Out Now – The 10th Anniversary Edition

Issue 029 of Pat Callinan’s 4X4 Adventures is out now and believe us, you’re going to want a copy! This issue we’re celebrating 10 years of television. From the only…

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Vehicles

2018 LandCruiser Prado revealed

Toyota has shown the first images of the facelifted 2018 LandCruiser Prado, which has been revealed at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Its design is clearly following in the footsteps of…

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Advice

Issue 027 Out Now!

Issue 027 is out now and believe us, you’re going to want a copy! From the only axe guide you’ll ever need to the ‘Coast with the Most’, you’ll be…

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Electrical

Goal Zero Switch 8 Solar Charging Kit & Subscription: Only $100!

4WDers love their gadgets, and this one is a cracker. We have managed to organise a great deal as well, giving you a huge discount on this popular product from…

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Advice

Issue 021, The Simpson Desert Edition: With free Map of Australia

Issue 021 of Pat Callinan’s 4X4 Adventures has just been approved, and is currently at Offset Alpine in Sydney, getting turned into that perfectly-bound, glossy magazine that we all love.…

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Advice

Issue 020 – Out Now!

After some hard work at the office, Issue 020, the latest issue of Pat Callinan’s 4X4 Adventures magazine is now in newsagents around the country. This issue includes Pat’s…

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Advice

Unsealed 4X4 Magazine – Issue 010 Out Now!

The guys over at Unsealed 4X4 Magazine have put out another cracker. Check it out here.

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Advice

Issue 013 – Summer Edition – What’s Inside?

Issue 013 of Pat Callinan’s 4X4 Adventures magazine is now out,chronicling the very best that the 4X4 lifestyle has to offer in Australia. Beautifully shot and presented on top quality…

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