What Really Goes Wrong in the Outback?
When you’re 800 clicks from the nearest mechanic, breakdowns hit different. And thanks to the Birdsville Hotel’s Simpson Desert Recovery truck, we now have some hard data on what actually…
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How To Winch With A Snatch Block
On a run down above the snowline in the southern states, Pat and the crew faced an unexpected challenge; A massive snow gum tree had toppled over, blocking the track…
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Quick Tips for Better Winching
If you’ve ever found yourself bellied out in the bush, you’ll know just how crucial effective winching can be. Whether you’re at the infamous Springs 4X4 Park like Pat and…
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The Bushman’s Checklist: Prepping Your 4X4 for your next adventure
Heading into the bush is a rite of passage for many of us, offering the thrill of exploration and the beauty of the untamed Australian landscape. But as any seasoned…
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Steel vs Synthetic Winch Rope: The Ultimate Showdown
Today we’re diving into an age-old debate in the 4X4 world: Steel vs Synthetic Winch Rope. This argument has been around for years, and it’s time we explore both sides…
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4X4 Recovery Mistakes: What Not to Do When You’re Stuck
Getting stuck is almost a rite of passage in the 4X4 world. It happens to the best of us, whether we’re experienced trailblazers or newcomers eager to conquer the great…
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5-Must have 4×4 recovery accessories
It’s easy to get overwhelmed with the sheer amount of kit on the market. You’d be forgiven for thinking dream destinations like the Cape or the Kimberley simply aren’t attainable…
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VRS Winch: An affordable all-round solution to recovery
VRS 4X4 Winches are Australian-designed to help get you out of those challenging situations and back on track – fast!
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Recovery mistakes to stop making now
Getting stuck happens to every 4WDer eventually but there are a few things you shouldn’t do when it comes to recovery. Learn more here.
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How to tow on sand and recover well
One of our favourite things about the land Down Under heating up is… Yep, you guessed it. Sand driving. Nothing says fun in the sun like getting your 4X4 down…
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5 Tips for traction board success
Heading to the beach or outback and need to know your traction boards will last the distance? Here's 5 tips to traction board success
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Unimog Recovers Stranded Desert Camper
A little over a month after making national news, the Mitsubishi Canter bogged to its axles in the Simpson Desert is finally back on solid ground. Unseasonal torrential rain causing…
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What is a Soft Shackle and why should I care?
Soft shackles have fast become an alternative to rated steel shackles in 4×4 recovery, but what just what is a soft shackle? Before the industrial revolution arrived in the 1800s…
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Off-Road Recovery Professionals: Help us build a list!
Our friends over at Club 4X4 are onto a top notch idea: Get a list of all off-road capable recovery companies around Australia. It’s a list you never want to use,…
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This is the worst 4X4 accessory we’ve ever seen
We have had a couple of people send us screenshots and links to what could be one of the dodgiest recovery items ever created. It’s a piece of equipment designed…
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ARB partners with TRED to bring you the ARB TRED Pro
ARB have just announced their partnership with Australian made recovery board manufacturer, TRED. Through this partner ship they are bringing the exclusive ARB TRED Pro to ARB stores around the…
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Man killed by snapped recovery strap in QLD
A 51-year-old man has been killed by a snapped recovery strap whilst he was assisting in recovering a bogged vehicle north of Mackay in Queensland, yesterday. At this time not…
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Snatch Strap standards updated (finally!)
Recovery / Snatch Strap standards have been updated by the ACCC as of the December 1, 2017. Considering how lax regulation and quality has been over the past few years,…
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Can’t afford a Raptor? Get yourself a Projen
China is home to the biggest car market in the world. In 2015, it sold 21.1 million vehicles. Compare that to the 1,155,408 we did in the same year in…
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Jeep JL Wrangler spied undisguised
Another leaked image of the upcoming Jeep JL Wrangler has surfaced, giving us a solid, undisguised look at the 2018 model. The image is purported to be taken at the…
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Young man dies in 4WD recovery gone wrong
Another 4WD recovery gone wrong has claimed a life, this time a 26 year old man. The incident occoured at Farnborough Beach on the Capricorn Coast, just north of Yepoon.…
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Getabout celebrate 20 years of 4WD training and education
Respected Australia-wide training organisation, Getabout Training Services, is celebrating 20 years of being in business. Coming from humble beginnings, Getabout is a great example of a dedicated family business, growing…
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Bogged Gibson Desert couple rescued
After becoming bogged in the Gibson Desert over the weekend and activating their emergency beacon, a stricken couple have since been rescued by emergency services. The rescue effort has come…
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Ford ‘Science of Truck’ Ranger uses non-standard tyres in challenge
‘The Science of Truck’: a smart phrase that Ford’s marketing side has coined, where they are looking to marry up mechanical toughness and sharp electronic aids as the ultimate ute.…
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Ex Army Unimog Travelling through the Gulf and Territory
People keep on asking me: “So, why did you buy a Unimog?” And, like most things, the reasons are multi-layered. First, I blame online auctions like the one I entered…
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4X4 News: Product recalls affect Australian 4WDs
4WDs in Australia aren’t immune from the world’s biggest recall, with the ACCC issuing a list of popular 4WD makes onto the long list of vehicles. Nissan is the latest…
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Driving Tip: Timing The Tides
While this Pajero has definitely seen better days, it also highlights the importance of driving in favourable tide conditions when travelling on the beach. In this case, we had…
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How to use a snatch block.
4X4 Technique: snatch blocks are one of the most versatile tools in your recovery kit. They work as a pulley point that can redirect your winch line for a multitude…
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Product Roadtest Factor 55 Hitchlink
Just like any other industry, the 4X4 industry is prone to trends: things that come into fashion for a period of time, and become very popular.
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