4x4 Earth - The 4WD, Camping, Fishing and Outdoors podcast.
64 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 13 ratingsJoin James from 4x4earth.com as he learns about 4 wheel driving, trucks, tracks, places to go and things to do when exploring the 4x4 Earth.
He looks at driving and recovery techniques, trucks, mods, bush camping and cooking, fishing and generally enjoying the Great Outdoors.
Learn tips and tricks to have a great time in the places that other people can't get to. Do all of this while being safe and looking after the environment.
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62 - Tips for safe snatch strap recoveries
August 08, 2022 01:07 - 30 minutes - 19.9 MBWe continue our conversation with Matt from MadMatt 4WD after the tragic death of Ryan Woods. This episode looks at correct techniques and alternatives to snatch strap recoveries. Here is the link to the original post on 4x4earth. WARNING - graphic images. Check out MaddMatt's video. Robert Pepper's video looking at forces generated by these kinds of dynamic rescues. Check out the show notes on 4x4earth.com for more details and links to the sites we've mentioned in the podcast.
61 - A 4WD death in Arizona - Lessons for all 4WD drivers
August 02, 2022 01:21 - 30 minutes - 20.3 MBRyan Woods died in tragic circumstances while 4 wheel driving in Arizona last week. We talk to Matt from MadMatt 4WD about what happened and what lessons we can all learn. Here is the link to the original post on 4x4earth. WARNING - graphic images. Check out MaddMatt's video. Robert Pepper's video looking at forces generated by these kinds of dynamic rescues. Check out the show notes on 4x4earth.com for more details and links to the sites we've mentioned in the podcast.
Track 60 - 4x4 Australia 4x4 of the year and what we want to see next year
May 08, 2022 23:51 - 25 minutes - 22 MBWe talk to Jason Lock, one of the Judges for the 4x4 Australia 4x4 of the year competition. Which vehicles won and why? What vehicles should be in the running next year. There are some pretty exciting vehicles coming out that will make the competition very interesting. Check out the show notes on 4x4earth.com for more details and links to the sites we've mentioned in the podcast. Join the conversation about the 4x4earth podcast on the 4x4earth forum. www.4x4earth.com is Australia...
Track 59 - 4x4 Australia 4x4 of the year judging with Jason Lock
May 02, 2022 03:57 - 24 minutes - 21.4 MBWe talk to Jason Lock, one of the Judges for the 4x4 Australia 4x4 of the year competition. Jason scored a dream job, heading out with the 4x4 Australia team to judge the 4x4 Australia 4x4 of the year. What vehicles where on the long list and how did they narrow the field done to the short list? Jason talks about the entrants and the judging process. All of the vehicles were stock, so there were no after market mods, including tyres! This obviously makes a big difference because some o...
Track 58 - 4WD Electric Myths - What kind of EV 4WDs will we be driving in 5 years time?
December 01, 2021 07:35 - 37 minutes - 27.3 MBWhat will EV 4WDs be like in 5 or 10 years time? Whether climate change is real or not (it is!), there is an undeniable trend away from fossil fuel vehicles, so what will EV 4WDs look like? We talk to Robert Pepper about the EV 4WD myths and possibilities. Obviously range is going to be an issue. How will long-range trips be managed where there is nowhere to recharge? Can a 4WD recharge with panels on the roof? Will improvements in efficiency and battery power to create vehicles with ...
Track 58 - 4WD EV Myths - What kind of Electric 4WD will we be driving in 5 years time?
December 01, 2021 07:35 - 37 minutes - 27.3 MBWhat will Electric 4WDs be like in 5 or 10 years time? We know that Diesel and Petrol will go eventually, so there will have to be a replacement. With range a much bigger factor for a 4WD, what does the future hold? Robert Pepper discusses the myths of 4X4 Electric Vehicles, 4WD vehicle designs to come and how we we going 4WDing in a renewable vehicle. Check out the show notes on 4x4earth.com for more details and links to the sites we've mentioned in the podcast. Join the conversat...
57 - New Landcruiser 300 test drive and Ineos Grenadier test ride - What are they like?
November 17, 2021 22:58 - 33 minutes - 21.3 MBRobert Pepper gives a detailed report on his Toyota LandCruiser 300 Test Drive and a test ride with the Ineos Grenadier. What does he think of both of these vehicles? These are 2 great examples of some of the new 4WDs that are coming out to cater for the needs of real 4 wheel drivers. How are the manufacturers going in developing vehicles for the Australian bush and how do they point they way ahead as far as 4x4 vehicle trends? What will the Ineos Grenadier be like offroad, how much w...
Track 56 - 2021 4WD Ute comparison with Robert Pepper
October 08, 2020 09:14 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBThis week we talk 2021 4WD utes with Robert Pepper, Australia's best 4WD journalist. We talk: Toyota Nissan Isuzu Mazda What's good and what's not. Have a listen and let us know what you think. Check out the show notes on 4x4earth.com for more details and links to the sites we've mentioned in the podcast. Join the conversation about the 4x4earth podcast on the 4x4earth forum. www.4x4earth.com is Australia's largest free and independent 4 wheel driving website with over 200,...
55 - New 4WDs with Robert Pepper
September 30, 2020 01:01 - 29 minutes - 23 MBOur previous podcast, 4WD tips for Newbies, has been one of our most popular. If you're new or have newby mates, have a listen. This week we talk new 4WDs with Robert Pepper, Australia's best 4WD journalist. We talk: Land Rover Defender Jeep Gladiator Ineos Grenadier Check out the show notes on 4x4earth.com for more details and links to the sites we've mentioned in the podcast. Join the conversation about the 4x4earth podcast on the 4x4earth forum. www.4x4earth.com is Austra...
54 - Tips for newbies heading out on their first 4WD trip
November 23, 2019 01:36 - 32 minutes - 41 MBNew to going offroad? Definitely have a listen to our newbies podcast edition. My first time out 4 wheel driving we ended up on the back of truck! So have a listen to this podcast and get some ideas on what to do so you get out safely, have a great time, and get back safe as well, ready for your next trip out. Check out the show notes on 4x4earth.com for more details and links to the sites we've mentioned in the podcast. Join the conversation about the 4x4earth podcast on the 4x...
53 - 4WD Access with Wayne Hevey from 4WD Victoria.
September 22, 2019 22:30 - 28 minutes - 22.7 MBThis is the 2nd in our 2 part interview with Wayne Hevey, the CEO of 4WD Victoria. We discuss how 4WD Victoria is working for clubs to maintain track access. Check out the show notes on 4x4earth.com for more details and links to the sites we've mentioned in the podcast. Join the conversation about the 4x4earth podcast on the 4x4earth forum. www.4x4earth.com is Australia's largest free and independent 4 wheel driving website with over 200,000 visits per month. If you are loving 4x4...
52 - 4WD Victoria and Track Access with Wayne Hevey
September 20, 2019 08:28 - 31 minutes - 30.3 MBOur next guest is Wayne Hevey from 4WD Victoria. He discusses some of the work that 4WD Victoria has been doing to keep tracks open. Check out the show notes on 4x4earth.com for more details and links to the sites we've mentioned in the podcast. Join the conversation about the 4x4earth podcast on the 4x4earth forum. www.4x4earth.com is Australia's largest free and independent 4 wheel driving website with over 200,000 visits per month. If you are loving 4x4earth.com, check out the ...
51 - What we can do to maintain land access with Bill Schulz
September 15, 2019 23:58 - 27 minutes - 21.2 MBWe we continue our discussion with Bill Schulz from the Bush User Group United about some proposed changes to land in Victoria and why it is important that all of the Bush Users come together We look at what we can do to maintain land access for all. Check out the show notes on 4x4earth.com for more details and links to the sites we've mentioned in the podcast. Join the conversation about the 4x4earth podcast on the 4x4earth forum. www.4x4earth.com is Australia's largest free and in...
50 - The Bush User Group United fighting for Land Access for All
September 10, 2019 00:03 - 30 minutes - 22.9 MBWe talk to Bill Schulz from the Bush User Group United about some proposed changes to land in Victoria and why it is important that all of the Bush Users come together We discuss the recent attempted changes for 70,000 hectares of land from State Forest to National Park and what that means for all bush users. Check out the show notes on 4x4earth.com for more details and links to the sites we've mentioned in the podcast. Join the conversation about the 4x4earth podcast on the 4x4eart...
49 - The VEAC Report - should we worry about National Parks and Time to Align
August 26, 2019 03:11 - 28 minutes - 21.9 MBThis track features Shane Rose, the new President of 4WD Australia. We discuss the recent attempted changes for 70,000 hectares of land from State Forest to National Park and what that means for all bush users. Check out the show notes on 4x4earth.com for more details and links to the sites we've mentioned in the podcast. Join the conversation about the 4x4earth podcast on the 4x4earth forum. www.4x4earth.com is Australia's largest free and independent 4 wheel driving website with ...
48 - Track access and track closures in National Parks with Shane Rose from 4WD Australia
August 24, 2019 01:01 - 32 minutes - 31.7 MBThis track features Shane Rose, the new President of 4WD Australia. We discuss the recent attempted changes for 70,000 hectares of land from State Forest to National Park and what that means for all bush users. Check out the show notes on 4x4earth.com for more details and links to the sites we've mentioned in the podcast. Join the conversation about the 4x4earth podcast on the 4x4earth forum. www.4x4earth.com is Australia's largest free and independent 4 wheel driving website with ...
47 - 4WD industry news with Robert Pepper
April 29, 2019 06:52 - 30 minutes - 23.6 MBThis is the second part of our interview with 4WD journalist Robert Pepper. In the first episode, we discussed what the future of electric 4x4s will be like and how soon it will be before they are on the roads and more importantly on the 4x4 tracks. Check out the website for the show notes for what we discuss on the podcast. Join the conversation about the 4x4earth podcast on the 4x4earth forum. www.4x4earth.com is Australia's largest free and independent 4 wheel driving website with...
46 - The Future of Electric 4 Wheel Drives
April 18, 2019 08:26 - 29 minutes - 24.1 MBWe talk about the introduction of electric 4x4s and how soon they will be on the tracks with Robert Pepper. Join the conversation about the 4x4earth podcast on the 4x4earth forum. www.4x4earth.com is Australia's largest free and independent 4 wheel driving website with over 200,000 visits per month. If you are loving 4x4earth.com, check out the 4x4earth Merch. The sales help to keep Australia's largest free and independent 4 wheel drive website and the largest Australian 4x4 Podcast...
45 - The future of 4 Wheel Driving with Roothy
March 20, 2019 08:19 - 33 minutes - 23.8 MBWe talk about the future of 4 wheel driving and the politics of 4 wheel driving with Roothy. What are the changes that are occurring in the political field that are going to impact the track changes. Check out the show notes for all of the details and photos from the podcast. Join the conversation about the 4x4earth podcast on the 4x4earth forum. www.4x4earth.com is Australia's largest free and independent 4 wheel driving website with over 200,000 visits per month. If you are lo...
44 - Going Off Road with Roothy
March 04, 2019 22:51 - 31 minutes - 22 MBThere is something special about 4 wheel drive out in the bush and away from the hustle and bustle of the cities. Roothy talks about why he loves 4 wheel driving and how he is seeing an increase in the number of tracks that are opening across the country. We talk about his time at 4WD Action and why he decided to leave and what he thinks the future of the 4x4 aftermarket industry will be. Join the conversation about the 4x4earth podcast on the 4x4earth forum. www.4x4earth.com is Aust...
43 - Roothy's last ride with Milo
February 23, 2019 04:59 - 28 minutes - 20.2 MBRoothy has a big announcement about what he is going to be doing for Milo as he plans Milo’s big last trip. Milo is one of Australia’s most recognisable 4 wheel drives, it’s probably done nearly all of the iconic 4 wheel tracks throughout Australia. I have always been amazed at the queue of people at 4 wheel drive shows lining up to see Milo. Roothy has had Milo for over 20 years. We talk about Roothy’s adventure in Milo 2. Out on the tracks with the hand brake and he managed to roll...
42 - Pete Milosavleski and the design process for the 2020 Jeep Gladiator
December 21, 2018 00:34 - 18 minutes - 20.4 MBPete has been working as the Chief Engineer on the Jeep Gladiator. Pete has a great job, as an engineer for Jeep, working on some of the most iconic 4WDs of all time. We talk about the history of Jeep trucks and what the reasoning was behind creating a new Jeep truck now. Where did the Jeep Gladiator come from? When then start to talk about the engineering process that lead to the Jeep Gladiator, looking at the issues that needed to be managed by putting the 5 foot box at the back of ...
41 - Everything you want to know at diffs, lockers and eLockers with Heath Moore
December 10, 2018 23:06 - 35 minutes - 27.1 MBThe difference between air lockers and eLockers is one of the most popular discussion points on the 4x4earth forum, so we decided to get an expert in to discuss the difference. Heath is the General Manager at Harrop Engineering. He drives a Harrop Superado, an Holden Colorado with an upgunned V8 Harrop supercharger engine. Harrop was started in 1955 by Len Harrop in the northern suburbs of Melbourne. His son had the Harrop Howler, a very fast quarter miler. Heath talks about how Harro...
40 - 4WD Q+A with Robert Pepper
September 12, 2018 23:43 - 30 minutes - 20.5 MBWe discuss with Robert Pepper the new towing laws that are being bought in. How do the GCM and GVM impact the caravan towers? We talk about one of the things that Russell Coight did on one of his episodes. Should you use a tow ball for snatching? Russell did. What could possibly go wrong? Should you put nitrogen in your tyres? What about snatchblocks? Where is the new 4WD design concepts going? We discuss the new Mercedes Utes and the Suzuki Jimny and the Wrangler. Are the o...
39 - New 4WDs and Utes coming out with Robert Pepper
August 29, 2018 06:50 - 28 minutes - 21.4 MBRobert recently drove the new Ford Raptor recently and he gives us his opinion on what it is like to drive. We talk about the engine and where you could drive the Raptor. What would it be like towing? Would Robert buy one? Jeep Wrangler Ute! This will be due out next year and looks really interesting. A ute will fix one of the big problems with the Jeep - lack of space in the cabin, so it will be very popular. I am pretty keen on checking it out. What does Robert think about the Co...
38 - Driving really, really fast with Bruce Garlard, 4WD and Dakar Rally Driver
August 02, 2018 23:45 - 28 minutes - 22.4 MBWe look at the number of people who don't finish the Dakar Rally. It is a very tough course, expensive to compete in and there is some unforgiving terrain, so the failure rate is very high. The vehicles aren't stock, so they are heavily modified to make them capable of surviving the terrain at speed, whilst trying to keep the weight as low as possible. There are some fundamental changes to the vehicle, including moving the radiator to behind the cabin. There is nothing in the car that d...
37 - Rally Driving with Bruce Garland
July 09, 2018 08:01 - 31 minutes - 24.6 MBIf you are loving 4x4earth.com, check out the 4x4earth Merch. The sales help to keep Australia's largest free and independent 4 wheel drive website and the largest Australian 4x4 Podcast! It helps us to keep on doing the work to keep tracks open. We talk with Bruce Garland who has a huge amount of experience in 4WD rally driving. He has done some awesome rallies and we look at how he got started and why and what adventures he has had. Bruce shares his experiences doing the Dakar rall...
36 - Beach 4x4 Carnage at Robe - Part II
June 17, 2018 23:44 - 27 minutes - 22.5 MBWe continue our discussion with Brian, one of the 4x4earth moderators. We discuss tyre pressures. Too many people don't deflate or they deflate enough. What is the right tyre pressure? How often should you check the tyre pressure? What equipment do you need? People see a lot of ads on TV about 4WDs driving along the sand at high speed with sand going everywhere. Is this realistic? Should you drive like that? What factors contribute to rollovers? What time of day is the best f...
35 - A weekend of 4WD carnage at Robe
May 27, 2018 22:35 - 30 minutes - 24.2 MBWe talk to Brian, one of the 4x4earth moderators about a long weekend away at Robe where 5 4WDs rolled over. What happened? Why? We also talk about the Granites. Have you been to the Granites? Have you driven up there? Is a 4WD up on the rock one of the most iconic 4 wheel drive selfy shots? Brian talks about the 32 mile crossing and then on to 42 mile crossing for lunch. On the way back there is a vehicle stuck with a tyre rolled off the rim and the vehicle was bogged well d...
34 - 4 wheel driving and track access with Ron Moon
May 06, 2018 23:59 - 28 minutes - 27.8 MBRon talks about the High Country, Robe and South America. Ron travelled through Brazil and Argentina. We talk 4 wheel tourism. Which state does Ron think is doing the best in providing access? four wheel driving touring brings in a lot of tourism dollars, and the more Councils and local businesses understand this, the more likely we are to get tracks open. What about vehicles? Are vehicle designs changing the way that we drive and the places that we go? How have online booking sy...
33 - 4 wheel driving with Ron Moon
April 05, 2018 23:14 - 30 minutes - 29.7 MBRon's got a couple of vehicles, and has driven the world in them. Ron discusses his time in the Army, and how he transitioned to freelance writing, with a trip through Africa. He talks about his time as editor of 4x4 Australia and now being the editor at large. We discuss navigation in the days before GPS. Ron shares his experiences in travelling the world. We discuss the differences between 4 wheel driving the in United States compared to Australia. What kind of tracks do they...
32 - Tips for driving the Canning Stock Route
February 15, 2018 11:34 - 37 minutes - 24.9 MBWhat sort of vehicle should you have? What sort of mods do you need? What is a medical envelope and why do you need one? What effect do the dunes have? What are some of the common mistakes people make? Camper Trailer - Yes or No? How much drinking water do you need? Where is fuel available? How often does the Canning get graded? What causes the Canning? What are the entry and exit points of the Canning? When is the best time to travel? What advice is there for first...
31 - The new 2018 Ford Ranger Raptor - What have they done??
February 11, 2018 22:48 - 36 minutes - 36.5 MBThis was going to be my new Ute. The rumours were that it was going to have a new 3.6 litre Petrol engine with a lot more power. The Ecoboost engine was meant to have 336kW and 690Nm. The new diesel has 147kW and 470Nm. We discuss with Robert Pepper, renowned 4WD journalist about - What has Ford done? Why has Ford done it? What is the Raptor all about? Should I by it? We also look at the shocks, gearbox and the tyres. At least with BF Goodrich tyres is a serious statement from...
30 - The history and access to the Canning Stock Route
February 09, 2018 04:04 - 29 minutes - 19.1 MBBetween 1,500 and 2,000 a year do the Canning Stock Route. What is there to see and what is there to do when travelling the CSR. We talk with Canning Stock Route expert, Phil Binachi about the activities and attractions on the stock route. The dune systems are an amazing site and an amazing driving experience. There is a large amount of aboriginal art some of which is incredibly old. There are of course, the wells and a number of graves. We discuss the work of Track Care and how...
29 - The History of the Canning Stock Route with Phil Bianchi
February 01, 2018 22:44 - 39 minutes - 26.8 MBPhil Bianchi is a historian and 4 wheel driver who has documented a lot of history of the Canning Stock Route and he has driven the route many times. From Wiluna to Halls Creek, it runs 1850 kms and was first surveyed in 1906. We discuss Alfred Canning and his initial trip to survey the Canning Stock Route and the expedition to build the stock route. The history of the Canning Stock Route is fascinating, with murders, sabotage,Beef barons and a Royal Commission. We talk about the i...
28 - Is Diesel Dead?
August 13, 2017 23:01 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MBWe talk to Robert Pepper about the future of Diesel engines in 4 wheel drives. My last 3 4WDs have had diesel engines and I have loved the economy and reliability of diesels. Vehicle emissions have become increasingly under the microscope as people become more aware of the effects on the environment. Whilst the fuel economy of diesel has been great (my old Patriot was getting 6.5 liters / 100km) the emissions are a lot dirtier. The United States has never really embraced diesels, nor h...
27 - Why Caravans Crash
August 03, 2017 23:28 - 39 minutes - 31.3 MBWe talk to Mike Clayton from Clayton's Towing. Started 45 years ago on the Sunshine Coast, Clayton's now has 15 depots and 100 staff. Have a listen to this podcast if you ever tow a caravan, there are a lot of factors that you need to consider when planning your trip, and those factors can change between the start of your trip and the end, so knowing how to drive with a caravan is really important. Please share with anyone who tows a caravan. Mike drives a FJ Cruiser, goes offroad and ...
26 - Boggings,roll overs, fires, creek crossings gone wrong and everything else that can go wrong offroad.
May 14, 2017 01:00 - 1 hour - 93.6 MBWe talk to Jason Lock to talk about all of the things that can go wrong when you head offroad. Before we get started, we talk a little about 4WD insurance and the work that Kalen is doing at Club 4x4. He is providing the insurance for 4x4earth members. If you are looking for insurance for your 4x4,check out the Inusrance page on 4x4earth. We get a commission from each one sold which helps keep 4x4earth free and independent. We also talk about The Day I killed my Jeep. Getting s...
25 - New 4WDs for 2017 with Robert Pepper
February 24, 2017 05:17 - 41 minutes - 60.8 MBWe talk to Robert Pepper about the new 4x4s coming onto the Australian market in 2017. There is the Mercedes X Class, JL Wrangler, the new Defender, the L472 Land Rover Discovery. We also have an update on the MA/MC issue and which companies have worked to fix the issue and which haven't. We find out about Robert's trip through the Victorian Desert in a Maserati. That's right - a Maserati. We also talk about his taking a Jag offroad. We look at the the trend for less diesel's in ...
24 - Exploring the Aberfeldy Track with Rudy Paoletti
February 02, 2017 12:18 - 1 hour - 69.1 MBWe talk to Rudy Paoletti, organiser of Navruns, map and book publisher, explorer and champion of the history of the Aberfeldy Track. We are discussing the future of 4x4earth, so please have your say on the forum. We are also looking at a new slogan for the website. "Looking for a good route" has done us well for the first 10 years of the site, but as we look to work more closely with Corporates. Check out the 4x4earth store. There are T-Shirts, Caps and stubby holders in the store...
23 - Jason Lock and Sema 2016 - What new products and trends caught his eye
December 18, 2016 05:45 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MBSEMA, Specialty Equipment Manufacturer's Association, is the largest trade only automotive show in the world. Held in Las Vegas, there was 40 kilometers of displays. ARB and TJM attended with great stands, Harrop Industries. Bubarope has a greatnew product to help kep 5 wraps of cable on your winch, the Grabber. We talk about some new Cummins diesel engines that will be coming out the Australia. We also talk about the differences between the modification legislation in the United S...
22 - 4WD Insurance and Roadworthies with Kalen from Club 4x4
November 16, 2016 05:20 - 45 minutes - 41.4 MBCheck out the trip report from the 9th Annual Victorian Gathering. A great We talk with Club 4x4 Insurance. 4x4earth has worked with Kalen from Club 4x4 and we are now recommending Club 4x4. Check out the link to our insurance link to see how their policies stack up and how they stack up on pricing. This is a great way to look into your 4WD insurance and 4x4earth gets a rebate, so you are helping keep 4x4earth free and independant for all users across the country. (We get 200,000 vis...
4WD new car trends with Robert Pepper
October 17, 2016 06:36 - 54 minutes - 74.5 MBNew 4WD Trends with Robert Pepper First we talk Creek Crossings - I've had my issues with Creek Crossings, but check out the video of a FJ Cruiser having issues with a crossing at Sunny Corner in NSW. Sheep Yard Flats - 9th Annual Victorian Gathering. This will be one of the best trips to go on for newbies to meet experienced 4 wheel drivers and get some great tracks under their belt. It is Australia's largest free and independent 4 wheel drive weekend away. We get Roberts view ...
20 - The new 4WD Cap Locker from Uneek 4x4
August 17, 2016 12:38 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBOur resident 4WD expert Jason Lock talks about the history of the diff lock and how Uneek 4x4 has developed a new Cap Locker. We talk about the effects of a factory LSD when you fit a traditional diff lock and how the cap locker will enable the vehicle to retain the use of the LSD. We look at the changes to the design, which will make the cap locker easier and cheaper to install and also more reliable. We talk about the design and testing process that the Cap Locker has gone through to ...
19 - 4WD tips for driving in the snow
August 15, 2016 09:27 - 28 minutes - 46.2 MBWe talk about how to prepare for a trip out into the Snow. Snow driving is a lot of fun, but the conditions are very different to other types of 4 wheel driving. Snow driving is usually done in very cold environments, so preparation is a lot more important. Spending a night out in the snow can be life threatening if you are not prepared for it. What equipment should you think about taking out on a snow trip. We talk tyres, what type and what pressure you should be running. Alpine Di...
18 - Tim Bates and the Wonnangatta Murders
July 08, 2016 00:32 - 36 minutes - 61.7 MBTim Bates has been driving the High Country for over 25 years and he shares his experiences with some of Australia's best 4 wheel drive tracks. We talk about the Wonnangatta murders, where James Barclay and John Bamford were murdered in 1916. We also talk about the Talbotville campgrounds and some of the great tracks and things to see around the area. Have you had issues with 4 wheel drives being defected in Mansfield? More and more 4 wheel drivers talk about issues in Mansfield and ...
17 - Roothy and the freedom to drive our tracks
June 23, 2016 11:28 - 1 hour - 86.9 MBWe talk to Australia's most famous 4 wheel driver, Roothy. We cover Milo, the places that he has been and the mods that he has done. We also have a great chat about how to keep tracks open. We discuss one of my favorite topics - 4 wheel drive tourism, giving the bush a hand up, not a hand out to keep the great bush towns going. We also talk about why he is running for election with the Liberal Democrats in the Queensland Federal Senate. For me, 4 wheel driving is a symbol of the freed...
16 - Common 4x4 Myths Busted
June 23, 2016 07:00 - 56 minutes - 79.2 MBMany 4 wheel drive owners go their whole life without any formal training in going offroad or the vehicles that we use. Because of this, there are many myths about driving and our vehicles which have crept in over time. We talk to 4WD expert Robert Pepper about many of these myths, how they came about and why they just aren't correct. You'll have a better understanding of your car and you'll be a better 4 wheel driver. We discuss diff locks, recovery techniques, axels and a whole rang...
15 - The Blue Green fighting PTSD in the great outdoors
May 08, 2016 05:35 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBThis is a great story that looks at the way that 4 wheel driving with mates in the bush can help people struggling with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. We talk to Marcus Nash, the Founder of the Blue Green crew about how he started the group This is a must listen episode for any Police, Ambulance, Fire Brigade, SES or ADF members who may be struggling with PTSD, or if one of your mates is struggling with PTSD, this is a great way you can help them. It is a really inspirational story b...
14 - 4 Wheel Driving with Rocket Rod from Wholesale Automatics
April 26, 2016 11:30 - 1 hour - 67 MBWe talk all things 4 wheel driving with Rodney Hudson, or Rocket, from Wholesale Automatics. Rodney is an iconic legend in the 4 wheel drive industry, featuring in many videos as he explores all over Australia. We also talk about his pioneering work at Wholesale Automatics, developing sophisticated solutions for people who want an automatic transmission in their vehicle. It is an amazing process that Rod shares with us about the design and Research and Development involved in building the...