Turas Camping and 4WD Adventures Magazine - Issue Twelve

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EXPLORING IRAN WILD CAMPING IN

EUROPE CAMP COOKING

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BATTERY MANAGEMENT

4X4 RACING THE BENEFITS OF

CAMPING WITH KIDS

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e have another action packed magazine for you, we once again report on some amazing Camping and 4WD adventures in Europe , touring wild Scotland with Higher Adventure and exploring the mountains and deserts in IRAN. We also give an overview of the rules and regulations that apply to Wild Camping in various countries throughout Europe . This issue also sees our third Podcast episode where we catch up with Francoise Graciet Holllander of euro4x4parts. We take a close look at the benefits of camping with the kids and explore the fascinating history and the evolution of the swag. As always, the magazine contains plenty of interactive video and features about the latest camping and 4WD products available. We do hope you enjoy this issue. A big thanks to our brand partners who make it possible for us to produce this magazine and make it available to you.

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e love nothing more than heading off the beaten track to a remote area, setting up a wild camp and switching off from the outside world for a couple of days. Not only is it an inexpensive way to spend your well earned free time while enjoying the surrounding natural environment but science also tells us that it is also very good for us.

In modern times our daily lives have become more stressful with increased financial pressures, work deadlines, and now with the everyday use of modern technology like phones, ipads etc we never seem to be able to switch off. Well the good news is that there are ways to break from this cycle every now and then. Now this does not mean we should all throw yoga mats into the back of our 4WD’ and head for Tibet, not that there’s anything wrong with that, it basically just requires us to make time every now and then to head off for a couple of days camping and leave our devices at home. We also now know from the research that when we sleep outside, without electricity and artificial light our bodies begin to sync with the cycles of the sun and this effectively resets our body clocks to their natural circadian rhythm and releases the happy

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hormone melatonin which contributes to better health overall.

Research also shows that artificial light and modern gadgets like phones, TV’s, IPADS etc are responsible for us staying up later and as a result interferes with the natural light-dark cycle that throughout the evolution of the human race began at sunrise and ended just after sunset. We are all familiar with those beaming lights from our phones as we check out what’s going on in the cyber world just before we fall asleep. It has been well documented that these late sleep patterns can lead to unwanted weight gain, mood problems, morning sleepiness and the list goes on.

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The team at TURAS don’t need much convincing to pack up our 4WD’s and head off for a few days camping leaving the laptops and other distractions behind and we can totally relate to some of these findings. It doesn’t take a genius to realise that a week wild camping makes you feel more connected with your surrounding environment. From a social perspective, wild camping with your family and friends is also a great way to reconnect and enjoy each others company, no fighting over the TV controls or staring into screens. Both the kids and adults love sitting around the fire toasting marshmallows and having good cheerful conversation with no distractions.

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where we choose. Each country throughout Europe and beyond have different laws when it comes to wild camping and driving in remote areas and all of these laws should be respected.

As pressure on our landscapes from recreational use continues to increase it is now as important as ever for us all to abide by the Leave No Place principles.

It goes without saying that the vast majority of tourers and campers do respect their environment but unfortunately we will also have a minority who do not and give us all a bad name.

So now that we have established that wild camping is good for us, the next question is which countries can we explore and wild camp legally in and enjoy this worthwhile and rejuvenating

experience. Lets have a look at a few of them.

BRITISH ISLES

In the British Isles and the Republic of Ireland the laws around wild camping seem to vary in each jurisdiction with some being more liberal than others.

Generally in England, Scotland and Wales all of the land is privately owned and you require permission to wild camp. In Scotland the well developed Outdoor Access Code provides detailed guidance on the responsibilities of those exercising access rights for non-motorised recreation. In England and Wales wild camping seems to be tolerated for hikers in many upland and remote areas, particularly in Snowdonia, the Dartmoor and

IN THE BRITISH ISLES WILD CAMPING LAWS VARY FROM ONE JURISDICTION TO THE OTHER

the Lake District but the vast majority of the land including National Parks is privately owned and therefore generally requires permission from someone to wild camp. So unlike places like Australia the right to wild camp with your vehicle is somewhat limited.

IRELAND

In Ireland, wild camping is not strictly legal but does seem to be tolerated in many remote areas .Similar to Scotland Ireland is sparsely populated with plenty of remote areas to explore particularly along the west coast. The key consideration is to leave no trace and respect the areas that you camp in. If you want to camp on private land you

should always ask for permission. Coillte the agency for managing forests in Ireland have a camping code in place which highlights the do’s o and don’ts when accessing forests.

The Housing (miscellaneous provisions) Act grants powers to landowners to have the police remove unauthorised campers. but it is likely that such legislation will only be acted on to deal with campers who are, in effect, living in the forest and will not apply to casual or recreational campers..Camping is currently permitted in some of the Irish national parks provided you adhere to the Leave no Trace Codes.

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Norway

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NORWAY

Norway lies between latitudes 57° and 81° N, and longitudes 4° and 32° E. Much of the country is dominated by mountainous terrain, with a great variety of natural features caused by glaciers during the last ice age. The west coast of southern Norway and the coast of northern Norway present some of the most visually impressive coastal sceneries in the world with National Geographic naming the Norwegian fjords as the world’s top tourist attraction. Norway has excellent laws when it comes to wild camping having one of the most liberal public-access laws in Europe allowing you to wild camp without any worries for a couple of days on uncultivated land. Wild camping in Norway is enshrined in the Allemannsretten which is basically every man or woman’s right of public access.

ICELAND

Iceland is situated at the confluence of the North Atlantic and Arctic Oceans is a country with a total area of 103,000 squared kilometres, with a population of only 320,000 people, which makes it the most sparsely populated Country in Europe. Most inhabitants live near the coastline with the interior containing mostly sand and lava fields, mountains, glaciers and volcanoes. There are around 170 registered campsites in Iceland, usually open from the beginning of June until late August or mid-September.

Many visitors come to Iceland to experience the pure, clean and untouched environment. Responsible camping allows you to enjoy Iceland in its purest form, and depends on campers respecting nature and minimizing their impact on the area they are camping in.

BELGIUM

Icelandic nature preservation law dictates where you are allowed to camp in Iceland if you find yourself away from registered campsites. In residential areas, d in Icelan g you are allowed to pitch up n i p m Wild ca to three camping tents in uncultivated land for one night only if there is no campsite in the area. If you wish to camp on cultivated land or near residential buildings, fenced off farmland, or such, you have to ask permission from a landowner or other beneficiary before you pitch up the camping tent. The same rule applies if you intend to stay longer than one night. You are not allowed to camp on farmland without permission.In the highlands, you have permission to pitch up camping tents. This applies only to a regular camping tent.

Mobile campers must always seek permission from landowners or other beneficiaries before camping, whether in a residential area, on uncultivated land or in the highlands.

In general, wild camping is tolerated if you find yourself away from registered campsites, from the point of view of exploring with your 4WD you most follow the existing tracks.

BELGIUM

Wild camping is generally prohibited in Belgium if you pitch your tent in a designated area called a Bivak Zone. Bivak Zones are designated wild camping sites that offer basic facilities. You can pitch your tent and stay at these sites for a limited time. In the Flanders it is allowed to stay for a maximum of two days. There are approximately forty Bivak Zones in Belgium the basic comforts include water pumps, a wooden tent

platform, a fire pit, though this is not the case for all bivak zones. Be sure to use the fire pits available.

PORTUGAL

Portuguese legislation determines that overnight stays and camping outside the permitted places (camping and caravaning sites) is not permitted and is subject to the authorisation from the authorities and the land owners. Portugal has an extensive network of good quality campsites, many of them located in places of rare beauty where you can be in full communion with nature. So, if you don’t want to risk being awakened by the authorities and go home with a much lighter wallet, we recommend that you plan your trip in advance, stay only in legal campsites and choose the ones that best fit your itinerary.

During the summer season, Portugal is historically affected by numerous forest fires.

During the critical period that normally goes from June to September, the authorities will limit or even prohibit certain activities such as the circulation of vehicles, barbecues and picnics in rural and forest areas, depending on the level of risk.

In this case, the right thing is simply to avoid the forest areas, follow the indications from the authorities and take the preventive measures that are in your reach, such as not smoking or making fire. If during a trip to Portugal you feel like doing a barbecue outside the authorised places (campsites or picnic areas identified as such), be aware that this is subject to permission from the local authorities Driving off-road (excluding or-

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ganised tours or events) is generally permitted in public unpaved roads and lanes where the highway code is applicable. Access to or driving through private property is forbidden without permission from the owners Inside nature parks and other legally protected areas including Natura 2000 areas, driving off-road is subject to permits and permissions from the Institute of Nature Conservation and Forests (www.icnf.pt). Each protected area has its own regulation which sets the requirements

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for the authorisation of recreational activities, including driving off-road.Driving on beaches, sand dunes, cliffs and other protected areas along the coast is prohibited by law and is subject to heavy fines.

For the regulations about off-road tours, wild camping and forest fires, I suggest you take a look at the very informative Dream Overland website http://www.dreamoverland.com/en/letra-da-lei .

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FRANCE

Wild camping translated as “le camping sauvage” is generally illegal in France under Article R11133 and R111-34 but it is not all doom and gloom as this law also states that “These prohibitions are enforceable only if they have been made public by posting in town halls and by placing signs at the usual access points to the areas covered by these prohibitions’’. It is discouraged to wild camp along the coastline and in protected areas. Of course you can wild camp

if you get permission so best advice is that if you are not sure to always ask for permission.

SWEDEN

In Sweden the wild camping laws are similar to those in Norway and are very liberal and welcoming to wild campers. The Right of Public Access (‘Allemansrätt’), or Outdoor Access Rights gives you the right to roam the countryside in Sweden in perfect peace and quiet.When you are in Sweden you

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have the right to walk, cycle, ride, ski and camp on any land with the exception of private gardens, near a dwelling house or land under cultivation. We call it the Freedom to Roam.

In Sweden the Right of Public Access is a unique right to roam freely in the countryside but with this right comes responsibilities to respect nature and wildlife and to show consideration for landowners and for other people enjoying the countryside. The Swedish Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sums up the Right of Public Access in the phrase ‘Don’t disturb – Don’t destroy.’ You may pitch your tent for a night or two in the countryside as long as you don’t disturb the landowner or cause damage to nature

GERMANY & AUSTRIA

Wild camping in Germany is illegal, you can stay at a designated bivouac site for one night but this normally does not allow you to park up with a vehicle. Of course if you ask for permission to camp on private lands well that’s a different story.

CROATIA

Despite people’s perceptions wild camping is not allowed in Croatia and you only should camp in designated camping sites and areas.

Camping outside legal campsites is forbidden and you can be penalised for it – currently anyone caught passing a night or two in a vehicle

or tent in unregulated and free-from-charge locations, can be fined. This kind of activity is regulated by Croatian Tourism Act issued by Croatian Ministry of Tourism.Tourism is very important in Croatia and for obvious reasons the Government and the locals would prefer if you stayed in registered campsites.

THE BALKANS (IN GENERAL)

The Balkans, or the Balkan Peninsula as it is known covers an area in Eastern and southeastern Europe with a number of borders dividing the region. The area takes its name from the Balkan Mountains that stretches from the Serbian-Bulgarian border to the Black Sea. The region is a four wheel drivers and wild campers paradise with the peninsula making up a combined area of approximately 470,000km squared or 181,000 square miles, making the area just slightly smaller than Spain.

In the Balkans you will experience without much issue wild camping in some spectacular places deep in the wilds and at various altitudes, from forests to open grassland to the top of mountain ranges and along river beds you will be spoiled for choice. Having had a number of contributions from Alek Veljković who is the Overland Expedition Manager for Rustika Travel in recent issues, they have informed us that they are very fortunate to have access to over 150.000 km of tracks throughout the

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ALBANIA

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Balkans region, with these tracks offering various levels of difficulties to 4WD enthusiasts. As regards wild camping Alek highlighted that you can pretty much camp anywhere in the Balkans ,’’it’s an oasis of freedom from an overlanders perspective’’. Alek said that they have good relations with many national parks which allows them to also camp in the national parks.

ALBANIA

Another 4WD and campers paradise, Albania is located in the south-western part of the Balkans, bordered by the Adriatic and Ionian Sea. Divided into three regions that include the Coastal, North-eastern and South/Eastern part of the country. In the North Eastern part of Albania the inland region to the north of the Shkumbin River, borders Montenegro, Kosovo and Macedonia where as in the south eastern part of the inland region to the south of the Shkumbin River borders Macedonia and Greece, this region includes the great border lakes, Lake Ohrid and Lake Prespa.The Coastal Region borders both the Adriatic Sea and the Ionian Sea and the country as a whole offers some incredible wild camping locations.

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As 4WD owners and people who love exploring remote areas and finding that perfect campsite it is very important that we are seen to protect and respect these laws and their environments and always take out what we take in. Every country throughout Europe and beyond have different laws when it comes to wild camping and driving in remote areas and all of these laws should be respected. As pressure on our landscapes from recreational use continues to increase it is now as important as ever for us all to abide by the Leave No Place principles. It goes without saying that the vast majority of tourers and campers do respect their environment but unfortunately we will also have a minority who do not and give us all a bad name. With that said there is still plenty of scope to find that perfect wild camping location and you could certainly spend well over a lifetime discovering some of them all over Europe.

There is still plenty of scope to find that perfect wild camping location and you could certainly spend well over a lifetime discovering some of them all over Europe.

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wags have evolved significantly over the years, from very humble designs to some very innovative options that come in all shapes and sizes. Thankfully you can now find these camping products on roof racks and in the back of 4WD vehicles as a result of recent availability, all over the world.

So, where did it all begin? Way back in the 1800’s in Australia a Swagman was known as a roaming and mostly seasonal agricultural worker who did odd jobs on farms including labour work, rounding up and shearing sheep. They mostly slept outdoors where they lay

on a piece of canvas and threw a blanket over themselves at night, to keep warm. When they moved on, they then rolled up the blanket, their belongings and the canvas together, threw it on their backs, and headed off for the next job, and that’s where the name for modern day ‘swags’ came from. During the great Depression in Australia swags became even more popular as unemployed men made their way across the Australian continent in search of work and mostly slept in swags. When these men found work, in a lot of cases, their swags would still remain their shelter for the night, that with a billy (tin can for cooking), some clothes and personal belongings, that was

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pretty much it. Today, swags are still very popular in Australia where campers and tourers store them in the back of their utes or on the roof rack of their 4x4 as they explore and search for the best campsites. In Europe and in the US the swag concept is still a very new one and one that we are still trying to understand. The first thing we think of when we see a swag is the size in comparison to a tent but having used both over the years the TURAS team soon recognised the benefits of using a swag. In fact, our swags are now our first choice of ac-

commodation when not using our roof top tents. And now, thanks to Australian companies like DARCHE we are getting to see swags up close in the British Isles, Europe and the US as DARCHE swags are now available through various distributors world-wide.

Where it all began (DARCHE) Widely recognised as the company that have taken the design of swags to the next level DARCHE introduced the Dome Swag over 20 years ago. Designed to withstand harsh Aussie conditions,

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the DARCHE swag range keep you comfortable all year round, no matter where you camp. Based in regional Victoria over 26 years ago, DARCHE revolutionised the traditional swag market with the introduction of some very innovative models. DARREN O’DWYER, the founder of DARCHE with his wife CHERYL (DAR-CHE), embarked on an eastern seaboard journey.

Wanting a shelter arrangement that was quick, practical and easy to stow, Darren used his imagination and created a canvas shell with fibreglass poles and the dome style swag was born with his creation being the talking point at many camping spots throughout their journey. On

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his return, Darren decided to showcase his new creation at a hunting and firearm show held at the Melbourne Exhibition Building. Using nothing more than a simplistic foldable card playing table as a prop, Darren soon become inundated with order requests from both Hunters and campers alike. Using Australian supply chain partners at the time including Bradmill, Charles Parsons (who now own the DARCHE brand), KS Textiles and ABC foam makers, DARCHE had become the leading swag and canvas converter in Australia, at one stage being the largest converter of 100% cotton canvas in the country.

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Types of Swags

With interesting and progressive designs like the Dirty Dee, the Dusk To Dawn and the Nebula now all available in the UK, Europe and the US, these DARCHE swags are feature packed with proofed poly/cotton ripstop canvas, heavy duty waterproof PVC bucket floor and 50mm high-density covered foam mattress, that sure is a big improvement when it comes to comfort in comparison to the first prototypes..

So, lets have a closer look at these models;

The Dirty Dee

We have been using the DARCHE Dirty Dee for over a year now and we have had plenty of opportunity to use it in different environments and weather including -15 in the winter months. This innovative design offers a multitude of doors and windows which provide plenty of ventilation on those hot summer camping nights.The ridge pole trigger locking system developed by DARCHE makes the Dirty Dee swag the ultimate freestanding tourer. Near vertical walls and

all-weather awnings, functionality, durability and comfort have been combined into an allround outdoor adventure companion.

This roomy swag is made from 420gsm proofed poly/cotton 16mm grid ripstop and offers generous headroom within.Other features include access to the undercover front awning, seam sealed internal seams, 4 internal storage pockets and anodised 7001 alloy 8.5 Dia poles with hard wearing polesleeves.

Like all DARCHE products, the materials are all of a very high quality.

The carrier bag is a generous size and easily accommodates the swag when packing away.

A big selling point for us was the 50mm covered hi-density foam mattress and the trigger locking ridgepole system. The thick mattress means you will be guaranteed a comfortable night’s sleep having said that the size of the mattress does make the swag bulkier but well worth it in our view. The trigger locking system is a great idea allowing the swag to stand freely without needing to use the supplied guy ropes. This is a great solution for those who enjoy a bit of comfort when camping. All up perfect for extended 4WD touring or a quick weekend of camping getaways.

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Is it a tent or is it a swag?, out a couple of years now the Nebula is a very generous 2 person freestanding canvas hybrid, purpose built for any outdoor adventure. The Nebula like the Dirty Dee and the Dusk to Dawn just sings quality and comfort, the innovative design makes for a functional four season all weather robust shelter. Uniquely constructed as a single skin canvas, you can also attach the included fly sheet. This is a big swag that combines the space of a tent with the comfort and durability of a swag, it also just happens to look the biz. We are going to have a closer look at the Nebula in issue 13 of the magazine so stay tuned.

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2 person freestanding canvas hybrid.

Combines the space of a tent, with the com fort and durability of a swag.

Heavy duty companion for expedition and touring Use with or without the tropical fly/awning Four seasons, all-weather shelter with 360° panoramic views Near vertical walls with generous head space Convenient 4 –way entry Anodised 16mm alloy body and ridge poles 420gsm poly/cotton 16mm grid rips top canvas 800mm PU waterproofing with internal seam sealing Super-fine 125gsm insect mesh Heavy-duty, HF welded, laminated 600gsm PVC bucket floor 50mm poly/cotton covered high-density foam mattress Canvas carry bag included Dimensions: 2300mm L x 1550mm W x 1000mm H Weight: 22kg

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In general ff you can get over the size of a swag in comparison to a tent and get used to throwing them onto your roof rack, in the back of your trailer or in the back of your pick up, you will never look back.

The comfort these products offer in our opinion far outweigh the extra space they take up. We have had too many nights of poor sleep crashing out in tents on hard ground and as we get a bit older these swags just bring a whole new dimension to our camping. You will feel very comfortable sheltering in these on a rainy night, in a snowstorm or on a hot summer night with the options of just closing the midget mesh and enjoying the panoramic views. Add a stretcher into the mix by placing your swag on it and in our view this set up is pretty hard to beat when it comes to comfort, in fact this set up in our view offers one of the most comfortable night’s sleep we have ever had.

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he Darche ‘Dusk to Dawn’ Swag is another high quality, and quick to setup swag from the Australian outdoor equipment company.

The Dusk to Dawn 1100 Swag sleeps one person comfortably

and would be cozy for a couple. The Swag is made from 420gsm poly/cotton 16mm grid ripstop canvas and has 800mm PU waterproofing with internal seam sealing.

There are two full length entrances on either side and both sides also have a super fine insect/mosquito mesh. The doors can be rolled up entire-

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ly allowing for an unimpeded view of the night sky , or alternatively with the use of (optional)awning poles either (or both) of the doors can be extended as an awning.

There are also two zip down windows at both ends allowing for good ventilation.

The mattress is a very comfortable 50mm poly cotton covered high density foam mattress.

and then lock in place with the alloy trigger lock ridge poll.

We recently had the pleasure of spending a few nights in the woods in one of these swags , set on top of the excellent XL 100 stretcher and had a very comfortable night’s sleep.

The swag is roomy and spacious and the heavy canvas kept us warm and also allowed us to sleep a little late, The swag is quick to set up, when unrolled simply add the even after the sun rose into two alloy poles on either end the sky, something which

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would normally have us suffo- able, and which also gives you cating with heat from the sun a lot more leeway in the types of terrain on which you can in an ordinary tent. set up camp.

The Dusk to Dawn also comes You can learn more about the in a smaller (900mm) and a larger (1400mm) version with Dusk to Dawn or order it onthe larger version sleeping line from Xp-Edition in Swittwo people comfortably. These zerland or from Trek Overland swags can be used on the in the UK ground, where they provide a very comfortable night’s sleep or can also be used over the XL100 stretcher, which we found to be ‘very’ comfortformation ,

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We’ve just recently returned from a camping trip in the woods where we took the swags and a couple of stretchers to test their comfortability. This was the first time that we tried the swags on the stretchers and after the first night’s experience we all unanimously agreed that it was one of the most comfortable nights of sleep we’ve ever had in the great outdoors. We had often heard how comfortable this combo is and we were pretty much blown away.

They have been doing this in Australia for years and it’s a relatively novel way to camp in Europe. We are used to inflatable mattresses or sleeping mats mainly due to the fact that they do not take up much room in our vehicles. Our view is that if you have the room to store a swag and a stretcher on your roof rack or in the back of your

vehicle, then it’s definitely a worthwhile option.

Some of the benefits experienced by us included being raised off the ground, this gives you easy access to your sleeping quarters but also it makes it a breeze to take off your shoes or get access to your clothes and items from your travel bag before you go to bed. Also, for those of you who like to have a couple of beers around the campfire before you go to bed, leaving the swag in the middle of the night when nature calls is no longer a big deal, no more crawling out of the tent and trying to put your shoes on at ground level.

Being off the ground also means that you do not have to worry about camping on a damp and muddy ground which most of us have experienced, not sure which is worse being cold from

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Comfort is also a big plus, with new designs and huge improvements in the materials now being used in stretchers they are a much more comfortable option, with some products like the DARCHE XL-100 ULTRA offering padding and extra luxury.

Being raised off the ground also means that you don’t have to worry about lying on rocks or protrusions from the ground, this makes it easier to have a level pitch which is a big plus.

And lastly, the improvements

in design make these bigger stretchers more manageable when it comes to transportation and packing away with the improved quality in the materials used, they can be placed on your roof rack and away you go.

The cross leg system allows you to open and close these stretchers very quickly On the down side the larger ones can be a bit bulky and heavy but if you have the space on your roof rack, in your vehicle or in your camper trailer, this should not be an issue as

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most models fold down neatly. Other than that, we can’t really find any negatives, we have missed out on this type of camping over the years and certainly will be making up for it on future trips where the swags and the stretchers will now be one of our main setups. The stretchers you see here are the DARCHE XL-100 ULTRA and the XL-100

The XL-100 ULTRA is ground-hugging in design, quick to set up and easily converted into a comfortable stretcher. High quality, the XL-100 ULTRA is constructed with a robust steel and alloy black frame, durable 600D poly fabric and comes with a convenient carry bag.

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k o o l r e s o l c A As highlighted by the Lonely Planet Iran could be the friendliest country on earth but also the jewel in Islam’s crown, combining glorious architecture with a warm-hearted welcome.The term Iran derives directly from Middle Persian Eran , the country is home to one of the world’s oldest civilizations and boasts a history of a variety of ethnic groups that include the Arabs, Greeks, Turks and Mongolese who over the centuries occupied this ancient land. Iran is the second largest country in the Middle East with a land mass covering over 1,648,195 km2 (636,372 sq miles), there are plenty of places to explore.

With a population of over 81 million inhabitants, this diverse country, in terms of history and culture, is often described by travellers and overlanders who have explored this ancient land as place where its people are very welcoming.

The country is bordered by Armenia, the Republic of Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan, Afghanistan and Pakistan, Turkey and Iraq to the south by the Persian Gulf and the Gulf

of Oman. Tehran the country’s largest city is also the main economic and cultural center.

Iran is one of the world’s most mountainous countries, its landscape dominated by rugged mountain ranges that separate various basins and plateaus from each other. Iran’s highest mountain Mount Damavand, stands at an impressive 5,610 m (18,406 ft).

But it’s not all mountains in the north of Iran, the country is covered by lush lowland Caspian Hyrcanian mixed forests. The eastern part consists mostly of desert basins, such as the Kavir Desert, which is the country’s largest desert, and the Lut Desert, as well as some spectacular salt lakes.Being such a large country Iran has 11 climates ranging from arid and semi-arid, subtropical along the Caspian coast and the northern forests, in the Zagros basin you will experience lower temperatures, severe winters with below zero average daily temperatures and heavy snowfall with the eastern and central basins being arid.

We recently caught up with Saman Kashani and his team from Road IRAN at the Abenteuer and Allrad show in Germany to discuss what Iran has to offer in terms of Offroad-Adventure tours through the deserts, mountains and forests.Saman informs us that in order to get to know Iran in all its facets, you just need an open mind and be ready to enjoy a once in a lifetime experience. Road Iran offer you the opportunity to discover the country either as a self-driver, passenger, or with a rental 4WD vehicle. These guys offer an unforgettable

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experience, away from the popular tourist destination. Saman explained that the routes used showcase Iran’s’ natural and cultural highlights where you will experience breathtaking landscape and the Persian culture with all its social and historical facets up close.

Saman also explained that Road Iran is committed to sustainable and authentic travel that will take you on a unique adventure, having established sustainable partnerships with local communities they ensure a culturally sensitive and authentic experience. One of Saman’s key objectives under the Road Iran banner is to foster an intercultural understanding between the locals and the participating tourers. But this is just part of the experience, it’s all about experiencing IRAN and all its wonders from behind the wheel of a 4WD vehicle.

The Lut Desert is definitely one of our tour highlights explains Saman. It is a large salt desert located in the provinces of Ker-

man and Sistan and Baluchestan, this area is also a UNESCO World Nature Heritage , covering over 166,000 km² (64092 miles²) making it the largest desert in Iran. It gets pretty hot there, in fact seven years of satellite temperature data show that the Lut Desert in Iran is the hottest spot on Earth reaching a whopping 70.7°C (159.3°F) in 2005.

It is also one of the driest places on the planet so it is understandable that even Nomads bypass this place of endless vastness.

Inside the Lut-Desert, Road Iran will drive and guide you through the Yardang Mountains with their fascinating rock formations of sand, this is like driving on another planet. Shaped by natural wind work, the Yardangs are lined up perfectly and frame their way into the next part of the journey.

After experiencing the hard and rocky tracks in the mountains, the Yalan area provides a different and much softer perspective.

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a classic and unique desert environment. The dunes reach a spectacular 400 meters offering incredible vistas and iconic photo opportunities. After reaching this part of the trip Road Iran will set up camp here for a couple of days where you will experience pristine and unpolluted starlit skies. From the very north to the south, there is an average temperature difference of 35 °C (95 °F). So there are extremely hot and cold places to be explored around the country. However Saman pointed out that travelling during the spring or autumn will avoid extreme weathers, making your trip much more comfortable. ‘’Iran is far from a land of just drought but also incorporates breathtaking lush forests and wetlands’’.

Another interesting destination is the “Hyrcanian Forest”, also known as the “Caspian Forest”, this is the country’s largest humid forest.

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AN INCREDIBLE y Together with the German Federal Agency for Nature Conservation and the Michael-Succow-Foundation, the Iranian government engages in great efforts to sustain this incredibly habitat and endorses its recognition as a UNESCO World Natural Heritage. It is one of the only surviving forests in the world, which survived the ice age. It is also Iran’s oldest national park and boasts 150 different species of birds that can be found here, including the rather rare bearded vulture.

Mammals such as brown bears, leopards, wolves, gazelles, sheep and jackals also call this forest home. If you are lucky, you might even see one of the very last and endangered Persian cheetahs. Tigers once roamed this forest but are now unfortunately are now extinct.

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Another highlight in Iran is the Maharloo Lake, also known as Pink Lake, this is a seasonal salt lake in the highlands of the area of Shiraz, the lakes salt is rich in potassium and other salts.

For those of you who are wine drinkers you will definitely have heard of Shiraz, and it’s interest-

ing to note that wine was being produced in Iran for thousands of years with a focal point of production in the ancient city of Shiraz.

The lake water in the area typically evaporates by the end of summer and exposes the spectacular white lake bed. By mid-summer and due to high evaporation rates and salt

concentrations, the lake water turns pinkish red as a result of the red tide within the lake.

Another area explored that offers another contrasting environment is Dizin, this is the largest ski resort in Asia. It is located in the Alborz mountain range, about just 70km north of Tehran, Iran’s cap-

ital city. It was established during the 1960s under the reign of Mohammad Reza Pahlavi. Dizin is the first ski and winter sport resort in Iran which has been officially recognized and granted the title by the International Ski Federation for its capability in administering official and international compe-

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titions. The highest ski lift reaches 3,600 m (11,800 ft), making it one of the 40 highest ski resorts in the world.

Moving on to Lake Urmiawhich is a spectacular endorheic salt lake located between the provinces of East Azerbaijan and West Azerbaijan in Iran, and west of the southern portion of the Caspian Sea. It is one of the largest lakes in the Middle East and the sixth-largest saltwater lake on Earth, with a surface area of approximately 5,200 km2 (2,000 sq mi), a length of 140 km (87 mi), a width of 55 km (34 mi), and a maximum depth of 16 m (52 ft).In recent years the lake has shrunk in size due to damming of the rivers that flow into it, and the pumping of groundwater from the surrounding area.

But new projects between the Iranian government and UNESCO are improving the situation. Lake Urmia has approximately 102 islands and is now protected as a national park by the Iranian Department of Environment.

Other areas of interest include Naqsh-e Jahan Square, also known as Meidan Emam,this is a square situated at the center of Isfahan, Iran. Constructed between 1598 and 1629, it is now an important historical site, and one of UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites.

The Allahverdi Khan Bridge, popularly known as Si-o-se-pol (bridge of thirty-three spans), is the largest of the

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eleven historical bridges on the Zayanderud, the largest river of the Iranian Plateau, in Isfahan, Iran. Persepolis which was the ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire (ca. 550–330 BCE). and the Daryacheh ye Namaki which is the second biggest salt lake in Iran. The salt is the main stoke for the Iranian public.

Saman highlighted that all participating off-road vehicles being either your own one or a rented one should be carefully prepared, but don’t need to be hard core off road vehicles . Desert

compatibility is an advantage so this should be taken into consideration when preparing you vehicle also to get the most out of this trip, you should be willing to engage with other cultures and people. All up this sounds like an incredible touring experience.

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Tyres: Make sure that you have good tyres and that they are at the right pressure depending on the terrain. Hot temperatures

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can damage the rubber in your tyres. Before departing on your trip always check your tyres for bulges or other signs of damage. Also don’t forget to inspect your spare tyre.

Engine coolant: Make sure you have checked your coolant levels and always keep an eye on your vehicles temperature gauge. (Avoid checking your coolant when the engine is hot.

Batteries: Make sure you have good quality batteries in your vehicle also make sure the clamps that secure your batteries are firm A badly fitted battery that comes loose can cause damage under the bonnet Oil: Also make sure you change your oil before your trip and bring some spare oil just in case. Also check the Hydraulic clutch and brake reservoirs.

Window Shields: Bring interior window shields for your vehicle to prevent it from getting too hot.

Practice: Practice if possible driving on the sand before your trip

Storage;

Make sure that your storage system in the back of your 4WD or on your roof rack is well secured the last thing you want to happen when coming over a dune is to be hit with something that was loose in the back of your vehicle. Make sure all equipment including tool-boxes, camping gear etc is firmly secured in the back of the vehicle and not liable to start flying around when going over rough ground or up or down steep slopes.

Daily travelling:

The driving time between most of the Road Iran destinations is between 4 and 5 hours a day.

However, this can be exceeded.

Tour guides:

The Road Iran tour guides are very familiar with the areas and know what it takes to guide you safely. Your guide will give you amazing insights into the country and it’s people. Saman told us that every tour is accompanied by an English/German-speaking guide who is familiar with European cultures.

Health inquiries:

No vaccinations are prescribed.

However, before going on this trip, a visit to your doctor is always recommended.

Travel dates:

Road Iran tours always take place in spring (March to May) or autumn (September to November).

The Road Iran next dates include: Self-driver in October 2019, May 2020 and October 2020 Passengers in March 2020 and September 2020 Rental car-driver can join on all dates Duration: from 5-30 days

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e recently got a chance to head down river to test a few products one of which included the Petromax Rocket Stove.

Like all Petromax products this is of a very high quality and perfect for cooking with on this type of a camping trip. The German based Petromax really do deliver on producing quality products and the Petromax Rocket Stove rf33 ticks all of the boxes when it comes to functionality and durability and it also just happens to look the business.

The stove effectively uses a wood boiler principle where wood is stacked as it is fed into the chamber, this process achieves an extremely efficient combustion of biomass thanks to the stoves design which facilitates optimal air supply. The simple L-shaped design of the fuel support allows fuel be it wood,bark, twigs, cones or any sources of natural fuel that may be lying about or near your campsite to be stacked up and fed into the stove .

In the combustion chamber the heat is limited to a small space which is protected by the isolated housing. The heat escaping from the vent is then captured in the cast-iron top, providing optimal heat to cook your favorite camp meal, the escaping flames from the funnel are also a great way to cook your meats and vegetables, just like you would cook a stir fry at home over a gas flame. Before using the stove for the first time make sure you attach the supplied handles securely.Also when using the stove always make sure you place it on a sturdy surface, remember it needs to be sturdy enough to hold a cast iron pot or

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pan, the last thing you want is your food tipping over because of an uneven surface, take your time to scope out an even surface before starting to use the stove. Also when placing the fuel support in front of the feeding door, make sure the feeding door can be opened and closed easily, when you are not feeding in the fuel,keep the stoves door closed.

they are cold and dispose of them properly.

On this trip we cooked up a tasty indian dish and we were very impressed on how intense the heat can get from the funnel, of course you can control this by increasing or decreasing the amount of fuel that you are feeding into the stove. We cooked our dinner in a Petromax Dutch Oven, if you are cooking with a Dutch Oven make sure It goes without saying that this it has a flat base as the Dutch product should only be used in Ovens with legs are not suitthe outdoors and when using outdoors you should always ad- able for use with this stove. It is also advisable to place suitable here to the leave no trace princookware such as pots and pans ciples and show consideration to the plant and animal life and (bottom diameter at least 4.72 to nature reserves.When you are in /12 cm) on the cast-iron top.

Check out the video for a closer finished with the stove make sure you remove the ashes from look, all up this is a cracking bit of kit the combustion chamber when

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max Rocket Stove rf33. The sturdy padded Ripstop fabric brings • Once you have finished cooking, let the fire in the rf33 burn additional stability. Both handles as well as the removable out. Never pour water to extinguish the fire in the rocket shoulder strap are particularly reinforced and provide pleasant stove.

• Let the rocket stove complete- wearing comfort. Additional accessories can be placed in mesh ly cool down before storing it, pockets inside the lid or in the and keep it in a dry place. outer pockets with hook-and• You can grease the cast-iron top with the Petromax Care Con- loop fasteners. ditioner.

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Height: 13 in (33 cm) Outer diameter: 9.3 in (23.5 cm) Inner diameter chimney: 3.7 in (9.4 cm) Dimension feeding door: 2.8 x 4.7 in (7 x 12 cm) Weight: 14.3 lbs (6.5 kg)

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First up we cheated a little by bringing an Indian sauce but we did add some of our own fresh ingredients and it did taste the business. With the Rocket Stove at hand we were able to cook and tasty

Indian curry that by any camp grub standard certainly held its own. With chicken fillets all copped up, garlic, onions, chilies, turmeric and some garam masala served up with some Indian curry sauce and boil in a bag rice, we were more than pleased with our end result..

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Elsewhere in this issue you can listen to our recent podcast chat with Francoise Graciet Holllander. Francoise is one of the founders and owners of Euro4x4parts and is also an avid and very successful offroad racer.

to explore the world.

Before the year 2000 Francoise did not know much about the 4x4 and offroad world. She was working in a senior marketing position for a fast moving consumer goods company but was dissatisfied with this work and seeking a change of scene.

Francoise grew up in Alsace close to the German border. But from an early age she felt that she would not remain in Alsace When she first learned about and had a yearning to travel and the off road pastime and the in-

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FOR YEARS THE WHEREABOUTS OF THIS LAND ROVER WAS A MYSTERY dustry it was through her ex-husband George who is now an owner of Euro4x4parts. George suggested starting a company in the automotive industry. But she was not initially sure what she could do in the industry. As George was already working the automotive industry he suggested that there was lots of demand for transmission parts for air conditioning parts and for four by four parts and that this might be a good area to investigate. And that’s how it started.

From the start they both wanted the company to be international and not what was the case in most of the other companies,that they saw in the industry, when they studied the competition and saw that the industry was populated by mostly local companies.

From the outset they planned to found an ‘European’ company with a European database and a web-

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site in three languages. Which it was from the start. From there on they consciously decided to take on as many different nationalities and languages as they could onto the staff.

Now Euro4x4parts has as many as 16 different languages spoken by their staff and they have sold products to one hundred and fifty different countries across the world. Euro4x4parts has found a strong and loyal customer base through providing a very wide range of parts and accessories, many of which are not easily available in some countries and remote parts of the world. And of course as internet shopping continues to grow as an opportunity for customers and companies, Euo4x4’s SEO optimised website, quickly puts the required products in front of the searching customers.

For Francoise 4x4 touring offers an opportunity to take the road less travelled and to enjoy the exploration of some remote and beautiful places not accessible to most people. When touring Francoises’ groups are always small, with no more than 4 vehicles.

She explains that “I think that off roading is really answers to a basic need of people. The need for us to have full freedom and autonomy for travel. It puts you in a position where you can do what you want really. You can leave. You don’t need anybody or anything else. You can follow your own desires and follow your mood and stop whenever and wherever you like. This is something which will never never change. And whatever vehicle you choose. Only a 4x4 can take you into the remotest parts of the world”.

We asked Francoise where she sees the 4x4 industry going, and she explains that she thinks that 4x4 touring will grow even more than then rallying.

Offroad racing and competition is changing as well as well.

Francoise explains that there’s a lot less extreme competition like she does, and there’s a lot

more cross country people participating. She thinks that this because in general people don’t want to ‘suffer’ the hardships of offroad racing and that they want to have a more relaxing and fun time, in the end.

This is a trend that Francoise identifies needs to be taken into account by the industry.

For her, racing in the Land Rover Defender, the team are travelling through completely remote and inhospitable places.

It takes a certain kind of commitment to get through and to enjoy this type of competition.

Francoise explains ”OK, there’s a there’s a tree, or trees all around, or there’s bushes. You initially say it’s impossible , but then you think, and you say OK I can go up 10 metres here and attach a winch here, and move 10 meters forward . The first answer is over there at that tree and then we go a little further and then the second axle gets over . And then you have a new situation where you have to actually take you off your hands off the wheel and saw through so many trees to allow you to progress further, and this is trophy racing, and we love it. We love it because it makes us feel

YOU KNOW THAT IT’S DIFFICULT, YOU KNOW IT’S NOT SOMETHING THAT EVERYBODY CAN DO, BUT WHEN YOU HAVE DONE IT ,AND COMPLETED IT , YOU FEEL SO PROUD, PROUD FOR WHAT YOU HAVE DONE. AND YOU SAY, YES!

like we are at the beginning of the world. It is an amazing feeling.

We also ‘drive’ of course, and we love the driving, and driving really fast through quicker sections. But the trophies are always difficult and you know that it’s difficult, you know it’s not something that everybody can do, but when you have done it ,and completed it , you feel so proud, proud for what you have done. And you say, yes!

To learn more about Francoise and to hear her stories, check out episode 3 of the TURAS Camping and 4WD Adventures Podcast.

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High speed racing

In this third episode we chat with Francoise Graciet Holllander. Francoise is one of the founders and owners of Euro4x4parts and is also an avid and very successful offroad racer.

Francoise grew up in Alsace close to the German border.

From an early age she had a yearning to travel and to explore the world.

For Francoise 4x4 touring offers an opportunity to take the road less travelled and to enjoy the exploration of some remote and beautiful

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places not accessible to most people.

She explains that “I think that off roading is really answers to a basic need of people.

The need for us to have full freedom and autonomy for travel.

“Only a 4x4 can take you into the remotest parts of the world”.

Learn more about Francoise in episode three of our podcast series.

Click on the icon on the left or look up our podcast series on iTunes or on your own podcast software.

WITH THE FOX 7 GPS

The The FOX 7 is the latest GPS Navigation device from Spanish company Navigattor.

Unlike conventional road GPS systems, where , once you drive off a paved road you are in an empty space on the screen, the Navigat-

tor can be loaded with a variety of maps to ensure that you always have the necessary detail to navigate in off road environments, across trails that would never be contained in a road GPS or even travel across completely wild areas.

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As the device contains a high gain GPS receiver , it will provide extremely accurate positioning information, normally below 1 meter in open spaces which is 10 times better positioning than you will find when using a phone or tablet to navigate.

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For onroad navigation the device uses OSMAND which allows users to download free worldwide maps and which can operate entirely in an offline mode.

The offroad navigation is provided by OziExplorer, which has been

trail bikes and quads. customised and uses an improved interface created by NaviWe took the Fox 7 with us on gattor. a tour of some forest trails in the mountains and the level of We recently got some time to comfort provided by not only test and use a Fox 7 device, and we are very impressed. The being able to navigate off road trails using very detailed maps bright 7 inch screen has a resobut also of being able to see the lution of 1280x800 pixels and route you have already driven is very easy to see and to read, being overlaid on the map as even in direct sunlight. We reyou drive, ensuring that no matally like the way the provided RAM mount cradle, a tough and ter how many confusing twists and turns you make through robust mounting solution, also provides power to the device and identical looking gaps in the which seals the device entirely trees, you know that you will very easily be able to retrace keeping it waterproof. As it is your route using the Fox 7 is a rugged and waterproof it can very , very nice feeling to have. also be used in buggys, maxi

We have only begun to use this GPS but we can say that it has already become an indispensable item for any trip where we know that we will be voyaging off the beaten track and outside the main road systems (and of course it’s also very useful for on road navigation).

The operating system in use is Android 6.0 which means that its also possible to install additional Android apps via the Google Play store should you wish to.

The Internal memory has a capacity of 16GB and you can also add a MicroSD card (up to 64GB)

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its website. OziExplorer also allows users to upload WP and Track files in GPX format.

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cotland has been our number one destination in 2019 and I don’t see that changing anytime soon says Chris Barrington of Higher Adventure, who hire adventure-­ready Land Rover Defenders equipped with hard shell roof tents. It’s not hard to see why as Scotland’s rugged beauty is postcard-famous: lochs, glens, rocky cliffs, white sand beaches and mist shrouded peaks are punctuated by medieval castles, stone churches, whisky distilleries and meandering rivers.

Occupying the northern third of Great Britain, Scotland packs some of the most stunning scenery in all of the UK into its borders. From the rolling hills

of the Borders, to the vast open landscapes of Caithness (the ‘flow country’) to the coastal landscapes and Highland scenery of Argyll & The Isles, Scotlands fifteen regions – each with a distinct character -­offer dramatic contrasts of landscape, wildlife and culture.

And with 12 National Tourist Routes, the epic North Coast 500, plus dozens of other scenic alternatives, a self-­drive tour will take you to the country’s most awe-­inspiring landscapes.

There’s good reason Scotland’s been an icon of overland travel for generations.

Another icon of overland travel that’s been around for generations is the Land Rover Defender, so perhaps it’s no surprise

that these two icons have always had a close relationship. In fact, the remote island of Islay off the West Coast of Scotland played a part in the creation this most British of motoring legends: Spencer Wilks, then the Managing Director of the Rover Car Company, owned

the Laggan Estate on the island.

In 1947, whilst driving his heavily modified Rover 12 across the tough terrain, his gamekeeper Ian Fraser quipped how it must be a ‘Land Rover’.

From then on the name stuck and Islay became the unofficial prov-

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ing ground for production Land Rovers.

So the clue has always been there in the name. The Land Rover Defender was designed to rove the land, regardless of conditions, and Scotland is the ideal play-

ground for this design trailblazer.

Which is both why Higher Adventure chose the Defender, and why over half of their customers choose Scotland as their destination.

Of course, driving in Scotland is rarely just about getting to your

destination, and more about do! And with a raised driving position and increased the experience of the jourground clearance, the driver ney. gets a clear view of the road ahead.

The ability to hang a right at a dirt track, gravel road As importantly, it offers or unnamed peak defines adventure, and few vehicles passengers great visibility deliver the spirit of freedom so everybody can enjoy the stunning scenery. and adventure like a Land Rover Defender.

Of course, when you do get to your destination, Since many of the roads in you won’t be disappointed.

Scotland are narrow and can be tricky to navigate it’s Chris’ vehicles are compreimportant to approach them hensively equipped, includwith caution and at a sensi- ing top of the range hard cover roof tents from South ble speed – something that a Defender makes it easy to African company Eezi Awn,

DRIVING IN SCOTLAND IS RARELY JUST ABOUT GETTING TO YOUR DESTINATION, AND IS MORE ABOUT THE EXPERIENCE OF THE JOURNEY.

Big Country drawer units, National Luna fridges, and Partner Steel stoves from the USA. In fact they’re equipped with pretty much everything – just bring your bedding and food – that you’ll need for your very own land rover adventure.

Two icons of adventure Remember Scotland’s access legislation is different to the rest of the UK. Thanks to Scotland’s progressive access rights to

most land and inland water, you are welcome to enjoy a whole host of activities – from wildlife watching to walking, camping, mountain biking, horse riding, paragliding, kayaking and swimming – as long as you follow some basic advice.

You can exercise access rights for recreational purposes (such as pastimes, family and social activities, and more active pursuits like horse riding, cycling, wild camping and taking part in events), educational purpos-

FROM WILD COASTLINES AND PRISTINE BEACHES TO ROLLING VALLEYS AND TOWERING MOUNTAINS SCOTLAND’S GEOGRAPHY IS A HUGE PART OF ITS APPEAL

es (concerned with furthering a person’s understanding of the natural and cultural heritage), some commercial purposes (where the activities are the same as those done by the general public) and for crossing over land or water.

And finally, it’s worth knowing that research from Glasgow and Stirling Universities shows that a passion for outdoor activities makes you more attractive.

‘For both men and women, outdoor activities were signifi-

cantly positively associated with desirability,’ researchers from Glasgow and Stirling universities reported. Time to give Higher Adventure a call perhaps?!

Our travel style is very much about escaping the crowds and connecting with nature, so the

idea of having the freedom to park (almost) anywhere we wanted for the night was definitely appealing to us!

Many people are confused by what’s meant by ‘wild camping’. In fact, wild camping under the Land Reform (Scotland) Act 2003 is only allowed when

THERE’S GOOD REASON SCOTLAND’S BEEN AN ICON OF OVERLAND TRAVEL FOR GENERATIONS.

camping on foot, bike or some other non-motorised form of transport. Scotland’s access legislation does not apply to motorised vehicles such as camper vans and motorhomes. For more information on wild camping in the UK check out our feature on

wild camping in this Issue of the magazine.

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s avid campers and lovers of the great outdoors, as you most probably are if you’re reading this, then there’s little I need to say that you don’t already know about the positive effects of getting out and about in the fresh air and away from the day to day stresses of everyday

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life.However, with most children spending only half as much time playing outside as their parents did, for many children today, the primary focus or ‘pull’ in their lives tend to be to all things electronic, from mobile phones to iPad’s and games consoles etc.

As fun as these can be, they tend to be somewhat addictive and with growing evidence of some of the negative aspects associated with

their overuse it’ll be of no surprise that getting time away from them is vitally important for children’s balanced development and wellbeing.

fects this can have are substantial.

One such study undertaken by the Institute of Education at Plymouth University and the Camping and Caravaning Club, who collaborated to discover perceptions of the relationship between education and camping.

In recent years there have been several studies undertaken to also understand the effects of children spending time enjoying the outParents and children around the doors and in particular camping UK were asked a series of quesand it appears that the positive af- tions which looked at the educa-

tional, psychological and social benefits of the camping experience to children of all ages, and parents who’s children camped in the great outdoors at least once a year reported that they go on to do better at school, as well as being happier and healthier. It also showed that 98 per cent of parents said camping makes their

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kids appreciate and connect with nature; 95 per cent said their kids were happier when camping; and 93 per cent felt that it provided useful skills for later life.

So why should you take you children camping and what benefits might they gain?

Well for several of the team here at TURAS who have young fami-

lies and often take our children adventuring with us the benefits are clearly visible from the instant smiling faces and watching them embrace the different environment and instant found freedom that they love. Indeed the very fact that most Friday evenings involve us being begged ‘Can we go camping this weekend?’ is proof enough,

but thinking about it further there are some obvious tangible benefits such as: - Learn new skills: from basic camping skills such as putting up a tent, camp cooking, knot tying to other associated skills such as fishing, map reading etc.

- Help develop their creativity: no more relying on technology for entertainment – children use their imagination to play games and entertain themselves.

- Increase fitness: Combine your camping trips with activities such as hill walking, climbing, kayaking etc it’s a great fun way to get those hearts beating a little faster.

- Build confidence: presents a great opportunity to let them realise they can live away from the usual creature comforts of a modern home and sleeping outside ‘in the dark’ with new sounds they might hear around them can help them overcome any fears they might associated with night time.

- Develop resilience: as well as positive experiences such as helping out to pitch the tent and set up camp etc. the challenges presented such as bad weather, not having access to modern days creature comforts and having to generally fend for themselves a bit help to make them more robust.

- Connect with nature: sleeping under the stars and being immersed in a new environment full of new sights, sounds and smells can help them gain a new love and respect for the beauty of the world around them and ensuring you employ the ‘leave no trace’ ethos helps reinforce that message of respecting the planet.

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So what are you waiting for whilst we’ve still got a few comfortable weather months ahead of us for camping at the back end of this summer if you haven’t already got your ‘little people’ involved there’s never been a better time. Get them helping you in the planning of your next big ‘camping adventure’ and get out there.

They’ll be sure to thank you for it, now and in years to come too, as you help develop the next generation of respectful outdoor explorers and that can never be a bad thing.

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When we sleep outside, without electricity and artificial light our bodies begin to sync up with the cycles of the sun and effectively resets our body clocks to their natural circadian rhythm and the release of the happy hormone melatonin which contributes to better health overall. Artificial light and modern gadgets like phones, TV’s, IPADS etc are responsible for us staying up later and as a result interferes with the natural light-dark cycle that throughout the evolution of the human race began at sunrise and ended just after sunset.

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THE CTEK DC-DC CHARGING SOLUTION JUST GOT SMARTER

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POWERFUL ON BOARD, ON THE MOVE CHARGING With award winning Swedish technology, the dual input D250SE allows you to enjoy your vehicle more with maximized battery capacity as the ideal charger for vehicles without access to a mains power supply.

The CTEK DC-DC on-board charging solution just got even smarter thanks to the launch ENJOY MORE AND RELAX The D250SE a fully automatic, step charger of twoisnew units. 5They willthat be supplies up to 20A of power to any 12V lead-acid directservice replacements for the or lithium* battery from 40–300Ah. It has selectable charge algorithms for AGM and lithium* D250SA & SmartPass 120 units. batteries and can use power through its dual input from alternator, solar panel and wind power. When the service battery is fully charged, the D250SE will automatically redirect maintenance charge power to the starter battery. The D250SE can maintain a stable output up to 20A to vehicles fitted with smart ECU controlled alternators and also has a temperature sensor for optimised charging, regardless of weather conditions.

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The D250SE unit boasts all of the features of the D250SA, but also has in addition Flexibility: to work with any 12V service battery, including lithium (12V LiFePO4).It has three specially developed charging modes: normal (14.4V), AGM (14.7V) and now also lithium (12V LiFePO4).

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• 20A fully automatic temperature compensated charging for batteries from 40-300Ah while you’re on the move

Smart alternator compatibiliDual input (solar and alternator in parallel) ty: ••the D250SE will continue to Smart alternator compatible operate even when there • Selectable lithium* and lead-acid modeis low • Solar panel output, regulator with maintaining Maximum alternator Power Point Tracking (MPPT) a stable output of up to 20A to fully charge your service battery in the shortest time.

SMARTPASS 120S

This unit boasts all of the features of the SmartPass 120, but also has: Smart Alternator compatibility:

continuing to deliver power to the service battery, and any loads applied to it, even when there is low alternator output

SMARTPASS 120S

120A DC/DC POWER MANAGEMENT SOLUTION The new D250SE and SMARTPASS 120S units mean that CTEK can guarantee a solution to any 12V set-up regardless of vehicle type SEPARATE, PRIORITIZE AND BOOST – offering or battery chemistry BATTERIES AND EQUIPMENT even greater flexibility.

Both of SMARTPASS 120S is a 120A Power Management Solution which distributes, controls and maximises these unique products have been the available energy from your alternator to power service batteries andto consumers.

120S developed workSMARTPASS as standalone handles all 12V batteries between 28–800Ah. The units or together asfunction a complete SMARTPASS 120Ss Battery Guard ensures that critical equipment such as radio, emergency system, with dual input for alterlights and navigation systems always have power and take priorityand when the voltagepower. on the service battery is nator solar Combined low disconnecting non-critical consumers. The unit’s together, safe Battery Guard will our protectpowerful, your service battery from and total discharge and built in over temperature protection flexible charging solution gives reduces charge current before the battery temperature gets high. SMARTPASS 120Smanage is compatible with the youtoothe ability to and D250SA and D250SE 20A on board chargers. control power more effectively – whatever your requirements.

SMARTPASS 120S charges and supplies the service battery and equipment with 120A, separates critical equipment from non-critical equipment ensuring that radio, emergency lights and navigation systems always have power.

Please contact your CTEK sales representative for further details of launch dates.

• Smart alternator compatible • Delivers 120A for quick recharge of batteries 28-500Ah • Compatible with D250SA and D250SE for the ultimate 140A power management solution • Prioritizing critical consumers and supplies consumers directly from the alternator • Start assistance function

The new D250SE and SMARTPASS 120S units mean that CTEK can guarantee a solution to any 12V set-up regardless of vehicle type or battery chemistry

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stablished over 40 years ago, APB Trading are specialists in Land Rover and 4x4 servicing and also in vehicle accessory and expedition preparation and outfitting.

APB also sells a wide range of expedition, camping and touring equipment via its dedicated equipment sales website. www. expedition-equipment.com .

One very popular product available from APB is the Norwegian made ‘G-Stove’. One of the rea-

sons, why this compact, versatile stove is very popular is because it highly effective when using small amounts of wood and it has lots of room inside to contain its wooden fuel. The stove was initially designed for use in tents and tipis but it can be used by anyone as a versatile and lightweight camping stove.

The stove comes with a glass door which allows for the door to be closed, and yet allow the stove to produce heat and light.

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cessories are made from stainless steel and are hard wearing and very weather resistant. The design of the stove maximises the use of the fuel and also provides for a very long burn time, which helps to keep you warm on colder nights.

The Gstove was initially designed in 2007.

The Gstove company focusses on developing innovative solutions for the outdoor life and they have a design pipeline containing many products that will be launched in the years to come.

a version with an integrated oven.

In addition to the various versions of the G-Stove there are some very useful accessories such as a fan attachment which uses the heat from the stove to propel itself and which can be used to send heat evenly inside your tent.

There is a water container which can be placed on top of the stove around the chimney to provide hot water, and there is also an attachable oven which can be inserted between segments in the chimney which uses the hot air from the stove passing the exterior walls of this oven to raise the At the moment there are several different versions and siz- temperature inside to suitable temperature for cooking, this es of the G-Stove. Including

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oven can be moved up and down the chimney , G-Stove recommend replacing pipe section two for fast cooking and replacing pipe section three for food that needs to be cooked more slow-

ly. For more information about the G-Stove range and the large range of accessories visit the www.expedition-equipment.com website.

We supply spares and Our expedition equipaccessories to the whole ment emporium suprange of Land Rover plies a vast range of 4x4’s including Discovgear for the overland ery, Range Rover, Freetraveller and camper – lander, and service and just explore our site for repair a wide range of the extensive range 4x4’s on offer.

We repair, fit-out, service and maintain vehicles and offer a specialised preparation service for expedition vehicles at our Hartlebury premises.

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Hats off once again to the organisers of the 2019 Abenteuer and Allrad show that took place between the 20th – 23rd of June 2019 in Bad Kissingen in Germany. With the sun shining for the duration of the show the atmosphere at both the designated campground and at the showground was was once again electric.

Everything was up this year including the temperature , number of exhibitors and with over 55,000 attendees it’s easy to see why this show is one of the best of its kind in the world.

We have now been attending this show for a number of years and it just seems to be getting bigger and better. The highlights for us are of course the huge array of camping and 4WD touring equipment on display, the friendly atmosphere at the campsite, the entertainment, the lectures, the great German beers and of course the famous and delicious currywurst that is served at the main catering tent. If you have not tried this German favorite yet well you have not truly experienced the Abenteuer & Allrad show, the TURAS team loves its currywurst with pommes, it’s the simple things right?

This year the campground had to be extended to cater for the huge crowds attending with all threes main campgrounds pretty much full on the first day of opening. It always amazes us

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the distances that people travel to see this show coming from all corners of the world, as you walk through the campsite you will see vehicle registrations from all over Europe and beyond.

For many people this is an annual event with many travellers visiting this show ever since it started over twenty one years ago. Many return visitors choose to stay in the designated shows campground that is located just outside Bad Kissingen.

The campsite is walking distance to a large supermarket food store and just over 2km from the town center of Bad Kissingen. As you approach Bad Kissingen the campsite is very well signposted to the entrance is at “Im Lindes�, or just put in Lindes into your satang and it will take you there.

The temporary campsite was once again w well catered for with plenty of clean toilets and the prices for having a shower on site remained at a reasonable â‚Ź2.The great weather meant that the green spaces were dry with no mud and as a result helping manage the site. If you are planning at staying at the campsite next year remember that reservations for the CAMP-AREA is not possible ,so if you are planning on meeting friends, there is no guarantee that you will be able to park

and set up camp together, best advice is to arrive at the same time in order to be guaranteed that you can set up camp in the same place.

The free shuttle buses once again ran like clock work from the campground t to the show ground; So if you have not been yet and are considering attending for the first time next year the dates for the 2020 show have been set for the 11th -14th June so make sure you put those dates in your diary, you wont be dissapointed.

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Apart from the massive Abenteuer & Allrad show itself, and all of the trade stands and activities on offer , another big part of the appeal is wandering around the massive campsite and taking in the amazing variety of rigs on show. Vehicles converge from all over Europe for this show, and most of these vehicles have interesting stories behind them. It’s a pleasant way to start the evening getting to chat to all of the offroad tourers and adventurers that have come together for their annual pilgrimage to Abenteuer and Allrad. One of the rally interesting thing you will notice when looking around the campsite is the variety and huge number of older vehicles that have traveled from all over Europe. From iconic Land Rovers to ageing Toyota’s Land Cruisers to some very well preserved Steyr Puch’s there is something here for everyone no matter where your allegiance lies. You will also see a couple of two wheel drive cars with roof top tents which is great to see and always brings a smile to our faces. Europe is home to some awesome looking touring vehicles and gauging by the increased numbers parking and setting up camp at the Abenteuer & Allrad campsites this trend is definitely on the way up.

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Two of these pickups that we ogle over every time we see them are the very impressive TUFFTREK 2017 3.2 L Ford Ranger Wildtrak and the The RS Ford Ranger 3.2L ARB LINEX RSI Wagon These Canop I S tainless S y inco beauties have been modified by Dara King, rporat in Smart Dara is the founder of TUFF-TREK who are one kitchen of the UK’s leading Rooftop tent and Expedition/Overland Equipment suppliers. The TuffTrek tourers are not only put on display at shows to showcase the range of TUFF-TREK expedition gear and products available, but also they are used as overlanding touring vehicles that have toured all over Europe and beyond.

The 2017 3.2 L features a much greater load capacity and extra space in the rear for cargo this build has been well thought out by TUFFTREK where they have attached a variety of products that they sell on their website www.tuff-trek. co.uk and some of these include the following.

An RSI stainless steel canopy which incorporates a full smart kitchen and built in table. A Front Runner Aluminium Roof Rack and Front Runner sliding drawers,

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TUFF-TREK are the official UK dealers and importers for the RSI Smart Canopy range, Dara explained that they prefer to offer each of these units as custom orders as this allows them to give you the exact specification you need for your Pick Up. Dara explained that each RSi Smart Canopy comes flat packed for easy delivery, yet weighs only approx. 85kg (double cab).

On the Ford Ranger 3.2L ARB Linex you will find a CTEK remote power system,and the roof top tent is the new and impres- Assembly is also very straightforward and the canopy has a sive TUFF-TREK Aluminium HD modular construction Overland Series Rooftop tent.

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design that allows you to replace a panel in case of damage, making them an economical proposition for a long term work environment.

The very impressive GOBI-X rock sliders installed on the side of the Ranger make an already rugged pick up look even more rugged looking. Built into the extended tubes are plates designed to act as steps which facilitates easy access to your vehicle. Each set of GOBI-X Rock Sliders also include a pair of Hi-Lift Jacking points, allowing you to safely and securely lift the vehicle. All sliders are also fully prepared in a two-stage durable black powder coat finish for hard wearing and giving a smart finish The OVERLAND Series ÂŽ Aluminium Hard Top Roof Tent is hand made exclusively for Tuff-Trek and available in a choice of GREY or BLACK powder coat to suit your vehicle.

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mechanism. This model has a secondary Aluminium chequer plate on the roof to carry items, such as solar panels, tool roll, sand ladders etc on top. The OVERLAND Series Roof-Tents can be supplied with optional rear or side mounted lower annex rooms, giving you the option of a fully covered room (ideal for slightly longer stays or when the weather turns nasty) .For more information on the wide variety of 4WD touring equipment visit www.tufftrek.co.uk a-

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ffroad Monkeys is a small family business in Bavaria that has made it its mission to make great vehicles, Land Rover Defenders, even better. We recently caught up with the guys from Offroad Monkeys at the Abenteuer and Allrad expo in Germany, where they had their products on display. The ever expanding catalogue of top quality parts is very impressive and some new parts were also on show on their demonstration vehicle.

Door Hinges The original door hinges have quite a few problems. Rust tends to build up and leaks down on the door in a rather ugly manner. Humidity can get into the car. Experienced Landy drivers know that problem well. We have a permanent solution for that problem. Our door hinges made from high strength aluminum are built for eternity.

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Rear Door Hinges The heavy duty spare tire and the dynamic load changes work hard on the original hinges.

Many Defender drivers know strong wear of the door hinges and squeaking and creaking noises of the rear door. That was the reason for us to develop durable rear door hinges from high strength aluminum.

Window Blocks It´s the same story as with the door hinges, the original window blocks rust easily and if things go bad they even crack the windscreen. With Offroad Monkey’s window blocks, you

don’t just get a distinctive fresh look, you also get extra strength and permanent rust protection. Built from high strength ,black anodized, aluminum.

Window Blocks with LED Seeing and being seen is a must for all off-roaders. With Offroad Monkey’s new window blocks, 2 powerful low beam headlights with 2 power LEDs (each 8 watts) can be mounted. The cables are laid invisibly into the interior without having to drill additional holes. Made of high-strength aluminum, black anodized.

Bonnet Hinges The perfect match to their door hinges. Precisely manufactured, stable and long lasting. They also provide theft protection for the hood.

It is not possible to unhook the hood anymore. Made from high strength aluminum with a bit more distinctive original look.

Sliding Window Covers The aperture for opening the side windows is relentlessly exposed to all weather conditions. This quickly ages the original part. Unsightly corrosion spreads and the paint may peel off. With Offroad Monkey’s covers made of high-strength aluminum for sliding windows, this is a thing of the past. The parts

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Adjustable Mirror Arms The arms are available in origThe optimally tuned, adjustable inal length and in 100mm longer version. The long version is mirror arms made of highideal for driving with trailer or strength aluminum, are available in 2 lengths. box body.

A clever folding mechanism with hardened grid holds the Gas/Fuel Caps The Offroad Monkeys gas caps mirror firmly in the direction of travel, even at high speeds make every boring tank top without wobbling or folding. a real eye-catcher. Like all of are black anodized and can also be painted in your body color.

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the Offroad Monkeys products, the gas caps are made of high-strength material and then black anodized. Choose from 4 different designs and make your tank a real eye-catcher.

Petroleum Lamp One of the nicest things at the end of a day of off road travelling or even camping at home on your terrace is to sit outside

in flickering lamplight. Offroad Monkeys petroleum lamps has a sophisticated seal closure and it can be quickly and easily closed so that nothing runs out. It is neat and handy and allows you to easily conjure up its beautiful light whenever you want it.

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Tyres are an integral part of any off-road or overland equipment setup. It’s very important when setting out that you know that you have a tough and reliable set of tyres on your vehicle. Tyres will be called upon in a variety of difficult circumstances, steep ascents and descents, fording rivers and wading through water, driving over deep sand or across sharp rocky surfaces. It is no wonder that there is such a wide variety of high quality tyre options available at the moment from a number

of manufacturers.Generally speaking 4x4 tyre types can be split into categories depending on the type of terrain and usage that they are designed for.

4x4 Road Tyres

As the name suggests, these tyres are designed to be grippy, responsive and to maximise fuel efficiency and are designed for use on roads and motorways. They are also quieter on the road than the other types of 4x4 tyre.

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improved grip and traction in off road use. Tests have shown that All terrain tyres have a more All Terrain tyres reduce fuel efaggressive and rugged tread pattern with deeper tread depth. ficiency by about 3% compared to road tyres (when used on the These tyres have reinforced road). tread patterns and reinforced sidewalls, they contain a lot more rubber than road tyres.

Mud Terrain Tyres All terrain tyres have a tread pat- Mud tyres have the deepest and tern mid way between road tyres most aggressive pattern of tyre and mud tyres in terms of tread types. The very chunky patterns design. These tyres have a more help to give a strong grip in rugged and deeper tread and mud and also ensures that the tread pattern than road tyres tyre won’t get clogged up with and have tougher sidewalls. The mud, as the open treads are detyres are designed to perform signed to be self cleaning and to well on roads and motorways ‘throw out’ excess mud. but can also perform and give

These tyres do not perform as well on roads as the other types, as there is less rubber in contact with the road. This means that you have to be more careful when braking or turning corners. In addition, these tyres can also produce a lot of noise when driving on the road. Mud tyres have an even bigger impact on fuel efficiency when used on roads than all terrain tyres.

So which tyres should you use?

routes or you compete in any off road competitions or racing, then mud terrain is probably the optimal tyre.

You need to be honest with yourself and choose the tyre which most closely matches the reality of your use of your vehicle. Everyone generally agrees that mud tyres look cool, but do you really need them? Or in fact might All Terrains be a better choice for your own usage?

The advice offered by BF Goodrich regarding tyre choice is worth listening to. The guys Well this depends on how at BF Goodrich suggest that you plan to use your vehicle. if you spend half your time If you plan to mostly stick to on-road and half of it offgreen-laning and use your road, that All Terrain tyres are vehicle a little for commuting, probably the best option for then road tyres are a good you. But if you spend more choice. If you see yourself time , or the majority of your driving in sandy conditions or time off-road then mud tyres often have to deal with mudare what you should opt for. dy or snowy conditions when driving, then all terrain tyres What tyres do you use and may be your best bet. why? Let us know via our website or social media chanIf you are regularly trying to nels. travel on difficult off road

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he recently launched high quality Petromax Fire Bridge provides the perfect outdoor kitchen for an open fire. Its basically a multi-functional cooking place which enables you, your friends and your family to cook, grill, barbecue and prepare your favourite camp food while keeping your dishes hot, all at the same time. Inspired by constructions of the early cowboys back in the day , the Petromax Fire Bridge allows you to safely suspend cast-iron pots, moulds, kettles ,percolators and much

more over the open fire. The variable grilling grate provides sufficient space for meat, vegetable skewers to name but a few.

The Fire Bridge helps you keep your outdoor cooking space well organised. One of the key advantages is that it is mobile and can be neatly stored on your roof rack, in the back of your 4WD/touring vehicle or in your camper trailer. Like all Petromax products the Fire Bridge is a quality product made from a solid construction incorporating

coated steel and with the clever eyelets the Fire Bridge is assembled and disassembled in no time and does not require the use of additional tools to erect.

Four legs simply hold the stable crossbar at a height of 45.3 in, which provides for a suitable and adjustable space over your open campfire. The Fire Bridge also comes with three hooks of different length hold everything at the right distance over the fire. The Fire Bridge is designed to accommodate a range of Petromax Dutch Ovens, moulds, kettles and percolators to name but a few.

The Fire Bridge also comes with an adjustable grilling grate

which is suspended on a chain A framing raised edge safely prevents pans and other Petromax cooking products from slipping off.

Following its recent release Petromax CEO Jonas Taureck said “We took cowboys as inspiration for the principle of the Fire Bridge, as they used to build such constructions back in the wild west. However, we adapted the traditional design to make it more modern and mobile. The Fire Bridge turns a simple fireplace into an extensive outdoor kitchen with many useful functions and yet it is easy to transport.

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The Petromax Fire Bridge expands the culinary possibilities of open-aircooking. While the delicious main dish is simmering in the Petromax Dutch Oven suspended over embers, the marinated vegetables are roasted on the grilling grate as appetisers. And, at the same time, a cake is prepared for dessert in a cast-iron mould held by a hook at perfect distance to the fire. Right next to it, coffee is freshly brewed in the Petromax Percolator.

The Fire Bridge is the perfect solution for cooking camp feasts for your friends and family, particularly if you are setting up camp for a couple of days. It is always the focal point for us when we set up camp where we all gather around it be it for an early morning coffee, lunch or for an evening camp feast that goes on well into the night. It is one of those products that you really get to see how useful it is the more times you use it.

It also helps you to keep all of your cooking utensils and pots and pans in the one place, it really is a great outdoors kitchen. Its quick to set up and packs away quickly and can be stored neatly in your vehicle or camper trailer.

Technical Details • Material of Fire Bridge - Steel, powder-coated • Material of grilling grate - Steel, chrome-plated • Overall height of assembled Fire Bridge - 43.3 in • Overall weight - 35 lbs • Length of crossbar - 45.3 in • Length of feet - 44.5 in • Maximum length of chain for grilling grate - 25 in • Dimensions of grilling grate - 15.4 x 15.4 in • Length of hooks 5.3 in 7.9 in 13 in 16.9 in • Maximum load of Fire Bridge - 154 lbs (thats a big feast)

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rganised twice a year (Spring & Late Summer), the last weekends of April & September at Stratford Racecourse, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire CV37 9SE England, the Adventure Overland Show and the International Campervan Show (both held alongside each other at the same venue over the same weekend) is the largest event of its type in the UK.

Spanning the entire overland and adventure travel scene, it features massive all-wheel-drive expedition trucks through to every conceivable make of 4x4 vehicle, twowheel-drive campers and motorhomes, off-road adventure bikes to tourers, mountain bikes to tandems, adventure sports in the UK to treks, expeditions and explorations in far-flung foreign lands.

The show has experts in bush-

craft giving advice and demonstrations as well as providing all those survival essentials such as wild food preparation, animal tracking and first aid.

There are specialists in navigation, companies that convert vehicles to campervans along with people who have their own vehicles and adventure stories to share. There are display areas where you meet the owners and see what is for sale. There are large indoor & outdoor trade areas with all the equipment, tools and accessories you could possibly want for your type of journey, PLUS an “Adventure Bike Zone” with its own traders, displays and seminars,and the popular “Travel Author’s Zone” There is a food court with a

‘tastes of the world’ theme, a beer tent hosted by Severn Cider and evening entertainment featuring live music Friday and Saturday nights.

Are you a musician? If so you can bring along your own instrument and join in the jam session around the fire-pit at the International Campervan Show marquee..

The TURAS team will also be in attendance at the show again in September, so if you are passing our stand, please do come over and say hello.

Learn more and book your tickets online. https://adventure-overland-show.com/tickets/

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IF YOU TAKE IT IN

TAKE IT OUT Travel and recreate with minimum impact Travel on designated tracks only.

Never create new routes, expand existing trails, or cut switchbacks.

Avoid sensitive habitats Avoid muddy trails when possible as driving on them can further damage the tracks.

Respect the environment and the rights of others Respect and be considerate of other users so that all may enjoy a quality outdoor experience.

When driving, yield to horses, hikers, and bikers.

Respect wildlife. Be sensitive to their life-sustaining needs by keeping your distance.

Comply with signage.

Leave gates as you find them and always obtain permission to cross private land.

If you take a dump make sure your bury it so bring a shovel.

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ROAST CHICKEN

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e h t n o e r k e c i h cl ideo v We recently cooked up a roast chicken in the Petromax Atago, and to say that it went down a treat after a days fishing, is an understatement. The cleverly designed Petromax ATAGO can be used in combination with a Petromax Dutch Oven or a Griddle and Firebowl. All you have to do is place the cast iron pot/Dutch Oven into the Atago when the fuel source is hot enough to use. Or if you do not want to use the Dutch oven’s lid as a pan to cook your food.

Another option includes just adding the grilling grate over the Fire Bowl and turn your Atago into a barbecue,your cooking options are endless using the Atago.

We cooked the roast chicken in the Dutch Oven in approximately 90 minutes. Simply add your chicken to the Dutch Oven raise it up slightly to avoid it getting burnt at the base of the Dutch Oven, wrap up your favorite vegetables in tin foil and also place in the Dutch Oven. After an hour or so depending on the heat, you should take the lid off the Dutch Oven and continue to cook for an additional 30 minutes, this helps the skin of the chicken to get nice and golden and giving you tasty crispy skin.

Make sure you prod your chicken to ensure it is fully cooked before eating. Enjoy

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UNIFLAME

CAMPING TABLE

SKEWERS &

TOASTER

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Its a perfect size for packin g in the back of your 4WD or in your boat

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UNIFLAME CAMPING TABLE

of course our food and a change of clothes.Another item that has sneaked its way into the boat includes the Japanese made Uniflame Camping table now available in European through the DRIFTA European website.

DRIFTA sent us over the table to use and all we can say is that it’s a gem of a small table. Like all Uniflame products in fact any product that is associated with DRIFTA it is made to last a lifeThe main items brought includ- time and its size makes it pered our camping stove, kitchen fect for camping.The flat packed utensils, swags,camp chairs and table is made in Japan,the taWe have been using our tinny a fair bit over the last few weeks heading off up river on some weekend camping and fishing trips where our swags were our shelter of choice.Because we have been bringing the bulky swags and our boat is pretty small we have been limited in the type of camping gear that we have been taking on these trips.

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bles surface is made from sheet steel, the strong legs are aluminum and it is finished off with very well presented timber ends.

It is also incredibly strong and well able to hold heavy cast iron pots amongst other things.

One of the real selling points for us is not just the fact that it is very well made and will take a hammering but that you can place hot pots and pans on the table without worrying about getting it burnt. Also assembling it and packing it away is simple and fast, the legs sit flush inside the table for storing, and they are secured with the two side clips it is as simple as that.

Dimensions

Set up: 550 x 350 x 370 mm high Folded: 550 x 350 x 25 mm Weight 2.3kg

DRIFTA Bootliner Bag

You can also get one of the DRIFTA custom made bootliner bags for the UNIFLAME table.

Like all DRIFTA products this is made with a lot of love . The bags velcro allows you to access the table quickly and nealy hugs the table keeping it protected from getting scratched and damaged.

For more information check out the DRIFTA European website at www.drifta.eu.

UNIFLAME Products are distributed by DRIFTA in Europe

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UNIFLAME SKEWERS

Man has been using Skewers to cook food for hundreds of thousands of years with one of the most famous skewered foods being the Turkish Shish Kebab.

It is such a great and relatively healthy way to cook camp food over a fire pit or charcoal. The UNIFLMAE skewers come in two lengths the,270 or 400 mm long.The 270 is great for laying across your fire pit give you plenty of length to add your favourite meats and vegetables.

Like all the Japanese UNIFLAME

products they are very well made with the double needle on these ones made from stainless steel, they also have a beautiful hard wood handles which adds to this classy looking skewer. Its also perfect for putting on a few marsh mellows and are always hand to have in your vehicle.

These skewers are also available through the DRIFTA European website at www.drifta.eu

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UNIFLAME TOASTER

Who says you can’t have a nice American style toasted bagel on your next fishing or camping trip. We have had a toaster thingy in the back of one of our Land Rovers for years and it has always frustrated us, mainly because it needed to be assembled every time we wanted to use it, it was a pain and time waster.

Recently, since we acquired the much higher quality and compact UNIFLAME version from DRIFTA the other one has been thrown in the bin, no compar-

ison when it comes to quality and functionality. The one thing that has to be said about DRIFTA is that they always seem to bring these incredibly easy to use and practical camping products to our attention.

The UNIFLAME toaster is made from Japanese stainless steel and can be set up in various configurations depending on what you want to toast, the V shape configuration will

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allow you to toast two bagels or standard pieces of bread at a time. The portable toaster can also be purchased with a high-quality custom made DRIFTA bootiner bag that houses and protects the toaster from excessive use.

The toaster also has a high-quality steel mesh and handles that makes it very easy to use. Simply place your bread of choice and set the optional configuration that suits, place on your burner and bob’s yer uncle, you will be able to serve up a perfectly and evenly toasted piece of bread, bun, bagel our anything else that fits for that matter, in no time at all. When not in use simply fold back into the flat packed position and pack away until it’s next use. It’s as simple as that.

Check out the UNIFLAME Toaster on the DRIFTA website by clicking here.

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TICK

N O I S O L EXP Around the world there has been an unprecedented explosion in the number of people being infected by tick borne diseases..

TICKS LIVE IN THE GROUND VEGETATION AND MOVE MAINLY BY CLIMBING UP PLANTS AND WALKING ON THE GROUND. THEY LATCH ON TO A PASSING ANIMAL OR HUMAN HOST BY USING HOOKS ON THEIR LEGS.

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icks can pass on diseases Ticks are very small and live on the blood from pets, farm and wild animals but they can also bite humans who pass through their living environment.

Tick bites are not dangerous in themselves. However, some ticks are infected with bacteria, viruses or parasites that can cause serious diseases in humans so there is a risk that these ticks may pass on their infection to you as they feed on your blood.

In Europe a tick-borne disease to be aware of is Lyme borreliosis which can occur in areas where infected ticks that transmit the disease are found.

Ticks thrive in shady and humid

woodland, clearings with grass, open fields and bushes. They live in both rural and urban locations.

Ticks’ life cycles go through four stages: egg, larva, nymph and adult. During the last three stages the tick may bite and can transmit disease.

To the naked eye the larvae look like specks of dust, while nymphs

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are slightly larger, pinhead or poppy seed size. Adult ticks have eight legs and are the size of small spiders. The adult ticks can also vary in colour, from reddish to dark brown or black. Once fed, a female tick can grow to the size of a pea, as its body fills with blood.

lents on your skin and clothes (clothes specific insect repellents should not be used on the skin) and protective clothing in tick-infested areas and early removal of attached ticks remain the most important prevention measures. There is a lower risk of infection if ticks are removed quickly, as infection generally does Lyme borreliosis not occur during the first few If you have been bitten by a hours of tick feeding. tick and you experience any of All over Europe the following symptoms within 30 days after the bite, please Tick-borne diseases can be contact your doctor as you found almost all over Europe, may have contracted Lyme with some diseases being borreliosis: more prevalent in certain re• Reddish skin rash in a ring gions. shape around the bite Inform yourself on areas • Flu-like symptoms such as where tick-borne diseasfever, tiredness, headache es are present and ask your doctor regarding necessary Most cases of Lyme borrelioprecautionary measures besis can be treated successfully fore travelling to any of these with a few weeks of antibiotareas, especially if you plan ics. However, if left untreated, to engage in outdoors activthe disease can in the later ities (camping, hiking, huntstages infect the heart, joints ing, lake or river fishing, etc.) and nervous system. during your visit that might Preventive measures increase your exposure to ticks.

There is no vaccine against Lyme borreliosis, so tick awareness, using insect repel-

Reddish skin rash in a ring around the bite

Hyalomma margin atum tick

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he Stanley brand has been around for a long time, for over one hundred years in fact. In 1913 when William invented the all-steel, double-wall vacuum bottle and put his name on it. Rumor has it, that he wanted his coffee hot all day while he was working, and was inspired to apply some of his theories learned while developing transformers. As it turns out, necessity really is the mother of invention. Since then, the Stanley name has become synonymous for ultra-durable, super reliable products

made with an eye for sleek design and real life uses. Generations of people have come to rely on their Stanley bottles, mugs, lunchboxes, cook sets, flasks, growlers, coolers, and more every single day, knowing that they’ll keep their food and drink at temperature longer, all while standing up to life’s wear and tear.

These tough and durable products are also very sustainable and are supported today by Stanley-PMI’s whose commitment to sustainability is, in part, met by the continuing production of products that

ught some o r b y tl n e c e r We and food s e tl ot b y le n a st a camping containers on trip

never need to be thrown away or replaced. Stanley has been building durable and reusable bottles since it was founded.

print, and living by a warranty that means replacing a single part instead of a whole product whenever possible.

The bottles are made from steel, which is one of the most recyclable materials on the planet. By staying focused on Environmental Health and Safety throughout its entire supply chain, Stanley is committed to ethical manufacturing, reducing its corporate foot-

To quote Stanley PMI “Yeah, we build products to last a lifetime. And we intend to spend that lifetime, and the one after that, doing right by our people, our planet, and, most of all, by you.�

We recently got our hands

ries vacuum The Master Se s hot for d i u q li t p e k e bottl s over 30 hour

JUST HOW TOUGH IS THE STANLEY MASTER SERIES COLLECTION? WE DROVE OVER A MASTER SERIES VACUUM BOTTLE TO FIND OUT..

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on some of the new Stanley Containers and were very impressed by the obvious quality of the finish and the robustness and attractiveness of the designs. We ran some tests with the bottles and found that in our tests they met and exceeded the stated capabilities on the Stanley website. For example the 1.3 Master series vacuum bottle kept water very hot for us for over 30 hours, we filled the kettle with boiling water and 30 hours later still had enough hot water to make a decent coffee.

from Stanley is its Master Series. ?

We decided to drive over the Master Series 1.3 L vacuum bottle in one of our over 2.2 tonne Land Rover Defenders, to see just how tough it really is.. How tough is it?

Check out our video link above to see how it fares.

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But how tough are these bottles really? you ask. Well the flagship for tough products

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Case

Made from quality canvas, aluminium frame, and bamboo armrests and sitting about 300 mm off the ground, it’s lower than most standard camp chairs, but this chair has got to be one of the most comfortable and quality chairs available. It won’t cut into the back of your legs, when you sitting down, like many camp chairs can do.

The low chair is a classic design from snow peak. Very high quality, with a thick canvas seat, high quality aluminium frame, and solid laminated bamboo armrests.

The chair comes with a nylon bag,and the chair easily folds down to a very compact size.

These chairs are perfect for camping, caravanning, and are

such a quality and attractive item, that you could also use them on your deck/ verandah at home.

For more information or to order this chair , visit the Drifa website. https://www.drifta.eu/

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ou might have seen some of these awesome looking vehicles doing the rounds on social media in recent times and after getting to see a version of one up close at the Abenteuer & Allrad show in Germany, they look as capable as they do on the internet. Originally designed and built by a Russian company they initially produced approximately 250 and called them the “PETROVICH� all-terrain vehicles. It all started back in 2008 when the prototypes successfully travelled to remote parts of Russia tackling extreme conditions. After some company changes and vehicle

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modifications the new Russian model is now called the Krechet and it made its debut at the offroad fair Interpolitex in 2017. In Europe, after considerable modifications by Czech mechanics, it was renamed Outbacker 6 x 6.

The modified Outbacker proved to be a very popular attraction at the 2019 Abenteuer and Allrad show with lots of curious visitors having an up close look at this 6x6 monster.

The 6x6 vehicle on display has had a number of modifications installed with the work taking place in the Czech Republic.

What you now have is an offroad category Z transporter with two external side coolers. One of the real exciting things about

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1. Originally designed in 2008. 2 The modified interior.3.The Outbacker can seat nine people. 4.Equipped for extreme cold conditions.

6 X 6

this vehicle is its ability to float on water. The driver can regulate the tyre pressure from the built in compressor and pretty much take this thing anywhere. Other key features added included a multimedia display which helps with navigation and with reversing cameras allowing you to get that perfect parking spot outside the supermarket. Under the hood, you will find a 2.3-liter diesel engine from Iveco. CHECK THE ENGINE The Outbacker is sold as a five-seater up to 3.5 tons, so you only need a category B driving license. There is also a nine-seater option available, but you will need a category C drivers license. The vehicle has a standard front and middle axle, the third axle is mechanically connected by a lever from the driver’s seat with all of the axles having self-locking differentials.

You can also get a shortened 4x4 version should you want to downsize. The maximum speed is about 70-80Km so don’t expect to be able to speed in this on the open road.

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