Sand/Beach driving weekend at Robe (South Australia) EASY / MEDIUM

Robe, SA
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Heading to Robe for a weekend (Sat, Sun and Monday). If you are keen on beach driving, this is a good opportunity for you. 

 

Sat (9 Dec)

Initial plan is to meet at Sea Vu Caravanpark in Robe http://www.seavucaravanpark.com.au/ in on Fri  (9 Dec)

The plan is to drive from Robe and head south on Sat. We will break camp early and take our time to explore the area. There are many unmarked tracks around sand dune. It will take time to find our way. There will be plenty of photo opportunity. Winston and Antony will be helping us on leading this trip. Winston will also film the trip using his drone. It will be an amazing opportunity to film your vehicle too. 

Depends on our convoy speed and if there are any recovery. We will turn around and return back to Robe.

 

Sun (10 Dec)

On Sunday, we will head straight to Beac to hport, which is about 20-30 mins south of Robe. From there, we will head north. There are many sand (and BIG) dunes to play around. We will continue to head north, we may keep going north until we get back to Robe. Or we find the shortest/quickest way through hwy and drive back to Robe. 

 

Mon (11 Dec)

On Monday, everyone can decide what they want to do or go. It's your free time and head back to Melbourne. 

 

 

Accommodation

We will be staying at Sea Vu Caravanpark http://www.seavucaravanpark.com.au/ (08 8768 2273)

They have allocated a special camping area for our group. It's close to the beach and other facilities. 

The cost of camping is $13 per person per night if you are going to camp for 3 nights. If you can only stay for 2 nights, it will be $15. 

Please make a booking by COB 28th Oct to reserve your spot on this trip. Make sure you quote "4WD TRIP" when booking your stay. Pleaee also send me your confirmation details. Due to high demand for this trip, you will be removed from the trip if booking is not made by the due date. Thank you. 

 

This trip will be suitable for a standard 4wd (sorry, not SUV such as Xtrail or RAV4). You will need low range gear (i.e. 4H and 4L). 

 

Sand Flag

You will need a sand flag to drive in Robe. 
Some of our members DIY their own sand flags. 
You can also get them on eBay or other 4x4 stores. 
 

 

Requirement

  • Recovery Gear
  • Kelvin

  • Kelvin (TREXGQ) I am first-aid qualified Trip Leader - Level 6 (Completed over 83 trips) Premium Member

    GOING
    Myself onlyChecked-In (09-Dec-2016 16:36)
    TREXGQ (1993 Patrol)
    • 33" Tyres, 3" Lifted
    • Front Diff Lock
    • Winch
  • Ben

  • Ben (benjhall) I am first-aid qualified Trip Leader - Level 1 (Completed over 1 trips)

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    Driver + 1 AdultChecked-In (09-Dec-2016 10:03)
    4.8 GU Patrol (2005 Patrol)
    • 35" Tyres, 3" Lifted
    • Front & Rear Locker
    • Winch
  • Zak

  • Zak (Uzooz) I have mechanic skills Trip Leader - Level 1 (Completed over 4 trips) Premium Member

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    Driver + 1 Adult + 3 Children
    Dakuwqa (2020 Gladiator)
    • 35" Tyres, 2" Lifted
    • Front & Rear Locker
    • Winch
  • Brett

  • Brett (Gxlhunjee) I am first-aid qualified Trip Leader - Level 1 (Completed over 1 trips)

    GOING
    Myself only
    Ford Ranger XLS PX2 (2017 Ranger)
    • 32" Tyres, 2" Lifted
    • Rear Diff Lock
    • Winch
  • Zain

  • Zain (MYGQ) I have mechanic skills

    GOING
    Driver + 1 Adult + 4 Children + 1 Infants
    GQ patrol (1997 Patrol)
    • 33" Tyres, 3" Lifted
    • Front Diff Lock
    • Winch
  • Steven

  • Steven (ReefMaster) Trip Leader - Level 1 (Completed over 5 trips) Premium Member

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    V6 (2012 Fj Cruiser)
    • 33" Tyres, 2" Lifted
    • Front & Rear Locker
    • Winch
  • Shaun

  • Shaun (Bramaz)


    I am Interested / In Waiting List
    3 diesel GU (2009 GU)
    • 33" Tyres, 2" Lifted
    • Winch
  • Stu

  • Stu (tenererider660)


    I am Interested / In Waiting List
    76 series V8 Land Cruiser (2015 Landcruiser 76 series)
    • 2" Lifted
    • Front & Rear Locker
    • Winch
  • Gary

  • Gary (poppyg)


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    4.5V8 diesel Landcruiser (2015 VDJ79R)
    • 33" Tyres, 2" Lifted
    • Front & Rear Locker
    • Winch

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    105 series petrol (2006 Landcruiser)
    • 35" Tyres
    • Front & Rear Locker
    • Winch

Peter
Peter (GQ351C)
I would love to come along on this one Kelvin, but I've already been on one of your previous trips.
Have a great trip and take plenty of video's :)
09 Oct 2016
Ben
Ben (benjhall)
I've never had a chance to drive on sand so I'm pretty keen
09 Oct 2016
Bill (Strike)
Ben (benjhall) wrote: I've never had a chance to drive on sand so I'm pretty keen
Keep a track on this thread Ben, I am on the trip but not 100% sure I can make it due to work committments.
09 Oct 2016
Thurstain
Thurstain (Tcm9669) Premium Member
Was eyeing out for this trip. can't wait.

I'm thinking of taking Friday off as from my house to robe is 6 hours drive!
10 Oct 2016
Kelvin
Trip Leader Kelvin (TREXGQ) Premium Member
Hi guys,
Just going to plan this trip properly. So I am looking at staying at Robe for the weekend. I think best we stay at a caravan park unless you have better suggestion. I am looking at Lakeside Holiday Park
http://www.lakesiderobe.com.au/accommodation/unpowered-site/

Don't know the availability yet, but if you can take a look and let me know what you think.

If you have other suggestions, please post it here by Fri.
11 Oct 2016
Thurstain
Thurstain (Tcm9669) Premium Member
Will this be our base camp for the whole weekend?


The campsite you suggested looks good, however unpowered cheapest is $36, possible more as it might be shoulder season

I found this one
http://robeholidaypark.com.au/bookings/ - for those nights is $30 WITH POWER and it's literally 1km down the road

Maybe call them to work out an even better deal for a large group?! Were going to be 8 cars so they should be able to work something out.
12 Oct 2016
Antony
Antony (Peloza79) Premium Member
I'm easy kelvin, as long as we can have a fire, I hope. Just let me know where you book and I will call up and book a spot
12 Oct 2016
Allan
Allan (Big Pig) Premium Member
Kelvin so much for leaving room for members who haven't been on your previous Robe trip, sometimes you have to make yourself very clear.
12 Oct 2016
Bill (Strike)
WITHDRAWN from Trip - Reason: Sorry guys, will have to give this one a miss due to work committments. But good news for someone else as this trip is proving to be quite popular. Have a great trip.
12 Oct 2016
Kelvin
Trip Leader Kelvin (TREXGQ) Premium Member
I will open more spots shortly. It may be challenging to manage but we have a lot of experienced trip leaders on this trip so you will be in good hands.
12 Oct 2016
Winston
Winston (Winston_FJ) Premium Member
Steven (ReefMaster) wrote: Hi guys I have joined this trip and look forward to meeting you all.
On this trip I plan to bring 4K filming and would like to fully film this event . I dont have a drone yet so fingers crossed if I get my xmas pressie early.

Hmmm Allan (BigPig) are you going ?
I've got the drone covered. Will be extensively documenting from the air. Always good to have more than one though. Will be great to have 4k on the ground. I always shoot in 1080 60fps though unless it's a straightforward scenery shot. Makes time stretching so much smoother in editing.
12 Oct 2016
Allan
Allan (Big Pig) Premium Member
Steven (ReefMaster) wrote: Hi guys I have joined this trip and look forward to meeting you all.
On this trip I plan to bring 4K filming and would like to fully film this event . I dont have a drone yet so fingers crossed if I get my xmas pressie early.

Hmmm Allan (BigPig) are you going ?
No Steve I will sit this one out , I went last Easter, next Easter I may run a trip to Beachport, but that is 6 months away.
12 Oct 2016
Steve
Steve (4WD_LYF)
Antony (Peloza79) wrote: I'm easy kelvin, as long as we can have a fire, I hope. Just let me know where you book and I will call up and book a spot
just a heads up buddy, open fires are not allowed at any NP in or near Robe
12 Oct 2016
Winston
Winston (Winston_FJ) Premium Member
Steve (4WD_LYF) wrote:
Antony (Peloza79) wrote: I'm easy kelvin, as long as we can have a fire, I hope. Just let me know where you book and I will call up and book a spot
just a heads up buddy, open fires are not allowed at any NP in or near Robe
We are considering a rolling camp at one of the 'casual' sites behind the dunes down past Nora Creina. They are outside of NP or SP areas.
12 Oct 2016
Winston
Winston (Winston_FJ) Premium Member
Steven (ReefMaster) wrote:
Winston (Winston_FJ) wrote:
Steven (ReefMaster) wrote: Hi guys I have joined this trip and look forward to meeting you all.
On this trip I plan to bring 4K filming and would like to fully film this event . I dont have a drone yet so fingers crossed if I get my xmas pressie early.

Hmmm Allan (BigPig) are you going ?
I've got the drone covered. Will be extensively documenting from the air. Always good to have more than one though. Will be great to have 4k on the ground. I always shoot in 1080 60fps though unless it's a straightforward scenery shot. Makes time stretching so much smoother in editing.
Hi Winston, oh I have seen your drone footage - takes filming to the next level. do you need a pilots license to fly one ?
Cheers Steve.

To operate commercially you need a UAV certification with CASA. Not cheap to get.

To fly recreationally, no license needed, but having said that all rec pilots should know all the regulations before putting a UAV in the air. They have the potential to cause a great deal of damage and injury. I've cut myself to the bone in an emergency hand-catch situation to prevent a crash.
13 Oct 2016
Allan
Allan (allanmac) Premium Member
Steve (4WD_LYF) wrote:
Antony (Peloza79) wrote: I'm easy kelvin, as long as we can have a fire, I hope. Just let me know where you book and I will call up and book a spot
just a heads up buddy, open fires are not allowed at any NP in or near Robe
Steve is correct, no fires allowed in the area, including most caravan parks, from usually 1st November till start of April. Is a pita, but this has been in place for a number of years. Not sure about the Robe beaches, but at Southend you are allowed fires on the beach ans long they are below the high tide mark and obviously if not a day of total fire ban.

Kelvin, noticed your trip is in 'high season' at your preferred caravan park; $50 for unpowered is pretty steep, but everywhere in the area is not cheap. You could consider Little Dip Conservation Park campsites, but from memory they are not overly big.
13 Oct 2016
Kelvin
Trip Leader Kelvin (TREXGQ) Premium Member
Alright guys/girls, I have updated the trip with the accommodation details and a rough plan on the schedule. Please make a booking at your earliest convenience.
I've also added 2 more spots for this trip.
15 Oct 2016
Winston
Winston (Winston_FJ) Premium Member
Great to see the speed at which spots have filled. It's going to be a great trip with challenges for all levels of experience. And hopefully the weather is on our side and I can get some breathtaking footage from the skies.
15 Oct 2016
Steve
Steve (4WD_LYF)
Nice. I have just taken one of the spots and il make payment for camping in the next few days. Really looking forward to it. Closest I ever came to driving on dunes is while I lived in the NT. Keen to see how my Patrol holds up there at robe with the sand being really soft in some sections
15 Oct 2016
Thurstain
Thurstain (Tcm9669) Premium Member
Hi Kelvin
Excellent. I will book in the next couple days.
I need to confirm if my girlfriend is coming or if I'm going to be alone before I can book.


This is my first time on the beach, is there anything I should do or anything you recommend for rust prevention? I was in robe last Jan I know there's a big car wash 5 mins away from caravan park to wash off the salt.. Would that be the best way to go?

Thanks
15 Oct 2016
Winston
Winston (Winston_FJ) Premium Member
Thurstain (Tcm9669) wrote: Hi Kelvin
Excellent. I will book in the next couple days.
I need to confirm if my girlfriend is coming or if I'm going to be alone before I can book.


This is my first time on the beach, is there anything I should do or anything you recommend for rust prevention? I was in robe last Jan I know there's a big car wash 5 mins away from caravan park to wash off the salt.. Would that be the best way to go?

Thanks
Fish oil is a good corrosion inhibitor when hitting areas of high salt concentration. And definitely wash it well as soon as possible to minimise the risk. I'm wondering with the dump nearby do they have water pits for the trucks to drive through?
15 Oct 2016
Allan
Allan (allanmac) Premium Member
Thurstain (Tcm9669) wrote: Hi Kelvin
Excellent. I will book in the next couple days.
I need to confirm if my girlfriend is coming or if I'm going to be alone before I can book.


This is my first time on the beach, is there anything I should do or anything you recommend for rust prevention? I was in robe last Jan I know there's a big car wash 5 mins away from caravan park to wash off the salt.. Would that be the best way to go?

Thanks
Thurstain, as Winston said, many use fish oil but it does stink. I have used lanolin, (can get from all auto stores), and spray on. Key is to let it settle for 2-3 days and then try to rub with a rag, (like polishing), and this reduces the amount of sand that will stay attached to the chassis etc. After driving on sand you will find sand will be in all the 'nooks and crannies', so continual visits to the carwash is vital to remove as much as you can.

You guys will enjoy sand driving and Kelvin has picked a pretty good park with very reasonable rates for accommodation.
15 Oct 2016
Steve
Steve (4WD_LYF)
Steven (ReefMaster) wrote: Ok do we need to have sand flags ? There are some great specials online at the moment - maybe Kelvin can score us a group deal with drive tech
Sand flags while are not compulsary (unless that law has changed)
however, they are highly recommended for piece of mind
16 Oct 2016
Winston
Winston (Winston_FJ) Premium Member
Steven (ReefMaster) wrote: Ok do we need to have sand flags ? There are some great specials online at the moment - maybe Kelvin can score us a group deal with drive tech
I'm going to give it a crack at making one using a telescopic fishing rod. If it comes up well I'd be happy to make up some more for other members needed them. Have found the rod for $30, carbon fibre, 3.6m length. Will really just be about working out the fixing mechanism, the rest is easy. I'd say to do it properly it should cost me more than 50-60 bucks. Which means for you guys it won't cost more than 50-60 bucks and a couple of beers. 😊
16 Oct 2016
Thurstain
Thurstain (Tcm9669) Premium Member
Winston (Winston_FJ) wrote:
Thurstain (Tcm9669) wrote: Hi Kelvin
Excellent. I will book in the next couple days.
I need to confirm if my girlfriend is coming or if I'm going to be alone before I can book.


This is my first time on the beach, is there anything I should do or anything you recommend for rust prevention? I was in robe last Jan I know there's a big car wash 5 mins away from caravan park to wash off the salt.. Would that be the best way to go?

Thanks
Fish oil is a good corrosion inhibitor when hitting areas of high salt concentration. And definitely wash it well as soon as possible to minimise the risk. I'm wondering with the dump nearby do they have water pits for the trucks to drive through?
I was hoping for something more conventional than fish oil..

You mean water pits at the car wash?
16 Oct 2016
Thurstain
Thurstain (Tcm9669) Premium Member
Allan (allanmac) wrote:
Thurstain (Tcm9669) wrote: Hi Kelvin
Excellent. I will book in the next couple days.
I need to confirm if my girlfriend is coming or if I'm going to be alone before I can book.


This is my first time on the beach, is there anything I should do or anything you recommend for rust prevention? I was in robe last Jan I know there's a big car wash 5 mins away from caravan park to wash off the salt.. Would that be the best way to go?

Thanks
Thurstain, as Winston said, many use fish oil but it does stink. I have used lanolin, (can get from all auto stores), and spray on. Key is to let it settle for 2-3 days and then try to rub with a rag, (like polishing), and this reduces the amount of sand that will stay attached to the chassis etc. After driving on sand you will find sand will be in all the 'nooks and crannies', so continual visits to the carwash is vital to remove as much as you can.

You guys will enjoy sand driving and Kelvin has picked a pretty good park with very reasonable rates for accommodation.
Thanks I'll look into lanolin. I'm not too worried about the sand I spent a week in wiper field and big desert and sand wasn't an issue it's more the salt that I'm worried about.
16 Oct 2016
Steve
Steve (4WD_LYF)
Who here is in Melbourne? wanna convoy it up?
17 Oct 2016
Thurstain
Thurstain (Tcm9669) Premium Member
I am in Western suburbs. I took Friday off work to travel there. It's 6 hrs drive
17 Oct 2016
Kelvin
Trip Leader Kelvin (TREXGQ) Premium Member
Hi all, just added information about Sand Flag in the trip details.
17 Oct 2016
Steve
Steve (4WD_LYF)
Thurstain (Tcm9669) wrote: I am in Western suburbs. I took Friday off work to travel there. It's 6 hrs drive
Same here mate I'm in the west also (st.albans) It's always a safer bet to have a support vehicle nearby if any incident should occur so tag alongs are always a good idea, we should tee up a meeting place at the time of departure from Melbourne
17 Oct 2016
Steve
Steve (4WD_LYF)
Steven (ReefMaster) wrote: I am in western suburbs too
Same here mate I'm in the west also (st.albans) It's always a safer bet to have a support vehicle nearby if any incident should occur so tag alongs are always a good idea, we should tee up a meeting place at the time of departure from Melbourne
17 Oct 2016
Steve
Steve (4WD_LYF)
Kelvin (TREXGQ) wrote: Hi all, just added information about Sand Flag in the trip details.
Just purchased one ;)

It's going to be a great weekend
17 Oct 2016
Thurstain
Thurstain (Tcm9669) Premium Member
Is sand flag a must have in robe? I'll probably do a diy one.

I'm from Melton area so we'll setup some convoy closer to the trip. It's always good to convoy.
17 Oct 2016
Steve
Steve (4WD_LYF)
Thurstain (Tcm9669) wrote: Is sand flag a must have in robe? I'll probably do a diy one.

I'm from Melton area so we'll setup some convoy closer to the trip. It's always good to convoy.
Copied from Kelvins post..

'You will need a sand flag to drive in Robe.
Some of our members DIY their own sand flags.
http://www.4wdtrip.com.au/offroad/social/forum/read.aspx?originalpostid=1237
You can also get them on eBay or other 4x4 stores'

Perfect the hwy near Melton is on the way to Robe so thats too easy mate
17 Oct 2016
Kelvin
Trip Leader Kelvin (TREXGQ) Premium Member
HI all, just a friendly reminder to book your accommodation by COB this Friday to keep your spot. Please make sure you send me your booking number as well.
Unfortunately you will be removed from this trip if I cannot obtain your booking confirmation. Thanks.

Kelvin
19 Oct 2016
Dale
Dale (Cobber88)
Thanks for reminder 🖒
19 Oct 2016
Kelvin
Trip Leader Kelvin (TREXGQ) Premium Member
My apology. I put a wrong month in trip description. I meant to put "21 Oct" instead of "21 Nov" as the deadline to book your accommodation. Anyhow, please make your booking by next Friday on 28th Oct. The sooner you book, the better. Robe is a very popular place from Dec to Feb. I want to make sure that we all have accommodation.
19 Oct 2016
Antony
Antony (Peloza79) Premium Member
WITHDRAWN from Trip - Reason: Am getting a new job and won't be able to get the time off
19 Oct 2016
Thurstain
Thurstain (Tcm9669) Premium Member
All booked. Sent you confirmation via PM.
20 Oct 2016
Ben
Ben (benjhall)
I'm from Eastern suburbs but would be happy to meet up with you guys out West.

Also as for rust prevention, have a look at penetrol- they sell it as a spray at bunnings, it's meant to be pretty good. http://www.floodaustralia.net/products/anti_corrosion/penetrol-anti_rust.php
21 Oct 2016
Brett
Brett (Gxlhunjee)
All paid up for Fri-Sat-sun nights Kelvin. I'm also leaving from Bonbeach during the day Fri if we are looking at a convoy. Can't wait! Brett
24 Oct 2016
Callym
Callym (My Nav123)
WITHDRAWN from Trip - Reason:
24 Oct 2016
Kelvin
Trip Leader Kelvin (TREXGQ) Premium Member
Hi all, I will need a confirmation from your booking. If you haven't booked, please do so. Please mention you are from "4wdtrip" so they can allocate a spot for you.

Please send me your booking confirmation number by PM.
28 Oct 2016
Leo (04PLAY)
Kelvin (TREXGQ) wrote: Hi all, I will need a confirmation from your booking. If you haven't booked, please do so. Please mention you are from "4wdtrip" so they can allocate a spot for you.

Please send me your booking confirmation number by PM.
Hi Kevin
I have just BPayed $39 for 3 nights accomm. Fri 09 Dec to Mon 12 Dec.
Reservation ID : 91171.
Any problems sing out,
Regards
Leo
29 Oct 2016
Thurstain
Thurstain (Tcm9669) Premium Member
Hi Kelvin,
Just to confirm - as there are some discrepancies in the dates / days in the trip description.

We are meeting Friday Night 9th Dec at Sea Vu and Leaving Monday morning the 12th.

Thanks
15 Nov 2016
Winston
Winston (Winston_FJ) Premium Member
Thurstain (Tcm9669) wrote: Hi Kelvin,
Just to confirm - as there are some discrepancies in the dates / days in the trip description.

We are meeting Friday Night 9th Dec at Sea Vu and Leaving Monday morning the 12th.

Thanks
Hi Thurstain I'll jump in here on Kelvin's behalf. If you have booked the fri night at Sea Vu then yes Friday night is meet up. The driving begins sat through Monday. Sat and sun are the main days if driving and hopefully some good filming days. Monday is there for anyone wanting to stick around and do some more driving or to stay the night on Sunday and have a fresh drive home.
15 Nov 2016
Thurstain
Thurstain (Tcm9669) Premium Member
Excellent thanks. I plan to stay Sunday night and drive home Monday.
15 Nov 2016
Dale
Dale (Cobber88)
WITHDRAWN from Trip - Reason:
27 Nov 2016
Ben
Ben (benjhall)
For anyone else that hasn't organised a sand flag yet, another option I'm planning on using is a length of orange conduit and a trailer flag from bunnings cable tied to the front of my roof rack.

Height should be perfect and the length should be short enough that it won't flex too much as opposed to using a longer length of conduit on the bullbar. Cost is less than $10.
29 Nov 2016
Brett
Brett (Gxlhunjee)
Steven (ReefMaster) wrote: ARB sells sand flags for $115 . They are detachable and mount to the Bullbar . If time is short , I am sure TJM and Opposite Lock stores will stock them too for similar prices .
Kelvin is there a cost to drive in the SA National Parks ? And I am hearing that they don't like us to carry Chainsaws?
$115! Ouch. I made one out of an old fiberglass tent pole which slots into a short length of 20mm dia. conduit that I fixed onto the bullbar. The pole fits into my awning bag when not on the bullbar. I knew that hoarding old crap would come in handy ;)
29 Nov 2016
Linda Stuart (Linda)
WITHDRAWN from Trip - Reason: My clutch has started slipping and it's too late to get it repaired before the weekend. Damn it. I need to play safe and not end up a nuisance to you all, so I am reluctantly withdrawing from the trip.
06 Dec 2016
Mark Townsend (tractorboy)
Hi kelvin can you hold the spot for me till tomorrow until I check I can get time off at late notice
06 Dec 2016
Kelvin
Trip Leader Kelvin (TREXGQ) Premium Member
Mark Townsend (tractorboy) wrote: Hi kelvin can you hold the spot for me till tomorrow until I check I can get time off at late notice
Yes no problem.
06 Dec 2016
Kelvin
Trip Leader Kelvin (TREXGQ) Premium Member
Hi everyone, looks like the weather will be perfect for this trip! .... If you are planning to arrive on Sat morning, please let me know. Otherwise, I assume all of you will arrive on Fri afternoon/evening.

If possible, please fit a sand flag on your vehicle to avoid collision from oncoming traffic when going over sand dunes. You will be surprised by how fast people drive on sand dune.

Make sure you bring along your recovery gear, check your vehicle conditions. Also if your vehicle have electronic traction control, please double check your vehicle manual and see if there is an option to turn it off. You don't want traction control when driving on sand.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me.

Drive safe and see you soon.
07 Dec 2016
Leo (04PLAY)
Kelvin (TREXGQ) wrote: Hi everyone, looks like the weather will be perfect for this trip! .... If you are planning to arrive on Sat morning, please let me know. Otherwise, I assume all of you will arrive on Fri afternoon/evening.

If possible, please fit a sand flag on your vehicle to avoid collision from oncoming traffic when going over sand dunes. You will be surprised by how fast people drive on sand dune.

Make sure you bring along your recovery gear, check your vehicle conditions. Also if your vehicle have electronic traction control, please double check your vehicle manual and see if there is an option to turn it off. You don't want traction control when driving on sand.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me.

Drive safe and see you soon.
Unfortunately I also will have to abort this trip. Not returning from Alice Springs until Friday afternoon so have no time to prepare Landcruiser. I have not cancelled my reservation at caravan park so if you have a reserve they are welcome to my site. Terribly sorry for inconvenience - have a great trip.
07 Dec 2016
Leo (04PLAY)
WITHDRAWN from Trip - Reason: as per previous email
07 Dec 2016
Thurstain
Thurstain (Tcm9669) Premium Member
Kelvin,
I'm counting the minutes. Sand Flag done, replacing engine and diff oils, filters and basic checks will be done tonight after work.

I am now thinking about maybe leaving Thursday night after work and go half way to somwehere around Grampians and camp Thursday night so Friday I can arrive early and enjoy Robe a bit instead of driving for 6 hours all day. Weather in Robe looks like it might be a bit cold but as long as it doesn't rain it should be good.

See you all there!
07 Dec 2016
Kelvin
Trip Leader Kelvin (TREXGQ) Premium Member
Thurstain (Tcm9669) wrote: Kelvin,
I'm counting the minutes. Sand Flag done, replacing engine and diff oils, filters and basic checks will be done tonight after work.

I am now thinking about maybe leaving Thursday night after work and go half way to somwehere around Grampians and camp Thursday night so Friday I can arrive early and enjoy Robe a bit instead of driving for 6 hours all day. Weather in Robe looks like it might be a bit cold but as long as it doesn't rain it should be good.

See you all there!
Awesome, yea good idea. If you could leave early and break up the drive so you can enjoy the journey and the scenery....
07 Dec 2016
Brett
Brett (Gxlhunjee)
Kelvin (TREXGQ) wrote: Hi everyone, looks like the weather will be perfect for this trip! .... If you are planning to arrive on Sat morning, please let me know. Otherwise, I assume all of you will arrive on Fri afternoon/evening.

If possible, please fit a sand flag on your vehicle to avoid collision from oncoming traffic when going over sand dunes. You will be surprised by how fast people drive on sand dune.

Make sure you bring along your recovery gear, check your vehicle conditions. Also if your vehicle have electronic traction control, please double check your vehicle manual and see if there is an option to turn it off. You don't want traction control when driving on sand.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me.

Drive safe and see you soon.
Thanks Kelvin, can't wait! Car is all packed and ready to go. I'm planning on leaving bayside Melb around late morning Fri. If anyone else is heading off around the same time or I'll be passing by feel free to send me a text and we can convoy. Otherwise see you in Robe. Cheers, Brett 0438773415
07 Dec 2016
Kelvin
Trip Leader Kelvin (TREXGQ) Premium Member
Hi guys,

I have just uploaded 4x4 track log files at the Files section. They include the northern part of Robe and also from Beachport to half way heading to Robe.

http://www.4wdtrip.com.au/offroad/trip/files.aspx?tripid=541
19 Dec 2016
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TRIP COMPLETED

9 GOING, 5 Interested
15 adults , 7 children , 1 infant (23 in total)
Trip Date
10-Dec-2016 (Sat) to 12-Dec-2016 (Mon)

Meeting Point
Sea Vu Caravan Park in Robe
8:30 AM (Sat, 10-Dec-2016)

Organiser 4WD TRIP
Kelvin

Kelvin (TREXGQ) Premium Member

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