Planning a trip up to Licola to do a loop I did last year. Will do Mt Margaret track, Chromite mine and B1 on Saturday.. depending how we are going for time we might camp along the way or back down on the river. Might check out some other tracks on Sunday morning if there is time. Im not into smashing my car - these tracks shouldn't be too hard but will be obviously dependent on the weather. Might be some pinstriping. Please come prepared for a cold night and bring full recovery gear and at least AT tyres. Cheers Brett

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  • Brett

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

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    Myself onlyChecked-In (04-Aug-2017 19:42)
    Ford Ranger XLS PX2 (2017 Ranger)
    • 32" Tyres, 2" Lifted
    • Rear Diff Lock
    • Winch

  • Bryce (Bryce88) I am first-aid qualified I have mechanic skills

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    Driver + 1 AdultChecked-In (04-Aug-2017 11:19)
    76 cruiser (2011 Landcruiser)
    • 31" Tyres
    • Front & Rear Locker
    • Winch

  • Isaac (BT50) I am first-aid qualified

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    Driver + 1 ChildrenChecked-In (04-Aug-2017 20:04)
    LC 200 (2018 LC200)
    • 30" Tyres, 2" Lifted
    • Winch
  • Naomi

  • Naomi (AbleBakerCharlie) I am first-aid qualified

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    Driver + 2 ChildrenChecked-In (04-Aug-2017 12:44)
    Dusty 120 Series (2006 Prado)
    • 32" Tyres, 2" Lifted
    • Rear Diff Lock
    • Winch
  • Nicko

  • Nicko (garlani) Trip Leader - Level 1 (Completed over 3 trips)

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    Myself onlyChecked-In (04-Aug-2017 18:55)
    Patsy (2002 Patrol TB48 Ti GU3)
    • 35" Tyres, 2" Lifted
    • Winch
  • Robbie

  • Robbie (9580series) I am first-aid qualified Trip Leader - Level 1 (Completed over 4 trips)

    GOING
    Driver + 1 AdultChecked-In (04-Aug-2017 15:31)
    80 series (1995 Landcruiser)
    • 33" Tyres, 2" Lifted
    • Front & Rear Locker
    • Winch
  • Kelvin

  • Kelvin (TREXGQ) Trip Leader - Level 6 (Completed over 83 trips) Premium Member


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    TREXGQ (1993 Patrol)
    • 33" Tyres, 3" Lifted
    • Front Diff Lock
    • Winch

  • Ash (Rok80)


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    80 Series (1992 Landcruiser)
    • 2" Lifted
    • Front & Rear Locker
    • Winch
  • Jason

  • Jason (jasb)


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    Ranger (2014 XLT)
    • 33" Tyres, 2" Lifted
    • Rear Diff Lock
    • Winch
  • Zak

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    Dakuwqa (2020 Gladiator)
    • 35" Tyres, 2" Lifted
    • Front & Rear Locker
    • Winch
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    Disco 3 - 2.7TD (2007 Discovery 3 SE)
    • 32" Tyres, 4" Lifted
    • Rear Diff Lock
  • Alex

  • Alex (TEQ-80) Trip Leader - Level 4 (Completed over 35 trips) Premium Member


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    Dual cab dual locked dual t/cased LN106 (1992 Hi-Deluxe)
    • 33" Tyres, 2" Lifted
    • Front & Rear Locker
    • Winch
  • James

  • James (Axis)


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    NS Pajero (2007 Pajero)
    • 32" Tyres, 2" Lifted
    • Winch

Kelvin
Kelvin (TREXGQ) Premium Member
Awesome!.. let me know if you need more info of the route. Thanks for posting the trip.
24 Jul 2017
Thurstain
Thurstain (Tcm9669) Premium Member
I'm tempted as I did those tracks (except Mt Margaret) with Kelvin last year when my navara was completely stock as a rock... Would be awesome to do them again now... The car is heaps more capable!

But unfortunately I have to work Saturday. If work gets cancelled and there's a spot I'll definitely join!!
24 Jul 2017
Isaac (BT50)
Hey Brett, Thanks for posting a good sounding trip. Any concerns if I bring my 6yo? He pretty tame and loves his camping.

Cheers

Isaac
24 Jul 2017
Brett
Trip Leader Brett (Gxlhunjee)
Isaac (BT50) wrote: Hey Brett, Thanks for posting a good sounding trip. Any concerns if I bring my 6yo? He pretty tame and loves his camping.

Cheers

Isaac
Fine with me mate ... last time I did this loop we were out for a long time and I was glad I didn't have my kids with me.. but the group was too big and there was a lot of waiting around. If he's happy in the car for most of the day, all good
24 Jul 2017
Brett
Trip Leader Brett (Gxlhunjee)
Thurstain (Tcm9669) wrote: I'm tempted as I did those tracks (except Mt Margaret) with Kelvin last year when my navara was completely stock as a rock... Would be awesome to do them again now... The car is heaps more capable!

But unfortunately I have to work Saturday. If work gets cancelled and there's a spot I'll definitely join!!
It's the same loop we did last May led by Kelvin mate.. would be good if you can make it. Good luck with work
24 Jul 2017
Thurstain
Thurstain (Tcm9669) Premium Member
Lol I now realised.... I think you were tail end Charlie when we went with Kelvin.

I don't think we did Mt Margaret that day did we?

I'll try to make it.. But doubt it..
24 Jul 2017
Isaac (BT50)
Brett (Gxlhunjee) wrote:
Isaac (BT50) wrote: Hey Brett, Thanks for posting a good sounding trip. Any concerns if I bring my 6yo? He pretty tame and loves his camping.

Cheers

Isaac
Fine with me mate ... last time I did this loop we were out for a long time and I was glad I didn't have my kids with me.. but the group was too big and there was a lot of waiting around. If he's happy in the car for most of the day, all good
Thanks mate, he'll just be happy to have some dad time without his two little brothers annoying him.

Cheers
24 Jul 2017
Kelvin
Kelvin (TREXGQ) Premium Member
Thurstain (Tcm9669) wrote: Lol I now realised.... I think you were tail end Charlie when we went with Kelvin.

I don't think we did Mt Margaret that day did we?

I'll try to make it.. But doubt it..
We did mate. Started from Mt Margaret Tk, up Chromite Mine then onto B1 track.
24 Jul 2017
Spencer
Spencer (Thebozman)
Haven't yet been on a 4WDtrip outing as yet. Not sure if you were looking for just people you knew or if anyone can join in? Anyway, would love to join in.

Spence.
24 Jul 2017
Thurstain
Thurstain (Tcm9669) Premium Member
Kelvin (TREXGQ) wrote:
Thurstain (Tcm9669) wrote: Lol I now realised.... I think you were tail end Charlie when we went with Kelvin.

I don't think we did Mt Margaret that day did we?

I'll try to make it.. But doubt it..
We did mate. Started from Mt Margaret Tk, up Chromite Mine then onto B1 track.
Oh ok, so. I'm guessing that the loose rocky bit that lead to that awesome view!! Memory is a bit murky, been over a year now.

Nice area. Would love to go again if I can get out of work.. Hopefully won't take us till midnight to reach camp lol.
24 Jul 2017
Ray
Ray (Ray)
We did that loop a little while ago, but started at Burgoyne Track (after coming up from the Macalister). The track has been graded up to where the MVO track goes off to the Razorback walking track (it might be finished now), from then on it it was like usual and somewhat overgrown. The track to Mt Margaret looked to be graded all the way, so there shouldn't be pinstriping along that part.

Mt Margaret isn't much now (did it two weekends ago). B1 was OK on our last trip in Apr (our trip report is here: https://australianimage.com.au/the-high-country-apr-2017/) and there's a great camping site at the Chromite Mine. Go to Neilson Crag on Doolans Plains Road, if you get the chance, as long as the road isn't blocked by snow, otherwise you can have some fun in the snow around Tamboritha.
25 Jul 2017
Alex
Alex (TEQ-80) Premium Member
Bugga missed out..... One day I'll get to to the B tracks out the back of the chromite mine.
Oh well I'll join the interested list.....
25 Jul 2017
Brett
Trip Leader Brett (Gxlhunjee)
Ray (Ray) wrote: We did that loop a little while ago, but started at Burgoyne Track (after coming up from the Macalister). The track has been graded up to where the MVO track goes off to the Razorback walking track (it might be finished now), from then on it it was like usual and somewhat overgrown. The track to Mt Margaret looked to be graded all the way, so there shouldn't be pinstriping along that part.

Mt Margaret isn't much now (did it two weekends ago). B1 was OK on our last trip in Apr (our trip report is here: https://australianimage.com.au/the-high-country-apr-2017/) and there's a great camping site at the Chromite Mine. Go to Neilson Crag on Doolans Plains Road, if you get the chance, as long as the road isn't blocked by snow, otherwise you can have some fun in the snow around Tamboritha.
Thanks for the feedback mate, looking forward to getting back up there. Cheers, Brett
26 Jul 2017
Isaac (BT50)
Could be some snow, here's some pics from another 4wd group, I think they were on the Jamieson / Licola Rd last weekend. https://www.facebook.com/eureka4wdclub/videos/pcb.878072779015574/878072489015603/?type=3&theater
31 Jul 2017
Nicko
Nicko (garlani)
I did my Matlock to mt terrible last weekend. Plenty of snow around Matlock. none around terrible
01 Aug 2017
Naomi
Naomi (AbleBakerCharlie)
Hi Brett,
Are dogs allowed? Some say yes some say no
Thanks Naomi
01 Aug 2017
Brett
Trip Leader Brett (Gxlhunjee)
Naomi (AbleBakerCharlie) wrote: Hi Brett,
Are dogs allowed? Some say yes some say no
Thanks Naomi
Hi Naomi, most of the area is state forest so dogs are ok I think.
01 Aug 2017
Brett
Trip Leader Brett (Gxlhunjee)
Hi guys, it's looking like it'll be pretty cold on the weekend.. make sure you bring plenty of warm gear, there's some chance of rain on Saturday. We'll definitely be getting a fire cranking Saturday night! If anyone is doubtful for the trip please pull out early as there's a few others keen to join in. My. Number is 0438 773 415 please text me by 8 Sat morning if anyone is running late etc as there isn't phone reception in Licola. See ya'll Saturday. Brett
01 Aug 2017
Brett
Trip Leader Brett (Gxlhunjee)
Spencer (Thebozman) wrote: Haven't yet been on a 4WDtrip outing as yet. Not sure if you were looking for just people you knew or if anyone can join in? Anyway, would love to join in.

Spence.
Hi Spence, no there's a couple of us know each other but not everyone. Most trips tend to have a few cancellations at the last minute so keep your eye on the trip and jump on if a spot opens up. Cheers Brett
01 Aug 2017
Naomi
Naomi (AbleBakerCharlie)
Brett (Gxlhunjee) wrote:
Naomi (AbleBakerCharlie) wrote: Hi Brett,
Are dogs allowed? Some say yes some say no
Thanks Naomi
Hi Naomi, most of the area is state forest so dogs are ok I think.
Thanks Brett, Looking forward to your trip. See you saturday đź‘Ť
01 Aug 2017
Isaac (BT50)
Brett (Gxlhunjee) wrote: Hi guys, it's looking like it'll be pretty cold on the weekend.. make sure you bring plenty of warm gear, there's some chance of rain on Saturday. We'll definitely be getting a fire cranking Saturday night! If anyone is doubtful for the trip please pull out early as there's a few others keen to join in. My. Number is 0438 773 415 please text me by 8 Sat morning if anyone is running late etc as there isn't phone reception in Licola. See ya'll Saturday. Brett
Hey Brett, Looking forward to it. Just a quick question, every one else seems to have some pretty decent lift kits and tyres compared to my BT-50 (only 1" lift) and got the standard Dunlop AT 22's that came with it. You see any issues with that set-up for this weekend considering the rain?
Cheers
01 Aug 2017
Brett
Trip Leader Brett (Gxlhunjee)
Isaac (BT50) wrote:
Brett (Gxlhunjee) wrote: Hi guys, it's looking like it'll be pretty cold on the weekend.. make sure you bring plenty of warm gear, there's some chance of rain on Saturday. We'll definitely be getting a fire cranking Saturday night! If anyone is doubtful for the trip please pull out early as there's a few others keen to join in. My. Number is 0438 773 415 please text me by 8 Sat morning if anyone is running late etc as there isn't phone reception in Licola. See ya'll Saturday. Brett
Hey Brett, Looking forward to it. Just a quick question, every one else seems to have some pretty decent lift kits and tyres compared to my BT-50 (only 1" lift) and got the standard Dunlop AT 22's that came with it. You see any issues with that set-up for this weekend considering the rain?
Cheers
G'day mate, I don't have a big lift in the 100 series and I've done this loop no worries, you should be fine for clearance with a small lift.. as for tyres, it's mostly rocky/shaley with some steep parts, it depends if its wet. Could be slippery. With a winch I'd say you should be right but that's your call.
01 Aug 2017
Brett
Trip Leader Brett (Gxlhunjee)
Nicko (garlani) wrote: I did my Matlock to mt terrible last weekend. Plenty of snow around Matlock. none around terrible
Got your CV fixed up mate?
01 Aug 2017
Nicko
Nicko (garlani)
I checked them last week and they were fine. Last weekend they sounded fine so beats me! This weekend my aim is for a big camp fire. Last weekend we saw a crew use a leaf blower on theirs to create a mini bonfire! #Ineedoneofthose
02 Aug 2017
Allan
Allan (allanmac) Premium Member
Naomi (AbleBakerCharlie) wrote: Hi Brett,
Are dogs allowed? Some say yes some say no
Thanks Naomi
Naomi, some of the tracks Brett is planning to drive fall within the Alpine National Park meaning no dogs allowed.
02 Aug 2017
Naomi
Naomi (AbleBakerCharlie)
Allan (allanmac) wrote:
Naomi (AbleBakerCharlie) wrote: Hi Brett,
Are dogs allowed? Some say yes some say no
Thanks Naomi
Naomi, some of the tracks Brett is planning to drive fall within the Alpine National Park meaning no dogs allowed.
Thanks Allan didn't end up taking her
06 Aug 2017
Naomi
Naomi (AbleBakerCharlie)
Garry (Gazza) wrote: Hi There's a severe weather warning for tonight. Winds and maybe a big dump of snow down to 800m, up to 1m of snow.You might be best to camp down low so you don't get snowed in. Just I thought. Have a great trip.
Thanks Gazza, winds were strong last night. Snow at 1000m
06 Aug 2017
Brett
Trip Leader Brett (Gxlhunjee)
Thanks everyone for coming.. it was certainly an adventure. I'll post a trip report in the next day or so. Cheers, Brett
06 Aug 2017
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TRIP COMPLETED

7 GOING, 10 Interested
9 adults , 3 children (12 in total)
Trip Date
05-Aug-2017 (Sat) to 06-Aug-2017 (Sun)

Meeting Point
Licola store
9:00 AM (Sat, 05-Aug-2017)

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