Simpson Desert MEDIUM / HARD

Simpson Desert, SA
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We are planning to cross the Simpson Desert via the French and QAA line , west to east.

This will be our first time.

Because we have been to  the Oodnadatta Track and Dalhousie springs our focus will be to cross the Simpson and thus will skip some attractions on our way up to Dalhousie.

We are also a little bit hooked on flying our drone and some time will be spent to do so.

Tackeling the Simpson needs preparation and we are happy to schedule a meet and greet to talk about this.

Intended itnerary will be uploaded in the files section

 

WINCH NOT REQUIRED

 

Requirement

  • Electric Winch
  • Recovery Gear
  • Mien And Jack

  • Mien And Jack (DutchDuo) I am first-aid qualified Trip Leader - Level 1 (Completed over 3 trips)

    GOING
    Driver + 1 AdultChecked-In (11-Sep-2018 11:30)
    FJ Cruiser 4.0 L V6 (2015 FJ Cruiser)
    • 2" Lifted
    • Rear Diff Lock
    • Winch
  • Martin

  • Martin (martinpavek) Trip Leader - Level 1 (Completed over 1 trips)


    I am Interested / In Waiting List
    Nissan Patrol 3.0 (2002 Patrol)
    • 33" Tyres, 3" Lifted
    • Front & Rear Locker
    • Winch

  • (DonK)


    I am Interested / In Waiting List
    The Grandcruiser (1989 HJ61 12HT manual)
    • 33" Tyres, 2" Lifted
  • Zak

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


    I am Interested / In Waiting List
    Dakuwqa (2020 Gladiator)
    • 35" Tyres, 2" Lifted
    • Front & Rear Locker
    • Winch
  • Kristine

  • Kristine (Ourlux)


    I am Interested / In Waiting List
    4.2 Diesel (2014 Hi Lux)
    • 32" Tyres, 2" Lifted
    • Front Diff Lock
    • Winch
  • Jason

  • Jason (jasb)


    I am Interested / In Waiting List
    Ranger (2014 XLT)
    • 33" Tyres, 2" Lifted
    • Rear Diff Lock
    • Winch
  • Christo

  • Christo (Lotriet) I had chainsaw training I had winch training


    I am Interested / In Waiting List
    4l v6 petrol (2013 Fj cruiser)
    • 33" Tyres, 2" Lifted
    • Rear Diff Lock
    • Winch

Alan Johnston
Alan Johnston (aljohno)
WITHDRAWN from Trip - Reason:
23 May 2018
Stuart Kaz
Stuart & Kaz (StuKaz)
Hello Mien & Jack, We normally travel alone so we would like to know what you normally do regarding meals. We normally freeze cooked meals and criovac them. We have a Ziggy and an Oz Pig. Your post mentions creek crossings, any idea how deep please? We have a facebook page (Lets Go Discover Aus) of our travels and also have a drone. Thanks Stu & Kaz
23 May 2018
Mien And Jack
Trip Leader Mien and Jack (DutchDuo)
Hi Stuart& Kaz,
If you post a trip on this site and choose a difficulty rating it automatically gives a brief description about what to expect e.g water crossings or steep tracks. We choose rating medium to hard and the site gives a brief description. We don't expect any water crossings:)
Regarding meals, we hope to make camp around 4-5 pm and then either cook, BBQ or heat up stuff
23 May 2018
Stuart Kaz
Stuart & Kaz (StuKaz)
Stuart Kaz (StuKaz) wrote: Hello Mien & Jack, We normally travel alone so we would like to know what you normally do regarding meals. We normally freeze cooked meals and criovac them. We have a Ziggy and an Oz Pig. Your post mentions creek crossings, any idea how deep please? We have a facebook page (Lets Go Discover Aus) of our travels and also have a drone. Thanks Stu & Kaz
Sorry guys we have to withdraw from this trip as we have a Blue Heeler. We live in our van fulltime and our dog goes everywhere with us. No dogs are allowed in the Simpson. :(
24 May 2018
Anthony Jurss
Anthony Jurss (Fattony)
Hi Mien & Jack,
i am very keen on doing this trip with you, would love to catch up sometime to discuss the finer details.
Cheers
Tony Jurss
0415073513
24 May 2018
Mien And Jack
Trip Leader Mien and Jack (DutchDuo)
For everyone interested we are planning a meet and greet in July.
Date to follow
27 May 2018
Zak
Zak (Uzooz) Premium Member
Thanks guys
Looking forward to the meet n greet
I’m really looking forward to this trip
Thanks
Zak
28 May 2018
Rahul Grover
Rahul Grover (Rahul)
Looking forward to the meetup guys, I might be overseas early July but would defs keep in touch as Simpson has been on the cards for a while
29 May 2018
Mien And Jack
Trip Leader Mien and Jack (DutchDuo)
Hi all,
We have decided to do a meet up on Saturday 14th July, we are planning to do this at home...Point Cook , Closer to the date let me know if you are attending and will forward our address. Time would be 3 pm.
Excited!!!
31 May 2018
Mien And Jack
Trip Leader Mien and Jack (DutchDuo)
Hi all,
Just curious who is planning to attend the meet and greet on the 14th July?
Our preparations are almost complete!!! So excited...
Please let me know if you are coming on the 14th July
Thanks
Mien
18 Jun 2018
Zak
Zak (Uzooz) Premium Member
I’m looking forward to the catchup
Will be there
Thanks
Zak
19 Jun 2018
Mien And Jack
Trip Leader Mien and Jack (DutchDuo)
Zak (Uzooz) wrote: I’m looking forward to the catchup
Will be there
Thanks
Zak
Pm sent
20 Jun 2018
Mien And Jack
Trip Leader Mien and Jack (DutchDuo)
Welcome Paul to the trip, pm sent
26 Jun 2018
Mien And Jack
Trip Leader Mien and Jack (DutchDuo)
Anthony Jurss (Fattony) wrote: Hi Mien & Jack,
i am very keen on doing this trip with you, would love to catch up sometime to discuss the finer details.
Cheers
Tony Jurss
0415073513
Sent you a text message
26 Jun 2018
Paul Banjac
Paul Banjac (Paul HD Turbo)
Mien And Jack (DutchDuo) wrote: Welcome Paul to the trip, pm sent
Thank you guys, I'm looking forward to doing this trip and hopefully having a blast of the time along the way. I just got a few more things to do to the beast then his set. Would be good to catch up for a drink or dinner to work out some details
27 Jun 2018
Paul Banjac
Paul Banjac (Paul HD Turbo)
Mien And Jack (DutchDuo) wrote:
Anthony Jurss (Fattony) wrote: Hi Mien & Jack,
i am very keen on doing this trip with you, would love to catch up sometime to discuss the finer details.
Cheers
Tony Jurss
0415073513
Sent you a text message
Hi Anthony,
looking forward to meeting and traveling with you.
27 Jun 2018
Mien And Jack
Trip Leader Mien and Jack (DutchDuo)
Paul Banjac (Paul HD Turbo) wrote:
Mien And Jack (DutchDuo) wrote: Welcome Paul to the trip, pm sent
Thank you guys, I'm looking forward to doing this trip and hopefully having a blast of the time along the way. I just got a few more things to do to the beast then his set. Would be good to catch up for a drink or dinner to work out some details
The meet up is Saturday 14th July at 3 pm, please see private message for address
27 Jun 2018
Thurstain
Thurstain (Tcm9669) Premium Member
Hi Mien and Jack,

I am contemplating about joining you guys. However I only recently got the Patrol and not sure what I'll require setup wise to make this trip. I know the Navara with the canopy, 80 liter under tray water tank and everything else was up to the task. However Patrol isn't quite there yet. Capability wise I don't think the patrol would have an issue, I also spent thousands on it on preventative maintenance with new cooling system(thermo, water pump, radiator, hoses etc... etc...) and a bunch of other stuff so reliability should be OK - however setup wise I'm not sure what I'd require as 2 weeks away in the middle of nowhere sounds amazing, but also scary haha. I have drawers, fridge, dual battery and limited space in the wagon.

Thanks

EDIT: Also fuel wise I have 90L main and 30 sub. Assuming 20L/100km in low range, that's 600 km. Would that be enough or do I need jerrys etc?
27 Jun 2018
Mien And Jack
Trip Leader Mien and Jack (DutchDuo)
Thurstain (Tcm9669) wrote: Hi Mien and Jack,

I am contemplating about joining you guys. However I only recently got the Patrol and not sure what I'll require setup wise to make this trip. I know the Navara with the canopy, 80 liter under tray water tank and everything else was up to the task. However Patrol isn't quite there yet. Capability wise I don't think the patrol would have an issue, I also spent thousands on it on preventative maintenance with new cooling system(thermo, water pump, radiator, hoses etc... etc...) and a bunch of other stuff so reliability should be OK - however setup wise I'm not sure what I'd require as 2 weeks away in the middle of nowhere sounds amazing, but also scary haha. I have drawers, fridge, dual battery and limited space in the wagon.

Thanks

EDIT: Also fuel wise I have 90L main and 30 sub. Assuming 20L/100km in low range, that's 600 km. Would that be enough or do I need jerrys etc?
You are welcome to join the meet and greet on Saturday 14th July , will sent you address
27 Jun 2018
Thurstain
Thurstain (Tcm9669) Premium Member
Mien And Jack (DutchDuo) wrote:
Thurstain (Tcm9669) wrote: Hi Mien and Jack,

I am contemplating about joining you guys. However I only recently got the Patrol and not sure what I'll require setup wise to make this trip. I know the Navara with the canopy, 80 liter under tray water tank and everything else was up to the task. However Patrol isn't quite there yet. Capability wise I don't think the patrol would have an issue, I also spent thousands on it on preventative maintenance with new cooling system(thermo, water pump, radiator, hoses etc... etc...) and a bunch of other stuff so reliability should be OK - however setup wise I'm not sure what I'd require as 2 weeks away in the middle of nowhere sounds amazing, but also scary haha. I have drawers, fridge, dual battery and limited space in the wagon.

Thanks

EDIT: Also fuel wise I have 90L main and 30 sub. Assuming 20L/100km in low range, that's 600 km. Would that be enough or do I need jerrys etc?
You are welcome to join the meet and greet on Saturday 14th July , will sent you address
I am actually leaving on Sunday morning for a 10 day snow adventure with my finance - We will try to attend if everything is packed and ready to go for Sunday, but we are keen so will try our best to make it with the Patrol so we can discuss any requirements. Also if we decide we want to come, will need to find furbaby sitters for 2 weeks.. i'm guessing dogs aren't allowed on this trip?

Thanks.
27 Jun 2018
Mien And Jack
Trip Leader Mien and Jack (DutchDuo)
Sorry... we will travel through National parks...no dogs
27 Jun 2018
Thurstain
Thurstain (Tcm9669) Premium Member
Mien And Jack (DutchDuo) wrote: Sorry... we will travel through National parks...no dogs
No problems. Message me address when you can.

Thanks
27 Jun 2018
Mien And Jack
Trip Leader Mien and Jack (DutchDuo)
So we have Zak, Paul and Thurstain confirmed for the meet and greet! Awesome!!!
We do think it is important to get to know each other ( and check out our cars :) to make this a great trip!!
So please, if you intent to join this trip come to the meet and greet!! I will pm you our address.
Soft drink/tea/coffee we will have, BYO the rest :)
29 Jun 2018
Thurstain
Thurstain (Tcm9669) Premium Member
WITHDRAWN from Trip - Reason: Sorry guys, dogs are going to be a problem. Unable to find anyone to look after them. Maybe next time. Have fun and enjoy the trip!
08 Jul 2018
Mien And Jack
Trip Leader Mien and Jack (DutchDuo)
No worries Thurstain, we will see you on the tracks another time
Mien
12 Jul 2018
Mien And Jack
Trip Leader Mien and Jack (DutchDuo)
Bought our Desert Parks Pass today....excited!
14 Aug 2018
Adrian Raven
Adrian Raven (Ado_Hilux)
Hi Mien and Jack,
My vehicle doesn't have a winch fitted .... i carry snatch strap recovery gear and max tracks when beach driving, plus i have over 20 years of sand 4WD experience ... i'm wondering if you're ok with me joining your group considering this limitation with my Hilux 4WD ?
19 Aug 2018
Mien And Jack
Trip Leader Mien and Jack (DutchDuo)
Adrian Raven (Ado_Hilux) wrote: Hi Mien and Jack,
My vehicle doesn't have a winch fitted .... i carry snatch strap recovery gear and max tracks when beach driving, plus i have over 20 years of sand 4WD experience ... i'm wondering if you're ok with me joining your group considering this limitation with my Hilux 4WD ?
Hi Adrian,
Of course you can join without a winch!
It is an automated setting in requirements when you rate the trip on this site, don’t worry about it. Is our itnerary not a long way for you to join a West to east crossing?
20 Aug 2018
Adrian Raven
Adrian Raven (Ado_Hilux)
Mien And Jack (DutchDuo) wrote:
Adrian Raven (Ado_Hilux) wrote: Hi Mien and Jack,
My vehicle doesn't have a winch fitted .... i carry snatch strap recovery gear and max tracks when beach driving, plus i have over 20 years of sand 4WD experience ... i'm wondering if you're ok with me joining your group considering this limitation with my Hilux 4WD ?
Hi Adrian,
Of course you can join without a winch!
It is an automated setting in requirements when you rate the trip on this site, don’t worry about it. Is our itnerary not a long way for you to join a West to east crossing?
Yes, for me (coming from Brisbane) it's a long trip just to start the west to east crossing, but i've always wanted to explore the top of SA anyway. Now knowing that it's ok for me to join in your group's Simpson crossing without a winch, i will work out my own itinerary before meeting your group and how much time i need off work for the whole journey ... maybe 3 to 4 weeks !
I will keep in touch.
20 Aug 2018
Mien And Jack
Trip Leader Mien and Jack (DutchDuo)
Cool..maybe we can meet in Maree, Oodnadatta, or Mt.Dare!
20 Aug 2018
Mien And Jack
Trip Leader Mien and Jack (DutchDuo)
You can always call or text me on 0478 735 422
Mien
20 Aug 2018
Rohan
Rohan (Rohan)
Hi Mien and Jack
I’m really interested in this trip but also my vehicle (Diesel 120 series Prado) doesn't have a winch – I didn’t realise it was an automated response & thought you set it as a requirement. I carry a hand winch, straps, chain, Max Trax, Tyre straps – I also have a sand anchor if needed. I’m 7-8 years 4wd experience (plus trail bike riding) mainly Victoria High Country (6-7 trips Wonangatta, Licola, Dargo etc and some sand driving in Big Desert and Murray Sunset Parks (both Vic). Would you be ok with me joining your group? Thanks Rohan 0407536020
20 Aug 2018
Mien And Jack
Trip Leader Mien and Jack (DutchDuo)
Hi Rohan, I have sent you a text!
21 Aug 2018
Adrian Raven
Adrian Raven (Ado_Hilux)
Mien And Jack (DutchDuo) I've sent you a Private Message. Please check your inbox.
22 Aug 2018
Rohan
Rohan (Rohan)
Hi Mien & Jack, Thanks for the welcome messages, I'm really looking forward to the trip. I'll update to going. If my calculations are correct and Adrian is a definite there'll only be on spot left
22 Aug 2018
Mien And Jack
Trip Leader Mien and Jack (DutchDuo)
We are excited too..and just noticed..we all have Toyota's!!!
We have a petrol one so we will be filling up more often then all of you diesel guys!
I still have to call to make sure that Eringa is open for us to camp
And we will discuss at Mt. Dare which traverse we will take, the French or the WAA. Depending on what the conditions are, okay?
See you guys soon!
23 Aug 2018
Paul Banjac
Paul Banjac (Paul HD Turbo)
Hi Mien, Have we got more members joining the trip ?
24 Aug 2018
Mien And Jack
Trip Leader Mien and Jack (DutchDuo)
Sent the confirmed members a text message
24 Aug 2018
Rohan
Rohan (Rohan)
Hi All
“Simpson Desert Ed2” free map on “offroad escape” (free App) has a lot of detail and contains trip planning notes. There are other maps (also no charge) for the areas we are going e.g. Oodnadatta and Dalhousie maps
28 Aug 2018
Mien And Jack
Trip Leader Mien and Jack (DutchDuo)
Rohan (Rohan) wrote: Hi All
“Simpson Desert Ed2” free map on “offroad escape” (free App) has a lot of detail and contains trip planning notes. There are other maps (also no charge) for the areas we are going e.g. Oodnadatta and Dalhousie maps
We will not get lost, that is for sure! I will bring Hema on Ipad and 2 paper maps too..
And I just downloaded Offroad escape on my phone....yeah I know a bit OCD :) but Thanks!!!
28 Aug 2018
Adrian Raven
Adrian Raven (Ado_Hilux)
Mien And Jack (DutchDuo) wrote:
Rohan (Rohan) wrote: Hi All
“Simpson Desert Ed2” free map on “offroad escape” (free App) has a lot of detail and contains trip planning notes. There are other maps (also no charge) for the areas we are going e.g. Oodnadatta and Dalhousie maps
We will not get lost, that is for sure! I will bring Hema on Ipad and 2 paper maps too..
And I just downloaded Offroad escape on my phone....yeah I know a bit OCD :) but Thanks!!!
Hi Mien and Jack,
I regret to tell you that i've made a decision and i won't be able to join your trip across the Simpson in two weeks time.
I just can't get enough time during the week to prepare (due to my business). Being single, it's up to myself to get everything sorted and i know that time will be against me.
For me, it's quite disappointing ... i should have made inquiries a month earlier ... i'm not fully set up for desert trips.
Anyhow, i hope you all have a fantastic time and a safe trip .... the Simpson desert crossing is still on my bucket list. Thanks for keeping in touch.
I will plan to do this trip definitely next year, either by myself or with a group.
Best regards, Adrian R.
28 Aug 2018
Mien And Jack
Trip Leader Mien and Jack (DutchDuo)
Sorry to hear, but the Simpson will be there next year ..don't you worry
All the best
Mien
29 Aug 2018
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TRIP COMPLETED

3 GOING, 10 Interested
5 adults
Trip Date
13-Sep-2018 (Thu) to 29-Sep-2018 (Sat)

Meeting Point
To be decided
8:30 AM (Thu, 13-Sep-2018)

Organiser
Mien And Jack

Mien And Jack (DutchDuo)

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