Mt Cole Weekend Trip. I couldnt make it for the other trip which was cancelled, so will run another one. I have not been to this area as yet, so will aim for medium tracks and maybe medium to hard. We will camp 9n friday but it's optional and we can meet you o Saturday morning, na later than 9am
Few Important Notes!!
Only join and participate in this trip at your own risk!!
Every one will be responsible for their own safety.
Remember, as in any trip, if you or one of the trip members see and feel that the track in front is too difficult or might cause a vehicle damage, don't attempt it, we will arrange to meet you on the other side.
Approximate distance:
2 days of driving 4wd tracks so estimating 100kms approximately of 4wding, so top of fuel on the way before entering the forest
Trip Requirements
This trip is categorised as medium to hard so it is required to have minimum 33 s M/T or aggressive A/T tyres and a working electric winch .
BYO Recovery gear is MANDATORY
We will aim to finish by 3pm Sunday to all drive back to Melbourn
All Trip Participants, including passengers, must wear fully enclosed footwear (e.g. sneakers, work type boots) whilst on this Trip.
Planned tracks:
TBA
Recovery Equipment:
The minimum requirement is one Snatch Strap, 2 Bow Shackles rated, a Dampener and Riggers Gloves (a full recovery kit is preferable and more appropriate, but not ssential). Riggers Gloves must be worn when dealing with recovery equipment or for track clearing if encountered. Equipment must be in very good condition.. If you don't have this recovery equipment do not join!!
VEHICLE & EQUIPMENT:
Your vehicle must be Roadworthy and appropriately set up for the trip (if you know of any mechanical or maintenance issues with your vehicle, you must have these fully resolved/rectified before the Trip). You will need ground clearance for the harder Tracks, therefore a suspension lift of at least 2 inches is strongly advised to avoid vehicle damage. Appropriate or Acceptable front and rear recovery points, for snatch strapping or winching, are essential. As mentioned above, due to the terrain of the State Forest a minimum of 33 A/T or Mud Tyres with very good tread depth are required. Tyres on or very close to roadworthy are not acceptable. Onboard UHF Radio, basic vehicle spares and tools, First Aid Kit and Fire Extinguisher. If you don't have 33' inch tyres and minimum 2 inch lift do not join!!
FOOD AND GENERAL PROVISIONS:
You need to be fully self-sufficient and bring enough Food, Water and Snacks for all persons in your vehicle for Lunch and some solid supplies for camp bonfire. You also need to bring sufficient Water for every person in your vehicle
Requirement
- Electric Winch
- Recovery Gear