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Keeping your weight down and creating a more efficient setup will elevate your trips…
making them more enjoyable and safer!
In this episode of the Snowys Camping Show, our outdoor experts Lauren and Ben talk you through roof racks, weight allowance, interior storage solutions, and how to best pack your car – plus multi-purpose gear, and a whole lot more. Check it out below for all the details!
Shortcuts:
00:00 – Intro
02:44 – Kerb weight and GVM
06:01 – Roof loadings
07:42 – On road vs off road rating
08:46 – Minimising weight
09:54 – Safety for other road users
11:24 – Packing your weight low
12:00 – Lighter, easier to pack options for carrying water
12:16 – Shelves vs drawers and weight
13:00 – Do you need to carry a second spare tyre?
12:35 – Everything you take should have 2 uses
14:13 – Why Ben doesn’t bring an icebox
15:20 – Accessibility & using all the nooks and crannies
15:50 – Trailers and towing
18:00 – Camper trailers
Mentioned in this Episode:
Products:
Sea to Summit Watercell Water Storage
Tarps: multipurpose groundsheet, picnic blanket, and awning
Blogs:
Towing with a 4WD – What You Need to Know
Other:
Tyler Thompson’s YouTube video
Packing your vehicle safely should be a huge priority for campers. Image: Blacksmith Camping Supplies.
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