{"id":317,"date":"2021-01-28T18:43:21","date_gmt":"2021-01-28T18:43:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bmtech.com.au\/top-6-tips-for-off-road-trips\/"},"modified":"2022-10-28T14:22:10","modified_gmt":"2022-10-28T03:22:10","slug":"top-6-tips-for-off-road-trips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bmtech.com.au\/top-6-tips-for-off-road-trips\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 6 Tips for Off-Road Trips"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
There aren\u2019t many silver linings to the pandemic, but one may be that we get to know our own country a little better. Europe can have Cinque Terra, the Dalmatian Coast and the Acropolis. America can keep its Yosemite, Aspen and swampy bayous. As wonderful and awe-inspiring as they are, they\u2019re easily matched by our own Kimberley, Victoria\u2019s high country, Tassie\u2019s untamed south-west, the Pinnacles, the Bungle Bungles\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The list goes on. Point is, 2021 is a great opportunity to get in touch with the myriad landscapes that make up our sprawling country. And considering its sprawliness, preparation is key. Here are our top 10 tips to keep you on the straight and narrow on your off road trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This isn\u2019t a quick trip to the supermarket. If you break down in the outback, there\u2019s no air conditioned caf\u00e9 serving decaf soy latte to while away the time in before road assist comes to the rescue. Obviously there\u2019s nothing you can do to guarantee nothing will go wrong, but there are some simply things to check before you set off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There are innumerable roads, tracks and trails to find and get lost on in Australia. It\u2019s important that you never pick the ones that require more experience or skill than you possess, or test the capabilities of your vehicle. There are plenty of amazing destinations accessed by sealed roads to satisfy anyone without having to take unnecessary risks. Whenever you travel off road, drive to your capabilities, as well as those of your vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The classic Australian road trip involves many hours behind the wheel, so choose your co-pilot wisely. Always have water, snacks and good music on hand, and never access them yourself. Extend a hand for a bottle of water with lid removed. Open your mouth for a chip to be laid gently upon your tongue. And \u2013 the golden rule \u2013 the driver chooses the music. If they want Billy Joel\u2019s Kohuept on repeat for three hours, so shall it be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s annoying when you lose coverage in the city. It\u2019s dangerous losing coverage in the middle of nowhere on an off-road trip. Away from urban centres and towns with decent populations, you are likely to encounter areas that render your expensive mobile a simple repository for your favourite tunes. Nothing is more important than communication when your car breaks down or \u2013 heaven forbid \u2013 you become lost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There are plenty of places to hire satellite phones from, even some car rentals. It\u2019s an added expense, but it\u2019s also a no-brainer. An added word of advice: when selecting a satellite phone, base your decision on the antenna technology, not the network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Before you hurtle off into the dusty interior, map your route and tell someone about it. Make sure they know which places you\u2019ll be in and on what dates. It doesn\u2019t have to be a day-by-day blow, but you want someone back home to know your general whereabouts on certain days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
We like to think that only Melbourne experience\u2019s four seasons in a day, but inclement weather can surprise you anywhere. And inclement weather in some parts of Australia can amount to torrential rain or searing heat. If a river is running a little high for a safe crossing, don\u2019t cross it. If the temperature climbs into the 40\u2019s, perhaps consider a day indoors or by the motel pool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Unsealed roads can disappear after heavy rains, so make sure you have up-to-date information before you set off each day. Just because it\u2019s on the map, doesn\u2019t mean it\u2019ll be there when you need it. Always be willing to turn back, try another route, or wait it out. Don\u2019t push your luck when going off road. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you\u2019d like peace of mind, drop your car in at BM Tech<\/a> for a general check-up to make sure it\u2019s in good condition and fit for a road trip. We know all the things to look for so that you can enjoy the trip without any niggling doubts eating away at you. Remember, in remote areas, your car is your life raft. Take care of it and it will take care of you. Have fun!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" There aren\u2019t many silver linings to the pandemic, but one may be that we get to know our own country a little better. Europe can have Cinque Terra, the Dalmatian Coast and the Acropolis. America can keep its Yosemite, Aspen and swampy bayous. As wonderful and awe-inspiring as they are, they\u2019re easily matched by our […]<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":318,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"_uag_custom_page_level_css":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[],"class_list":["entry","author-relacion-manager","post-317","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-general"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n