Australia — 4WD & Camping Accessories

It was that time of year again when the Outdoor Retailer Show (ORA) was on - The ORA ‘is owned by the Snow & Outdoor Trade Association, which is a Not-For-Profit association run solely to provide a trade exhibition to the outdoor industry in Australia and New Zealand’. Air pole technology in the camping world was on display at our stand. This advanced technology has existed for quite some time now, however, it has only just recently entered the Australian outdoor market.

The show allowed us to highlight the durability of air tents – we had the Turon Air range on display inside and outside. Our Turon Air 6 battled the elements outside - let’s just say it was the most ideal weather to prove how sturdy inflatable air tents really are! We also gave visitors the opportunity to see how easy the tents are to inflate and how they come packaged. For those interested in our inflatable tents - quick easy set up, durable and light weight – the Turon Air range is ideal for you!

Other products on display included our RAVEN series – dual row light bars and lighting accessories with LIFETIME WARRANTY. Sure, there are a number of light bars on the market – however, the team at eXterrain feel that it is important to have high quality lights bars at a more affordable price. Another point of difference is that the smaller Raven bars can also be utilised as reverse lights – we have two models – the RAVEN Pack – (which includes, the light bar, brackets and loom) ideally fitted around the hitch receiver, and the Hitch24L which is a more affordable option, fitted around the ‘tongue’.

The GoannaRT1500 recovery track was also at the show – we know that in extreme weather conditions, the level of difficulty for 4WD tracks can increase quite rapidly and unexpectedly. For those who have not upgraded their vehicle with 4WD mud tyres, the Goanna RT1500 is essential. Designed to offer an easy storage solution, the Goanna RT1500 requires no installation or brackets and provides exceptional ‘goanna like’ grip to assist the driver when stuck in muddy, snowy and sandy conditions.

Thank you to the organisers of the show and everyone who attended the show. If anyone would like any further information about our products and services, please feel free to contact us.

The next camping spot was located at Boerang (prepaid for two nights) in the Grampians National Park – a highlight of the trip. Was extremely hot being in summer, however we spent our days exploring 4WD tracks and witnessed wildlife, especially a great number of emus.

The spectacular view of the sandstone mountains at The Grampians National Park

The Mackenzie waterfall is a must – considered the most visited waterfall in the park. There is the option to walk to the base of the waterfall (1hr 30min) or to the MacKenzie Falls lookout (20mins). Either way, the views are magnificent!

4WD tracks at the Grampians were rocky and at times steep - level of difficulty can be marked difficult at times and allow extra travelling time.

The remaining part of our day was spent in the 4WD along the Rock Wallaby Track and Victoria Range Track, witnessing stunning scenery on the infamous sandstone mountains. Most tracks are long and challenging – especially when wet. (recovery equipment a must!)

After creating fond memories at the Grampians National Park, our trip continued north bound, heading for the Border Track. As noted in a previous blog, this was an interesting - and very lumpy track – paralleling the Victorian and South Australian border heading north. The ride was so bumpy we decided to take a detour onto RED BLUFF TRACK which led us through THE BIG DESERT – approx 36km of sandy tracks and dunes.

Continuing on what seemed to be endless roads, but offering spectacular scenery, we finally entered WYPERFIELD Park and made our way to Mildura where we stayed the night.

Outdoor Retailer Australia show 2018

Part II – The Grampians National Park and the Big Desert Wilderness Park,.