Guides & Reviews

Stay informed and inspired with our comprehensive collection of news, reviews, and blogs covering camping, 4WD, touring, and survival in Australia. Explore expert insights, gear recommendations, and captivating stories to enhance your outdoor adventures.

The best way to stop your caravan awning flying away - A247 Gear

The best way to stop your caravan awning flying away

Learn how to use Guy Rope kits to keep your awning firmly attached to your caravan — where it ought to be! ...

John Ford
How to keep your kids safe around camp - A247 Gear

How to keep your kids safe around camp

Learn how to keep young children safe around camp in Australia. Get tips on water safety, fire precautions, and avoiding poisonous plants and animals. It's...

Julija Zivanovic
Heading north for the dry season: how to prepare - A247 Gear

Heading north for the dry season: how to prepare

Winter rolling in doesn’t mean your touring has to stop. In fact, in the northern regions of Australia winter signifies the beginning of the dry...

Julija Zivanovic
Our top five great desert tracks and what you need to bring - A247 Gear

Our top five great desert tracks and what you need to bring

In celebration of our sister company, Hema Maps, releasing the 6th edition of its bestselling Great Desert Tracks Atlas & Guide, we’ve put together a...

Julija Zivanovic
A guide to fire cooking outdoors - A247 Gear

A guide to fire cooking outdoors

Making a meal on an open fire doesn’t just taste delicious, it’s a great opportunity for the whole family to bond … but safety should...

Julija Zivanovic
4wd Recovery

Saber Offroad vs Factor 55 — who makes the best recovery gear?

Australian Saber Offroad and Factor 55 from the USA are both market leaders in the recovery gear market. We compare their best selling products so...

Julija Zivanovic
Essential equipment for staying safe in backcountry Australia - A247 Gear

Essential equipment for staying safe in backcountry Australia

Touring Australia's backcountry offers incredible rewards but poses tough challenges like extreme heat, varied terrain, and wild fauna. Safety gear is vital. A comprehensive first...

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Beginner's guide: How to photograph the stars in Outback Australia - A247 Gear

Beginner's guide: How to photograph the stars in Outback Australia

A few simple techniques and pieces of equipment can have you taking awesome night-time photographs in a heartbeat. There is so much to love about...

Matt Williams
Tested - Expedition 134 General Purpose Box ‘Pat Callinan’s 4X4 Adventures magazine’ - A247 Gear

Tested - Expedition 134 General Purpose Box ‘Pat Callinan’s 4X4 Adventures magazine’

I got my hands on a few Expedition 134 General Purpose boxes from the guys at Open Sky Touring to test, as a top tier storage box...

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Australian snake bites: your four-minute guide to treatment - A247 Gear

Australian snake bites: your four-minute guide to treatment

In Australia, the chances of being bitten by a snake are fairly slim. But these bites can be deadly and it’s important to know what...

Ash Horton
UHF Buyer’s Guide — which is best for your needs? - A247 Gear

UHF Buyer’s Guide — which is best for your needs?

Are you looking at communication options for when you are on the road, travelling Australia? We have put together a few of the key points,...

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What Does It Take To Do A Desert Trip in Australia? - A247 Gear

What Does It Take To Do A Desert Trip in Australia?

A common misconception in the 4WD space is that you need to have everything under the sun before you head away on any 4WD adventure....

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