FRASER ISLAND FORTITUDE
A few issues back we ran a feature on a Makocraft adventure trip to Wathumba creek, located on the inside of Fraser Island.
That trip saw four of the latest Makocraft being comprehensively tested (or punished, if you prefer), in some of the harshest test conditions I’ve ever dealt with.
The tricked-up 630 Island Cabs went to print first, and in this issue, we take a look at the smaller Makocraft 521 HD SUV (Sports Utility Vessel) centre consoles and examine how they fared in truly foul conditions.
FRASER BACKGROUND
If you’re heading to Hervey Bay and Wathumba creek yourself, here are a few tips: try your best to nail decent weather; ensure you have decent tides to access Wathumba Creek throughout the day; pack enough fuel, food, drinks and first-aid gear; and, of course, ensure you’ve booked your camping stay with Queensland National Parks.
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