Issue 9 (Jul 2021)

Adventure Afrika

4x4 | Camping | Lifestyle

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Letters To The Editor
Martin Briggs from Onrus writes: I was both intrigued and captivated by the article, ‘In the lap of Mother Africa’, by Adriaan Jooste in Issue 7. I have to agree with the author that, when driving in Africa, one should always be ‘walking the obstacle
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Welcome
Many consider the Scottish-American John Muir to be the father of national parks. He was an early advocate for preserving wilderness areas in the United States, and helped ensure places like Yosemite were kept relatively pristine for future generatio
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Adventure
Publisher: Anton Willemse Snr Editor: Angus Boswell Head of Content: Mary Willemse Head of Design: Simone Anderson Journalist: Lizaan Snyman Editorial & digital coordinator: Anton Willemse Jnr Sales: Adriaan Jooste Anton Willemse Snr Contributors: De
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Brain Power
Identify the next more than 90 world names, places, destinations and terms that has to do with tourist attractions and holidays in the above block. It can appear horizontal, vertical or diagonal and can be in any direction. Diaeresis and circumflex a
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Protea COFFEE
There are very few things in life that can compete with enjoying a cup of fresh coffee as you overlook our continent’s beautiful scenery. With Protea Coffee, getting that coffee-shop aroma and filter-coffee taste is now feasible, even if you are out
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Land Rover Discovery updated
Just four years after its 2017 arrival in SA, Jaguar Land Rover has released a revised and refreshed version of its All-New Discovery, which is now available from local dealers. The mid-life version of this award-winning premium seven-seater SUV has
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Meet the Team
Position: Editorial & digital co-ordinator Favourite accessory: It must be a camping fridge, for the obvious reason of keeping the beers cold. On a serious note, though, the dual-battery system and inverters are important to keep everything – includi
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Tech leap for Gen 3 Haval H6
Haval’s H6 has made a major sales impact since this midsized SUV was launched in China eight years ago, and now the third-generation version has landed locally, after skipping a generation due to Gen 2 not being made in right-hand drive. The “sci-fi-
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New Terra On The Block
If we have read things right, Nissan will launch its all-new Terra into the hotly contested bakkie-based SUV market in Africa before the end of the year. This is also known as the D-SUV segment, and includes local contenders such as the Toyota Fortun
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Shorty Hits The Streets
As promised, the Land Rover Defender is now available in short wheelbase format, a year after the longer 110 reached South Africa. There are four engine options, four trim flavours (S, X-Dynamic SE and HSE, First Edition and flagship Defender X), fou
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BT-50: A New Soul In Motion
Mazda Southern Africa is poised to launch its third-generation BT-50 locally. Unlike the second generation which was based on the Ford Ranger and used the 3.2-litre five-cylinder mill, the latest iteration will borrow a platform and drivetrains from
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Toyota’s LC300 Almost Here
More details have emerged about the Land Cruiser 300, following a premiere on YouTube early in June. The local introduction is still officially set for August, when the final images of the flagship GR Sport model, and pricing, will be made public. Wh
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Navara Sets New Standards
The first double-cab bakkie my dad bought was in 1993 when he opted for a Nissan Sani 3.0-litre V6. I was in Matric and I could not get over how capable and stylish it was. This was the first vehicle my folks used to go touring in Botswana and it did
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Behind The Sciences
I was born with a steering wheel in my hand. It is my parents’ fault. My mom was a navigator for my dad and she carried on rallying, blissfully unaware she was three months’ pregnant. They always said that this boy or girl would be born with a steeri
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Angles Above, Landies Below
What is it about the Transkei Wild Coast? Is it the fact that it has not been developed like the rest of South Africa’s eastern coastline, or is it the limited road infrastructure that turns every destination into an adventure? Is it the friendly fac
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Gear & gardget
It is always a good idea to carry an extra spare tyre when venturing off the beaten track, and now Tauro has come up with a swing-away rear carrier that does not require a full aftermarket bumper. Their clever design bolts to the four bolts on many s
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About the Defender Trophy
The Defender Trophy is a family-friendly overland event for Land Rover Defender enthusiasts from all over the country (and sometimes even the world!). According to organiser Johan Kriek, it is not a competition and neither does it test your physical
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Kaokoland - place of Thirst, Fairy Circles and Stone Men
The last time we visited Kaokoland we experienced water and flash floods like never before, getting stuck in one river for over four hours. So, when I saw just how much rain Namibia had received at the beginning of the year, I started experiencing se
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About Ultimate Adventures
The Ultimate Adventures Tour Collection for 2022 was recently released – be sure to book now to avoid disappointment! PRESTIGE TOURES: Iceland Arctic Trucks Experience: 5 - 12 March 2022 Ultimate Kgalagadi Experience: 24 April - 5 May 2022 ADVENTURE
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Simon Says…
Whenever a newbie overlander asks me what they should do to their vehicle first, I always tell them that tyres and suspension are the most important pieces of equipment on your 4x4 when it comes to overlanding travel in remote areas. Whenever a newbi
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When My Ship Comes In…
One day when I am all grown up, or when my ship comes in, I will chase my dreams. Or so we often think. Whenever I hear this, I can’t help but recall the children’s movie, Up. It tells the story of Carl Fredricksen, a 78-year-old man who sells balloo
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The Suzuki Ignis line-up
Suzuki Ignis 1.2 GL: R198 900 • Power output: 61 kW / 113 Nm • Fuel consumption: 4.9 litres/100 km • 0-100 km/h: 11.6 seconds • Top speed: 165 km/h Suzuki Ignis 1.2 GLX: R229 900 • Power output: 61 kW / 113 Nm • Fuel consumption: 5.1 litres/100 km •
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Off The Beaten Path
Our travels have taken us from the sandy tracks of the Namaqua National Park to the corrugated gravel roads in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, and northwards to the tar roads of the Kruger National Park. However, for this trip we decided to stay cl
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Wild & Wonderful - Nature At Its Best
The idea of wild camping in a Big 5 game reserve has always intrigued me. What would it really be like sleeping in a tent, knowing that a lion could visit you at any time during the night? Not one to shy away from such adventures, I rounded up some f
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The Green Machine
• Front Runner roof rack• Bushwakka L-shaped awning fitted on the left of the roof rack• Bushwakka storage box bolted to the front of the roof rack• 2 x 20-litre water containers mounted on the right rear side of the roof rack• 2 x 20-litre Jerry can
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Travel Guide
This campsite is within a two-hour drive from Cape Town in the heart of the West Coast Sandveld. A visit to Klein Tafelberg 4x4 sets a gateway for 4x4 tourists to explore this interesting region and experience the splendour and silence of the peacefu
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Wild Camping Tips & Tricks
• Research your campsite: Find out as much as you can about your intended campsite and the facilities available. It helps to know what to expect and what to pack. A good information source is Facebook groups and other online forums. • Test your gear:
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Meet BOB-our Budget Overland Build
The Land Cruiser 100 Series was legendary in its own right, but marked a time when Toyota hedged its bets on solid axles front and rear. Introduced in 1998 on world markets after being largely signed off by 1994, it marked a departure from the 80 Ser
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The Gamkaskloof Journey Continues…
The Doornkloof mini pass contains the deepest and longest water crossing, which has been the undoing of many non-4WD vehicles attempting this pass over the years. This section of the road traverses the farms Doornkloof and Waterkloof, and includes Bo
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Lovely Limpopo
You can relax in this popular campsite in the heart of the bushveld. The resort is sited against a koppie with a beautiful view over the plains below, and most of the campsites enjoy lovely shade, surrounded by lush green lawns. NEAREST TOWN: Modimol
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Rikus' Top Camp Tips
• If you are camping next to water where the temperatures can drop quite low at night, take a few newspapers with you and put them under your inflatable mattress to insulate from the cold. • For those who like to make salad when camping, wrap the let
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The Stiletto Snake
The Stiletto snake is a smallish, insignificant-looking snake that is often mistaken for a Mole snake, even though it does not look at all similar. It is dark brown to blackish in colour, often with a similar-coloured belly. However, some individuals
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The Rules Of Good Composition
The background or surroundings of the main subject will usually determine whether you should fill the frame when taking the shot, or crop in post processing. A busy or distracting background will lessen the impact of an image. Particularly when captu
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Caring For Your Home Away From Home
I am a regular camper and take good care of my equipment, yet I experienced some damage recently after storing a rooftop tent outside my garage. It became infested with rats and was completely destroyed. This made me think about the best ways to care
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Basic Tent Care And Maintenance
Proper tent care begins on the day of purchase. It is hard to argue with the fact that a well-loved and cared-for tent can make the difference between a night to remember and a night to forget. After purchasing the tent that suits both your needs and
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A Cross-over Retrospective
Living in a country that begs to be explored, it is no surprise that compact SUVs are hugely popular in South Africa. Not only do they ramp up the utility factor with more space and increased ground clearance, but they also offer distinctive styling.
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The Other Top Players In The Segment
The grandfather of the segment, Ford’s EcoSport, was given a boost earlier this year with an addition to the range – the special edition EcoSport Black. As the name suggests, it boasts several dark-hued feature enhancements to give it a more dynamic
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My Ride & I
Send yours to us at: info@4x4afrika.com “I’m a bakkie guy, but the cost of a bakkie in this day and age is simply too high for what we mainly use it for. I used to drive a BMW but lost a big chunk of my life as I couldn’t go anywhere with it. My life
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A Monster Of A Machine
Most people say a rebuild project is never completely done as you always find something you can add. “I am, however, glad to report that this project is indeed done – there are no modifications left to do and I love the final product,” said Johan de
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Win with Adventure Afrika & Tentco
A set of camping chairs valued at R630 each! Simply send an image – minimum 1MB in size – of you and your vehicle, out and about on an adventure to info@4x4afrika.com (subject: Four-Wheel Partner). Include the following: • Name and occupation of the

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