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Ep185 - Pumped Up for the Outdoors
From lung-busting manual effort to push-button perfection, Ben and Lauren talk inflation innovation!In this episode, our gear gurus blow through Snowys’ comprehensive pump range from basic manual options to advanced 12V, 240V, and rechargeable powerhouses that handle both inflation and deflation. Be it PSI considerations, comparing compact solutions against mega pump monsters, and decoding the versatility differences that separate budget picks from premium performers – this conversation covers it all. Tune in to this comprehensive guide, designed for anyone who’s had enough of the puff!00:00 - Intro01:00 - Overview of the Snowys Pump Range02:23 - Basic Pump Options (Inflation Only)09:43 - Advanced Pump Options (Inflation and Deflation): 12V and 240V15:04 - Rechargeable Pump Options16:53 - Considering PSI21:24 - Versatility of Rechargeable Pumps21:48 - Compact Pump Options29:05 - Mega Pump Options32:24 - So... What Pumps for What?34:14 - Zempire Supercell Vs Dometic Gale37:23 - Valve Types44:43 - Lauren and Ben's Pumped Up Set-Up48:56 - SummaryJoin the conversation over on our Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/snowysHead to snowys.com.au for all your gear needs:https://www.snowys.com.au
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Ep184 - Communal Camping
Building campsite communities that actually work together…In this episode of the Snowys Camping Show, Ben and Lauren tackle the art of communal camping, from Zempire’s clever Shape Shifter range built for group gatherings to Lauren’s recent multi-family camping lessons. Our gear gurus cover everything from coordinated trips to creating shared living zones with tarps, gazebos, and heavy-duty shelter solutions.Listen up for the lowdown on how to set up the communal spaces that keep the crew connected, and Ben and Lauren’s take on how to maintain togetherness without the tension.00:00 – Intro01:29 – Talking Zempire’s Shape Shifter Range08:33 – Communal Camping: a ‘Joined’ System09:58 – Lauren’s Recent Experience with Communal Camping13:53 – How to Organise a Communal Camping Trip16:24 – Setting Up for Communal Camping: Shelters and Tarps19:04 – Gazebos24:40 – Heavy-Duty Set-Up Options26:29 – SummaryJoin the conversation over on our Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/snowysHead to snowys.com.au for all your gear needs:https://www.snowys.com.au
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Ep183 - From the Archives: Fire Ban Seasons with the CFS
They're our hot weather heroes - fighting the flames and forewarning the community of dangerous conditions. While every state and territory have a rural fire service of their own, Ben and Lauren chat with Phil from the South Australian Country Fire Service (CFS) and extinguish any confusion around Fire Ban Seasons.From considerations in campfire cooking, to seeking the right refuge – in this heated throwback episode of the Snowys Camping Show, Phil cools the coals and clarifies all regulations that are relevant to travellers and tourers during the Fire Danger periods.00:00 – Intro00:50 – Introducing Phil from the CFS01:43 – Gas Stove Regulations04:16 – Travelling During the High Season08:17 – Radios09:14 – Protection in Bushfire-Risk Zones13:08 – Bushfire Refuges18:04 – Travelling on Foot20:36 – Identifying a Fire22:59 – The Fire Ban Season: Unpacked28:03 – Braziers and Above-Ground Fires29:20 – Comfort Fires29:57 – Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Legislation32:15 – “Gas” Stove Terminology33:33 – Use of Gas Appliances35:30 – Generators37:45 – Induction Cooktops40:00 – Extinguishing a Fire45:08 – Find Out More or Get Involved!Join the conversation over on our Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/snowysHead to snowys.com.au for all your gear needs:https://www.snowys.com.au
When morning dew hits new heights...Ben and Lauren tackle the challenges of heat and condensation in rooftop tents, touching on how materials, insulation, and ventilation affect your overnight microclimate. Our gear gurus unpack the Inspired Overland Stargazer to illustrate smart design solutions, as well as cover the differences between standard and rooftop tents and the real causes of moisture buildup. Tune in for your guide to staying dry while camping high!Shortcuts:00:00 - Intro01:18 - Condensation While Camping01:42 - The Inspired Overland Stargazer03:38 - Addressing Condensation and Heat with Rooftop Tents04:19 - Insulation07:05 - Considering Materials for Heat Absorption07:44 - Choosing When to Camp08:45 - Standard Tents Vs Rooftop Tents09:14 - Considering Condensation12:38 - Causes of and Solutions to Condensation18:10 - Ventilation18:50 - SummaryJoin the conversation over on our Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/snowysHead to snowys.com.au for all your gear needs:https://www.snowys.com.au
The Snowys Camping Show is a podcast for outdoor adventurers, who love spending every spare minute they have exploring. Tune in each week for your dose of outdoor fun, advice, and information on camping, 4x4, caravanning, hiking, bushwalking, and more that you can listen to when you're not adventuring.
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