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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
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Ep181 - Lightweight Rooftop Tents: What's New
The minimalist movement: rooftop tents cutting weight without compromiseBen and Lauren climb the ladder of the latest lightweight rooftop tent innovations, from 23ZERO's Super Lite range to Inspired Overland's carbon fibre brilliance and Darche's detachable designs. Our gear gurus examine the critical trade-offs between shedding kilos and sacrificing features, explore how new materials and technology are pushing boundaries, and reveal what's coming down the pipeline like Inspired Overland's Trailpeak. From removable features allowing customisable weight versus functionality, to integrated lighting and power points for convenience without bulk - this episode is essential listening for anyone chasing that sweet spot between roof rack-friendly weight and ultimate camping comfort – because sometimes less is more if you're not losing what matters.Shortcuts:00:00 - Intro00:48 - The Latest in Lightweight Rooftop Tents02:06 - Reflecting on Ep17803:22 - 23ZERO Dakota Super Lite Rooftop Tent04:35 - 23ZERO Saber Super Lite Rooftop Tent05:44 - 23ZERO Saber Vert-X1450 Hard Shell and Super Fly Lightweight Rooftop Tent07:12 - Lightweight Vs Features: Determining the Trade-Off08:54 - Inspired Overland XL Lightweight and Carbonlite Rooftop Tent09:55 - Inspired Overland Stargazer Duo Rooftop Tent10:49 - Coming Soon: Inspired Overland Trailpeak Rooftop Tent12:44 - Darche Detachable Rooftop Tent13:13 - Front Runner Roof Top Tent13:52 - Inspired Overland Standard and Carbonlite: Removable Features16:35 - Technology, Materials, and Sacrifices in Lightweight Rooftop Tents24:00 - Sleeping Gear and Bedding25:36 - Integrated Lighting, Power Points, and Other Features26:27 - Final Thoughts28:08 - 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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Ep180 - Stack It & Strap It! Tubs & Tie-Downs
From chaos to cargo control, without feeling tied-down...Ben and Lauren expand on their previous episode, Ep171 - Roof Rack Storage, with a deep dive into the abundance of tubs, bags, containers, and strapping systems that keep your gear tight and together. In that, they discuss cam buckle reliability, and the pros and cons of ratchet straps, bungee cords, and occy straps for different securing scenarios. From hard tubs versus soft storage options and dedicated roof rack-style containers, to settling the age-old debate of straps versus ropes - this episode bears the load. Shortcuts:00:00 - Intro01:07 - A Spin-Off of Ep171: Roof Rack Storage 02:48 - Hard Tubs and Storage Boxes09:13 - Dedicated Roof Rack-Style Tubs10:18 - Soft Options and Storage Bags14:00 - Straps Vs Ropes14:49 - Ben's Take on Ropes and Knots17:33 - Cam Buckle Straps19:57 - Bungee, Occy, and Stretch Straps14:07 - Ratchet Straps28:44 - Ben's Recommendation29:32 - 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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