Ep 167 - The HipCamp Story & 5 Hidden Camping Gems
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Ep166 - Is It Normal for Your Tent to Get Flooded?
That sinking feeling of a flooded tent: are they an unfortunate reality or a gear failure red flag?Ben and Lauren drain the delusion from this soggy subject by diving into condensation versus leakage, separating the drips from deluges, and revealing which tent floor materials keep you high and dry. Plus, our gear gurus explain what happens when the weather stress-tests every stitch and seam.Tune in for a no-nonsense guide that reassures campers their shelter should repel water – not collect it!Shortcuts:00:00 - Intro00:59 - Is It Normal for Your Tent to Get Flooded?02:00 - Firstly - NO!02:51 - Some Exceptions and Condensation05:50 - Condensation Vs Leakage09:58 - Best Types of Tent Floors15:39 - Unprecedented Rain16:37 - 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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Ep165 - Revolutionised Rooftop Tents with Inspired Overland
From heavyweight tradition to featherweight innovation: we meet the tent techs who have taken over!Ben and Lauren sit down with Ferdinand and Ronnie from Inspired Overland to unpack how they're reshaping the rooftop tent game with cutting-edge carbon fibre technology. Our gear gurus explore the journey from hobby project to global distribution, the sacrifices made to keep weight down without compromising durability, and the community-focused values that drive their product development. The conversation covers everything from materials and manufacturing processes to consumer feedback and future innovations. Tune in for a fascinating look at how obsessing over every gram can transform your camping experience - proving that sometimes the biggest breakthroughs come from thinking lighter, not larger!Shortcuts:00:00 - Intro00:46 - Introducing Ferdinand and Ronnie from Inspired Overland10:17 - The Viral Video11:44 - The Products: a Hobby Vs a Job15:47 - Staying Loyal to Lightweightness: The Sacrifices16:53 - From Concept to Distribution20:20 - A Community-Focused Company 25:44 - Ferdinand's Background 27:37 - Shout-Out to Ronnie's Clothing Brand: Highland Trail Club!26:55 - Materials: Talking Durability32:30 - Innovation and Consumer Feedback41:15 - Inspired Overland's Global Representation45:10 - Sponsorships and Reviews48:05 - Other Parts and Products50:12 - The Carbon Fibre Manufacturing Process54:30 - The Downside of Carbon Fibre?55:41 - The Stargazer59:58 - The Future of Inspired Overland1:05:00 - Less Weight, More Fun! How Weight Affects Your Camping Experience1:09:00 - Final Words1:11:35 - See You at the National 4X4 Outdoors Show in Sydney!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
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Ep164 - How to Choose a Headlamp
In this episode, Ben and Lauren have several lightbulb moments…Our gear gurus navigate the headlamp highway, shedding light on choosing the perfect hands-free lighting solution for your outdoor adventures. This 25-minute breakdown is as bright as it is tight, exploring the technical details from lumens versus lux ratings to flood versus spotlight beam patterns.The conversation covers power options, red light function, and practical considerations for both night hiking and campsite dynamics. Tune in for illuminating advice on how to choose the best headlamp for you!Shortcuts:00:00 – Intro01:48 – How to Choose a Headlamp02:53 – Ben and Lauren’s Headlamps04:29 – The Petzl Range05:41 – Lumens08:19 – Lux09:07 – Night Hiking09:57 – Flood and Spotlight Beam11:03 – Value for Money12:28 – How a Headlamp is Powered16:46 – The Red Light Function18:49 – Petzl Vs Black Diamond22:49 – 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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Ep163 - What Makes a Fabric Waterproof?
Water meets its match: fabric technologies demystified! When it rains, it pours - but it doesn't have to bore! In this episode, Ben is presented with another opportunity to geek out, and this time our gear gurus unfold the complex world of waterproof fabrics. From the fundamental differences between waterproof, water-resistant, and water-repellent, to hydrostatic head ratings and coatings - Ben and Lauren decode every last drop. The conversation flows through PE versus PU treatments, siliconised fabrics, laminated materials, and the beading beauty of DWR coatings. Tune in for a masterclass in fabric technology that proves keeping dry is equal parts chemistry, engineering, and outdoor know-how!Shortcuts:00:00 - Intro00:45 - Another Excuse for Ben to Geek Out...02:06 - Waterproof, Water-Resistant, and Water-Repellant03:55 - Maintaining Realistic Expectations06:23 - Waterhead and Hydrostatic Head08:49 - Coatings and Laminations11:37 - Hydrophilic Coatings and Preventing Hydrolysis13:01 - PE Vs PU Coatings13:53 - Siliconised Fabrics15:21 - Laminated Fabrics16:23 - Durable Water Repellant (DWR)18:20 - Canvas Vs Polyester27:14 - Re-Waterproofing31:01 - Another Geek-Out Done! 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
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