GORV - Digital Magazine Issue #4 | Page 2

| HITCHING UP WITH MAX TAYLOR BACKYARD BLITZ Now that we’ve settled into the depths of a bitter winter, many of you would already be in the tropics. For those who remain south-bound, whether by work or family commitments, or because money doesn’t grow on trees, there’s no reason to stay cooped up. I’ve resolved to explore more of my own backyard. I realise I’m biased, but I honestly believe that Victoria has some of the best scenery, campsites and destinations in Australia. In any case, you might think that by hitching up your van and heading an hour or two down the road isn’t getting into the RV spirit. But I disagree. Think of it this way: to a person in New South Wales, South Australia’s Fleurieu Peninsula would seem like an enticing destination. But to a Fleurieu Peninsula local, their home region might seem like more of the same. It’s only a question of perspective. Alter it just a little and a world of adventure will open. The point is, any suggestion that RVing has to be an expensive and time-consuming MANAGING EDITOR IN THIS ISSUE Max Taylor RV MAIL SALES DIRECTOR Your say Grant Manson - 0417 052 819 NATIONAL SALES MANAGER Ashley Manson - 0438 051 354 VIDEOGRAPHER/EDITOR James Manson PRODUCTION COORDINATOR Adriana Manson GRAPHIC DESIGNERS Robbie Mangoni + Ruby MacKinnon endeavour is fundamentally flawed. I would be the first to agree that a 12-month Big Lap is the ultimate RV dream. Trust me, it’s on my list. But in between family holidays with our Goldstream sitting faithfully behind the old Cruiser, I’ll get up the road for a night or two and explore a place I’d only ever thought of as a dot on the map of my own backyard. Safe travels. TRAKMASTER FLINDERS GOLDEN EAGLE ESCAPE ROADSTAR LITTLE RIPPA THE GREAT CENTRAL ROAD And how to avoid them PRODUCED BY RAMBLING ON gorv.com.au 18 A classic Australian outback adventure 22 26 Listen to our podcast THE FRONT BOOT News and gear about the RV lifestyle EDITORIAL ENQUIRIES   2 14 Getting the fibreglass treatment Hayley Ryan info@gorv.com.au 10 A family van with a big heart TOP FIVE TOWING MISTAKES Cameron Damon Media www.camerondamon.com.au 6 Offroad manufacturer spreads its wings WEB DESIGNER GoRV Pty Ltd www.gorv.com.au 4 JOIN US ON FACEBOOK! 28