RV FEATURE
RECOVERY GEAR
In the event that you do get bogged or stuck , having recovery gear will usually help get you going again . We ’ ve come across several people during our travels who had gotten bogged and were unable to get themselves out simply because they didn ’ t have the right gear with them . A longhandled shovel will go a long way in helping to remove mud or sand from around the tyres which may be enough to get you out . Other essential recovery gear includes a snatch strap , rated D-shackles , and a dampener . Also , make sure that you have rated recovery points on your vehicle ; tie-down points and the towball are not rated and can cause serious injury or death in the event of them being used in a snatch recovery .
FIRST AID KIT
It should be pretty obvious why this is on the list . Be sure to have a look through the kit when you first get it to be aware of where things are and to check if there ’ s anything that needs to be added to the kit , such as medication or snake bandages . Also , don ’ t forget to replace any parts you use so it ’ s there if you need it again .
Most importantly , do a first aid course beforehand so you are confident in case of an emergency .
A tyre repair kit is a small , cheap and easy way to fix punctures .
A well-stocked first aid kit is crucial on any remote trip ; make sure you familiarise yourself with where everything is found .
A good recovery kit includes snatch straps , D-shackles , a dampener , and a shovel .
EMERGENCY COMMUNICATION
When it all goes pear-shaped , it ’ s crucial to be able to let someone know you need help , and you can ’ t rely on always having phone reception when you ’ re out bush . One option is a personal locator beacon , an ‘ all-or-nothing ’ approach which sends your exact location to emergency services and gets them on the way .
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