Nothing can compare to exploring the great outdoors in your own four wheel drive (4WD) vehicle. Every weekend Cheap Kent Bazemore Jersey , thousands of people across the country get into their 4WD's and enjoy the freedom of the path less travelled.
While it is great fun, there is also a serious side to 4WD adventures. There are many pitfalls for the inexperienced off roader and in the vast Australian outback a problem at the wrong moment is not just inconvenient – it could be disastrous!
Below are a few very basic things that you need to do, before you consider setting off on your own adventure. To neglect the correct preparations may put your life at risk.
Recovery Equipment
Recovery equipment should be central to any off road drivers' equipment. There are a number of items that fall under this category and you may need all of them Cheap John Collins Jersey , or just some, depending on where you intend to go.
The first piece of gear to have is a jack, so you can lift up your vehicle. This can be to change a tire Cheap Miles Plumlee Jersey , or to help you move it out of a sticky situation. Most vehicles come pre-equipped with a jack, but you may wish to upgrade. It is crucial that you check that your jack is functional before you leave.
You should also always have a recovery strap or 'snatch' strap. These are highly versatile auto straps which you can use to pull yourself, or someone else Cheap Dennis Schroder Jersey , out of trouble if they become stuck. Small tears can compromise the integrity of these straps, so always check for any visible damage before you depart.
First Aid
This section isn't necessarily vehicle related, but just as important. Because you will be driving in remote areas Cheap Taurean Prince Jersey , you must have the ability to look after yourself and your passengers in the event of an accident. What can be a very minor medical problem can quickly become serious when you are hours away from professional care.
Spare Parts
Unfortunately, even vehicles designed for rough conditions break down on occasion. Because you will be in remote areas, you need to be able to fix basic things for yourself. This means that you should know what parts commonly break on off road vehicles and have those items on hand when for when you need them. It's no good if you are out in the bush and your spare parts are back in your garage!
Full Mechanical Service
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Expert Knowledge
If you are just a beginner, or even if you are a pro going to an unfamiliar area, it can be worth getting some expert knowledge. In your local area there is sure to be an off road equipment shop. The staff at these stores are very knowledgeable and always happy to help. Zhang Jiaqi of Beijing competes during the women's 10m platform semifinal of Diving at the 13th Chinese National Games in north China's Tianjin Municipality Cheap Kirk Hinrich Jersey , Aug. 24, 2017. Zhang Jiaqi advanced to the final with 386.85 points. (XinhuaDing Xu)
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WELLINGTON, March 8 (Xinhua) -- New Zealand and the European Union (EU) look set to launch negotiations on a free trade agreement this year after completing scoping discussions, New Zealand Trade Minister Todd McClay said Wednesday.
McClay and EU Trade Commissioner Cecelia Malmstrom agreed the completion of almost two years of joint scoping discussions after a meeting in Brussels, McClay said in a statement from his office.
The significant milestone meant the FTA process now entered a new phase, where the European Commission and New Zealand would seek respective mandates to commence negotiations.
""Today's meeting was an important demonstration of our commitment to launch negotiations as soon as possible in 2017,"" McClay said.
""New Zealand and the EU both recognize there are substantial benefits to be gained from free trade, and we are now one step closer to a high-quality, comprehensive FTA that can deliver great outcomes for our citizens.""
McClay and Malmstrom also agreed that officials should look at ways to engage the public on trade issues.
The EU undertook a number of trade events during negotiations that might suit New Zealand, he said.
""With this in mind, I have invited Commissioner Malmstrom to visit New Zealand later this year. The Commissioner has accepted this invitation,"" McClay said.
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MOSCOW, March 14 (Xinhua) -- Russia started to recruit six to eight people scheduled to participate in flights to the moon, Russian State Space Corporation Roscosmos said Tuesday.
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