SA4x4 - January 2020

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SA4x4 is a dedicated four-wheel-drive magazine focused on the needs of Overlanding enthusiasts interested in ethical, light-footprint travel to remote locations all over southern Africa (and international destinations of interest). Field testing of vehicles, vehicle accessories and camping equipment is a key component of monthly content.

Drive SA’s longest 4x4 route, the Namakwa Eco Trail; 16 All-Terrain tyre footprints compared; Learn to use Recovery Tracks; Build your own off-grid solar system; What is better – coil or leaf springs?

The pint-sized predator

Although this is a cheeky misquote from Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream, it is so apt when applied to the subject of this month’s article – the Dwarf mongoose (Helogale parvula).

3 mins

LEAF vs COIL SPRINGS

TRAIL SAvvy: Off-road driving tips, skills & practices

5 mins

Part 4: Recovery tracks

Recovery tracks have a long history.

2 mins

BORDER PATROL

At around 600km, the Namakwa Eco Trail is SA’s longest and most remote 4x4 trail. We went in search of solitude along the Orange River

8 mins

SNAKE BITE!

A new take on first treatment

3 mins

CONGO CROSSING

In the second part of his Congo saga, Dan Grec finds unexpected help and more than a hefty share of adrenaline as he moves through this uncertain territory

10+ mins

JUMPING JIMNY!

What better way to introduce a novice driver to 4x4 driving than a fun day with the Samurai Driving Academy at Bass Lake? 18-year-old Anton Willemse (Jnr) shares his experience of getting behind the wheel of the king of small 4x4s, the Suzuki Jimny, to earn his off-roading badge of honour

3 mins

Super Solar

In order to get properly off the grid for a few days, reader Rob Thompson needed to build a suitable solar power system that would meet the power draw needs of his family. This is his experience…

5 mins

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SA4x4 Magazine Description:

Have you ever thought about just jumping into your car and driving off into the deep blue yonder? If you have, chances are you'll enjoy reading SA4x4 magazine. This monthly title is focused on overlanding, the practice of self-contained vehicular wilderness travel - that's where the 4x4 comes in! So every issue is packed with travel features, equipment guides, 4x4 reviews and technical features; in short, everything you need to be become an accomplished overlander, no matter what your current level of experience.