Learn a bunch of new skills with a 4x4-training outing at Bass Lake
While sitting round the fire one Saturday evening with two mates that I know from varsity days, it came to light that although both are outdoorsy type of guys, neither one has ever done any 4x4 driving. So, when Suzuki offered us a chance to test their training facilities at Bass Lake near Henley-on-Klip, I thought it would be a great idea to get my mates on board.
We arrived just after 8am on a cloudy autumn day at Bass Lake, which is on the R59 between Johannesburg and Vereeniging. It had been raining the night before and I was eager to jump onto the wet track. We were met by owner Alan Pepper, who would also be our 4x4 instructor for the day. Training started with a brief discussion about the ins and outs of a 4x4 vehicle, from tyre pressures to selecting the correct gear, and even some fuel-economy tips for driving in the bush.
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