SA4x4 - October 2019

In this issue

SPECIAL FEATURE:
Poacher’s Moon Patrol
A chance to join an anti-poaching
patrol at Mapesu Private Game
Reserve in northern Limpopo gives
a crew of 4x4 enthusiasts, from
Opposite Lock and Front Runner,
the chance to see the sharp end of
conservation efforts, OFF-ROAD TEST:
Ford Ranger Raptor
Everyone has seen the Ranger
Raptor carving up sand dunes
and bouncing over humps. Can
the race-bred suspension and
157kW bi-turbo engine deal with
the rigours of a rocky trail? We
put it to the test at Tierkloof...

Home Sweet Home…

“The record for the largest nest constructed by a pair of birds goes to the appropriately named hamerkop”

3 mins

Trail Savvy: Off-road Driving Tips, Skills & Practices Vital Statistics

Wheelbase and the angles that make all the difference

4 mins

PART 1: Safety First

Having bought your dream 4x4, it is time to head out into the deep blue yonder.

2 mins

We Have Lift-off!

Land Rover unveils the new Defender

4 mins

Audi Q3 35 TFSI S Tronic

No quattro? No problem

2 mins

Bokkeveld Back Roads

If strenuous hikes, Quiver Tree forests and unspoiled mountain vistas get you going, then a tour to the Bokkeveld is a must – especially now that local farmers have put together a scenic 125km circular back-road route…

7 mins

Poachers Beware

When SA4x4 was invited to join an anti-poaching initiative hosted by Mapesu Private Game Reserve in Northern Limpopo, it didn’t take much persuading to get the folk from Opposite Lock and Front Runner along for the experience…

7 mins

#Saferthansafe – The Way To Go Off-road

Setting out on their most recent ‘Beyond the Aukoerebis’ expedition, professional adventurer Peter van Kets and world-renowned photographer Jacques Marais knew that fitting their Isuzu support vehicles with Dunlop Grandtrek tyres from Sumitomo Rubber South Africa (SRSA) was a non-negotiable.

2 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.