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Is your tent looking more holey than heavenly? Today we're talking tent repair!"
Ben and Lauren are back with a practical episode all about fixing up your camping shelter. They'll cover common tent issues like tears, broken zippers, and leaky seams, sharing their top tips for easy DIY repairs. Whether you're dealing with a small rip or a major malfunction, our hosts have got you covered with budget-friendly solutions to keep your tent in top shape for many adventures to come. So grab your repair kit and join us for some canvas first aid!Join the conversation over on our Facebook group:
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Gather 'round the virtual campfire as we spill the beans on the new kid on the camping block!
Ben & Lauren are stoked to introduce you to Tilda Outdoors, the fresh face in the camping game that's got us buzzing like mozzies around a lantern. This newcomer is shaking things up with gear that screams 'glamping meets girlpower'. Their standout piece? The Rosie Swag - a freestanding dome swag that's tougher than your grandma's fruit cake but prettier than a sunset over Uluru. With its midge-proof mesh and plush 50mm foam mattress, it's bringing a touch of luxury to the outback without sacrificing durability. So, strap in, camping enthusiasts - we're about to dive deeper into what makes Tilda Outdoors the talk of the campground!Join the conversation over on our Facebook group:
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In this episode, Ben and Lauren unzip the world of swags, comparing everything from classic bed rolls, to compact canvas castles.
We'll canvas the key features - from sky windows to comfy foam mattresses - and share tips on choosing the perfect-sized swag for your next adventure. Whether you're a solo explorer, looking for a double swag to share, or part of a camping clan, we've got the lowdown on what makes a great swag stand out from the crowd.
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Grab your plush pillows and fancy camp chairs, because today we're diving into the world of glamorous camping!
Ben and Lauren are back with a ripper episode all about glamping gear that'll take your outdoor experience from rough to ritzy. From the OZtrail Fast Frame BlockOut Lumos 10P tent with its built-in LED lighting system, to the Quest Air Sofa 3 for lounging in style, we're covering all the essentials to turn your campsite into a five-star retreat. So whether you're a seasoned glamper or just looking to add a touch of luxury to your next adventure, tune in as we explore the gear that'll have you camping in comfort without sacrificing the great outdoors experience.
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https://www.snowys.com.au/blog/podcast-fast-pitch-tents/
In this episode, Ben and Lauren unpack how a fast-pitch style tent can upgrade your campsite.From canvas versus synthetic, to folding frames, flies, and pitch times - tune in for some top-quality, compact, and Turbo-charged talk on the features, benefits, and setup variations of Instant Up, Fast Frame, Turbo, RV, and inflatable tent designs.
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I spy with my little eye, something beginning with… Ben, Lauren, and two working microphones. The answer is Episode 128 of the Snowys Camping Show – where our outdoor experts work hard, so you can play hard! This week, Ben and Lauren bring to the podcast table hours of car and campsite games, guaranteeing ongoing entertainment on every family getaway.
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If there was ever a topic to associate with a Monday morning, it's mould.
This week, Ben and Lauren embrace the Monday blues by touching on something just as damp and dull, but nowhere near as nice on a cracker with quince and a glass of red: mouldy camping gear.
Nevertheless, this episode builds on how to prevent, remove, and recover your tents, shelters, and swags from the ultimate vampire of longevity that feeds on humidity but fries in UV: mould!Join the conversation over on our Facebook group:
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In this episode, Lauren lifts a rooftop tent with one hand and spins it on her forefinger like a basketball.
...OK, that's not entirely true. But now that we have your attention - this week on the Snowys Camping Show, Ben and Lauren crack into the ~cool~ new gear fresh to the Snowys floor this winter!
From ultralightweight roof top tents and steadfast tent pegs to new and improved sleeping bags and hiking gear redefined, tune in for the gear that's good to go ahead of your next outdoor getaway.Join the conversation over on our Facebook group:
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https://www.snowys.com.au/blog/podcast-talking-oztrail-with-michael-ben/
From hitting the track to hitting the sack, OZtrail have successfully designed and delivered rugged outdoor gear to the tourers, travellers, and thrill seekers for over 30 years. In this episode, Ben and Lauren pull up a chair for Michael and Ben from the OZtrail team to talk the origins, evolution, and future of the brand.Join the conversation over on our Facebook group:
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Be it traversing the tracks, tracking the weather, or watching for wildlife - there’s an abundance of apps to make outdoor adventuring and travelling safer, easier, more interactive, and enjoyable. Some you’ll grow to rely on, others you’ll just love to have.Enough of the doom-scrolling. Gather your baggage and buckle your seatbelt as Ben and Lauren tap into the Snowys-approved camping and outdoor apps that will boast the most benefits on your next adventure.
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If you thought two episodes of nonsense inventions and head-scratcher gadgets were quite enough, Ben and Lauren respectfully challenge that with another twenty! Some are practical, some are peculiar, most are weird, and all are wonderful!In their third episode of the sort, things get weirder without much warning.
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Yeah, Ben and Lauren scrub up alright.In this episode, they keep it classy in their squeaky clean discussion of everything camping showers.
From pared-back shower bags and basic bucket setups, to compact 12-volt appliances and gas hot water systems - your favourite outdoor experts run the tap on the range of shower options for a refreshingly rustic cleanse out bush!
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'Don't call me unless it's an emergency' should be taken just as seriously as 'don't talk to me until I've had my morning coffee.'
In this episode, Ben and Lauren discuss the kind of communication that requires a gadget caught between the all-out, 'get me out', sending-out-an-SOS Personal Locator Beacon, and the in-range, just-down-the-road, yarn-with-Mum mobile phone.
From connecting to satellites and choosing the right device, to navigating, recharging, and maintenance - we're sending our own important message to every outdoor adventurer ahead of their next off-grid escape.Join the conversation over on our Facebook group:
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https://www.snowys.com.au/blog/podcast-beach-island-camping-with-brendale/
Take whatever you've been told about beach camping with a grain of... sand.In this episode, Ben and Lauren invite Dave and Bec from our Snowys store in Brendale, Queensland, to unpack the beach camping considerations for those sunlit trips off the bitumen. From the mesh groundsheets, best sand pegs, and suggested tent designs, to mitigating the mozzies, midges, and high tides - it gets a little ~snowy~ on this beach!
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This week, Ben and Lauren are back behind the mic with their raw, rustic, and never-curated-ever-organic approach to answering even more of your campsite questions.
Be it tent protection from the top down, or preventing mid-adventure vermin invasions - boil the billy and settle in for another Q&A episode with your favourite outdoor experts! There's usually something to learn, and always something to laugh about.Join the conversation over on our Facebook group:
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