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Re: Richtersveld and Namakwa
Posted: 25 Nov 2020 10:18
by Oetie
Re: Richtersveld and Namakwa
Posted: 25 Nov 2020 11:21
by JohnBoyZA
Thank you Ian, thoroughly enjoyed touring 'with' you guys
Great pics too....
Re: Richtersveld and Namakwa
Posted: 25 Nov 2020 16:34
by Peter Connan
Thanks for a wonderful trip report to an area I really need to explore for myself!
Really excellent photos too.
Is it not rather difficult/dangerous to erect that dome tent on top of the vehicle? Seems like it could be a bit of a chore.
Re: Richtersveld and Namakwa
Posted: 25 Nov 2020 16:57
by iandvl
Peter - that is my father's design. It consists of a frame tgat opens out to make a platform that is supported by the spare wheel swing arms. Is is very stable.
The dome tent was custom made (it is narrower than a conventional dome) and the feet of the poles fit tightly into receivers in the frame, after which it is strapped down.
Whilst it is not my cup of tea (I prefer my Front Runner RTT), it is surprisingly easy to set up, and rock solid.
I think my father spent as much on this project as a good second hand RTT would have cost, but he is a pensioner. And I am glad that he stays busy. :)
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Re: Richtersveld and Namakwa
Posted: 27 Nov 2020 06:06
by Mal Hannes
My reply seem to have disappeared.
Great report Ian.
I loved being reminded of all those special places. I have not been there since 2010.
Great trip to reset life. What a privilege to have your parents on a trip like that!
Very very good.
Re: Richtersveld and Namakwa
Posted: 29 Nov 2020 06:18
by Tinus lotz
Iam next level jealous....really you guys went big
Re: Richtersveld and Namakwa
Posted: 29 Nov 2020 10:50
by hugejp
Great trip & one of the best trip reports ever.
Its an area that I dont know that well, I may need to come chat to you if I plan a trip out that way!
Re: Richtersveld and Namakwa
Posted: 29 Nov 2020 11:50
by Digger
Thank you for a great trip report, I myself still want to do the West Coast all the way into Cape Town.
Thank you
G
Re: Richtersveld and Namakwa
Posted: 30 Nov 2020 12:03
by offroadbiker
Thanks Ian, think I must plan something like this in the near future.
I need to get out a bit more
Re: Richtersveld and Namakwa
Posted: 01 Dec 2020 10:21
by Chameleon
Enjoyed many beers in Northern cape and have done thousands of kilometers there, but it's always good to see that very special place through someone else's eyes. Thanks for a very entertaining article