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Sandy Expeditions
Registrace 29. 01. 2024
Join us on our expeditions across Australia where no two trips are the same.
🐶 Koda, Captain and Pip
🏕️ 79 Series LandCruiser | Lotus Off Grid Caravan
🐶 Koda, Captain and Pip
🏕️ 79 Series LandCruiser | Lotus Off Grid Caravan
Get Lost in PARADISE. Beach Side Camping with our Lotus Van and Dogs | Mystery Bay & Surrounds, NSW
Welcome back to Sandy Expeditions!
Join us as we capture sunrise to sunset and everything in between!
Located on the Eurobodalla Coast and in the heart of dairy country you'll find Mystery Bay. Previously known as Mutton Fish Bay because of its plentiful abalone (mutton fish) but later renamed Mystery Bay after the disappearance of geological surveyor, Lamont Young and his four companions. The bodies were never found and the mystery remains unsolved.
Looking for PICTURESQUE affordable beach-front camping destinations in NSW or family and pet friendly spots with fire pits, fishing opportunities, water and toilet facilities, check this out!
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Join us as we capture sunrise to sunset and everything in between!
Located on the Eurobodalla Coast and in the heart of dairy country you'll find Mystery Bay. Previously known as Mutton Fish Bay because of its plentiful abalone (mutton fish) but later renamed Mystery Bay after the disappearance of geological surveyor, Lamont Young and his four companions. The bodies were never found and the mystery remains unsolved.
Looking for PICTURESQUE affordable beach-front camping destinations in NSW or family and pet friendly spots with fire pits, fishing opportunities, water and toilet facilities, check this out!
If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE!
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BOGGED on a Spontaneous Getaway near Sydney | Crowdy Bay National Park & Surrounds, NSW
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Welcome back to Sandy Expeditions! Ever felt like a spontaneous weekend getaway not far from Sydney? On this episode we make our way up the Central Coast. From an overnight stopover at Mooney Mooney to third time lucky securing a camp 1 hour outside of Forster, Kylies Beach Campground! Join us as we explore the hidden gems of Crowdy Bay National Park, get bogged and capture kangaroos on the bea...
Sydney's BEST Low-cost Weekend Camping with Dogs | Wollondilly River Station, NSW
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Welcome back to Sandy Expeditions! In this episode, we head on down past the Southern Highlands for some birthday celebrations with a few good mates and our four-legged kids. Situated on Wombeyan Caves Road about 1 hour from Mittagong, you'll find the unassuming Wollondilly River Station. Drought, fires, floods and landslides - this place has seen it all, yet its natural beauty remains untouche...
Buying a Caravan? Things we wish we knew before buying our LOTUS van
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Welcome back to Sandy Expeditions! We've owned our 2023 Lotus Off Grid 20.9, Trooper Spec Caravan for almost six months now. With the caravanning and camping shows around the corner, we thought we'd take this opportunity to share our thoughts and experience on what we may have done differently if we could do it again. We hope this video helps you on your caravan purchasing journey. If you enjoy...
4x4 BUCKET LIST Track in the Victorian High Country | Blue Rag Range Track, VIC
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Welcome back to Sandy Expeditions! Join us for our second episode in the Victorian High Country as we climb up to the summit on Blue Rag Range. We tag along with @wewentthatawayadventures and the crew for a jam-packed long weekend. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE! www.youtube.com/@sandyexpeditions?sub_confirmation=1 Nick & Vic
4WDriving in the Victorian High Country | Billy Goat Bluff Track, VIC
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Welcome back to Sandy Expeditions! Join us while we tackle some of Australia's most iconic tracks in the Victorian High Country. We tag along with @wewentthatawayadventures and the crew for a jam-packed long weekend. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE! www.youtube.com/@sandyexpeditions?sub_confirmation=1 Happy 4WDriving, Nick & Vic
Taking our Brand NEW Lotus Caravan Offroad | Turon River, NSW
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Welcome back to Sandy Expeditions! Join us as we take our New Lotus Caravan offroad for the first time in Turon National Park and get up close and personal with the locals! 🦘🦎🦋 The ULTIMATE low-cost weekend getaway a few hours from Sydney and with the added bonus of BQQs and toilet facilities! If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE! czcams.com/channels/ESCNKYk2D7u38e5Aq...
Lotus Off Grid Caravan - Van Walk Through
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Welcome to Sandy Expeditions! Join us as we take you through our 2023 Lotus Off Grid 20.9, Trooper Spec Caravan. Specs: - Full Off-Road 20.9FT Caravan - Running ATX Cruise Master Airbag independent self-levelling suspension. - Powered by REDARC Off-Grid Battery System, 800W Solar, 300AH Lithium and a 2000W Inverter. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE! www.youtube.co...
how much did it cost?
3 days water from 95+95+50 litre? I listened to that part a few times to make sure I was hearing that right. That's a bit higher than the 10-15 litres a day that I use including a shower.
Gal chassis for our new 19’6 van added 80Kg.
Oh wow, I didn’t realise it was that much of an increase. Good to know, thanks for the feedback 🙏
Same old story, unfortunately you can’t road test a caravan so you must do your research and talk to as many current owners as possible.
The only way is to get out there and do your own testing and research, as you can never be too sure.
Our favourite getaway close to home. Love this area of the south coast
Definitely a beautiful spot that’s for sure
Great video guys, love it when you bring the doggo’s. Our little jack Russell comes everywhere with us 🤙🏻
Glad you enjoyed it mate, part of the enjoyment is seeing the dogs having a good time.
@@sandyexpeditions Yes I agree 🐶🐾🐾👍👍
Love your work guys and the doggos 🐾 we’ll done, you showed us another great spot !
Thankyou 🙌🙌
Another great video, very enjoyable, well done guys 👍
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Well done guys great video. Beach driving in dark looked awesome 🤙🏻
Spider fobia😢
All part of the fun! 😅
Hey mate, when towing through there, are you using 4h or 4l
Hey buddy, was in 4L, had the rear locker on in a couple of spots and engaged the fronts also on the last climb out 👌🏼
Good god, turn down the volume of the music!
Be Jesus, you got your hearing aid set too high.......
Thanks for the feedback. Audio is something we're working on... stay tuned!!
Hi Guys, thanks for the advice, we don't own a Lotus but used You Tube for advice, and it was valuable in buying our van. Our Van is 16Ft and a few things I didn't want to compromise on, was the door at the rear as I didn't want my door opening at my bed. The compromise was I lost my cafe lounge to the L shape which doesn't really bother me. I also didn't want a Shower / Toilet combined.
Thanks for tuning in! Setting up a van is definitely a personalised experience! We recently visited the Sydney Supershow and must admit, loving the new designs coming out with the double doors (front and rear). Separates the spaces really well, especially if you have kids or are planning to in the future. Happy caravanning!
Another 79 series…. Like lost sheep
Was either a 79 or chopped 200 series to tow our size van and suit our needs. Wasn’t a fan of a Ram as they aren’t as practical on the tracks. But it’s not for everyone 😉
Rams are actually brilliant. Have more power for towing, far more comfortable than a 79, better turning circle, heaps better sounding V8, silky smooth auto. And they would be better on fuel than a 79. 79’s are a farmer vehicle, old in every way really, and the small v8 is underpowered. Better in the 200, but still short of a petrol v8
Looks like a awesome spot guys, so good you brought the doggos too 🐶🤙🏻
Thanks mate, have you been before ?
@@sandyexpeditions no never been, but I’d like too 👍
Its Billy goat bluff track. Not goats. And going down is easy. Want a challenge. Try Crooked river going up Billy.
Thanks for the tips! A few places in the Vic High Country yet to be ticked off our bucket lists. More of Crooked River is definitely up there!
Hoping some van company decides to do a downforce fan just above the door to create an air curtain to keep the bugs out.
This is at the top of our wish-list too! 🧞♂️🤞
Yes good one guys your right the air bags are a must
100%. Once you have them, they’re a non-negotiable!
I wonder if having the shower adjacent to the kitchen whether you’d lose less water keeping both hot water taps close?
Interesting thought! Our guess is you’d probably lose a little bit more the further the water has to travel through the pipes.
Iv had 2 Lotuses. Got a new one coming in September. I should start a blog on what the dos n don’t s are 😂 We live in ours and have 2 kids. Been on the road full time for 4 years now. Have learnt a lot 👍
Thanks for watching. I’m sure you’d have a wealth of knowledge and we’d love to hear about your experience! 😊Hoping we’ll be able to hit the road full-time within the next 12 months, if not sooner🤞
I see a lot of caravans put the toilet cassette access hatch on the same side as the awning near where people cook and eat when outside. This is a complete deal breaker for me
That’s a great point! Lotus have a few different floor plans but for us, we haven’t experienced any issues. Our slide-out outdoor kitchen is on the same side but a fair distance away and the cassette hatch is lockable and well sealed so we haven’t noticed any stench.
I can see as a couple not as much as an issue but with kids think it would be an issue at some point. I am looking to buy and I like having an annex more than an awning and it would be like emptying into a room
Another great point, can see how that’s not ideal. We’ve actually thought about getting an annex but we’re yet to consider the impact of emptying the cassette. Currently we are emptying every few days to keep it fresh and as we do more touring and weekend trips rarely stay in the same spot for more than 2 nights so it hadn’t crossed our minds.
Great clip with some good advice. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and experiences
Thanks for watching, hope this video has helped in some way 😊
Great video guys! Hopefully this helps someone in making a decision. Thanks for sharing 🤙🏻
Thanks for tuning in! We hope so too 😊
~2500kg trailer, extra water and batteries and you guys worry about 12 kg for a galvanised chassis 😂
Thanks for your feedback. Tare weight is just under 3 tonne from factory unloaded. Setting up a van is a personalised experience and different set-ups suit different trips. It requires compromise, especially with 3 dogs weighing over 100kg combined 😅 If we did add an additional water tank, we’d compromise in a different area to reduce the weight. Cheers
Rewatching it. Defintively awesome. Splendid and brilliant!
Thank you, we really appreciate your support and feedback!
Fantastic video guys, thanks for sharing such a spectacular views.
Thank you! 😊
Great country. Be up there again in a few weeks. Love Dargo
Great track, can’t wait to head down that way again… Craig’s Hut is still on the list!
@@sandyexpeditions yep, beautiful country. Pop Merijig, Jamison, Kevington and Woods Point on the list when you are over that way.
Fantastic shots. Thanks for sharing
Glad you enjoyed it
Thanks folks. The swag toss off the roof made me laugh lol. Seeing the hotel rules was a nice touch (they need those rules at every campsite hehe). Yep, definitely looks bloody steep! The cruiser loved it. How does it ride on those bumpy rocky tracks seeing it is set up for heavy towing? Cheers
Cheers mate - it’s definitely some steep country. The Cruiser performed exceptionally well, being twin locked definitely helps. When we aren’t towing we let the bags right down. We opted for a lighter spring set-up so we’re still able to enjoy the tracks without the van and also have the option to pump the bags up when towing, makes a difference!
Cracker video guys! Would’ve been an unreal experience 🤙🏻
Thanks Archie - indeed an unreal experience. Might have to plan a trip once you get your Cruiser!
@@sandyexpeditions most definitely mate 👍👍
Just came across this channel whilst scrolling on CZcams. Good authentic content. Love your work guys
Thank you, appreciate your support! 😊 Stay tuned for more to come!
Sensational guys!
Thank you 😊
Once l Ger my Old Ford Territory Ghia fixed I Would like to Do This trip With Someone ?
You won’t be disappointed - one for the bucket list!
That was a great video guys, glad I stumbled across your channel 😊
Thank you, appreciate your support :) Don't forget to hit that Subscribe and Alert button so you can keep up to date with our latest expeditions!
Amazing views and great footage.
Glad you enjoyed it!
What track was that car rolled on .
It was the powerlines track in Glasshouse Mountains QLD 🤦 Edit: Based on the title of the video, I'm going to guess the roll over occurred early on on the Billy Goat's Bluff Track?
@@intimatespearfisher Junction Spur Track, a few km south of Billy Goats.
It also features in this video by some one else coming down hill on a motorbike. czcams.com/video/m4yu8JKhAQI/video.html
Great vid guys, great to have you along. Looking forward to the next time you join us.
Thanks for the support mate, can't wait!
Fantastic video kids, beautiful views 😘
Thank you 🤗
Great video guy’s, those views up there were spectacular 🤙🏻
They are! If you haven’t been, you’re missing out!
Ripper ep guys 👍 keep up the great work.
Thanks for the support mate!
Thanks for sharing. We'll definitely check the area out
Doesn’t disappoint 😊
Great work guys, good job on getting the van down there.
Thanks mate, was definitely a fun getaway.
79th subscriber. Great clip guys, would be keen on a walkthrough of your 79. My wife and I get ours in 4 months and would like some ideas 🤙🏻
Thanks for the support mate. We’re in the process of doing a Cruiser run down… just waiting on a few extras to add 🫢
@@sandyexpeditions no problem, look forward to it 😀
Pretty much commenting shit to help you on the algorithm at this stage
How's the comfort with those shocks? A few mate's with 79's have gone to bp51 adjustable and superior 2.5 adjustable and mad a huge difference
Love that you haven't put a massive canopy on the 79 as well as towing heavy.
I love it also, however we do have a tray and canopy going on in the near future 😁
Cool little channel. Love the set up. Gives me some ideas for a future set up for the kids and I. You guys would love Sundown National park. Rough but manageable road in. Constant wildlife ( every type of roo and wallaby in droves), Deer, birds and even some pigs lol. Plenty of swimming spots too. Pretty chilly during winter though! There is even a bit of tough wheeling if you drop the van and hook a right up the hill from the furthest camp ground. Edit: love how organised you guys are. Even label printer what was in each pasta container. I need to pay you guys to organise my life lol
Thanks mate appreciate the support. I’m glad our video was able to inspire you for a future set-up! We’ll need to check out Sundown National Park! Sounds like a gem of a spot - thanks for the recommendation. Vic loves her organisation… Stay tuned for more tips! 😏
I’ve been down that road many times, one of my favourite campgrounds, but you are very brave taking your new van down that road to the diggings
It’s an awesome spot, been there a few times myself so I was confident. In saying that, we didn’t buy an off-road van not to put it through its paces 😏 and it did exceptionally well.