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Originally Posted by Leo.G
Sort of like camping out as has always been, lol?
I must look in the local store because I want to take my star tracker (Astro Trac) up to a local lookout and would like a small area to work instead of in the dirt, thanks Joe!
I did a LOT of touring (and camping out), Philip Island 89 and 90 (a week both times), Tasmania 89 for 10 days immediately following on from Philip island with tent, sleeping bags, clothes, necessities and missus on the back of the motorcycle (90 I fitted a trailer to the big bike I had and even had a cast iron gas stove, twin burner and cylinder) and, in canoes, any log was a great place to park it to eat. Some fancy folk had small folding chairs but nowhere near as compact as some things Aldi have occasionally that disassemble. I don't do either now but there is some great gear around at decent prices if you are quick.
Adli had the 300 Watt power stations quite cheap at the same time and LiFePo4 batteries at $449, I really wanted one but a bit pricey for me.
I also have their instant up tent, not so instant down, I always have to check online how to pack it up, otherwise good tent.
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Leo,
I have the Coleman instant up 4 person darkroom tent. Instant down as well. Excellent tent. Full blackout so great for astronomers who want to sleep during the day. Usually around $500, I picked it up on special for $250.
My 4wd is kitted out with 160W solar panel, 120AH LiPO4 accessory battery, solar charge controller, distribution panel, 240V 300W inverter and a 40L fridge. Fantastic setup. I can charge and operate, camera batteries, phone and laptop, satcom unit all without running the engine.
Joe