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Old 26-02-2011, 07:49 PM
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Off The Radar, But Now In W.A.

Hi Guys, just a short note to let you know that Alice crossed the Nullabor over the last two days, and are now relaxing in Esperance WA. we didn't have phone or any other forms of communication until we got to about 50 K's out of Norseman, which was good really, it is amazing how one depends on technology at times.

We just arrived here, and have set up the rig for a couple of days off from traveling.

Although a mighty haul, we enjoyed ever minute of the journey, man this country is big.

We bush camped,every night, stopping at about 3, and then settling in, with many other people doing the same, saves heaps of dollars.

All went well, no problems with either the truck or the van, fuel consumption was as expected.

Fuel at some places rose to 195.00 per/litre, but we carried 300 liters of our own from hone at a much cheaper rate. so that was good.

Anyway i will elaborate, and post some pics later, after i have sorted them out, just wanted to let you know i am still alive and kicking.

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Old 26-02-2011, 07:53 PM
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Good to hear from you again did you get any good views of the night sky outback and any photo's of the outback night sky
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Old 26-02-2011, 07:56 PM
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wow león sounds like your having a great time.....wish i was there i think there forecasting some hot weather over the next week..enjoy the west coast
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Old 26-02-2011, 09:25 PM
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Thanks guys, Warren the night sky out there is just brilliant, black as ink and the stars were like diamonds, it was just jaw dropping stuff.

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Old 27-02-2011, 01:22 AM
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Hi Leon, I did the same trip last year,great fun
you probably stayed at some of the campsites I stayed at
Have a Safe journey
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Old 27-02-2011, 02:45 AM
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Welcome back on-line! I am jealous, sounds like a great adventure.

Be safe and enjoy!
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Old 27-02-2011, 07:51 AM
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Great to hear about your travels Leon - looking forward to the images of the Nullabor!
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Old 27-02-2011, 12:24 PM
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Black as ink skies....stars like diamonds....you need a little "grab n go" scope
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Old 27-02-2011, 01:30 PM
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Nice to hear everything is going well Leon. Enjoy them beautiful black night sky's because it's crud over here.
Sound like a nice adventurous tip. Take care.

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