Meetup in the middle 10 yrs on trip June 2024

[Stropp]

So after cape Jaffa and discussion with interested people I’m going to put forward my proposal, us gropers will head to laverton around 24th may and head to coober pedy via the Anne Beadell track and meet you Victorians on Monday 3rd June giving you guys two days to get there from Melbourne. From there off to oodnadatta and Dalhousie, setup camp and next day a trip into mount dare and back, around the 6th head across the French line taking 4 days, conquer big red then into birdsville for a rest day then haddons corner , Cameron’s corner and from there us gropers will head back and down the strezleckie track and home! Please respond if you are definitely interested, this will be an epic trip and if anyone is after a bigger challenge then you are welcome to come west and do the Anne Beadell with us.

[DX grunt]

Stropp

Just checked my work diary and can't do. Gotta start work on Tue 6th. As a contractor, I'm unable to change dates. So sorry.

Damn I was so looking forward to it, too.

Rossco

[AB]

Super keen Stropp with my fam for sure!


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[Winnie]

Hey Stropp, me and the family will be there!

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[Stropp]

AB can we pin this to the top or doa countdown banner ?

[BrazilianY60]

Stropp

Just checked my work diary and can't do. Gotta start work on Tue 6th. As a contractor, I'm unable to change dates. So sorry.

Damn I was so looking forward to it, too.

Rossco

Maybe you are thinking 2023... just trying to help.

[DX grunt]

Maybe you are thinking 2023... just trying to help.

brazillianY60

You're correct. LOL. Checked out 2024 and still can't do. Not going to drive for 2-3 days, spend 2 nights camping and then drive 2-3 days home - as much as I'd like to.

Spewing. If I'm still around for the 20th meet up, I'll be there. I'll be retired by then. lol.

[MudRunnerTD]

Hey bud we need to revisit these dates when I have not been drinking. The proposed dates don't work with School Holidays in any state, this will be an issue for many and most. We need to do it either the last week of school to lead into School holidays or leading out of holidays. The dates proposed will require kids to take 3 weeks off school ans get home to then take 2 weeks holidays.

[BigRAWesty]

With Daz there with dates but Westbrooks are in

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[Stropp]

Hey bud we need to revisit these dates when I have not been drinking. The proposed dates don't work with School Holidays in any state, this will be an issue for many and most. We need to do it either the last week of school to lead into School holidays or leading out of holidays. The dates proposed will require kids to take 3 weeks off school ans get home to then take 2 weeks holidays.

Darren, open to dates but bear in mind the big red bash is in the first weekend of July, that’s why those dates to avoid the traffic jam but happy to move back.

[BigRAWesty]

These are our SA school term dateshttp://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2023/01/2.jpg

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[BigRAWesty]

Ok can we suggest some dates.
April 24
Specifically 6th of April to the 28th of April.
Yes it's not ideal with temps but.
Fresh dunes as its only recently opened from the summer close, less traffic and covers school holidays for heaps to attend.

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[Stropp]

Big red bash 4/6 July, maybe go after maybe 14 to 21st July that should give us time to be clear of the hordes? Also weather will be better hopefully. Meet at Coober Pedy 14th and head from there, looks like there will only be 3 of us from WA now

[BigRAWesty]

That time line does work better Strop.
Vic I belive start their holidays on the 6th of july, 1 week before SA.
And SA finish on the 21st.
We really need to keep the school day losses to a minimum with some of the kids getting into more senior years.


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[Winnies-missus]

Victorian schools go back on the 15th of July leaving on the 14th will result in the kids missing 3 weeks of school.

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[Stropp]

Victorian schools go back on the 15th of July leaving on the 14th will result in the kids missing 3 weeks of school.

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Maybe then meet you lot on Sunday the 7th July Sunday at Coober Pedy and we can deal with the traffic heading west as they arrive?

[mudski]

Looks like we are out for this damn it.


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[Stropp]

Looks like we are out for this damn it.


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Bugga mate 😞

[mudski]

Bugga mate 😞

Yep. I'm very disappointed to say the least.

[BigRAWesty]

Victorian schools go back on the 15th of July leaving on the 14th will result in the kids missing 3 weeks of school.

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yea sorry i stuffed that up, vic start on the 29th of june dont you?
I messed up the weeks...

I think meeting at Coober Pedy on the 7th gives you week 1 of school holidays to get there (ularu if that was your plan?), cross in the second week of the holidays meeting at CP on the 7th, trek home in the first week of school.

I think that's closer to what we discussed wasn't it?

[mudski]

Looks like we are out for this damn it.


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I forgot to add. If this happens on school holidays I might be able to make it happen. Watching closely…


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[rusty_nail]

hi guys.

very very interested in this trip. however if it is on the road all day every day then unfortunately with the younguns its just not for us. whats the run down like for this trip> is it just driving everyday covering kms? or is there spots where we stay and enjoy for a while? tegans just validly pointed out that the kids wont fare well in the car all day

[Stropp]

hi guys.

very very interested in this trip. however if it is on the road all day every day then unfortunately with the younguns its just not for us. whats the run down like for this trip> is it just driving everyday covering kms? or is there spots where we stay and enjoy for a while? tegans just validly pointed out that the kids wont fare well in the car all day


We could possibly leave earlier and meet at Coober Pedy say Friday 5th and leave on Sunday 7th July that way the victorians can take their time coming over as they start school holidays on the 1st ? And kallen and Nissa can leave on the Friday or Saturday and be there for departure on the Sunday. That also gives most people the opportunity to have a day to look around, or even happy to meet on say the Tuesday 2nd, leave Coober Pedy on Thursday 4th. From there to Oodnadatta and Dalhousie, definitely a day or 2 at Dalhousie during which time you would need to go to mount dare to top up fuel, that will also give us time to miss the big red bash by a couple of days and hopefully the track is not too chopped up. From there four days to cross so that should give us ample time as last time we took 3 days and the second day was a big one so I think 4 days should be early stops for the day, stay 2 days. From Birdsville it’s up to everyone what they want to do go directly down Birdsville track or I’m going to haddons corner camp there, I think last time we left Birdsville around 10am, then to Innamincka via the dig tree, stay there then onto Cameron corner 2 easy days and again spent a last night together at the pub but camping at the corner, then the wa contingent and I guess kallen and Nissa will head directly to the strezleki track then down through Quorn, the Victorians can head with us or go directly through broken hill.

mudrunner let me know what you think please mate!

[Cuppa]

When the first meet up in the middle was being planned I was interested, but lacked confidence, thinking there would be a good chance I'd hold everyone up.
I recall a great time was had by all.

This time I find myself still putting it (a Simpson crossing) off, not lack of confidence any more, but because I want to do it in comfort & take my time. 3 weeks Birdsville to Mt Dare sounds about right to me. I feel similarly about the Canning Stock Route too. I have resolved that although towing the Tvan is feasible I don't want to do it. It will have to wait until we have a suitable truck based camper. I'm well past sleeping on the ground.

I didn't regret not going last time, & I don't think I will this time, but I did enjoy hearing all about the last forum adventure & will look forward to this one.

Who knows, if we find the right truck we might even bump into you all mid Simmo! So I'll keep an eye on what you are all up to.

[MB]

Crikey, herding Ferals, sorted yet? [emoji23][emoji23]


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[BigRAWesty]

This was always going to be difficult, so many needs to try and cover.
Stropp ill have a better look at that time line in front of a computer and note pad. But the concept sounds good.

Unfortunately this is a driving trip. Though we will be having some nice breaks along the way.
Being a Simmo crossing with a group we do need to be flexible with the time line as it can change is a second.

We are also looking to do a but of schooling on the road, pulling up a bit earlier and giving the kids a designated learning time.
We're a long way off but with we do go mid year be sure to start talking to your teachers about getting some work packs to take with us..

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[jay see]

Just thinking out loud ..

Would it be best to put a cap on the the number of cars traveling, last thing you guys want is a big fleet..

As for me, I know I keep saying maybe, but I have been keeping an eye on this..

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[Stropp]

Just thinking out loud ..

Would it be best to put a cap on the the number of cars traveling, last thing you guys want is a big fleet..

As for me, I know I keep saying maybe, but I have been keeping an eye on this..

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Nah mate, last time we started with I think 32 vehicles interested , by the time we got there it was 11. Things change!

[rusty_nail]

i will count our lot out unfortunately. i made the last magazine and really loved going through the trip in detail. looking forward to the next trip report.

[AB]

I’m 100% gents but I have a question.

The folks who are coming, is your partner coming?

Kids are 1000% coming by the way.

Just checking how many girls if any are doing this trip?

Once in the life time trip though peeps, memories for ever this trip!!!


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[Stropp]

I’m 100% gents but I have a question.

The folks who are coming, is your partner coming?

Kids are 1000% coming by the way.

Just checking how many girls if any are doing this trip?

Once in the life time trip though peeps, memories for ever this trip!!!


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No mate my latex lady is staying home because I don’t trust her 🤣😜

[AB]

No mate my latex lady is staying home because I don’t trust her [emoji1787][emoji12]

Damn it, I was so looking to meeting that young lass too!!!! [emoji23]


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[BigRAWesty]

I’m 100% gents but I have a question.

The folks who are coming, is your partner coming?

Kids are 1000% coming by the way.

Just checking how many girls if any are doing this trip?

Once in the life time trip though peeps, memories for ever this trip!!!


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkHey fella.
Our crew is 100% in.
Will probably have Nissa and myself an RV3 or similar, the kids will be in swags.
After jaffa and the buggy Park they are keen as to get into the desert!!

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[BigRAWesty]

We could possibly leave earlier and meet at Coober Pedy say Friday 5th and leave on Sunday 7th July that way the victorians can take their time coming over as they start school holidays on the 1st ? And kallen and Nissa can leave on the Friday or Saturday and be there for departure on the Sunday. That also gives most people the opportunity to have a day to look around, or even happy to meet on say the Tuesday 2nd, leave Coober Pedy on Thursday 4th. From there to Oodnadatta and Dalhousie, definitely a day or 2 at Dalhousie during which time you would need to go to mount dare to top up fuel, that will also give us time to miss the big red bash by a couple of days and hopefully the track is not too chopped up. From there four days to cross so that should give us ample time as last time we took 3 days and the second day was a big one so I think 4 days should be early stops for the day, stay 2 days. From Birdsville it’s up to everyone what they want to do go directly down Birdsville track or I’m going to haddons corner camp there, I think last time we left Birdsville around 10am, then to Innamincka via the dig tree, stay there then onto Cameron corner 2 easy days and again spent a last night together at the pub but camping at the corner, then the wa contingent and I guess kallen and Nissa will head directly to the strezleki track then down through Quorn, the Victorians can head with us or go directly through broken hill.

mudrunner let me know what you think please mate!Been thinking about this.
If traffic could be bad across the main line is dropping down an option?
A bit tougher but imo still well within our vehicle and personal capacity?

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[Rossco]

Hey fellas we will be there if all goes well me Nicole and little fella. . Will take it pretty slow going up there meet @ Dalhausie I would say. . .

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[BigRAWesty]

Hey fellas we will be there if all goes well me Nicole and little fella. . Will take it pretty slow going up there meet @ Dalhausie I would say. . .

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[Stropp]

Ok, does anyone have photos from our last Simpson trip, if so please post them up so we can generate some excitement for those who may be undecided, I have stolen a few and posting here.

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[Stropp]

I’m really looking forward to going again, can’t wait.

[Woof]

I would love to do it Stroppy as I retire next April, but I know that my health will not allow it old mate.
I don't think I could even do it now:driving2::SNruQWn369624407::cheers:

[MB TD42]

So after cape Jaffa and discussion with interested people I’m going to put forward my proposal, us gropers will head to laverton around 24th may and head to coober pedy via the Anne Beadell track and meet you Victorians on Monday 3rd June giving you guys two days to get there from Melbourne. From there off to oodnadatta and Dalhousie, setup camp and next day a trip into mount dare and back, around the 6th head across the French line taking 4 days, conquer big red then into birdsville for a rest day then haddons corner , Cameron’s corner and from there us gropers will head back and down the strezleckie track and home! Please respond if you are definitely interested, this will be an epic trip and if anyone is after a bigger challenge then you are welcome to come west and do the Anne Beadell with us.Wow...this is a pretty cool idea. Will not be able to guarantee my attendance though. Still in limbo with my health and income.

Always been keen to take on something like this. Fingers crossed.

Great idea Stropp!

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[Stropp]

Wow...this is a pretty cool idea. Will not be able to guarantee my attendance though. Still in limbo with my health and income.

Always been keen to take on something like this. Fingers crossed.

Great idea Stropp!

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Hope to catchup before then mate, I’m back in late august

[Stropp]

Ok just to keep it up there, July 2024 get organised now just over 12 mths away

[BigRAWesty]

Just threw this one together.
What am I missing??http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2023/06/2.jpg

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[jay see]

Before I think even more about this I have one question.

How would I go being on petrol?
I can carry 210l in total, I know that it's going to be a very expensive fuel bill, but how far is it inbetween stops for unleaded.

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[BigRAWesty]

Before I think even more about this I have one question.

How would I go being on petrol?
I can carry 210l in total, I know that it's going to be a very expensive fuel bill, but how far is it inbetween stops for unleaded.

Sent from my CPH1921 using TapatalkAbout 640km from Mount dare to bridsville.
Reported on FB a 100 series 4.7ltr v8 petrol used 154L for that stretch.

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[jay see]

About 500km from Mount dare to bridsville.
Reported on FB a 100 series 4.7ltr v8 petrol used 154L for that stretch.

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Would that be the longest between unleaded fuel stops, if so I'll be ok as long as I get approval from the bank [emoji1787]

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[BigRAWesty]

Fark I'm getting keen!!!!
In regards to clearance will a standard ifs ute be fine??
I will have larger tyres on then..http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2023/06/14.jpg

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[TPC]

I have a Simpson trip planned for next month with a few mates, probably a loop rather than a crossing because of the flooding of Eyre creek. Still keen to do this trip too with the patrol mob.

[TPC]

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Trip logs from last 2 Simpson trips.

[MB]

Apologies, lazyily haven’t scrolled through above, are we all still meeting circa-Coober Pedy?


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[BigRAWesty]

Apologies, lazyily haven’t scrolled through above, are we all still meeting circa-Coober Pedy?


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkI belive strops plan is the go to schedule.
12 months and counting.

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[katwoman]

Well, shit has changed a lot in my life in a year. I’m sure a lot more shit to follow , but Emily (booga) and I have discussed this and you can pencil us in. Mother/daughter trip.
In the same old banger from 10 years ago.


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[jay see]

Well, shit has changed a lot in my life in a year. I’m sure a lot more shit to follow , but Emily (booga) and I have discussed this and you can pencil us in. Mother/daughter trip.
In the same old banger from 10 years ago.


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkAlot of the Vic crew are at Licola ATM, but I'm sure that they will be happy to read that you're in. I think we have met once before somewhere along the forum trips..

Hope the next 12 months are not too bad and we'll see you on this trip..

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[katwoman]

Alot of the Vic crew are at Licola ATM, but I'm sure that they will be happy to read that you're in. I think we have met once before somewhere along the forum trips..

Hope the next 12 months are not too bad and we'll see you on this trip..

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I saw that. I’m actually in Adelaide. We may have met yes. All going well , I’ll be back travelling soon.


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[Stropp]

Well, shit has changed a lot in my life in a year. I’m sure a lot more shit to follow , but Emily (booga) and I have discussed this and you can pencil us in. Mother/daughter trip.
In the same old banger from 10 years ago.


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This thread now Kat 👌 http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/showthread.php?55747-Simpson-desert-ten-yrs-on-meetup-July-5th-Coober-Pedy-start-2024

[Stropp]

Hi guys anyone interested in a polo shirt with a 4b on it and Simpson desert 10 yrs on written on it.