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Hi guys, I’m UK based too. Currently in Bedford, Bedfordshire and just waiting for my new rig to arrive from the US so it all ready for when we can travel properly again.
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Who else is in the UK
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Traveler III
Nice to hear fromyou Matt!
Not too far away from you - in Woking Surrey!
Not too far away from you - in Woking Surrey!
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Just saying from Berkshire!
Itching to get out on the green lanes soon.
Especially if travel across the channel becomes a challenge!
Itching to get out on the green lanes soon.
Especially if travel across the channel becomes a challenge!
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Hi pal! Welcome! (Apologies if you're already in groups, etc)
I'm the area rep for Scotland and N. England, if you need anything, just give me a shout. If not already, we have a WhatsApp group where most chat traffic happens. Link is on the fb page or message me and I can send it.
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I'm a bit of a recluse in that respect, years in the IT industry has me without WhatsApp and Facebook! Ha.
Nice to meet you caspoint, do you do meet ups or is that all on the WhatsApp group?
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Perhaps we could set up a tri county meet up?
Yorks/Derbys/Notts?
Somewhere ppl can meet up, grab a coffee and look at each others rigs / talk about overlanding. I'm not quite ready for actual events as I am setting up a new rig for family overlanding but a local meet would certainly make me feel more involved and connected.
Perhaps a good introduction for new members and potentials @Polaris Overland @professorpool ? Your input would be welcomed.
Yorks/Derbys/Notts?
Somewhere ppl can meet up, grab a coffee and look at each others rigs / talk about overlanding. I'm not quite ready for actual events as I am setting up a new rig for family overlanding but a local meet would certainly make me feel more involved and connected.
Perhaps a good introduction for new members and potentials @Polaris Overland @professorpool ? Your input would be welcomed.
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Traveler III
We will have a meet in The Lake District in June - watch the rally points for upcoming events!
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I'm hoping to attend the AO Show if I can get a roof tent sorted for the Amarok in time and a basic camp setup. Elka (partner) is eager to go as she hasn't been before and it's an ideal place to see if we can hack 2 adults and a small one in a RTT.
The Lakes might be a bit of a stretch for us at the moment.
As for the original query - is this something that could be set up? Or can members use Rally Point to arrange their own meets with OB Reps help/approval?
The Lakes might be a bit of a stretch for us at the moment.
As for the original query - is this something that could be set up? Or can members use Rally Point to arrange their own meets with OB Reps help/approval?
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Hi pal, ach aye that's fine. The app has come a long way since it launched, so as you've seen, you will get replies here.
Also, as has been mentioned, there's a few rally points coming up soon - navigate to the map and have a wee look, if you need help just gimme a shout
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All meets are warmly encouraged whether that is a tyre kicker and a coffee, a green lane trip or family weekend get together.
Overland Bound lives and dies on its community and only by meeting, creating friendships and relationships can we build that community.
Overland Bound lives and dies on its community and only by meeting, creating friendships and relationships can we build that community.
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Hi pal, you're completely correct, you can set your own meets, you don't need approval - reps are here to assist and at times do bug events, but OB is very much a "give you the tools" organisation.
We did try flash/coffee meets before but in my local area it didn't work. Maybe you might have more joy?
We certainly have had success with people visiting camps just for the day etc.
Feel free to set up your own RP pal, if you need help just let me know.
Also, WRT the AO, I would suggest (unless your deadset) you grab a normal tent and camp "old school" at the AO show - there will still be space for you at the OB site. Then browse the vast array of tents available, I've seen it too many times where people are dead set on a certain type of tent only to realise it doesn't work for them afterwords
Traveler III
You're more than welcome and in fact encouraged to create your own rally points. Anything you need help with just ask!
Coming to the AO show would be a great opportunity to meet other members. Register on the rally point here and come camp with the rest of us!
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First hopefully see you at the AO.
Secondly Rally Points are for any member to set up, you don't need permission. Myself, Stephen and Nik / Leann are here to help you if you need a bit of advice or assistance in creating the Rally Point and we can assist in getting the word spread further afied.
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Love this attitude.
In other 'clubs' I have been a part of in the past the focus has constantly been on distant meets which can sometimes ostracise those with restrictive responsibilities or financial restraints. Local meets are instrumental in making things more inclusive and bringing everyone together.
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The RTT is a choice as traditional tents are no good for me any more. I stopped camping on the floor at 40 and moved to van camping. I have a dedicated overland camper in build but that will primarily be used for longer trips of a week or more.
The RTT/Amarok setup is more for overnighters or weekends with limited gear requirements. I think we are going for the Ventura 1.4 Deluxe with annex to compliment the 270 degree Ventura awning I have already.
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Happy days! Hopefully, your ventura stuff is good quality. Members have had issues with some of the earlier gear/customer service. I mean, all companies have issues, but ventura pops up repeatedly pal.
Traveler III
Yeah I’d be looking elsewhere also..
A good used premium make would be better than a cheap new tent..
