Snowys Camping Show
The Snowys Camping Show is a podcast for outdoor adventurers, who love spending every spare minute they have exploring. Tune in each week for your dose of outdoor fun, advice, and information on camping, 4x4, caravanning, hiking, bushwalking, and more that you can listen to when you're not adventuring.
Episodes
168 episodes
Ep166 - Is It Normal for Your Tent to Get Flooded?
That sinking feeling of a flooded tent: are they an unfortunate reality or a gear failure red flag?Ben and Lauren drain the delusion from this soggy subject by diving into condensation versus leakage, separating the drips from deluges, ...
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Ep165 - Revolutionised Rooftop Tents with Inspired Overland
From heavyweight tradition to featherweight innovation: we meet the tent techs who have taken over!Ben and Lauren sit down with Ferdinand and Ronnie from Inspired Overland to unpack how they're reshaping the rooftop tent game with cuttin...
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Ep164 - How to Choose a Headlamp
In this episode, Ben and Lauren have several lightbulb moments…Our gear gurus navigate the headlamp highway, shedding light on choosing the perfect hands-free lighting solution for your outdoor adventures. This 25-minute breakdown is as ...
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Ep163 - What Makes a Fabric Waterproof?
Water meets its match: fabric technologies demystified! When it rains, it pours - but it doesn't have to bore! In this episode, Ben is presented with another opportunity to geek out, and this time our gear gurus unfold the complex w...
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Ep162 - All About myCOOLMAN with Charlie Graham
A deep-freeze dive into myCOOLMAN with the guy who keeps his cool for a living...Staying cool under pressure is both an art and a science. In this episode, Ben and Lauren sit down with myCOOLMAN's Technical Sales and Product Specialist, ...
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Ep161 - Ghost Camping Crackdown and a Camping Fee Overhaul
No-shows, know-hows, and new fees: the camping reservation revolution...In an episode as haunting as it is helpful, Ben and Lauren unpack the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service's proposed camping fee reforms, from new facility-base...
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Ep160 - Decoding LP Gas & Choosing a Stove
Fueling your flames: the gas-tronomy of camp cooking…Our gear gurus demystify LP gas and camping stoves, breaking down the crucial differences between high-pressure sizzlers and low-pressure simmers.In a fired-up discussion, Ben...
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Ep159 - Bedrolls for Camping
Bedrolls for bushcraft: when simplicity beats sophistication…Ben and Lauren unfold the timeless charm of bedroll camping for those seeking simplicity under the stars. From envelope-style swags to canvas-covered mats and sturdy stretcher...
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Ep158 - Camping Clothes, Hats, & Shoes for All Weather
From boots to beanies, Ben and Lauren unpack the camping gear on the cusp of convenient and comfy...Our outdoor experts wade into the footwear debate, untangle cotton versus synthetic, and reveal why merino wool is Best On (Camp)Ground ...
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Ep157 - How to Store a Self-Inflating Mat
Putting it all out in the open(cell): the mat storage methods that matter!In this episode, Ben and Lauren unpack the proper storage techniques for self-inflating sleeping mats, addressing the critical balance between compression d...
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Ep156 - How Long We'd Last on 'Alone' and Our 10 Must-Have Items
From bushcraft to breaking point…Ben and Lauren tackle the ultimate outdoor enthusiast’s question: how long would they last on the survival show ‘Alone’? Our gear gurus dive into both the physical and psychological challenges of t...
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Ep155 - What Tents Are Wind-Resistant?
Nature’s stress test: which tent designs pass the windstorm challenge?From boxy tents to shapes that shed the wind – Ben and Lauren sweep through what truly anchors a tent against wild winds. Our gear gurus unfold the mysteries of...
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Ep154 - JetBoil Stove Systems with Mike Hebert
Where brilliance meets boiling point: inside the JetBoil phenomenon...In this episode, Ben and Lauren's hour-long episode bubbles over in a hot-to-go interview with JetBoil's Mike Hebert, uncovering the brand's revolutionary jour...
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Ep153 - Fridge Capacity: Is Bigger Better?
Is your camping fridge bigger than your appetite?From 45L single-zones to 80L dual compartments, Ben and Lauren unpack the cold, hard facts about fridge capacity. Our gear gurus consider how vehicle space, party size, climate, and...
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Ep152 - What Size Solar Panel Do I Need?
So… watt solar panel size is the missing piece to your power puzzle?From recharging depleted batteries to powering your camp kitchen, Ben and Lauren shed some (sun)light on the complexities of solar panel si...
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Ep151 - Double Stretchers: Bar or No Bar?
From saving your back to saving your relationship, a double camp stretcher with a centre bar could make or break both!In this episode, Ben and Lauren tackle the age-old camping conundrum of double stretchers – specifically, whethe...
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Ep150 - Is a Thicker Mat More Comfortable?
Thicker mats... better naps? Ben and Lauren roll out the facts on sleeping mat thickness, challenging the assumption that more centimeters means more comfort. Our gear gurus weigh up pack size versus plushness, solo sleep versus sh...
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Ep149 - Brand Spotlight: Quest Outdoors
From marketplace newcomer to must-have gear maker... Ben and Lauren sit down with co-founder of Quest Outdoors, Chris, to unpack the brand's meteoric three-year rise from industry outsiders to outdoor living experts. Be...
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Ep148 - How to Mount a Rooftop Tent
Racking your brain about raising the roof?Whether you're tackling it solo or hosting a mounting party, Ben and Lauren break down the essential know-how of roof top tent installation. Our gear gurus explore everything from weight ratings ...
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Ep147 - When Camping Goes Wrong!
So the pegs won't peg, the storm won't settle, and you're all wheel, no drive?From flyaway tents and flooded campsites, to painful neighbours and malfunctions in the middle of nowhere - Ben and Lauren unpack how to handle camping catastr...
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Ep146 - How Long Will a Battery Run your Fridge
The cold, hard maths behind keeping your camp food chilled!From battery capacity and power consumption to solar solutions and real-world runtime – Ben and Lauren crunch the numbers on vehicle-based fridge systems. Tune in as they ...
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Ep145 - New Year, New Gear
From first-time investments to upgrading the essentials… what’s worth watching in 2025?Starting fresh doesn’t always mean starting from scratch. In this episode, Ben and Lauren kick off the year with a showcase of 2025’s most promising ...
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