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Title: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: McGirr on June 23, 2011, 06:48:15 AM
I know alot could not make this years trip so I may do another next year. The same time, QLD school holidays. Just add your name and I will start things going when I get back from this trip.

Mark
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: GGV8Cruza on June 23, 2011, 07:17:40 AM
I am keen as I could not make it this year, you must be a little crazy or have the tour guide bug bad, thanks Mark

GG
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: WogsRus on June 23, 2011, 07:22:07 AM
MMMMMEEE MMMEEE MEEEE.

We will be leaving tasmanai on the 10th of Aprill 2012 heading for the tip. I believe we will be at leaving cooktown mid June. Hope to see you there
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Malcur on June 23, 2011, 07:29:57 AM
I don't know whether my circumstances will have changed by next year, but I will live in hope. Count me in.

Mal
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: kochy on June 23, 2011, 07:35:37 AM
Yes you can put us in two adults, have been to the tip once in 2009 and also four other times on fishing trips to various parts of the cape. I will be doing another fishing trip this year also about september. Good luck with this trip we will all be watching.
Kochy
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: timneva on June 23, 2011, 08:01:57 AM
Throw us in the hat too. Was actually thinking of tackling it the year after and I'll need to sort out some lesser priorities (work / holidays / $ etc) as we're doing a 5 weeker in Sept this year, but am keen all the same
Cheers,
Tim
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: AussieBob on June 23, 2011, 08:05:28 AM
Yes, count me in.
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: blackcat on June 23, 2011, 08:06:16 AM
after having to opt out of this trip, very keen to do next year, maybe bjf will join us and do another cape trip too!  ;D
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: hookedon4wding on June 23, 2011, 08:21:52 AM
We were looking to do the cape next year and would be great to do it with others who've done it before. What are the dates?

Cheers, Sam.
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: McGirr on June 23, 2011, 10:00:43 AM
Qld 2012 June school holidays

Mark
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Bird on June 23, 2011, 10:30:54 AM
Quote from: McGirr
Qld 2012 school holidays Sat 22nd Sept to Sun 7th Oct
I'll put my hand up.
But need to work out total time from Melbourne to starting point and back to Melbourne.

1 week up from melb, 1 week home I guess. 4-5 weeks all up.

So the trip begins on the 22nd - where from? Cairns? and the 7th is back in Cairns is it? I know people can do their own gig, but trying to get an idea of what to expect.

I know ya probably flat out gettin shiz done for this trip, but any chance of some info on the whole gig?
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: McGirr on June 23, 2011, 12:22:30 PM
Leave Cairns on the sat 23rd June and back by the 7th July

Mark
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: bjf on June 23, 2011, 01:32:05 PM
We'll have another crack at it, my arm has been twisted :cheers:, however we may change our minds in the next two weeks.
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: McGirr on June 23, 2011, 06:57:17 PM
After I am finished with you Brett you will be back ... Trust me ;D

Mark
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: jaycamrie on June 23, 2011, 07:17:46 PM
we are planning a cape trip next year but have no camp trailer  yet and dont know anyone on here but be interested in tagging along .
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: meimarocu on June 23, 2011, 07:25:37 PM
Just talked with the Boss.
We will put our hands up.
Now just need to arrange work etc......
Thanks Mark.

Cheers Ian.
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Offroad 4x4 Accessories on June 23, 2011, 07:27:26 PM
YES PLEASE. Put me down for next year 2 adults 1 child. I am sitting here doing paperwork now and i have a full days work tomorrow and then i fly out for this years cape trip  ;D
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: McGirr on June 23, 2011, 07:31:47 PM
I will start a new thread once I get back from this adventure !!!!

Mark
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: GeoffA on June 23, 2011, 07:47:48 PM
Mark,

Can we put our (tentative) hands up for this?
Kay and I were interested in going on this years trip, but it filled before we threw our hats in the ring.

Cheers,
Geoff
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: rellbell on June 23, 2011, 07:52:09 PM
we are planning a cape trip next year but have no camp trailer  yet and dont know anyone on here but be interested in tagging along .
Excuses, Excuses lucky you have just over 12 months to secure a ct I know JT does a good unit.  cheers Rellbell
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Black Diamond on June 23, 2011, 08:21:09 PM
Ill keep my eye on this thread  ;)
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: WogsRus on June 23, 2011, 08:22:26 PM
make it june make it june
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: hookedon4wding on June 23, 2011, 08:38:03 PM
I am sitting here doing paperwork now and i have a full days work tomorrow and then i fly out for this years cape trip  ;D

Stop it :)
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Offroad 4x4 Accessories on June 23, 2011, 08:40:07 PM
Stop it :)

I know its just killing me waiting waiting waiting
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: JCAT on June 23, 2011, 09:20:22 PM
McGirr,

is the trip in the June - July school hiolidays or the September - October school holidays?

22nd till the 7th fits both
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Paulp on June 23, 2011, 09:27:05 PM
Please count us in for 2
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: McGirr on June 23, 2011, 09:51:12 PM
Sincere apologies the dates are sat 23rd june to sun 8th July 2012...the QLD school holidays

Mark
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: WogsRus on June 23, 2011, 09:59:42 PM
you buggas i will be there 1 month before hand, looks like i'm the scout then
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: mystq on June 23, 2011, 11:37:07 PM
Chuck me down for 2 Adults and a waeco full of beer ;D
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: GeeQue on June 24, 2011, 08:07:08 PM
Put us in 2 x adults.

 :cheers:
GeeQue
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: dooguss on June 25, 2011, 10:35:09 PM
count us in  we are keen seeing as though we couldnt get on this years trip. 2 adults 2 kids,cheers
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: singo-26 on June 26, 2011, 02:04:23 AM
I'm pretty keen, but the timing may be bad mid next year :'( :'(. Go on chuck another in 2013. You know you want to. ;D ;D
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Swogjb on July 03, 2011, 10:03:57 AM
Yep......keen as mustard.
How could ya not be keen after seeing pics from this years trip.
Will leave the Jayco at about cooktown somewhere.
Then tent it for SWMBO and kids and swag for me  upto the cape and back. :cup:
 :cheers:
Glenn

Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: mystq on July 03, 2011, 11:39:51 AM
Yep......keen as mustard.
How could ya not be keen after seeing pics from this years trip.
Will leave the Jayco at about cooktown somewhere.
Then tent it for SWMBO and kids and swag for me  upto the cape and back. :cup:
 :cheers:
Glenn



Go on take the jayco, lets see what the "off road" camper has got  ;D
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: D4D on July 03, 2011, 11:43:28 AM
I'll be in for 2015, that's when I get my next long service leave. It will be either up the western or eastern loop then back down the centre.
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: ehsc on July 03, 2011, 05:32:38 PM
Id be keen if it happens and work dosn't get in the road  :cheers: ehsc
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: krisandkev on July 03, 2011, 06:57:04 PM
Yepp!!  Count us in by 2 adults.  We are in the Kimberleys at present, so missed Steve and Viv cos they are up there.   We were hoping there might be a 2012 run.   Thankyou.   Kris and Kev
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: McGirr on July 04, 2011, 10:01:15 AM
I would leave the jayco at cooktown as if next year is as tough as this year it will be severly hurt !!! Lol

Mark
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: mystq on July 04, 2011, 10:06:04 AM
I would leave the jayco at cooktown as if next year is as tough as this year it will be severly hurt !!! Lol

Mark

Has any video been taken?
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: McGirr on July 04, 2011, 01:32:56 PM
We have taken alot of video and it's unreal

Mark
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: mystq on July 04, 2011, 03:28:21 PM
We have taken alot of video and it's unreal

Mark

Can't wait to see it, and can't wait to go on next years trip  :cheers:
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Swogjb on July 04, 2011, 03:37:20 PM
I would leave the jayco at cooktown as if next year is as tough as this year it will be severly hurt !!! Lol

Mark

It never even crossed my mind to tackle it with the Jayco. :D

Did anybody take a dinghy for a spot of fishing this year?
If yes .....any success?
 :cheers:
Glenn
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: TroyE on July 04, 2011, 04:44:14 PM
my brother(eldo) and I have been planning a cape trip for august 2012 for the last 12 months or so, and have been reading all the threads, salivating at the thought of it ;D

troy
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: bert56 on July 10, 2011, 07:37:29 AM
Hi Mark,

I'm in again, you won't get rid of me that easily.

Bert
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: McGirr on July 10, 2011, 11:29:31 AM
I have asked Brett to get a new thread going for next years trip Cape Trip. It should be on the child boards soon !! I will then start a list for interested members.

Mark
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Diksta on July 10, 2011, 03:02:03 PM
yep count us in
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Rod Camping on July 11, 2011, 10:55:56 AM
I really want to go on this one missed this years due to work commitments. I will put my hand up for this one. There will be me, my lovley wife Kylie and two kids ryan 8 and Corey 3 by that stage.

It will be dependant on work commitments again but I will be putting in for long service leave for that period as well as a week either side.

Cheers Rod.... 8) :cheers:
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: disco1 on July 11, 2011, 11:17:40 AM

     Put me down for the trip as I missed out on the last one.


     Mauri       ;D
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: trekkn on July 11, 2011, 02:33:41 PM
2 adults and 2 kids maybe 1 dog? this is my must do trip cant wait
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Teabag on July 11, 2011, 02:39:10 PM
2 adults and 2 kids maybe 1 dog? this is my must do trip cant wait

There is a lot of National Parks so the dog might note be the best idea..... :cheers:
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: trekkn on July 11, 2011, 02:40:48 PM
ok we can leave him in brissy on the way up
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: duggie on July 11, 2011, 07:18:16 PM
Hello Mr McGirr,
I had an absolute ball this year doing the trip, pity I had me old man as a handbrake but he too enjoyed the trip. Mate if you want to put me back in for 2012 as a recovery bitch I would be more than happy to go again without the trusty Trackabout. Mark well doneon this years trip we could have done it without you but the trip would not have been the same. Thank you from duggie and his old man.
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Symon on July 11, 2011, 07:30:18 PM
Pencil me in for this as well.
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: BigJules on July 11, 2011, 08:25:41 PM
I'm keen, always keen, just got to make it happen.
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Teabag on July 11, 2011, 08:46:53 PM
Unsure this far out due to work but keen. Will be running without camper though......Swag will get another good work out.....
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: coey on July 12, 2011, 08:58:05 PM
i am keen to go if there is going to be room myself Ian,my wife Kylie and two kids Ashlee 10 (girl) and Mitchell 8 (boy) we had been planning on going next year with friends untill my mate passed away. so we decided we were still going to go and would love to tag along!

Coey
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Bill on July 12, 2011, 09:01:58 PM
We would like to go as well...
Bill and Morag
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Diksta on July 12, 2011, 09:07:33 PM
 i reckon it will be a big crew for this trip
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Bird on July 13, 2011, 10:56:31 AM
So what is your limit on numbers?
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: barraboy on July 13, 2011, 12:22:08 PM
We would also love to go again. Please mark us down on your list.  Thanks Martin and Shaun
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: McGirr on July 13, 2011, 03:37:44 PM
So what is your limit on numbers?

I would pull it up at 20 cars. But it is still early days as last trip I had 45 put their hand up and we ended up with 11 cars.

If we end up above 20 there will be 2 groups !!! I better start drinking now !!!

Mark
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: jk on July 13, 2011, 03:39:04 PM
You stopped  ???  :cheers:
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Diksta on July 13, 2011, 03:48:35 PM
let me know if you need a hand with that drinking bit 
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Bird on July 13, 2011, 04:06:45 PM
Quote from: Diksta
let me know if you need a hand with that drinking bit 
if its xxxx you wont have many in the queue ahead of you!
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: McGirr on July 13, 2011, 04:07:51 PM
You stopped  ???  :cheers:

That was a rumor !!!!  :cheers:

Mark
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Diksta on July 13, 2011, 04:46:55 PM
if its xxxx you wont have many in the queue ahead of you!

don't care as long as it isn't VB
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: jaycamrie on July 13, 2011, 06:58:26 PM
don't care as long as it isn't VB
i agree
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Bird on July 13, 2011, 08:15:26 PM
Quote from: Diksta
don't care as long as it isn't VB
Its like Fosters, only used for export.. nobody really drinks it... but most beer tastes like poo these days... go UDLs
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: bert56 on July 14, 2011, 05:37:42 AM
Hi Lost, xxxx went down like mothers milk on the trip this year.


Bert
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: rescue1 on July 14, 2011, 09:16:30 PM
don't care as long as it isn't VB

VB isn't drinking it's poisoning
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: ehsc on July 17, 2011, 06:44:33 PM
Don't worry Mcgirr
If i can make it id leave the jayco somwere and swag it, Id hate to see it show up all those hard core trailers. :cheers: ehsc
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: McGirr on July 17, 2011, 07:34:17 PM
Don't worry Mcgirr
If i can make it id leave the jayco somwere and swag it, Id hate to see it show up all those hard core trailers. :cheers: ehsc

I would leave the jayco at bramwell junction. You can pick it up on the way back as it is at the cross roads of the by pass road and the beginning of the otl.

Mark
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: MrCruza on July 18, 2011, 07:45:28 PM
Better put me and the missus down. After seeing the videos of this years trip we can't wait  :cheers:
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: speewa158 on July 18, 2011, 07:58:54 PM
SPEEWA & MSTREE I did it in 89 ,  Mstree needs the experance . The trip of your lifetime .  8)
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Post by: rodsswag on July 19, 2011, 01:30:42 PM
Sound great to me, but I'll think I'll be in my swag Thou no trailer.
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Spender on July 24, 2011, 03:54:55 PM
Pls put me on the long list of interested parties - hope to be able to make it next year - just needs to get me a new play toy!! :cheers:
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: JCAT on July 24, 2011, 05:30:51 PM
Can you add us to the expression of interest list please McGirr.

2 Adults and 2 Kids

We also hope to be able to make it.

Providing we get the mods done to the Prado and my leave approved, we will be there.
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: scoot on August 19, 2011, 07:53:49 AM
Hello Mark,

Sign me up again please. It will be subject to how we share out the school holidays next year.

Scoot
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Draggin on August 19, 2011, 09:00:31 AM
Very keen as I wanted to be in on this year but SWAMBOs birthday falls in that time and I would probably be doing it solo = big twouble..........prefer solo to single  ;D

Now listen Lost "Its like Fosters, only used for export.. nobody really drinks it... but most beer tastes like poo these days... go UDLs" - UDL = Un-Drinkable Loss ($$$$), maaaaate buy the real stuff and mix it yourself  :cheers:
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: mystq on August 19, 2011, 09:19:26 AM
Just got my leave approved  ;D :cup:
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Aussie Blue on August 19, 2011, 09:30:45 AM
Yep, slot us in, 2 adults, 1 kid...

Blue & Bindi
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Diksta on August 20, 2011, 03:53:23 AM
jeez it will be a big crew if everyone who put there hand up goes
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Symon on August 20, 2011, 09:11:08 AM
jeez it will be a big crew if everyone who put there hand up goes

Unfortunately from looking at past trips, at least half will drop out.
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: jaycamrie on August 20, 2011, 09:18:23 AM
yeah we are planning to go we want to go on the myswag trip espeacialy if we have a trailer by then learn a few things off the experts ,but friends that are going with us want to go two weeks later decisions  ??? ??? ??? nearly as bad as choosing a camper ;D
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: McGirr on August 20, 2011, 10:49:55 AM
Unfortunately from looking at past trips, at least half will drop out.

Yes by the time roll call is up in early Jan, as symon said, alot do pull out for a number of reasons. If not I am in deep sh@t... ???

Mark
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: mystq on August 20, 2011, 10:57:47 AM
Unfortunately from looking at past trips, at least half will drop out.

Not me, leave approved and the missus said if we don’t go im in the doghouse forever ;D
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: jaycamrie on August 20, 2011, 11:02:55 AM
maybe we could the the myswag trip wait at cairns and do it again with the friends :D
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: hen on August 21, 2011, 04:44:14 PM
Hi
very keen to go next year. We are 2 adults and one child - well teenager but she is lovely.  Brought a winch for the car today so getting it all together. 
Jayne
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Chris J on August 21, 2011, 05:38:55 PM
Hi McGrirr

Count me in plus two additional adults for the trip, vehicle and trailer will meet the requirements.

Regards,  Chris.
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Symon on August 21, 2011, 05:40:29 PM
Taking the OKA? Can't wait to see that thing in action!
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: yogi on August 22, 2011, 10:26:43 AM
Symon ..... I think I need a bigger winch ;D

yogi
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Chris J on August 22, 2011, 11:56:09 AM
I should be able to make whole trip unassisted but I have a 16,000 Lb winch that's movable either front or back.

regards, Chris.
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: yogi on August 22, 2011, 12:47:42 PM
Chris .... I was kidding mate .... if you need recovering it will more than likely involve several 4x4's or a very large tree ;D

yogi
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Chris J on August 22, 2011, 01:18:28 PM
Hi Yogi,

I understand your not having a go at me. This is all new to me with the OKA, most are frightened by the size of this thing but I only weighing at 3700 Kg though my registered GVM is 5,500 Kg. The OKA looks big because it's high, it has no bonnet and engine bay in front like conventional vehicles; you are sitting beside the motor.  Its length is no bigger than a Troop and no wider than a Patrol with big wheels and a flair kit. Anyway I'm off up that way in about three weeks time all going well.

Regards,  Chris.
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: yogi on August 22, 2011, 01:27:20 PM
Chris ..... just been looking to see if you have a camper ...... if you do then I am guess you will only be about 1T to 1.5T heavier than everyone else 8)

Have you had it off road yet ? How did it go :cheers:

yogi
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Chris J on August 22, 2011, 03:27:34 PM
Hi Yogi,

Yes I have camper fitted to back of OKA plus also towing a Cavalier off-road CT. I plan to leave the CT at Bramwell Station for run over the OTL.  I'll pick up the CT on the way back. Regards, Chris.
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: TroyE on August 23, 2011, 05:33:37 PM
Hi Chris, nice truck mate, is it still white? cause I saw one the other day in kelso but it was a green one and your right it's an illusion, they look huge, but I had a good close look at this one and it wasn't much in it and my troll, just the hight, mines about 2.1 high, so how high is your OKA?

troy
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Chris J on August 24, 2011, 08:57:16 AM
Hi Troy, 

Mine is white, the green one lives at Saunders Beach. Height is 2.7 M ground to boat loader.

regards, Chris.
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: TroyE on August 24, 2011, 05:03:04 PM
dam, Chris, that thing really is tall, your height might be your only issue, when I did the OTL in 09 I followed a bloke in a mitsy 4wd truck, he had untold issues with the height of his truck, especially when it was on a lean in a tight spot. he was out with a musette and a saw trimming limbs of trees, was a PITA to follow he was very slow, he said the next thing he was going to mod was a big set of brush bars to protect the front of his cab & wind screen. not that an OKA it any where as big as this thing was, just thought I'd mention it. the brush bars might be a good investment though.  :cheers:

troy
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: kelli on September 23, 2011, 09:32:45 AM
Hello - please add me to the very very interested (have booked leave) list. One Kelli, one Conqueror UEV490, one JK wrangler.

:-)
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Chippy76 on September 23, 2011, 10:34:10 AM
I would be keen, (finances and work allowing of course)

just have to see what pans out this year ....

Cheers Chippy :D
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: McGirr on September 30, 2011, 04:13:59 PM
So far we have the following members who have said yes to next years trip. I did not put down members who said maybe.

McGirr
GGPatrol
Malcur
Yogi
JK
kochy
timneva
AussieBob
blackcat
BJF
Lost
jaycamrie
Smartway
GeoffA
Paulp
mystq
GeeQue
gregnleanne
Swogjb
bert56
Diksta
Rod Camping
disco1
trekkn
duggie
Symon
coey
Bill
barraboy
MrBitchi
speewa158
rodsswag
Spender
JCAT
scoot
Draggin
Aussie Blue
hen
Chris J
taka motoki
kelli
PETE03GU

So far 42
  
As a number will pull out I may hold off for now on any more interested parties until Jan 2012 when I will then confirm exact numbers who can go.

Mark
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: krisandkev on September 30, 2011, 06:39:49 PM
Sorry about this, but we have to pull out.  Dam it!  :'(
Hope everyone has fun.  :D       Kris and Kev
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: mystq on September 30, 2011, 06:57:29 PM
Yeah my name is on the list  ;D
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: taka motoki on September 30, 2011, 09:19:02 PM
can you put my name and my dads name for me please
thanks mark
taka
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: jaycamrie on October 01, 2011, 08:59:22 AM
 we are excited our names there now we just need trailer might have to hire one  :l
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: McGirr on October 01, 2011, 09:13:45 AM
can you put my name and my dads name for me please
thanks mark
taka

Taka

Your names on the list second from the bottom

Mark
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: PETE03GU on October 02, 2011, 09:57:40 AM
Yes. count us in please 2 adults and 1 child. Thanks Pete :D
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: McGirr on October 02, 2011, 10:50:12 AM
Yes. count us in please 2 adults and 1 child. Thanks Pete :D

Pete

You guys are the last I will put on the list as the numbers are climbing.

PLEASE NO MORE FOR NOW!!

Mark
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Rod Camping on October 03, 2011, 06:43:26 AM
Mark,

Can we see the list?
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: blackcat on October 03, 2011, 07:14:01 AM
from previous page, your number 23  :D
So far we have the following members who have said yes to next years trip. I did not put down members who said maybe.

McGirr
GGPatrol
Malcur
Yogi
JK
Jetcrew
kochy
timneva
AussieBob
blackcat
BJF
Lost
jaycamrie
meimarocu
Smartway
GeoffA
Paulp
mystq
GeeQue
gregnleanne
Swogjb
bert56
Diksta
Rod Camping
disco1
trekkn
duggie
Symon
coey
Bill
barraboy
MrBitchi
speewa158
rodsswag
Spender
JCAT
scoot
Draggin
Aussie Blue
hen
Chris J
taka motoki
kelli

So far 43
 
As a number will pull out I may hold off for now on any more interested parties until Jan 2012 when I will then confirm exact numbers who can go.

Mark

Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Rod Camping on October 03, 2011, 10:52:19 AM
Hey thanks Cat. Maybe I should look a bit more closely.
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: McGirr on October 30, 2011, 05:37:55 PM
So far we have the following members who have said yes to next years trip. I did not put down members who said maybe.

McGirr
GGPatrol
Malcur
Yogi
JK
kochy
timneva
AussieBob
blackcat
BJF
Lost
jaycamrie
Smartway
GeoffA
Paulp
mystq
GeeQue
gregnleanne
Swogjb
bert56
Diksta
Rod Camping
disco1
trekkn
duggie
Symon
coey
Bill
barraboy
MrBitchi
speewa158
rodsswag
Spender
JCAT
scoot
Draggin
Aussie Blue
hen
Chris J
taka motoki
kelli

So far 41
  


Just seeing how everyone whose name is on the list above are still able to make the trip. Only those who CANNOT make it let me know so I can remove your name.

Mark
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Diksta on October 30, 2011, 07:21:21 PM
any idea of dates you are looking at leading this one out mate?



Post 1000 for me

cheers

Diksta
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: McGirr on October 30, 2011, 07:49:08 PM
any idea of dates you are looking at leading this one out mate?



Post 1000 for me

cheers

Diksta

June / July Qld school holidays 2012

Mark
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: PETE03GU on October 31, 2011, 09:25:34 AM
Hey Mark,
              We put our hands up for this trip just before you closed it off due to increasing numbers, my name doesn't appear on the list. Just wanted to know if we can still join the trip as i'm in the process of booking in my annual leave for those dates. Cheers Pete
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: McGirr on October 31, 2011, 10:26:38 AM
Hey Mark,
              We put our hands up for this trip just before you closed it off due to increasing numbers, my name doesn't appear on the list. Just wanted to know if we can still join the trip as i'm in the process of booking in my annual leave for those dates. Cheers Pete

Hi Peta your on the list

McGirr
GGPatrol
Malcur
Yogi
JK
kochy
timneva
AussieBob
blackcat
BJF
Lost
jaycamrie
Smartway
GeoffA
Paulp
mystq
GeeQue
gregnleanne
Swogjb
bert56
Diksta
Rod Camping
disco1
trekkn
duggie
Symon
coey
Bill
barraboy
MrBitchi
speewa158
rodsswag
Spender
JCAT
scoot
Draggin
Aussie Blue
hen
Chris J
taka motoki
kelli
PETE03GU 
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: gclan on October 31, 2011, 10:57:47 AM
I'm planning a trip for 6 families to the Cape at the same time that you (and everyone else) will be up there. I may have to keep a close watch on your itinerary so that we're not fighting for campsites or queueing behind you all on the OTT ;D

By the sounds of it, I'll need to avoid the Jardine River when you are there as well as DH doesn't need much encouragement to have a go, and since he's taken to calling me croc bait already, I don't like my chances.
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: dunebuggy on October 31, 2011, 01:01:28 PM
Hi all, I haven't read the whole thread so please forgive me if this/these question(s) has/have been asked already. The wife and I are keen to give this a go.

I have basic off road experience, most was in a 4WD fire truck but plenty of private trips on sand and a bit in snow & some moderately rough tracks too. Even in my 2wd dunebuggy when I had it. You would be amazed where you can get in a dunebuggy. lol.

Anyway, just wondering what this trip requires. ie; skill level, equipment, vehicle mods, fuel reserves etc..
We have (will have) a 4wd and will also have an offroad CT by then. I firmly believe in safety in numbers so a trip like this would be awesome. As for this being a "Cape York" trip, all I know is where it is...no what to expect in the way of terrain, resupply points etc.. etc..

Many thanks in advance.
Stuart W.
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: McGirr on October 31, 2011, 01:41:45 PM
Hi all, I haven't read the whole thread so please forgive me if this/these question(s) has/have been asked already. The wife and I are keen to give this a go.

I have basic off road experience, most was in a 4WD fire truck but plenty of private trips on sand and a bit in snow & some moderately rough tracks too. Even in my 2wd dunebuggy when I had it. You would be amazed where you can get in a dunebuggy. lol.

Anyway, just wondering what this trip requires. ie; skill level, equipment, vehicle mods, fuel reserves etc..
We have (will have) a 4wd and will also have an offroad CT by then. I firmly believe in safety in numbers so a trip like this would be awesome. As for this being a "Cape York" trip, all I know is where it is...no what to expect in the way of terrain, resupply points etc.. etc..

Many thanks in advance.
Stuart W.
Hi Stuart

Regretfully I can only take so many people on these trips and as you can see we have a large number with their hands up already. All I can say is keep an eye on this as come January I will see what people who have their name on the list cannot make it and slot you guys in if possible.

Regarding what to expect and other things you mentioned I will be adding to the list these items and more after January when I have finalised the exact numbers. I hope this helps.

Mark

Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: dunebuggy on October 31, 2011, 09:01:35 PM
Thanks Mark.  :cheers:
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Dazbrook on November 06, 2011, 11:57:53 AM
Does anyone know if there is anything planned by anyone for a cape trip in Sept 2012???
We are hoping to go then.. Start of the school Hols or a week before so it overlaps...

We don't want to go on our own ( obviously )
It will be the whole family at the moment ( wife waiting on a date for her friends wedding in uk so if it coincides with sept then it will be just moi )

Sorry if I've hi jacked :-[

Dazza
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: king of the mountains on November 11, 2011, 06:40:13 PM
Hi Guys, i might be in, just got married last weekend in the vic high country and we are having our "honeymoon" next year and going to the cape, so far i have 5-6 other vehicles coming with us (kids included), we are leaving the canberra area june 1st and planning a 2 month trip up to cape then out to birdsville then possibley on to fraser. keep me posted on dates and so forth and we might see you there. cheers.
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Phil N on November 20, 2011, 08:57:57 PM
Count me in for a possible. I was considering going to the Cape nexty year, would appreciate some company.

Phil
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: brianm on November 29, 2011, 11:59:10 AM
We are keen, so I will continue to monitor this forum. We will be traveling with Mr Bitchy.... :cheers:
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Maîneÿ . . . on November 30, 2011, 10:22:14 AM
Hi,
I would LOVE to do this trip  ;D

However as I live in the diagonally opposite area of Australia, my own thoughts are to meet up with the rest of you at the designated starting point in Queensland.

I want to do a winter dirt road trip on the way over there  ;D

FROM  :   * Cape Leeuwin *    the most South/West point of Australia  
TO  :   * Cape York peninsular *    the most North/East point of Australia

. . . . . . . . . straight up through the red dirt centre of Australia

The trip just to get to Qld would be another great experience in itself  :cheers:

* How about any other Perth or SouthWest Australia guys consider coming along on something like this too *   :cup:

Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: trekkn on December 01, 2011, 09:52:13 AM
mainey we would be very interested in your trip from coast to coast have you worked out how long it would take you to get to the meet point in cairns?
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Maîneÿ . . . on December 01, 2011, 12:47:28 PM
mainey we would be very interested in your trip from coast to coast have you worked out how long it would take you to get to the meet point in cairns?

Nope, would not be a fast trip because most would be on the 'desert highways' so time would not be a priority, but safety and secure traveling would take precedence, it would be nice to get there on time and without any car problems caused by reckless abandonment on hills like 'Big Red' etc  ;D

I want to do a full video of the trip from start to finish too  :cup:
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: trekkn on December 01, 2011, 05:04:29 PM
Nope, would not be a fast trip because most would be on the 'desert highways' so time would not be a priority, but safety and secure traveling would take precedence, it would be nice to get there on time and without any car problems caused by reckless abandonment on hills like 'Big Red' etc  ;D

I want to do a full video of the trip from start to finish too  :cup:

we have only allowed a week each way to travel to and from cairns
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Maîneÿ . . . on December 01, 2011, 05:57:05 PM
we have only allowed a week each way to travel to and from cairns

should be easily doable in a week to get there, but I'm coming home via the wetlands and kakadu, Kimberley areas so will be taking some time of it  :cheers:

Taking the barra rod for some 'exercise' and a good feed
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Maîneÿ . . . on December 02, 2011, 12:40:50 AM
Spent time today looking for another set of tires more suitable for the long trip on corrugations and sandy conditions, picked on some Cooper Maxxx, but was told as I was going on sandy areas the tread pattern should not be too severe and should be more flat, and the Cooper AT3 would be the way to go?

I was told the Maxxx's severe tread patern will just dig a hole in the sand, and the flat surface of the AT3 will allow the vehicle to 'roll' along on the sand and not bog down.

Any thoughts on his reasoning, or I just believe the guy ??
the Maxxx was a dearer tire ???
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: MrCruza on December 02, 2011, 07:53:00 AM
In principle he's right. A more aggressive tread pattern tends to dig in in sand. Your trip however would be manily gravel tracks followed by some (!) muddy creek crossings up the cape. I'd go for the Maxx.

Personally I have my eye on a set of Maxxis Buckshots for the trip  ;D
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Teabag on December 02, 2011, 08:36:45 AM
Enjoy all, I will be leaving Cairns around the 16 or 18th June so we may pass you guys along the way.
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: trekkn on December 03, 2011, 12:40:05 PM
should be easily doable in a week to get there, but I'm coming home via the wetlands and kakadu, Kimberley areas so will be taking some time of it  :cheers:

Taking the barra rod for some 'exercise' and a good feed

sounds like a great plan will see how i go for time might be able to get a extra week off to get some barra fishing in my fav part of the country
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: JU5T1N on February 26, 2012, 10:47:43 PM
I'd be keen to join/catch up in July.  :cheers:

I'm leaving Sydney on 1st July I've already logged my holidays as minimum 4-5wks.

Will keep an eye out....I'll post up pic's later of my set up so you may recognise and say hello.
If any other members wish to join a July trip to the Cape let me know I'll start a new post to get a group in order.
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: trekkn on February 27, 2012, 09:26:26 AM
we are out theres to many people on this trip
hope you all have fun
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: TroyE on February 27, 2012, 09:11:39 PM
i'm still heading up in mid july and so far have only got one other vehicle along for the trip with us, so the more the merrier ;D oh and teabag I'm still keen as on that road report :cheers:

troy
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Diksta on March 18, 2012, 04:38:21 PM
I have dropped out, i will still be going to the cape, but thru my own mistake i won't be going with the my swag group, :(
i have dropped a message to McGirr
i hope to catch you all up there for a beer

cheers

Diksta
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: jaycamrie on March 18, 2012, 07:29:48 PM
I have dropped out, i will still be going to the cape, but thru my own mistake i won't be going with the my swag group, :(
i have dropped a message to McGirr
i hope to catch you all up there for a beer

cheers

Diksta
Thats a shame Diksta looks like we might be heading the same way camper might not be ready in time but we are still definitely going  might still see you up there couple of weeks later
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: Diksta on March 18, 2012, 07:37:57 PM
Thats a shame Diksta looks like we might be heading the same way camper might not be ready in time but we are still definitely going  might still see you up there couple of weeks later

sometimes Shit just happens
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: waxhead on March 26, 2012, 01:44:43 PM
I'll be leaving the GC on the Thursday 21st June Night and hope to leave Cairns early morning Saturday 23rd.
I had no idea this my swag trip was on, same destination/same dates as us.
I'll be swagging but my brother will be towing.
Title: Re: Expressions of interest Cape York 2012 Trip !!
Post by: McGirr on March 26, 2012, 03:08:28 PM
I'll be leaving the GC on the Thursday 21st June Night and hope to leave Cairns early morning Saturday 23rd.
I had no idea this my swag trip was on, same destination/same dates as us.
I'll be swagging but my brother will be towing.

It will cost you a case of beer to follow us......thats per vehicle on this trip (27)  :cheers:

Mark