BRETT72
X-TRAIL HOLIC
Date Registered: 10-2005
Location: Orange. NSW.
TOTAL POSTS: 1999
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Re: The Bridle Track
Hey Greg,
I have replied to your pm, but I thought I would also add the info here for others.
Yes, there are warning signs stating not to take a CT along the Bridle Track, but almost every time I have been there, I have met one along the track. It just comes down to common sense and patience. If you meet someone on one of the bends, sound your horn and wait a little. It will extremely hard to reverse on some sections, so again patience both for yourself and to the guys coming the other way.
There are some excellent camping areas, some with drop toilets and free firewood.
The Hill End pub is not to be missed and has the best counter meals out back of the Pub.
Also, don't miss the chance to drive down to the Macquarie River (track leads to Orange), as this part of the river is by far the best. There are spots you could camp down there, but it does mean you will have to cross the river. Although it is low at present, the track down is pretty steep.
Just a couple of questions:
What size CT are you towing.
Are you using the standard towball or a treg hitch. The treg hitch will give better movement and won't come off (which can occur with a standard towball in the rough stuf)
Have you upgraded your brake package.
Do you have electric brakes.
What tyres are you running.
Anyway, you will have an excellent trip. It WILL be cold, so rug up. At present we are getting below zero each night, with tops below 10. Up Hill End way it does not really heat up due to the high ranges. Get some maps, Hill End / Bathurst / Sofala.
Have a great trip. If I can be of any more help, send me a pm.
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16/Jul/2008, 10:39 am
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jalalski
Date Registered: 02-2004
Location: SUTHERLAND, SYDNEY
TOTAL POSTS: 29100
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Re: The Bridle Track
Hi Brett,
What grade you would give this track for the xtrail?
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16/Jul/2008, 5:48 pm
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