Posted by the author on April 20th, 2011
An African adventure brings to mind images of rugged plains, shimmering deserts and endless savannahs teeming with dangerous wildlife. If this dream makes your heart race, it can become a reality with the right equipment and transportation. You could be camping in the middle of Africa’s unique biodiversity, exploring the landscape, and enjoying a completely unforgettable holiday jam packed with adventure and discovery. Of course, to do this you need the right 4×4 towing vehicle and a reliable heavy-duty off-road trailer.
When experts advise an off-road trailer with a tough body, strong structure and a slightly longer drawbar for increased control, you will find this in Echo 4×4 trailers. Long time off-roaders will also list the springs of the trailers as high priority in the choice of a good trailer. The springs are subjected to the most amount of stress as you negotiate very uneven and rough terrain. An expert would recommend leaf suspension as this gives better weight distribution, shock absorption as well as axle support. Check how the springs are installed, that they are not too tight making the trailer bounce, or too loose allowing the trailer to bottom out, and also that they have the right carrying capacity for your load.
Echo 4×4 Centre is the founding member of SATA, the South African Trailer Association and has dealers networked all over South Africa, Namibia and Botswana. Founder and avid off-road enthusiast, Willie Grobler, has carefully tested and developed a product range that incorporates the latest technology, contemporary design and the strictest quality controls which all ensure the products’ lifetime reliability and good resale value. The strongest materials and state of the art manufacturing methods along with rigorous testing in the some of the most extreme conditions of heat, cold, rain, and dust means the product is of the highest quality. You will also find excellent after-sales support through their wide network of dealers. Each dealer will provide you with service warranties, technical back up, and upgrade options.
At the Echo 4×4 Center there is a unique range of off-road campers, trailers and caravans on offer. All of which have seen great success in the camps of off-road enthusiasts throughout South Africa and in many other countries. Let us outline a few features of some of these trailers. The two person Namib off-road caravan is rugged, structurally strong and has excellent all-terrain handling. It is comfortable with plenty of packing space and is designed to handle the most forbidding territory. With a walk-in shower, onboard geyser, fully equipped kitchen with 90 litre fridge this little trailer packs a punch. If there are more of you traveling then the Kavango or the ‘Beast’ may be an option for you. This top of the range caravan sleeps 2 to 4 adults, is hardy and tough and surprisingly gives a five-star travel experience. You would never be without your essentials with a full shower unit, fully functioning kitchen, 2 plate gas cooker, 4 drawers, hot water supply to the kitchen and shower and more.
Other top products in the Echo range are the Echo Trailers 3, 4 and 5. The Echo 5 comes standard with a fridge and grocery slider, stainless steel kitchen table, vanity compartment, pot trays and other handy storage areas. It has aluminum stone protectors and secure container locks on all doors. The Echo 3 and 4 off-road trailers provide camping comfort for a family of as many as two adults and three children. They are light weight and therefore easy to tow, but are exceptionally durable and rugged enough for any wilderness terrain. You have two other exciting options and that is the roof top tent or just an equipment carrying trailer. In this range there are the roadsters which are uniquely designed in either an off-road or on-road model. Echo’s roof top tents are the only heavy-duty tents available with a unique single movement pitching system with its own self support. These tents are 100% waterproof and are manufactured from UV-varnished PVC canvas with tested, welded seams. At the Echo 4×4 off-road centre you will find all your heart may desire for your African adventure.
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