That looks like that billabong on the first day mud SS we did last year that was great fun that section
Mal
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Outback Challenge 2009
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Outback Challenge 2009
Here are some pics of car 6 Team GT (Neil Cooper & Chris Hummer)
http://photobucket.com/Team_GT_OBC2009
http://photobucket.com/Team_GT_OBC2009
Re: Outback Challenge 2009
All that truck needs is Daisy Duke laying accross the bonnet with a Budweiser in her hand.Dynamic GQ wrote:Here are some pics of car 6 Team GT (Neil Cooper & Chris Hummer)
http://photobucket.com/Team_GT_OBC2009
Joe.
To succeed, focus on the solution, not the problem.
To succeed, focus on the solution, not the problem.
I hope you win Powerball soon mate as it's probably the only way I'll get to compete at the OBC againadam kenny wrote:As soon as i win Powerball i will have the truck and get The fish on board. would set him up with a live web cam strapped to his head and a laptop streaming into everyones PC at home so we could relive the unique experience that the OBC offers.
I reckon the footage from me swimming back stroke across the billabongs might get a bit boring though 
Like others have said once you've done one OBC the bug bites you deep and there is nothing else like it. If you are thinking about doing it then make sure you do. It's certainly an experience you will never forgetadam kenny wrote:Anyone who has a truck ready to race then you must do the OBC to give you a life experience that will stay with you for...well.... life.
But back to the serious stuff though has anyone heard whether the event has moved on to Poolamacca. I thought Hobzee might have made contact by now but nothing.
Cheers, The Fish
i spoke to Huddy today after i sent him a sms pic of some shockers 
They were heading through broken hill on their way to poolamacca.
He said his car was stuffed, he was sick of fixing it but they are still going and having a ball!!
Anthony Kilner & Andrew are out, something to do with gearbox.
Bills auto is stuffed , has no drive at all.
He said they were very impressed with the General Grabbers! He drove 3 - 4 kms on totally flat tyres. stopped and pumped them up at the end of the stage . both tyres still OK!!
They were heading through broken hill on their way to poolamacca.
He said his car was stuffed, he was sick of fixing it but they are still going and having a ball!!
Anthony Kilner & Andrew are out, something to do with gearbox.
Bills auto is stuffed , has no drive at all.
He said they were very impressed with the General Grabbers! He drove 3 - 4 kms on totally flat tyres. stopped and pumped them up at the end of the stage . both tyres still OK!!
When I first read that Bill was out due to a prob with the auto I wondered it was a result of letting Wally do the driving again like he did last year in the sand! But then I noticed in the scores that Warren is navvy this year...so I guess it can't be Wally's fault after all !krimnl wrote:i
Bills auto is stuffed , has no drive at all.
Gutted for Bill though.
Like others have said, the OBC gets under your skin. One of those things in life that you can't just tick off the list and say 'Done that!' - there is something about it that makes you want to go back! Hope it is still running when Dave and I get the time and money together to get over there again.
Got a phone call from I think(?) Car 19 Bruce Borchardt & Kean Peard NSW today at work, they were trying to ring Hobzee and it diverted to the office.
Apparently they were in Broken Hill and trying to get onto Paul Van der Horst to let him know that they were pulling out and not going to rejoin the field. That's what I could make out from the average phone reception anyway.
Haven't had any updates for a while
Go Lawrie and Hobzee
Dan
Apparently they were in Broken Hill and trying to get onto Paul Van der Horst to let him know that they were pulling out and not going to rejoin the field. That's what I could make out from the average phone reception anyway.
Haven't had any updates for a while
Go Lawrie and Hobzee
Dan
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Scores afer SS12
Place Car # DRIVER NAVIGATOR State Total
1 22 Greg Scanlon Liam Nunns VIC 1016
2 27 Lawrie Sternbeck Steve Hobbs QLD 936
3 15 David Cameron Daniel Dewit VIC 931
4 3 Brett Chynowyth Rob Bartch VIC 868
5 6 Neil Cooper Chris Hummer VIC 837
6 28 Huddy Adrian Parker VIC 817
7 2 Max Baerlocher Cosmo Scarpin NSW 765
8 12 Alan Mai Stuart Schoof VIC 759
9 4 Graeme Filer Jeff Winter QLD 758
10 14 Nunzio Coffaro Daniel Meneses VENEZUELA 745
11 24 Jeff Redman Jason Forssan VIC 728
12 11 Nick Mannell Torben Hansen NSW 709
13 5 Alan McMullin Shayne Barkly VIC 694
14 21 Andy Miller Robbie Calvert VIC 667
15 9 Renny Rodriguez Daniel Avellaneda VENEZUELA 663
16 8 John Clemens Tony Bright NSW 605
17 20 Laurie Griffiths Mani Kafantaris NSW 422
18 16 Brett Burns James Simonds VIC 342
19 7 Michael Hingerty Tim Hunter NSW 126
Place Car # DRIVER NAVIGATOR State Total
1 22 Greg Scanlon Liam Nunns VIC 1016
2 27 Lawrie Sternbeck Steve Hobbs QLD 936
3 15 David Cameron Daniel Dewit VIC 931
4 3 Brett Chynowyth Rob Bartch VIC 868
5 6 Neil Cooper Chris Hummer VIC 837
6 28 Huddy Adrian Parker VIC 817
7 2 Max Baerlocher Cosmo Scarpin NSW 765
8 12 Alan Mai Stuart Schoof VIC 759
9 4 Graeme Filer Jeff Winter QLD 758
10 14 Nunzio Coffaro Daniel Meneses VENEZUELA 745
11 24 Jeff Redman Jason Forssan VIC 728
12 11 Nick Mannell Torben Hansen NSW 709
13 5 Alan McMullin Shayne Barkly VIC 694
14 21 Andy Miller Robbie Calvert VIC 667
15 9 Renny Rodriguez Daniel Avellaneda VENEZUELA 663
16 8 John Clemens Tony Bright NSW 605
17 20 Laurie Griffiths Mani Kafantaris NSW 422
18 16 Brett Burns James Simonds VIC 342
19 7 Michael Hingerty Tim Hunter NSW 126
MissForbyNoob wrote:
and one day i'll just become a worthless housewife.
and one day i'll just become a worthless housewife.
We thought them good too....our 1st yr.(2000) we used Generals on the Vit, SIZE, wait for it, 30" ha ha. never had a puncture or any probs. even finishing the week with splayed front wheelskrimnl wrote:
He said they were very impressed with the General Grabbers! He drove 3 - 4 kms on totally flat tyres. stopped and pumped them up at the end of the stage . both tyres still OK!!
Good to see Greg&Liam are keeping their no 1 spot . How close are Laurie & Dave.....Pity teams are having to withdraw tho.....we feel for them!
Last day today and I'm sure everyone will give it stick!
Good Luck ya all and thanks again for all the brills updates & pix....
PS would like to take this opportunity to invite all the girls to join my "4x4 Chick Drivers" Group on Face Book
PS would like to take this opportunity to invite all the girls to join my "4x4 Chick Drivers" Group on Face Book[/quote]
Sure will Celia!
Same as what everyone else has said about competing at OBC, if you ever get the opportunity to compete go for it, best experience ever!!
It bites you can you just want to go back again.
I'm itching to get back behind the wheel and race again, just need to wait a little bit longer, after our baby is born in August.
Sure will Celia!
Same as what everyone else has said about competing at OBC, if you ever get the opportunity to compete go for it, best experience ever!!
It bites you can you just want to go back again.
I'm itching to get back behind the wheel and race again, just need to wait a little bit longer, after our baby is born in August.
Bringing you regular updates at Outback Challenge this year!!!
obc
[/quote]Sure will Celia!
Same as what everyone else has said about competing at OBC, if you ever get the opportunity to compete go for it, best experience ever!!
It bites you can you just want to go back again.
I'm itching to get back behind the wheel and race again, just need to wait a little bit longer, after our baby is born in August.
Hey Alison, good 4 u, I look 4ward to your contributions, there aren't many members who actually drive! Good to hear u wish to continue competing also.... after bub arrives.....Huge congrats, that's v. exciting news.
U know I have designed & make a babysling, *picanini pouch, and there's a camou one esp for going bush check out my website.....see what u think?
www.babysling.com.au
All the best,
Celia xx
Just heard from Bruce seems they did a Seal between transfer & auto and its dumping oil thinks he got a couple of second place stage placeshobzees4wdshop wrote:Got a phone call from I think(?) Car 19 Bruce Borchardt & Kean Peard NSW today at work, they were trying to ring Hobzee and it diverted to the office.
Apparently they were in Broken Hill and trying to get onto Paul Van der Horst to let him know that they were pulling out and not going to rejoin the field. That's what I could make out from the average phone reception anyway.
Haven't had any updates for a while
Go Lawrie and Hobzee
Dan
Mal
has anyone got a handle on potential points to be won on the last day (assuming 2 staghes today?)...and even better what the last stage looks like in terms of latest positions? it is fair to say the mighty (and sunny) state of VIC is well represented... (yes i am jumping on the bandwagon, why wouldn't i!)
Hope see some results ASAP.
thanks.
P.S. Fish, no Powerball win last night D'oh.
Hope see some results ASAP.
thanks.
P.S. Fish, no Powerball win last night D'oh.
Found this on ABC online news.........mmmm
Outback 4x4 Challenge nears finish line
Posted 6 hours 27 minutes ago
Map: Broken Hill 2880
The Outback 4x4 Challenge is nearing completion, with car 22 leading the field.
Car 22 is first in the field but competition manager, Paul Vanderhorst, says the leaders can be caught in the last leg.
He says the Broken Hill team is doing well, despite mechanical problems.
Mr Vanderhorst says the wet conditions have caused a range of problems, forcing three cars to pull out.
"We've got engines that are not working, we've got gearboxes that are not working, some people - their cars are terminal - so they've retired from the event," he said.
"But all in all they're really keen to keep their cars mobile and keep it going for the rest of the challenge."
Outback 4x4 Challenge nears finish line
Posted 6 hours 27 minutes ago
Map: Broken Hill 2880
The Outback 4x4 Challenge is nearing completion, with car 22 leading the field.
Car 22 is first in the field but competition manager, Paul Vanderhorst, says the leaders can be caught in the last leg.
He says the Broken Hill team is doing well, despite mechanical problems.
Mr Vanderhorst says the wet conditions have caused a range of problems, forcing three cars to pull out.
"We've got engines that are not working, we've got gearboxes that are not working, some people - their cars are terminal - so they've retired from the event," he said.
"But all in all they're really keen to keep their cars mobile and keep it going for the rest of the challenge."
80 points is a big margin to make up on the last day, all Greg needs to do is drive smart and stay out of trouble and the rock will be his tonight. I cant see him loosing it unless he does something silly.TRobbo wrote:if he holds out it will be a well deserved win for Greg
Joe.
To succeed, focus on the solution, not the problem.
To succeed, focus on the solution, not the problem.
Yeah will be good to see Greg hang on as he deserves it 
Hopefully Lawrie & Hobzee are still at the pointy end challenging for a podium finish as Lawrie has always been close
Here's a couple of pics at the morning mud stage taken by Mrs. Fish. This may help to keep the tragics amused while we wait for some more news
Drag race OBC style Dave Cameron overtaking one of the Venezeulan teams during the stage
Looks like the usual traffic jam in the Viewmont mud with winch ropes everywhere
Really helps to be one of the first to start these stages
Cheers, The Fish
Hopefully Lawrie & Hobzee are still at the pointy end challenging for a podium finish as Lawrie has always been close Here's a couple of pics at the morning mud stage taken by Mrs. Fish. This may help to keep the tragics amused while we wait for some more news
Drag race OBC style
Dave Cameron overtaking one of the Venezeulan teams during the stage Looks like the usual traffic jam in the Viewmont mud with winch ropes everywhere
Really helps to be one of the first to start these stages Cheers, The Fish
Well as it comes to an end and we all wait on the result. All wishing we were there
I think they are all winners. From the Marshals to the competitors, landowners and event management team, all the mates in sheds helping to prep for the event and the families that support us all. Last but not least all the people in the Hill who open the boarders every May!
Well done to all and hope you all have a safe trip home
I think they are all winners. From the Marshals to the competitors, landowners and event management team, all the mates in sheds helping to prep for the event and the families that support us all. Last but not least all the people in the Hill who open the boarders every May!
Well done to all and hope you all have a safe trip home
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Ginger in not a color it is a state of mind!
Ginger in not a color it is a state of mind!
Well said Paul......I must admit we're so excited to hear the final result tho....how good if Greg remained on top...it's so hard also cos we wished they all could win too.Ginger Patrol wrote:Well as it comes to an end and we all wait on the result. All wishing we were there
I think they are all winners. From the Marshals to the competitors, landowners and event management team, all the mates in sheds helping to prep for the event and the families that support us all. Last but not least all the people in the Hill who open the boarders every May!
Well done to all and hope you all have a safe trip home
Do u note my id pic???...I found it in the archives!!! 2000 Brumbies Run I think?? or the Gorge Run! don't ask how I got the rock stuck there!!! but thats the little General Grabbers for u!
& I hear u say...Only a women could do that! ....how clever!! Thanks again to every1 for amazing pix & reports....how will we cope until another year?
Krimnl
Will be hard for Coops to make third unless current third and fourth stuffed up badly after SS12.
Greg Scanlon and Lian Nunns 1016
Lawrie Sterbeck and Steve Hobbs 936
Dave Cameron and Daniel Dewit 931
Brett Chynowyth and Rob Bartch 868
Neil Cooper and Chris Humner 837
That puts them some 94 points behind third. Go Dave
I'm with you MAL roll on Cliffhanger. Unfortuately can't be there this year but have already told Paul put me down for OBC.
Will be hard for Coops to make third unless current third and fourth stuffed up badly after SS12.
Greg Scanlon and Lian Nunns 1016
Lawrie Sterbeck and Steve Hobbs 936
Dave Cameron and Daniel Dewit 931
Brett Chynowyth and Rob Bartch 868
Neil Cooper and Chris Humner 837
That puts them some 94 points behind third. Go Dave
I'm with you MAL roll on Cliffhanger. Unfortuately can't be there this year but have already told Paul put me down for OBC.
yeah but its just the Hummer & 3rd place thingRangieRacing wrote:Krimnl
Will be hard for Coops to make third unless current third and fourth stuffed up badly after SS12.
Greg Scanlon and Lian Nunns 1016
Lawrie Sterbeck and Steve Hobbs 936
Dave Cameron and Daniel Dewit 931
Brett Chynowyth and Rob Bartch 868
Neil Cooper and Chris Humner 837
That puts them some 94 points behind third. Go Dave
I'm with you MAL roll on Cliffhanger. Unfortuately can't be there this year but have already told Paul put me down for OBC.
Outback Challenge 2009
Hummer & Coops were actually placed 4th aft SS12 & won SS13.
Greg, Laurie & David all DNF'd.
Hummer & Coops sitting in 2nd aft SS13
Greg, Laurie & David all DNF'd.
Hummer & Coops sitting in 2nd aft SS13
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