Gladiator Build & Adventure - 18 months around Australia with The Road Chose Me

[Trout Safari]

Very enjoyable video as always Dan. So did you find out what the little platforms are?

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[Dan Grec]

Very enjoyable video as always Dan. So did you find out what the little platforms are?

Thanks for the kind words - and no, we still don't have a solid answer.
It appears to be some kind of hybrid table/chair so you don't have to eat off the ground.. but it does a terrible job at both options.... so they're very useless.

-Dan

 

[Dan Grec]

Hi All,

Katie and I learned of a "Secret Spring" in a remote location with waterfalls, swimming and some cool 4x4ing required to get in there.

This sounded like the perfect adventure for us, so we set out to see what was out there, and I filmed this episode about it.

Locals have sworn me to secrecy on this one, sothe goal of this video is to inspire you to get out on your own "Secret Spring" adventure!

I hope you enjoy seeing more of wild and remote Australia



-Dan

 

[QuintusMaximus]

Very cool trip

 

[Dan Grec]

Hi Everyone,

The Gibb River Road in Northern Western Australia might actually be the pinnacle of remote long-distance 4x4 travel.
It certain is in the top five routes I've ever done in my life.

With tons to see and do, this was an epic 8 day trip that we won't soon forget
Join us as we take you on a journey that is 1300km long! (800mi)



-Dan

 

[Dan Grec]

Hi Everyone,

We're moving along the coastline of Western Australia, and we recently spent time in the Pilbara region.
This area is famous for bright red dirt, rock formations and extremely large distances and remoteness.
As we found out, they were not kidding!

We also tackle the longest river crossing of the expedition, find some warm springs and plenty of other stunning locations.



-Dan

 

[Dan Grec]

Hi All,

We've been exploring in and around the stunning Karijini National Park in the Pilbara region of remote Western Australia.
The distances out here are staggering, and the long range fuel tank is getting a work out.

From stunning red rocks to canyons, waterfalls, wild camps and crazy Australian warning signs we checkout the stunning landscapes in the area.

Jump aboard to see what it's all about.



-Dan

 

[Dan Grec]

Hi All,

Have you ever dreamed of driving around the world without shipping or flying your vehicle?
All you have to do is drive a Jeep that is also a boat, which is exactly what Ben & Elinore Carlin did in their amphibious Jeep named "Half-Safe"

Their journey and story is utterly mind-blowing, and while reading the book I just kept thinking it couldn't possibly be real.
The adventure is off the scale, the sights, the risks, the absurdity of it all.

And now I have the proof it really did all happen!
I visited Half-Safe, laying my eyes on the actual Jeep, and I'm still grinning like mad!

I don't believe this adventure will ever be topped, and is the pinnacle of "Drive Around The World".

Come along as I walk you through the entire story, showing off Half-Safe in it's final display location in Western Australia.



-Dan

 

[Dan Grec]

Hi all,

The coastline of Western Australia is utterly breathtaking and includes some world-famous sights that have been a must visit for me for a couple of decades.

Driving to the edge of the earth in such spectacular scenery is one of many highlights on this continent, and has to be seen to be believed.



-Dan

 

[IOS-XR]

Dan, beautiful video as always! My family enjoys your videos and I wish I had the guts/ability to do what you guys are doing.

 

[Dan Grec]

Dan, beautiful video as always! My family enjoys your videos and I wish I had the guts/ability to do what you guys are doing.

Thanks very much, I appreciate the kind words!

-Dan

 

[Dan Grec]

Hi All,

This adventure is nearing it's end, and I've listed the Gladiator for sale.
With over $24,000 USD in upgrades and gear you can take advantage of the strong US Dollar and have that Australian adventure you have always wanted. I'll pick you up at the Melbourne airport, you swing by a supermarket and your adventure begins.

For the Gladiator and all gear, I'm asking $75,000 USD.

Full details & photos in this Expo For Sale thread:
https://expeditionportal.com/forum/...-turnkey-fully-outfitted-in-australia.235641/

Fire away with any questions.

-Dan

 

[Dan Grec]

Hi all,

I'm feeling at a bit of a loose end now that Katie has flown back to Canada, so I caught up with Josh in his big Land Cruiser 78 Troopie and went out on a boys 4x4 trip for a few days!

Josh took me to stunning coastlines, deep sand and unbelievable campsites along the South Western coast of WA.

Check it out on the latest YouTube episode:



-Dan

 

[Dan Grec]

Hi All,

I've been extremely busy in the last few weeks, including driving the world's most remote road with my Dad (video on that is still in the works), driving back 6,500km, returning the Gladiator to mostly stock and now selling it!

Here's a catch up:

Part 3 of my review series where I talk about the mistakes I made on the build and the lessons I've learned:


And now my "Final Thoughts" video as I've just sold the Jeep this morning:


It's been a HUGE adventure, and I'm scrambling to get back to Canada before Christmas. There's a ton of snow on the ground, which is going to be a shock.

-Dan

 

[Dan Grec]

Hi All,

Tons of people have been asking why I choose to live in Canada.

Why would I subject myself to these freezing temperatures and nasty weather when I could be sitting on the beach in Australia... ?

It's a good question, and the topic of today's "Christmas Story" special video.
Join me on YouTube as I cross the world in 85 hours, spend time with an old friend and explain myself.

Also driving on snow & ice is completely insane.
I'm extremely thankful to have great winter tires!



-Dan

PS There is still one more mega video of Australian adventures to come.... But in the mean time I'm going to take a few weeks off YouTube. Merry Christmas everyone!

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