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    4WD Warehouse

    A straight look at 4WD Warehouse in South Africa: what they sell, what to check first, who it suits, and when to look for live 4x4 deals.

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    Outdoor gear sales: seasonality and when prices drop

    It's the week before Easter and the tent you want is full price everywhere. When camping and hiking gear actually comes down in South Africa, and what to buy when.

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    Shopping outdoor gear online: seasonal stock, returns and warranty claims

    Pitch the tent in the garden before the trip, not at the campsite. The checklist for buying outdoor gear online: seasonal stock, returns windows and how warranty claims actually work.

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    Tents, sleeping bags and the three specs that matter

    2am in the Drakensberg, the tent is leaking and the sleeping bag said "3 seasons". The three specs that decide whether you sleep: waterproof rating, temperature rating and packed weight.

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    Brave Hardy

    You want outdoor clothes built to last, not trendy pieces that fall apart after one proper hiking season. Brave Hardy is that option.

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    Braai Boutique

    A straight look at Braai Boutique: kamados, gas braais, smokers and wood chunks, the returns catch, who it suits, and when to check for live deals.

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    4x4 Mega World

    You want to kit out your 4x4 with proper off-road gear and camping kit, but you don't want to hunt across five different suppliers to get everything you need in one trip. That's what 4x4 Mega World do

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    Cape Union Mart

    You need outdoor gear that actually works in South African conditions, but you don't want to hunt three different shops for a hiking boot, a waterproof jacket and a headlamp. That's the space Cape Uni

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    Outdoor and Camping Deals in South Africa: The Buyer's Guide

    Outdoor gear has the most punishing buying pattern in South African retail: everyone shops in the same two weeks (just before Easter and just before December) at exactly the moments prices are firmest

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