What a polite,respectful kinda guy! We could do with more like you around this area (Northamptonshire). Too many idiots ruining tracks and making their own! Nice to see someone doing it right 👍
@MachinaDesigns3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Paul really appreciate the kind words. We got to do our utmost to keep the countryside looking it’s best for generations to come. Thanks again for the feedback
@rworsdell19863 жыл бұрын
Great video. Ive been up there and around a few tracks in Wiltshire once in my pathfinder and was surprised how capable it was being standard. I'm still new to all this and little videos like this start to give confidence in planning my own route one day. Big 👍.
@MachinaDesigns3 жыл бұрын
Brilliant thank you for the feedback! You’ll be very surprised just how many great green lanes are around the Wiltshire area!
@domsdiary3 жыл бұрын
Love to see content like this coming from the UK finally and not just the aussies! keep doing whatcha doing man, do you ever camp whilst out with your 4x4?
@MachinaDesigns3 жыл бұрын
Thanks buddy. Yeah I sure do obviously depends where I’m at etc
@MachinaDesigns3 жыл бұрын
If you wouldn’t mind sharing it, that would be great. Have a look through my ranger playlist as there’s some trips in there that you may enjoy such as Strata Florida etc
@craiglangley92242 жыл бұрын
Great video, was thinking about going into the greenlaning side of the 4 x 4 hobby, very useful
@MachinaDesigns2 жыл бұрын
Thank you and I’m glad it’s helped. I’ve uploaded several more videos detailing how to plan and look for green lanes across the U.K which may be of interest
@Joetibbles3 жыл бұрын
I go there all the time as I live in north Dorset not hardcore but not easy it’s amazing.
@MachinaDesigns3 жыл бұрын
Definitely is great to get out there
@wild5693 жыл бұрын
sweet video, will be taking my L300 up to salisbury plain in a couple of weeks hopefully
@MachinaDesigns3 жыл бұрын
It’s pretty vast and has plenty of hidden gems to enjoy
@rosco46593 жыл бұрын
I'd love to live near Salisbury Plain, had some good times over there back in the day.
@MachinaDesigns3 жыл бұрын
I make the most of it all the time
@MegaJimbob732 жыл бұрын
kiff video. Never thought I'd be driving a 4x4 bakkie in the UK but we am what we am
@MachinaDesigns2 жыл бұрын
Haha likewise
@ranek.3 жыл бұрын
hey, nice video and really good for someone like me, absolute beginner!
@MachinaDesigns3 жыл бұрын
Awesome buddy glad you like it let me know if you wanna know more
@ranek.3 жыл бұрын
@@MachinaDesigns been looking around trying to find a club/something around my area, Heathrow... No luck so far, feels like all the good lanes are up north
@MachinaDesigns3 жыл бұрын
What do you drive? You’ll be very surprised on the thousands of amazing tracks we have down south. If you want the pinnacle the UK has to offer then you’ll definitely need to travel to places like Wales, Lake District etc. There are loads of clubs around that constantly go out on trips
@ranek.3 жыл бұрын
@@MachinaDesigns I drive a range rover l322 3.6 tdv8. I'll.keep. looking online and try to find some clubs nearby.
@runningfox50913 жыл бұрын
Great video, cheers mate!!
@MachinaDesigns3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@mybalzarichi462 жыл бұрын
Great vid mate
@MachinaDesigns2 жыл бұрын
Thank you appreciate it
@StephenMaunders2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for a great video! 😎👍
@MachinaDesigns2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the feedback sir
@DieselDudeOffRoad3 жыл бұрын
Great video.
@MachinaDesigns3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@CrueLoaf3 жыл бұрын
"If you cant get through, don't attempt it". Most people who are towed out probably didn't know they couldn't get through. :)
@MachinaDesigns3 жыл бұрын
Indeed or attempt obstacles way out of their and vehicles limits. But that’s how we learn I guess
@CrueLoaf3 жыл бұрын
@@MachinaDesigns good point. I got a new Defender but many off-road tracks are full of motorbikes which is a not off-putting.
@simonnelson77703 жыл бұрын
Really good video, thanks
@MachinaDesigns3 жыл бұрын
Thank you buddy appreciate it
@CrashNBang4x4 Жыл бұрын
Brilliant info, cheers :p
@MachinaDesigns Жыл бұрын
You’re welcome
@jasonpomfret63363 жыл бұрын
Nice looking truck. Do you have many trips out on the plains? Nice to see a fellow SA brother out in the mud.
@MachinaDesigns3 жыл бұрын
Yeah we hit the plains very often as it’s my back garden I make the most of it.
@jasonpomfret63363 жыл бұрын
@@MachinaDesigns have you got an email so can get involved with you guys if you don't mind.
@MachinaDesigns3 жыл бұрын
Yes machinadesigns1@gmail.com
@BushmanAOD3 жыл бұрын
@@MachinaDesigns maybe we can try do a Saffa meet up session there? They cool if we braai? ;)
@weatheredmess73003 жыл бұрын
I'm very much interested in getting into some green Laning and off-road trails. I don't suppose you'll respond to the comment but either way what recommendations would you make for a L322 Range Rover in terms of necessary preparations?
@MachinaDesigns3 жыл бұрын
Great stuff! Do it every chance you get and enjoy the outdoors. As for the Range Rover I would recommend some all terrain tires and from what I know they utilise air suspension which can be easily adjusted on the fly. The Range rovers are pretty heavy vehicles but very capable off-road. Once you get some good tires take her out and see how she reacts and performs. A snorkel is nice to have but not necessary as long as you don’t plan on crossing deep water. Ultimately have a good time off-road and enjoy the challenge of tackling the tracks with the L322. All the best
@ritchieorr31952 жыл бұрын
Hi your channel is very useful info for people looking into driving on green lanes. I am looking into buying a ford ranger wildtrack or a ford ranger raptor is ford the truck to buy ? Are they any good , reliable ect ? Thank you Ritchie
@MachinaDesigns2 жыл бұрын
Thank you appreciate the feedback. I have a video coming out on those very questions you’ve just raised which may help you in making your decision
@sb-fj4er3 жыл бұрын
What modifications have you done to your truck ?....great video btw 👍🏻
@MachinaDesigns3 жыл бұрын
simon booth thank you. I have an in depth video of my truck in the playlist. We’ll have a new rig rundown of a colossal truck live next Sunday
@JJ-ef7lb3 жыл бұрын
Great vid mate….when you travel byways or green lanes, is there normally an agreed direction or something to stop you coming head on with another?
@MachinaDesigns3 жыл бұрын
Thank you. That’s a good question. Unfortunately not as they are open to all traffic they can come from any direction at any time so as you can imagine on some very tight lanes it can prove to be pretty tricky
@JJ-ef7lb3 жыл бұрын
@@MachinaDesigns okay. Thanks for quick reply, and again really informative video, didn't even know my council had maps, but already found the Boats near me 👍🏼
@MachinaDesigns3 жыл бұрын
No problem at all and enjoy
@NicHolmes11 ай бұрын
Im new to UK, only been here a few months, would love to explore some routes around. Currently in South East Wales, where would I find routes? And are their routes suitable for soft roaders/cross overs? I drive a Q5. Super capable vehicle, just poor clearance and not great with rocks... Also you can spot a Saffa a mile away with his slops and shorts in the bush 😂
@MachinaDesigns11 ай бұрын
Haha yes you can! There are loads of tracks across wales but mostly rocky with rock steps and water crossings. I would suggest coming across to Salisbury and driving across Salisbury plain as it’s more forgiving and flatter. Now looking for routes or legal tracks you’ll need to visit council websites for the areas as they will indicate all the drivable tracks. I do have quite a few more videos on off-roading in the U.K. which may help you
@leememory1233 жыл бұрын
Hi great vid, i am new to green laning and would like to find more places to go, do you know of any fb or simular groups that i could join giving info or meetups in and around salisbury plains ? As this is local to me.
@MachinaDesigns3 жыл бұрын
leememory123 yeah just search Salisbury off-road or greenlaning etc there’s quite a few groups really. Appreciate the feedback
@stevesmith3556 Жыл бұрын
Surprised to see they let you so close to the range. I live near a base range and lot's of camping around. We can't go anywhere near this close.
@MachinaDesigns Жыл бұрын
When the range flags are down the “BOAT’s” / byways are free for anyone to travel down as long as you stick to them
@johnsheppard78093 жыл бұрын
Just got an 06 plate x trail... not the most off road ready car I know but I'd love to go and have a look and mess about a bit off road... are there any clubs or anything I can join or talk to just to get some more info
@MachinaDesigns3 жыл бұрын
Hi John, I doesn’t need to be an Everest conqueror by any means to enjoy some good off-road fun. Yes there should be clubs dedicated to the Xtrails or even a Nissan group will have some form of meet ups. That failed just stay in contact and I’m more than happy to guide and help wherever I can.
@johnsheppard78093 жыл бұрын
@@MachinaDesigns thanks for the reply, car is currently completely bone stock so I think before I do anything I'm gonna change the wheels at tyres to something a bit more all terrain... me and the wife went on a bit of a scout around our local area (weymouth) earlier on in the week but the fear of getting stuck or upsetting a farmer put us off a bit
@MachinaDesigns3 жыл бұрын
You’re not put off you’re being sensible about things which is good and you’re definitely on the right track getting some all terrains first then heading out. Give you that little bit more confidence off-road.
@johnsheppard78093 жыл бұрын
@@MachinaDesigns don't suppose you have a group that you could recommend that goes out at all that maybe once I've got some wheels and tyres sorted I could come and tag along with...
@MachinaDesigns3 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately not. I’m part of a Ford Ranger club and we do loads of events and meets. Not sure of other manufacturers I’m afraid
@scottnuttall52253 жыл бұрын
Whats the rules on lift kits and your wheels poking out from fenders?
@MachinaDesigns3 жыл бұрын
There are no rules on lift kits in the U.K. as for tyre poke that needs to be covered by wheel arch so you don’t spray other road users.
@scottnuttall52253 жыл бұрын
@@MachinaDesigns thank you im planning on buying my dads shogun off of him and doing a bit to it e.g wheels and maybe a lift
@MachinaDesigns3 жыл бұрын
@@scottnuttall5225 no problemo. Nice one man
@MotorcycleRiderUK2 жыл бұрын
Is there a GPS available rather than a map to identify Byways?
@MachinaDesigns2 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately not. But Gaia Maps is a great app to use available on your phone or iPad etc. It shows all the tracks but doesn’t distinguish which ones are which from byways to boats etc. I generally transpose routes from council websites which give you a accurate indication of which tracks are open and usable during the year
@MotorcycleRiderUK2 жыл бұрын
@@MachinaDesigns thank you for your reply and advice
@MachinaDesigns2 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome
@MachinaDesigns2 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome
@mikeontherocksuk3 жыл бұрын
Footpaths are green
@MachinaDesigns3 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@duncanfletcher20122 жыл бұрын
What is the music at the beginning
@MachinaDesigns2 жыл бұрын
What they call a sting or trap song for intros. No idea of the name of it
@STFSAFFER2 жыл бұрын
From South Africa dude?
@MachinaDesigns2 жыл бұрын
Yes buddy
@jamesrobson86822 жыл бұрын
Where did you get your snorkel from?
@MachinaDesigns2 жыл бұрын
I make them
@jamesrobson86822 жыл бұрын
@@MachinaDesigns tell me more......
@MachinaDesigns2 жыл бұрын
Message me on Instagram
@garethtaylor38133 жыл бұрын
Are you aloud to camp there
@MachinaDesigns3 жыл бұрын
Good question but unfortunately not. There are campsites local to the area which is great but would be epic if one could
@hughpeters2712 Жыл бұрын
"... you can mostly do that [explore the woodlands] on foot but unfortunately you cannot take your vehicle [off the track] into the plantations..." Wtf is wrong with these type of people? They don't want to get out of vehicles? Do they go to a drive in chiropodist? Have a mobility scooter to get from the sofa to the fridge for treats....?