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Off Road Day at Venture 4x4, Wisbech - 24 September 2000The sun shone off the dappled dints in the bonnets, light bounced from grimy windscreens as the group descended upon Three Holes near Wisbech. It was to be a glorious, exciting day with little damage. Venture 4x4 is a small ten-acre site, which, if compared to Wild Tracks, seems less than impressive. It is very deceptive however, and one should not worry about size, or so I have been told. It actually offers a real challenge to the 4x4 driver and can lead to the undoing of a few.
There were many hidden traps to catch the unwary, and soon the ropes and winches were being used with great enthusiasm as people pulled themselves or others out of sticky, muddy situations. There was a great atmosphere as people worked and played in the sun, the owner of the course seemed happy and all seemed well with the world. Then Dave Brooke decides to go down the quad-bike track! A gentle reminder, and everyone is smiling again, although this adventure did cost Dave both his wing mirrors!
The rain didnt dampen the spirits, but added a new challenge to the driving. Tyres became far more important and I discovered that Id spent most of the day in two-wheel drive. On reflection, Im quite impressed how I coped without 4- wheel drive. Engaging the free - wheeling hubs certainly helped though, and I was able to sail round with ease as the rain poured down. The end of the day saw four of us helping each other around a very slippery track, before we called time and wearily drove home, muddy, but happy. Thanks for the great turnout and the help when needed. The owners at Venture 4x4 were also extremely helpful and were visible throughout the day. They have invited us to take part in a NITE RAID which involves driving Three Holes in the dark!! Theyll even provide a B.B.Q. Anyone interested? David Hunns (Photos by John Lawson) |