Bush bashing fun

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Originally Posted by Slunnie

I wouldn't worry about it Wolfriver, there was clearly nothing else to be outraged by today so you happened to cop it all. Normally the members are incredibly decent. There are quite a few on here that like to 4WD for the sake of 4WDing, its challenges and whatever. Others question if they absolutely need to go there if they need to engage 4WD. I think you may have upset the caravan brigade. :lol2: Just ignore them and carry on. Hopefully you can learn something from the forum and the forum can learn something from you.

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I thought that it was sounding a bit like a caravan forum, especially the thread about the D4 not fit for towing.

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Originally Posted by Milton477

I thought that it was sounding a bit like a caravan forum, especially the thread about the D4 not fit for towing.

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I would have thought the D4 would be really good for towing, but you're probably right. Personally I don't believe in the 10% rule of thumb, its too much and makes the tow vehicle unstable with heavy trailers.

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Originally Posted by SPROVER

Or the "Variety Bash ". Those inconsiderate people raising money for others. Come on people lighten up a bit.

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"bush bashing" has a pretty specific meaning - damaging the bush.

As distinct from bash's other meanings.

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Originally Posted by Arapiles

"bush bashing" has a pretty specific meaning - damaging the bush.

As distinct from bash's other meanings.

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It has always meant off the track to me, whether 4WDing, bush walking or whatever. Its never meant damaging the bush to me.

Mind you, I can see that interpretation pretty easily.

What does "Bush bash / Bush Bashing" mean in Australia? The Outback Dictionary

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'Bush bash / Bush Bashing' meaning


3 definitions

• Karl
  long competitive running or motorcar race through the bush. Also can be the act of taking your vehicle into the bush and driving through trees, shrubs, scrub etc.
  
  
  
  
• Kibston
  An Australian term meaning to beat through thick bush, perhaps with a stick, usually off the marked track, whilst bush-walking.
  
  
  • Example: There is a lake over there, but you'll have to bush-bash to get to it.
  
  
  
  
  
• DsFreud
  According to the nature documentary I was watching it means trekking or hiking where little or no path exists.
  
  
  • Example: I could tell by the lack of a visible trail that I was in for a bush Bash
  
  
  
  

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Originally Posted by Arapiles

"bush bashing" has a pretty specific meaning - damaging the bush.

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Not true.

One can bash the bush without damaging it.

My interpretation of "Bush Bashing" is just that, driving through the scrub knocking over trees , knocking over anthills , driving along creek beds, circle work and other vehicle based environmental vandalism. Im no tree hugger , not by a long shot . But I find the term disagreeable & the usual culprits are from a more bogan demographic .

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Originally Posted by goingbush

the usual culprits are from a more bogan demographic .

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Bloody Toyota drivers!

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Originally Posted by goingbush

My interpretation of "Bush Bashing" is just that, driving through the scrub knocking over trees , knocking over anthills , driving along creek beds, circle work and other vehicle based environmental vandalism. Im no tree hugger , not by a long shot . But I find the term disagreeable & the usual culprits are from a more bogan demographic .

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the irony of your username isnt lost here.

Hi

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Originally Posted by goingbush

My interpretation of "Bush Bashing" is just that, driving through the scrub knocking over trees , knocking over anthills , driving along creek beds, circle work and other vehicle based environmental vandalism. I'm no tree hugger, not by a long shot. But I find the term disagreeable & the usual culprits are from a more bogan demographic .

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I think goingbush is right on there. "Bush bashing" is a word that conveys an image to people today that is negative. That's why sometimes one has to change the language that one might have used a few decades ago to one that will convey the right meaning and nuances in today's world. It's like the term "hacker" which has changed its meaning from 30 years ago. I would not use "bush bashing" or "bush basher" to describe what responsible drivers do when they explore the aussie bush. Though I can't think of a suitable replacement. Maybe this thread can suggest alternatives.

Mike

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Originally Posted by speleomike

Maybe this thread can suggest alternatives.

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environment eroding
ecosystem eradicating
nature nullifying
scrub smashing
wilderness wrecking
landscape liquidating
track trashing
trail taming