Driving star pickets and pulling them out required specialized tools. In this video I aim to help save you money with a specialized star picket puller you can make yourself out of scrap steel. steel star picket – http://go.magik.ly/ml/bkz6/
Rapids, tranquil paddling and a bike transfer all come together in this 3km adventure along the Yarra at one of the best spots on the river. Enjoying an adventure does not have to be expensive, will all the paddling gear costing under $400. A spectacular Autumn day and two hours of free time see this adventure made possible. With an … Read More
A simple way to ensure that you work faster is to look after your tools. A wet day sees me refinishing my fencing hammer using simple hand tools. Some simple maintenance ensures that I get the job done quickly next time I am out on the fence line.
Sometimes a few little tricks are needed to complete small projects that you don’t use on normal size fences. This is one of them! Who would think that a few extra staples could make such a difference? This trick is not recommended for normal length fences. Buy chain strainers here https://amzn.to/2KvR8lf Buy Fencing pliers here http://go.magik.ly/ml/bky9/ Buy a tool belt … Read More
Short version! We take the Sierra (Samurai) up around Mount Stirling near Mansfield in Victoria. Two great days see us traveling some great tracks including the Monument track and King Basin Road. We take a dip under Bindaree Falls, camp at Craigs Hut and take some great photos at sunset. We then bump into cattle and tackle mud along the … Read More
A strong and simple end assembly for wire fences. Step by step build including the suggested dimensions and materials. Buy chain strainers here https://amzn.to/2KvR8lf My video showing the strainer knot is here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=59_0uyoReWM&t=1s
A free Saturday sees us getting out on the dirt bikes to Bunyip State Park near Gembrook in Victoria to have a blast in the bush. Not without mishap as I plow the WR400 into the ground over a jump, the day is full of adventure. Now I’m off to the Mechanic…. Tennessee Hayride by Audionautix is licensed under a … Read More
A weekend trip to Nagambie in Victoria sees us taking a few friends along. We share in a tasting and walk though the drives of Tahbilk winery. Oh, and of course we pick up some goats on the way home….. The midlife crisis continues.
We take the 4WD for one day on this amazing world heritage listed sand island off the coast of Queensland. Just a couple of hours north of Brisbane, Fraser Island is a must see destination. After being delayed catching the ferry, the tide beats us and we have to change course, missing Eli Creek, but still getting to Central Station … Read More
A hard week learning the ropes at Yering Station sees our young winemaking friend looking forward to a weekend trip to the island. A bit different to normal, we are lucky to have some French commentary on the best Island in Victoria, Phillip island. We also caught a great meal of 7 King George Whiting. Fried up on the beach, … Read More
I hire and ride a Vallkree Electric Bicycle for the first time around Noosa Heads in Queensland. A cool electric bike made in Byron Bay, Australia. Are you thinking about buying an electric bike? Are you like me, never ridden one before?…. or would you like to ride the streets of Noosa, Queensland, Australia? You can hire the bikes, like … Read More
Exploring the upper Noosa River in Queensland. From the jump off point of Harry’s Hut (an old logging hut), the Noosa river is a Kayaker’s paradise with numerous campsites only accessible from the water. We arrive by 4WD and have a great day exploring this gem of a river. fishing kayak one person – http://go.magik.ly/ml/bkz8/
First ride of the WR400F out of Powelltown in Victoria. Major day in the midlife crisis with a classic bush ride. A budget choice, the WR still has plenty to offer and gets you out into the bush for just a couple of grand. Started out here http://www.findacamp.com.au/camp-site.php?camp=1380 Missisipi Fireline Track and Lyrebird Track were highlights.
Two knots used to join barbed wire when straining. These knots should only be used with low tensile wire. Buy Chain Strainers here https://amzn.to/2KvR8lf
The midlife crisis continues as I ponder the origins of the midlife crisis and learn a new skill, crutching sheep!
Positive mid life crisis blog. This week I go back to the scene of my childhood beach holidays at Phillip Island, report on my progress in the 100 pushup a day challenge, continue selling clutter and find some time for a quick hunt before I catch up on some work in the paddock. Comment below with ideas or suggestions of … Read More
An afternoon clearing some undergrowth on the old Grey Ferguson tractor filmed with GoPro Hero 3+.
This midlife crisis week is spent looking after the new lambs, starting a pushup challenge and I have a stack on the Mountain bike while riding in the Silvan Dam reserve. I also update on the minimalism challenge, getting closer to the goal of a new motorbike! Carefree Melody by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution licence … Read More
Conditional formatting of google sheets allows you to identify data in a spreadsheet quickly and easily, here are three ways to use conditional formatting to identify trends, high and low values as well as visualize areas of interest in a spreadsheet. If you like this, please like and subscribe to get more how to’s and other videos.
The if function can be problematic if you want it to identify text. This video shows you how to easily teach Google Sheets to look for text. A powerful tool for making sense of data.
How to use an add on called flubaroo to automatically mark Google Forms. If you like the video, please help me out by liking and subscribing! New stuff periodically. Thanks a lot!
How to generate drop down lists using Google Sheets. Make your data entry much easier.
A quick guide to finding the percentage of values automatically in Google Sheets. If you like the video, please help me out by liking and subscribing!
Inserting Comments in Google Sheets using VLOOKUP, a powerful function that lets you assign comments next to values automatically. Can be used for the basis of reports or forms and requires little or no work. I show you how to fill out the formula and explain what each step means so you don’t forget. If you like this video, please … Read More
This time I expose the secret life of teachers on holidays, Kayak and Bike the Yarra River near Mount Lofty, attend the speckle park sale at the Royal Show, update on our results in the Steer Comp and feed some of the Goats.