New Winch Challenge Rules released for 2009

The 4x4 Challenges rules committee have completed and released a further developed set of the well proven Winch Challenge competition rules to be used in 2009. Rule changes include; a required battery isolation switch, allowing the use of 4x4 Challenges log books, and a re-developed ‘Stowing the winch cable’ penalty. Read more

Rotorua Winch Challenge 2008 on 4wdTV

Watch 4wdTV's coverage of the 2008 Rotorua Winch Challenge online at WasabiTV.com.au. All 3 days of competition are covered with a running commentary provided by event organiser Sam Baddeley. Read more

New 'Stowing the winch cable' penalty and interpretation

The 'stowing the winch cable' penalty caused some confusion over the last competition year largely due to the wording of the rule leaving room for various interpretations. Because of this, the rules committee have developed a new rule in an attempt to eliminate confusion and simplify the application of this rule. Read more

New vehicle rules, an overview

A quick overview of the main changes to the vehicle rules. These involve aftermarket panels, a battery isolation switch and wheel spacers. Also included is how a 4x4 Challenges log book can help simplify your scrutineering process. Read more

Rules Review 2008, we need your thoughts

Working towards version 8, the rules committee has formed lists of upcoming and possible rule changes as well as items under consideration for possible future rule changes. Now is the time to have you say. Read more