I'm also new to it as well but am experienced with a map.
Off the top of my head BOAT is +-+-+- on OS maps (dont have one with me at the moment so check the legend) Though it doesn't mean it's actually open as some have restrictions (Traffic Regulation Order -TRO) on when you can use them. One near me is closed to traffic from October to April each year but is sign posted.
I went on line found that Oxford county council had an interactive map with all open BOATs highlighted. I also emailed the council asking if the map was up to date, I had a reply about 3 hours later telling me that it was and to enjoy them.
Try the local council mate
Thor
Off the top of my head BOAT is +-+-+- on OS maps (dont have one with me at the moment so check the legend) Though it doesn't mean it's actually open as some have restrictions (Traffic Regulation Order -TRO) on when you can use them. One near me is closed to traffic from October to April each year but is sign posted.
I went on line found that Oxford county council had an interactive map with all open BOATs highlighted. I also emailed the council asking if the map was up to date, I had a reply about 3 hours later telling me that it was and to enjoy them.
Try the local council mate
Thor
*minty*
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wickford90
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Best bet try local land rover owner clubs they will probably do laning days or any local off road / 4x4 clubs.
wickford90
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Forgot to mention make sure you have your own recovery equipment, decent strop and rated shackles front and rear is the minimum, a halfords tow rope just aint gonna do it.
Ryder
Having a senior moment
Just because a lane is open does not mean it is appropriate to drive it. General train of thought is that if the lane is going to be damaged by your driving through it then don't. similarly if you want to play in mud use a pay and play site.
Walk the lane before you drive it... or walk it in sections making sure that each walked section ends at a place where you can turn around without using some farmer's land.
Not preaching but many of us have fallen foul and neglected to properly look before we leap... it can end up in a world of pain... the last guy we went out to rescue was stuck for 68 hours before we got his vehicle back to the road.
Laning is fun though... and it is a great way to see the countryside in my opinion!
Walk the lane before you drive it... or walk it in sections making sure that each walked section ends at a place where you can turn around without using some farmer's land.
Not preaching but many of us have fallen foul and neglected to properly look before we leap... it can end up in a world of pain... the last guy we went out to rescue was stuck for 68 hours before we got his vehicle back to the road.
Laning is fun though... and it is a great way to see the countryside in my opinion!
trax99
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The mans talking sense.
