Travelsafe with Toolsafe

Travel blog by Phil Scorgie – Open Road Touring (U-Tube channel link below)

Built Tough for Rugged Travel

Using ToolSafe for Long‑Distance Touring – Open Road Touring

For long‑distance travel across Australia’s backroads, ToolSafe has become one of the most reliable storage systems we’ve used on Open Road Touring. Its dust‑proof construction, smart compartment layout and rugged build quality make it ideal for anyone travelling through corrugations, bulldust and unpredictable weather.

What Gear We Store

ToolSafe gives us a secure, organised space for the gear we rely on every day when touring, including:

Recovery gear (snatch straps, shackles, gloves, tyre deflators)
Air compressor and tyre repair kit
Tools and spares (socket set, screwdrivers, fuses, hose clamps, belts)
Electrical gear (Anderson leads, chargers, solar cables)
Cooking and camp essentials (stove, sink, external shower and everything for excellent camp meals)
Fluids (engine oil, coolant, brake fluid)
First‑aid and safety equipment

Everything has a place, and everything stays where it should — even after hours of rough tracks.

How the Compartments Are Used

ToolSafe’s internal layout is designed for practical touring:

Full lefthand side kitchen
Righhand side storage for bulky items like compressors, recovery boards or tool rolls
Rear garage for the ladder, rubbish and firewood
Top‑access sections for frequently used items so you’re not unpacking the whole box
Tie‑down points to secure heavy gear and prevent movement on rough roads

This structure means you can pack once and access gear quickly without rummaging.

Why Dust‑Proofing Matters

Anyone who has driven the Gibb, Oodnadatta or Cape York tracks knows that bulldust gets into everything. Once it’s inside your storage system, it contaminates tools, clogs electrical connectors and ruins food and soft gear.

ToolSafe’s sealing system prevents this by:

Slam shut catches with central locking
Automotive‑grade rubber seals
Keeping fine dust out even in convoy conditions
Roof mounted vents to extract moisture

Your gear stays clean, functional and ready to use — which is critical when you’re days from the nearest town.

Performance on Corrugations, Bulldust and Rain

ToolSafe has proven itself across thousands of kilometres of outback travel:

Corrugations: The structure doesn’t flex or rattle, and the latches stay locked. No metal fatigue, no cracked hinges.
Bulldust: The seals hold. Even after long stretches of red dust, the interior stays clean.
Rain: The lid design and seals prevent water ingress during storms, river crossings and pressure‑wash cleaning.

In short, ToolSafe performs like a purpose‑built touring system, not just a storage box.

Here is a link to the YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@openroadtouring2410?si=QAqu_kGLraAGK-7I

Regards Phil