Indholdsfortegnelse for Issue 578 i Caravan World

New data from Tourism Research Australia has revealed Australia’s RV and camping visitor economy is going from strength to strength, reaching record numbers for the year ending March 2018. The latest figures have revealed that national overnight domestic camping trips have reached 11.84 million (rolling annual) in a 3.5 per cent increase from March 2017. Total nights spent RVing and camping increased by 3.5 per cent across Australia to reach a record 51.3 million for the year ending March 2018. Camping trips also proved popular with a wide age demographic, with the most prominent age groups being the 30 to 54-year market and the 55+ market. The 20-29 age group also recorded significant growth, increasing their trips by 11 per cent from the previous year to 2.1 million trips for…

The NSW Government has slashed the cost of registering caravans and camper trailers by 40 per cent. The reduction in the motor vehicle tax for private caravan owners will come into effect from 1 November 2018. Minister for Roads, Maritime and Freight Melinda Pavey says it will allow people to spend their money on the things they love, including camping and caravanning around NSW. “The change will apply to towed caravans and purpose-built camper trailers weighing up to 4.5 tonnes, putting a saving of up to $471 back into the pockets of hardworking families across the state.” Member for Lismore Thomas George says light vehicles including caravans attract a motor vehicle tax based on the vehicle’s weight. “This tax is part of the cost associated with registering a vehicle in…

In this issue, one of the caravans I reviewed is a Nova Metrolink single axle on-road caravan. An option available was a grey water tank which the dealer had chosen to fit. A little unusual given it’s an on-road caravan, but a welcome addition nonetheless. For decades now, grey water tanks have been standard on motorhomes and fifth wheelers to give them full self- containment — something by definition that includes grey water containment. However, that’s something apparently reluctantly embraced by the mass caravan industry. In these times of an increasingly fragile world ecosystem, along with our rising ability to get to places hitherto protected by location and/or distance, it’s encouraging to see that full self-containment for caravans is being taken a little more seriously these days. “Concorde has a…

AIRBAG DEBATE Q Hi CW, Some folks tell me that they have rear airbags on their tug and therefore don’t need a WDH. I thought they did different things and even if you had airbags, if the rear of the vehicle drops by more than 20mm, a WDH is worth using to restore weight back to the front axle. Could you please give me some info on this? Which of us is correct? I appreciate your response to this query. Sally Jones, via email A Hi Sally, Here are my thoughts... • When towing, the best scenario is to have the complete rig (vehicle and caravan) as level as possible. • Airbags in the tow vehicle can be used to help with rear suspension sag when you are towing…

There are few pleasures more enjoyable in this world than cruising the open highway with your caravan behind, taking in the sights of this great country; stopping when it takes your fancy and then moving on when it seems about time. It’s a pleasure that can be enjoyed at pretty much any age after you gain your licence, but it’s more likely to come to most people from their mid-30s onwards, and for many it’s all part of that dream life that is their due following retirement. The problem can be that it all costs money, not simply for the initial outlay for your tow vehicle and the van but for all the ancillary gear such as camp chairs, outside tables, lighting and the many other small items which make…

Many people in our last two generations have had a brilliant ‘anti-waste’ motto drilled into them: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. According to the National Waste Report, we Australians recycled 60 per cent of our waste in 2014-15. Encouragingly, research conducted by Planet Ark found 85 per cent of Australians agree that recycling at home is the right thing to do — and 78 per cent agree that recycling at home is easy and convenient. On the home front, we try to put our recycling brain into gear whenever possible. Our local tip shop is our ‘go-to’ destination for all manner of household effects and gardening materials. The great thing about these tip-based commercial outlets is that they can offer an easier option for people to drop off their goods for recycling…

Family is the basic unit of society. It’s a truism that’s accentuated even further on holidays with the tribe in tow. CW recently discovered a value-for-money family-oriented on-roader, and as its moniker indicates, it’s purpose-built for family exploration. Yes, the Eden Explorer 21 Family caters perfectly for the whole clan — especially the ‘kiddiewinks’. This classy, well-built double-bunk van — manufactured not surprisingly by Eden Caravans, a close-knit family business based in Campbellfield, Vic — promotes family togetherness. “This classy, well-built double-bunk van — manufactured not surprisingly by Eden Caravans, a close-knit family business based in Campbellfield, Vic — promotes family togetherness" Proprietor Paul Nedanis and his three sons — Damien, 28, Josh, 24, Adam, 20 — have hit a sweet spot with the Explorer, which will impress any modern…

Here’s a question: is travelling in small-sized caravans still possible? A cursory glance through many caravan dealerships suggests no, from an availability point of view. However, a bit of tenacity will uncover some brand-new caravans under 5m (16ft 5in), for sale. Indeed, there are even some of shorter length, such as this Olympic Sprinter pop-top, which comes in with an external body length of just 3.91m (12ft 10in). There was a time when the majority of caravans were quite small, as compared to today, where many caravans are 7m (23ft) long and have a loaded weight of more than 3000kg. What changed both the length and weight in many cases, was the addition of full-sized bathrooms rather than just a porta-potti under the bed. My Olympic Sprinter came from RV…

VALUE FOR MONEY “Van includes all the 'essentials' but doesn’t require an expensive tow vehicle” SELF-SUFFICIENCY “Even though it's a road van, it scores quite well. Battery only needed for lighting and water pump” LIVEABILITY “Has tried and trusted FBRB layout” SUITABILITY FOR INTENDED TOURING “Great, relatively light van but fully equipped” LAYOUT “Dinette on small side, otherwise OK” QUALITY OF FINISH “Mostly standard caravan industry items fitted” BUILD QUALITY “A few items of fit and finish could be improved” CREATURE COMFORTS “Apart from excess space, van has just about everything else” INNOVATION “Fairly standard build and fitout” X-FACTOR “Smaller van that won’t break the budget”…

Whether the Caravelair Antarés is a good fit for Australia is a very good question and something oft heard more as a statement in the negative. Whilst this van really isn’t a candidate for some of the rougher Australian outback tracks, sealed highway travel is a very different matter. Having an overall lighter van means less wear and tear on the van itself, the suspension, the tow vehicle and the driver and passenger. I reckon it’s eminently suitable for that sort of travel.…

WEIGHTS AND MEASURES Overall length 6.56m (21ft 6in) External body length 5.53m (18ft 2in) External body width 2.35m (7ft 9in) Travel height 2.33m (7ft 8in) Internal height 2.03m (6ft 8in) Tare 1456kg ATM 1730kg Payload 274kg (calculated) Ball weight 132kg EXTERNAL Frame Composite 23mm Duratherm Cladding Aluminium Chassis Galvanised Jurgens Optima Suspension AL-KO independent rubber torsion system Coupling AL-KO 50mm ball Brakes 10in drum Wheels 14in alloy 195x14R Water 80L Battery 100Ah Solar No Air-conditioner yes Gas 2x4.5kg Sway control No INTERNAL Cooking Swift 500 four-burner, grill and oven Fridge Dometic RPD 190 12V/240V 190L Microwave No Bathroom Shower cubicle and Thetford cassette toilet Hot water Endless instantaneous OPTIONS FITTED G&S Truss hot-dipped galvanised chassis, Sovereign BBQ, GPS Tracking, instantaneous hot water, 4kg front load washing machine, Webasto diesel heater…

(Hema Map Patrol with caravan and load on holiday) Accessories and Loads: Accessories and loads noted on the vehicle in this scenario include: Bullbar (50kg); Dual batteries (35kg); Roof load (10kg); Cargo load (100kg); Two people - 1st row occupants (170kg); Towbar (200kg). Please note: Again, Pedders could not find any data from the original manufacturer, and instead, estimated the original front-to-rear weight balance and front and rear axle capacities based on similar models. As a result, the front capacity was set 150kg above the original front weight with the remainder of the vehicle’s Payload or Capacity applied to the rear. TOW & LOAD REPORT Scenario: With caravan and load on holiday - Toyota Prado VX (Hema Map Patrol). Additional load on vehicle above original weight: 565kg Vehicle is over…

Caravan World continues its feature series titled ‘From the Factory Floor’ which involves key RV industry heavyweights and focuses on innovations, issues and trends. In this instalment, we thought we would do a Q&A session with Credit One managing director and founder Michael Rojek. But first, here’s a brief bio on the genesis and status quo of Credit One. The Credit One team is a group of experienced professionals who are passionate about providing outstanding service and the best financial solutions to meet its clients' needs. Led by managing director and founder Michael Rojek, the company has more than 80 experienced finance consultants based in 12 offices around the country. Credit One began in Brisbane in 1999 and has helped more than 60,000 individuals and businesses achieve their goals with…

While welcoming the 40 per cent reduction in private motor vehicle tax on caravans and camper trailers, there are other pressing issues affecting RVers in New South Wales according to the Australian Caravan Club (ACC). The NSW government says the 40 per cent reduction in motor vehicle tax for private caravan owners for caravans up to 4.5 tonnes will come into effect on 1 November 2018. ACC Chairman Craig Humphrey says it will be appreciated by families, pensioners, and self-funded retirees, but there are other areas affecting the RV community which need addressing. “Our club acknowledges that NSW has some of the most generous registration provisions for pensioners in any state," he said in a statement. "Anyone even on a part pension receives free registration for one vehicle each year.…

Holidays are designed to be enjoyable affairs, escaping the shackles of everyday life to unwind and re-energise. Yet every so often, a less than optimal experience occurs that threatens to take the shine off an otherwise enjoyable trip. The challenge is to flip the switch, so you don't let it take control. Our recent outback adventure was a case in point. Our first escape in four years and something we’d been longing for. And it was truly rewarding, meandering along the desert highway of the Oodnadatta Track, with the little stick engaged in four-wheel drive, cresting the red oxide dunes and admiring views towards Lake Eyre and beyond. Towards the end of the trip, we met up with some friends at a large station just outside the Ikara-Flinders Ranges National…

DO35 V3-R ALL-TERRAIN DROP-ON COUPLING The DO35 Drop-On Coupling is designed, tested and manufactured by Cruisemaster™, home to Australia’s leader in all-terrain towing technology. With full 360-degree articulation to reduce the risk of roll-over, smooth ADR compliant locking mechanism and patented ‘Check Lock’ system the DO35 means added safety whether on the Highway or going offroad. The DO35 V3 is easy to install and compatible with all major WDH systems out of the box. Valued at $405, the DO35 Drop-On Coupling gives you peace of mind on your next adventure.…

Look up innovation in the dictionary and it'll tell you it's a new method, idea or product. It’s not surprising then that it’s so vital to an industry’s growth. No industry can survive by purely doing things the way it always has, and with an industry such as the RV sector, which is growing year on year, it’s even more vital not only for its ability to survive, but also to sustain that level of growth. The most recent Caravan Industry Association of Australia statistics show in 2017 more than 22,000 RVs were manufactured in Australia, making it the second largest year of production since 1980. A caravan or motorhome was built every five minutes of the working week and there are now more than 646,000 RVs registered, a 5.2…

Your budget is the backbone of your travels — it dictates how far you go and for how long, the places you stay, the type of rig you tour in and the activities you pursue. Vanning is a lifestyle that’s easily adapted to different budgets. You’re largely self-sufficient, so you can tread your own path and choose how you want to travel. But touring with a smaller budget doesn’t mean you have to miss out, either. And this is especially true when it comes to food. There’s no denying it, eating is essential but it is also expensive and can be one of your biggest costs on the road. But the good news is you can save some serious cash with a few foodie smarts. “There are heaps of easy…

WEIGHTS AND MEASURES Overall length 8.6m (28ft 3in) External body length 6.6m (21ft 8in) External body width 2.4m (7ft 10in) Travel height 2.9m (9ft 6in) Internal height 2.02m (6ft 8in) Tare 2240kg ATM 2740kg Payload 500kg Ball weight 120kg EXTERNAL Frame Meranti Cladding New Allytech aluminium (carbon fibre look) Chassis 4in SupaGal Suspension Roller rocker Coupling AL-KO 50mm ball Brakes 10in electric Wheels 15in alloys, with 205/75 R15 tyres Water 2x95L Battery 1x100Ah Solar 1x150W Air-conditioner Houghton Belair HB3200, with remote Gas 2x9kg Sway control No INTERNAL Cooking Swift gas/electric minigrill Fridge Thetford three-way, two-door 184L Microwave NCE 20L Bathroom Full-height, one-piece fibreglass shower and Thetford swivel toilet Washing machine No Hot water Suburban gas/electric 22.6L OPTIONS FITTED None PRICE AS SHOWN $59,990 MORE INFORMATION To enquire about this caravan,…

WEIGHTS AND MEASURES Overall length 5.3m (17ft 4.5in) External body length 3.91m (12ft 10in) External body width 2.23m (7ft 4in) (with awning) Travel height 2.1m (6ft 9in) Internal height 1.88m (6ft 2in) Tare 1100kg ATM 1400kg Payload 300kg Ball weight 110kg EXTERNAL Frame Meranti timber Cladding Aluminium Chassis DuraGal RHS 100x50mm (4inx2in) Suspension Single-axle leaf spring Coupling Ball Brakes 10in electric Wheels 15in alloy Water 60L Battery Optional Solar Optional Air-conditioner Optional Gas 1x9kg Sway control No External No INTERNAL Cooking Swift 500 four-burner and grill Fridge Dometic RM2350 90L three-way Microwave Camec Bathroom No Washing machine No Hot water Optional OPTIONS FITTED N/A PRICE AS SHOWN $28,990 (drive away) MORE INFORMATION To enquire about this caravan, please visit, olympiccaravans.com.au , or phone (02) 9632 0400…

Nova Metrolink is a van with an interesting name – well, to me at least. I thought Nova’s design team had been clever; you know, a van that links the metropolitan cities. However, it just happens to be the name of the street where Nova’s factory is located. That said, this particular Metrolink is in some ways better suited to city and town driving than most, given its external length of 5.56m (18ft 3in) and only having a single axle. In addition to that, the ATM of just 2376kg gets under the 'Prado limit' without any trouble at all. A thought that may enter a few minds is are there any compromises in the general design layout – and that's something I wondered about myself. So tape measure in hand,…

WEIGHTS AND MEASURES Overall length 6.41m (21ft) External body length 5.35m (17ft 7in) External body width 2.30m (7ft 7in) Travel height 2.58m (8tf 6in) Internal height 1.95m (6ft 6in) Tare 1050kg ATM 1300kg Payload 250kg Ball weight 70kg EXTERNAL Frame N/A Cladding Fibreglass composite Chassis Trigano Hot-dipped galvanised chassis Suspension AL-KO IRS Coupling AL-KO AKS 3004 Brakes Mechanical Wheels 14in alloy Water 50L (optional 110L) Battery 1x100Ah Solar Optional – pre wired Air-conditioner Optional – Freshjet FJ2200 Gas 2x9kg Sway control N/A Kitchen (external) No INTERNAL Cooking Thetford three-burner Fridge Dometic 85L three-way Microwave No Bathroom Combo shower and cassette toilet Hot water Truma Combi 4E OPTIONS FITTED All options fitted to review van PRICE AS SHOWN $43,990 (includes on-road costs and options listed above) MORE INFORMATION To enquire about…

It’s remarkable how much a town name can influence us. I guess all the past experiences of a place distill our impression, so it's no surprise that the Jurgens Jindabyne struck a chord with me. Nestled into the lee of the Snowy Mountains, the town promises excitement and a holiday atmosphere and, of course, the evocative image of hardy mountain folk. And let’s not forget, when blanketed in snow, it’s a pretty cool place. To me, the Jurgens version is pretty cool, too. It’s a hardy, dirt-road capable tourer in a practical pop-top configuration with a compact layout that packs in the essentials without stretching the budget or towing capacity of smaller vehicles. Jurgens originated in South Africa where conditions on the roads and distances travelled are similar to here.…

Vehicle weight from accessories, towing and loads can significantly affect the safety and performance of your vehicle. Pedders' world-first service, the Pedders Tow and Load Assessment, helps customers understand their vehicle weight now, and in the future. Keen to check it out, I headed out to Pedders Suspension in Moorabbin, Victoria, with the 'Hema Map Patrol' — a 2014 Toyota Prado VX — to gain insight into the situation. The Tow and Load Assessment (valued normally at $75) was performed by branch manager Nick Papasergio. WHAT IS WEIGHING YOU DOWN? We expect a lot from the vehicles we own and drive. For example, the work ute loaded with tools during the week is also the family taxi on the weekend, and will tow the caravan, boat or trailer to the…

The Camec RV entry door and handles are popular fixtures to many RV’s and whilst these are robust, there are occasions whereby the interior or exterior entry door handle may require changing due to breakage. The most common causes of these handles breaking are: Itemssuchashandbags shopping bags etc catching on the handles when you are entering or exiting the RV Excessive force applied to the handles Over time the exterior door handle may become brittle when exposed to direct sunlight for lengthy periods The exterior handle may also break within, if the actual key lock isn’t fully unlocked In general, Camec RV entry door and handles provide years of trouble-free service. But here is how to replace one if you need to. NB. These images and step-by-step captions depict…

Last issue in our Readers' Rigs section we mistakenly captioned the photograph below left as being taken at Barn Hill Station in Broome. The photo is actually of a quite beautiful sunset at Drovers Run in Marree, South Australia, at the junction of the Oodnadatta and the Birdsville tracks. Travellers Bruce Parkinson and his wife Karen were on a two-week trip with their friends Gary and Fiona Sanderson and their daughter Jade from Victoria's Mornington Peninsula to Marree via the beautiful Flinders Ranges, SA. “The pictures tell their own story,” writes Bruce. “Our Colorado 7 and Karakampa travelled with the Sandersons' Toyota SR5 ute and Paramount. It is one the most isolated but beautiful places that we have camped at in over 65,000km of travelling in this magnificent country that…

Hi there Caravan World, I have a 2014 Jurgens van that I purchased in 2016. I installed a Projecta IC2500 battery charger, and apparently this is a smart charger (multi stage). I was recently contemplating the addition of a small portable generator for the times that the solar won't be able to recharge due to the weather. I have a 120Ah lead crystal battery with 300W of solar. I only intend to charge the battery, not run appliances. I contacted Projecta and was informed that it is not recommended to run a smart charger with a generator, hence I have shelved my plans until I do some research. I see that a lot of the new vans have dedicated generator compartments as standard though. I am assuming that these vans…

ON THE ROAD TO SAFETY My wife and I have been caravanning for the past 22 years, and over the last 18 years we have been travelling between three to six months per year. During this time we have seen many caravan accidents and near misses. After discussions with many fellow vanners, the talk always turns to weights and speed. It would appear that many vanners carry more than the kitchen sink, and wish to be at their destination yesterday. On a number of occasions I have been ridiculed for travelling at 85-90km/h. My response is, stopping is much easier at that speed, rather than at 100-110km/h, as is controlling the vehicle and van if a blowout or a fast flat happen. On the van's dual axle, I have found…

Now, let’s preface this by apologising to any okonomiyaki chefs out there! With that out of the way, here’s a cheap and easy camping twist on a popular Japanese-style pancake that’s totally delicious. The basis of these pancakes is flour, water, egg and shredded cabbage, mixed into a batter, dolloped into a frypan and grilled either side — as you would any other pancake. To make the batter, start by gradually adding water (about 3/4 of a cup) to 1 cup of plain flour and continue to mix until you have a runny consistency. Crack in your egg and add your shredded cabbage to the mix. Now it’s time to get creative. Experiment with flavours by adding any shredded vegies you have on hand (such as zucchini, carrot or sweet…

VALUE FOR MONEY “A hint of luxury at just under $60K... Say no more!” SELF-SUFFICIENCY “Comprises all the basic needs to satisfy the travelling family” LIVEABILITY “Inhabitable home away from home” SUITABILITY FOR INTENDED TOURING “Ideally equipped for any voyage over the bitumen” LAYOUT “Boasts an intelligent and spacious internal configuration” QUALITY OF FINISH “Displays a high level of craftsmanship” BUILD QUALITY “Simply a rock solid on-roader” CREATURE COMFORTS “Has all the requisite family mod cons sans a washing machine” INNOVATION “Utilisation of new carbon fibre-look armour” X-FACTOR “Prominence placed on family exploration”…

VALUE FOR MONEY “For anyone on a tight budget, a real winner” TOWABILITY “A snack with minimal manoeuvring and parking problems” LIVEABILITY “A few compromises in a limited area, a rear door is not for all” SUITABILITY FOR INTENDED TOURING “For caravan park living and small vehicle towing, ideal” LAYOUT “For a tight interior, the layout works well” QUALITY OF FINISH “A budget caravan, so a few compromises like the wind-down corner stabilisers” BUILD QUALITY “There were a few rough edges” CREATURE COMFORTS “Has all the basics which is really all that is necessary” INNOVATION “Not many, given traditional build method” X-FACTOR “No bling but plenty of small size, lightweight touring!”…

WEIGHTS AND MEASURES Overall length 7.34m (24ft) External body length 5.56m (18ft 3in) External body width (including awning) 2.42m (7ft 11.5in) Travel height 3.035m (10ft) Internal height 1.95m (6ft 5in) Tare 1993kg ATM 2376kg Payload 383kg Ball weight 176kg EXTERNAL Frame Meranti timber Cladding Alum composite and fibreglass Chassis SupaGal 100mmx50mm (4inx2in) Suspension AL-KO leaf spring Coupling Ball Brakes 12in electric Wheels 15in alloy Fresh water 2x80L Grey water 1x60L Battery 1x100Ah Solar 1x120W Air-conditioner Belair 3500 Gas 2x9kg Sway control AL-KO ESC Kitchen (external) No INTERNAL Cooking Thetford Minigrill, four-burner Fridge Thetford N614E.3F 184L three-way Microwave NCE Bathroom Cassette toilet and separate shower cubicle Hot water Swift 20L gas/electric OPTIONS FITTED (All options fitted to review van) 60L grey water tank Gas bayonet fitting Reversing camera Up-rated solar panel…

“If the 455 is any example, then the Caravelair range will be something to watch with interest” Bon jour mes amis! Je vous présente le Caravelair Antarés 455 caravane. Sorry, I simply couldn’t resist doing that. Despite the fact that in Australia and New Zealand I have looked over German, Italian, Spanish, Slovenian, Polish and British built RVs, this is the first time I have reviewed something Français. So whilst I’ll don my béret, I’ll revert to English because, apart from anything else, that will mean not typing le accents, comprendre? Caravelair Caravans have been imported into Australia by Carlight Caravans. It's rather aptly named because the company has already gained some experience with lightweight caravans with its Polish-built Euro caravans. Just like the Euros, the Caravelair also fits well…

VALUE FOR MONEY "Well and truly a budget price" SELF-SUFFICIENCY “Water capacity might be the decider” LIVEABILITY “Practical, easy-to-use layout” SUITABILITY FOR INTENDED TOURING “A winner for lightweight touring” LAYOUT “Few compromises, corner bed might be an issue for some” QUALITY OF FINISH “Looks to be most components we are used to” BUILD QUALITY “Just about everything worked as it should” CREATURE COMFORTS “Has most of the essentials” INNOVATION “Certainly the weight reduction for this length van is a factor” X-FACTOR “Undoubtedly the French connection”…

VALUE FOR MONEY “At $44,990, the Jindabyne is well priced as an entry-level tourer for couples who like the idea of a lightweight, compact van with an ensuite” DRIVEABILITY “Everything is aimed at easy towing. Air resistance is lowered with the drop-down roof; it's light and small enough for most medium tow vehicles and easy to manoeuvre into tight spots” LIVEABILITY “The 2m (6ft 8in) head height gives a better impression of room that you should get in its 5.53m (18ft 1in) length. Not everyone will love the lack of separation from the bathroom, but it's a miracle to get one in a van this size” SUITABILITY FOR INTENDED TOURING “Most Jindabynes will spend their lives in caravan parks on short holidays, but there’s no reason you couldn’t head off…

(Hema Map Patrol, as measured) VEHICLE WEIGHT MATRIX RESULTS In the Weight Matrix report, Pedders compared the original weight of the Toyota Prado VX to the Hema Map Patrol “scenario” and concluded the following outcomes. Additional load on the vehicle above original weight: 165kg Allowable load remaining before original GVM limit is exceeded: 390kg Estimated vehicle weight balance shift: 2% rearward Estimated additional stopping distance from 100km/h: 5 metres ACCESSORIES AND LOADS: The following accessories and loads were noted on the vehicle within this scenario: Bullbar (50kg); Roof load (10kg); Cargo load (105kg). In the case of the Hema Map Patrol vehicle, Pedders could not find any data from the original manufacturer, and instead, estimated the original front-to-rear weight balance and front and rear axle capacities based on similar Prado…

The 'Aussie salute' is characterised as a gesture that is 'diagnostic of Australia'. And caravanners en masse would agree that the waving of one’s hand in front of the face at very regular intervals to repel swarming bush flies and the like is a major irritation. Enter (forgive the oxymoron), the humble caravan flyscreen, which also wards off unwelcome ‘creepy crawlies’, as well as animals, birds, debris and leaves without blocking fresh airflow. When camping in the heart of summer, nothing beats having the windows of your caravan open to allow through a refreshing night breeze. And in tropical climes, where humidity is a sticky fact of travelling life, you’ll want to keep the annoying midges and mozzies at bay! Which is why prompt and simple replacement of a caravan…

Hand-wash and machine-wash friendly, Down Wash Direct is an easy-to-use solution that cleans and restores water repellency in your clothing and gear, while still maintaining the garment's original quality. Down Wash Direct is also ideal for restoring insulation durable water repellency properties. It works by gently, but efficiently, removing dirt and body oils from the outer fabric and regular down fill, while also revitalising the breatheability of the item by allowing moisture vapours to pass through, instead of seeping into the clothing. It also optimises performance in cold and damp conditions, making it perfect to use on your snow gear. Palm oil and fluorocarbon-free, nonhazardous, water-based, and biodegradable, Down Wash Direct can proudly declare it is an environmentally friendly and cruelty-free product, too. A great item for anyone regularly venturing…