RV Products: October 2004

Yard Game

Xtreme Malletball yard gameXtreme Malletball is a croquet-like game that can be played on almost any surface “” from golf-course-type lawns to tall grass and woods “” and in a large or small area, even around a house. Soccer balls, heavy mallets, and giant PVC wickets are used to play the game, which requires some skill but can be adapted so all members of the family have fun together.

The preferred rules are adapted from golf croquet and are said to be easily learned and adaptable to parties and large groups. For youngsters too small to handle the 2.5-pound mallet, the game can be played with the kids kicking the soccer ball to move it and to score wickets. This version is known as “Toequet.” If desired, adults hitting the balls with mallets and children kicking the balls can compete in the same game.

The complete Xtreme Malletball set includes nine wickets, two stakes, four soccer balls, and two mallets and is available for $242. The Toequet set includes everything but the two mallets and is available for $142.

For more information, contact:
The Toequet Company
805 S. 34th St.
Terre Haute, IN 47803
(812) 235-5284
Fax: (812) 235-0147
www.malletball.com

Soda-Club’s portable home soda makerSoda-Club’s home soda maker offers an inexpensive, convenient way to have soda and seltzer anywhere without the hassle of storing and disposing of bottles and cans.

The portable soda maker is approximately the size of a coffee machine and, according to product literature, can make seltzer water and more than 20 regular and diet flavors of soda quickly and easily without the need for electricity and with no cleanup. Flavors range from classics such as cola and root beer to fruit flavors containing real fruit juice. Diet flavors are sugar-free and contain no aspartame.

Each SodaMix bottle of concentrated flavoring makes 12 one-liter bottles of soda. The Alco2Jet Carbonator transforms water into approximately 110 bottles of seltzer. When empty, the carbonators can be exchanged for new ones.

Soda-Club’s reusable carbonating bottles contain a special hermetic seal that is designed to keep the soda carbonated long after the bottle is opened. Four different starter kits are available starting at $89.99. The soda makers are covered by a three-year warranty and a money-back guarantee.

For more information, contact:
Soda-Club USA Inc.
One Mall Drive, Suite 905
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
(888) SODA-CLUB (763-2258)
www.sodaclub.com

Topo USA 5.0 mapping software by DeLormeTopo USA 5.0 by DeLorme is described as “the only topographic software that combines full nationwide coverage with automatic road and trail routing.” It also includes improved GPS functions; nationwide campground locations; and the ability to link photos, documents, and Web sites to the maps. Another new feature allows the user to select a location and get a three-dimensional, 360-degree view of the surrounding terrain from that location.

Registered users of Topo USA 5.0 can download $50 worth of Aerial Data Packets (ADPs) at no additional charge. These ADPs consist of recent satellite images, aerial photos, and U.S. Geological Survey 7.5-minute topographical maps. Additional ADPs can be purchased for $1 per square kilometer, with a $25 minimum purchase.

Topo USA 5.0 is available in a National Edition or in Eastern Region and Western Region editions. The National Edition is priced at $99.95 and is available on six CDs or a single DVD to eliminate switching disks. Each regional edition consists of three data CDs and is priced at $49.95.

For more information, contact:
DeLorme
Two DeLorme Drive
Yarmouth, ME 04096
(800) 452-5931
www.delorme.com

OxiClean Versatile Stain RemoverOxiClean Versatile Stain Remover is used primarily to eliminate stains from clothing and other laundry, but it also is said to be effective on a wide range of other jobs.

Product literature proclaims, “For some RV owners, it’s the only cleaner they need.”

With a bucket and water, the user can adjust the strength of the solution to match the size of the cleaning task. A concentrated solution promises to clean set-in stains on fiberglass and other surfaces. On the inside of the motorhome, it can be used to remove stains from upholstery and carpets.

OxiClean Versatile Stain Remover is available in 1.5-pound tubs and in larger quantities as well.

For more information, contact:
Orange Glo International
8200 E. Maplewood Ave.
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
(800) 781-7529
Fax: (303) 740-8622
www.oxiclean.com

Sonar King reverse sensing systemThe Sonar King reverse sensing system can detect objects directly behind a vehicle, up to six feet away, and help eliminate “blind spot” accidents, even for highly experienced drivers.

The system automatically engages when the vehicle is shifted to reverse. Sensors mounted in the rear bumper use ultrasonic sound waves to gauge the distance to an object. Three different “Alert Zone” tones sound, first when the vehicle is approximately six feet, then four feet, and then two feet from the object. The driver can adjust the volume of these tones using a switch on the side of the speaker. When installed by an authorized Sonar King dealer, the system is warranted against defects in workmanship on all parts for three years.

For more information, contact:
C.A.P. Inc./Sonar King
6515 Marbut Road
Lithonia, GA 30058
(800) 387-3760
Fax: (905) 738-6603
www.reversesensing.com

Cruiserlift motorcycle transport systemThe Cruiserlift motorcycle transport system features a motorcycle tray with a weight-carrying capacity of 1,000 pounds. It also has a flat-tow capacity of 6,000 pounds for motorhome owners who wish to tow another vehicle or a trailer as well. When in the lifted position, the motorcycle tray has 40 inches of ground clearance to allow towed vehicles to be positioned closer to the coach and to help prevent debris from hitting the motorcycle. The height of the elevated carrier also helps to prevent the tray from bottoming out on driveway transitions and other inclines.

An electric cable winch with a remote waterproof switch simplifies loading the motorcycle onto the tray, which lowers to within two inches of the ground. The carrier also includes a road-dampening shock system for a smooth ride. The Cruiserlift has a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $2,800, which includes free shipping in the continental United States.

For more information, contact:
Fast Master Products Inc.
P.O. Box 6526
Katy, TX 77491-6526
(866) 794-8357
Fax: (281) 391-6533
www.cruiserlift.com

Easy Does It “Meals Made Simple” lunchbox style kitEasy Does It “Meals Made Simple” is described as a “fresh approach for preparing quality, healthy meals in a motor coach kitchen.” The “lunchbox style” kit includes a 50-recipe, full-color cookbook paired with 33 premeasured seasoning packets. By adding the seasoning packets to fresh produce and meat, 12 different restaurant-quality meals can be made quickly and easily.

The cookbook provides simple, stress-free recipes that are healthful and convenient to make, since there is no need to stock up on several jars of spices. The complete Easy Does It “Meals Made Simple” kit costs $24.95. A seasoning packet refill kit is available, as are refills of individual seasoning packets.

For more information, contact:
GGB Enterprises Inc.
8814 E. Huntington Drive
San Gabriel, CA 91775
(888) 884-EASY (3279)
(626) 451-0840
Fax: (626) 451-0957
www.easydoesit.us

AutoLock from Lawman Armor CorporationThe AutoLock from Lawman Armor Corporation is designed to immobilize the clutch or brake pedal and prevent a vehicle from being moved. A bright yellow cover placed on the steering wheel plus the use of window decals further help to deter the potential thief from even trying to steal the vehicle.

According to product literature, the AutoLock “has thick steel construction and a solid steel lock, which are impervious to drill and saw.” The lock cylinder requires a laser-cut, encrypted, four-sided key that is said to be impossible to duplicate, and there is no master key. The AutoLock is available at major retail outlets with prices starting at less than $50.

For more information, contact:
Lawman Armor Corporation
1434 Sugartown Road
Berwyn, PA 19312
(877) 228-8656
Fax: (610) 296-1944
www.unbreakable.com

Tappan TC1050 microwave-convection ovenThe Tappan TC1050 microwave-convection oven can grill, roast, or bake all in one space-saving unit. The oven measures 20½ inches wide, 20 inches deep, and 12 inches high, and it offers 1 cubic foot of cooking space.

With its two heating elements and a convection fan, it can provide fast, flexible food preparation. The grilling element seals in the flavor of meat and fish, while the convection mode can be used to produce baked goods that consistently brown and rise evenly. Roasted food can be cooked in less time than in conventional ovens, while the microwave function can speed up grilling and baking.

Other features include one-touch cooking, 10 power levels, cooking by weight, and jet defrost. The TC1050 microwave-convection oven is UL/cUL listed and CSA certified. It is available in black or white with a retail price of $399.

For more information, contact:
InterCon Marketing Inc.
1540 Northgate Blvd.
Sarasota, FL 34234
(941) 355-4488
Fax: (941) 355-1558
www.interconmktg.com

Odyssey PC 2150 sealed batteryThe Odyssey PC 2150 is a 12-volt, deep-cycle, valve-regulated lead acid (VRLA) battery that is said to have a service life of up to 10 years, or three to four times longer than typical wet-cell batteries.

According to product literature, the military-grade battery provides up to 70 percent more starting power at low temperatures, making it ideal for RV applications, as well as marine and other uses. It also is said to have starting power for up to 12 months in storage and a two-year storage life at room temperature. The sealed battery is certified not to spill for safe shipping and can be mounted and operated in any position. The 89-pound battery comes with standard-size 3/8-inch corrosion-free stud terminals, a suitcase lifting handle, and an oil-resistant container and cover. The Odyssey PC 2150 has a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $267.97 and is backed by a full four-year warranty.

For more information, contact:
EnerSys Inc.
P.O. Box 14145
Reading, PA 19612-4145
(800) 538-3627
www.enersysreservepower.com