Gear, Gadgets, And Gifts
Practical accessories and assorted goods designed to make life easier and more enjoyable for RVers.
By Linneah Deighton, Associate Editor
RV Cover
Between water damage, UV rays deteriorating plastic, and dirt gunking up your RV, there are many reasons you should cover your home on wheels when it’s not in use. King Bird’s RV cover has an anti-UV top with four or five layers, depending on the cover chosen, and sides with three layers to provide increased weather and damage protection against the sun, rain, snow, dirt, and scratches. Its six air vents are said to help reduce wind stress and moisture buildup as well. Even when the cover is on, you can access your RV’s doors and engine (if applicable) by rolling up the zippered panels. Covers are available in various sizes for Type A and Type C motorhomes and towable RVs. Price ranges from $209.99 to $369.99 depending on size and material type.
King Bird
(302) 261-5366
kingbirdgear.com
Bamboo Cutting Board
Camco’s cute, retro-camper-shaped cutting board is made from bamboo, which has natural antibacterial properties and resists moisture, making it a must-have for any kitchen. The cutting board is ideal for preparing fruit, vegetables, meat, and cheese with-out dulling or damaging knives. On the back is a wood-burned design that says, “Life is Better at the Campsite.” The cutting board measures 17¼ inches by 10⅛ inches and has a usable surface area of 87 square inches. Price is $34.99.
Camco Outdoors
(336) 668-7661
camcooutdoors.com
Clink-Free Glass Holders
Glampy Girl’s Clink Free RV Glass Holder delicately cradles your prized glassware, offering an unshakeable travel experience. Say farewell to the worries of movement, clinking, or breakage, thanks to these dense-foam units that can be discreetly stationed in your RV cabinets. No matter how bumpy the roads get, you won’t have to worry about shattered wine glasses. The four-slot glass holder measures 8 inches by 8 inches by 3¼ inches. Price is $19.50. Other holders, including one for mugs, are also available.
Glampy Girl
glampygirl.com
Barbecue Gloves
Certified under EN 407, an international thermal standard for gloves, BBQ Dragon’s heat-resistant gloves are great for manning the barbecue at your next grill out. They are also suitable for artisan welding, repairs, and various camping activities. The silicone grips help to prevent accidental drops of hot items, and the gloves are constructed with aramid — a synthetic polymer that is used in fire jackets. When they’re dirty, toss them in a washing machine and air dry before using them again. Safe for use with grills, ovens, cast-iron cookware, fireplaces, and fryers. Price is $29.95. FMCA members receive a 10 percent discount storewide using code FMCA10.
BBQ Dragon
www.bbqdragon.com
Dish-Drying Combo
Umbra’s UDRY is a durable, molded BPA-free plastic dish-drying rack. When combined with its lightweight, machine-washable, super-absorbent microfiber mat, the result is an easy-to-use, easy-to-clean, all-in-one dish-drying solution. This combo measures 24 inches by 18 inches by 1.5 inches and folds up for storage, leaving your counter clutter-free. It is available in four colors. Price is $15.
Umbra
(800) 387-5122
umbra.com
Inflatable Airskirt Kit
Invented by a full-time RVer, the AirSkirts RV Skirt Kit is said to be ideal for blocking out cold air and wind while stabilizing your RV’s interior temperature. Fabricated from military-grade materials, the AirSkirts reportedly have great insulating capabilities and a tolerance to wind and snow. Various sizes of kits are available. If you need help deciding, contact the company and provide your RV’s manufacturer-stated length (which includes the bumper, hitch, and fifth-wheel neck) and ground clearance. The large kit comes with an electric air pump, two carry and storage bags, four 8-foot skirt tubes, two 6-foot skirt tubes, two 4-foot skirt tubes, and a welcome kit. Kit prices range from $1,899 to $3,199.
AirSkirts
(860) 485-7587
airskirts.com