Gear, Gadgets, And Gifts
Practical accessories and assorted goods designed to make life easier and more enjoyable for RVers.
By Linneah Deighton, Associate Editor
Folding Wagon
Whether you need to haul around sports equipment, move items, or could use a shopping companion, MacSports’ Classic Mac Wagon is a lightweight option for all of your wagoning needs. The powder-coated steel frame and thick, UV- and mildew-resistant fabric make it sturdy and ready for all kinds of applications. The handle telescopes, locks, and extends, allowing for easy transport, too. The wagon, which has a 150-pound capacity, can also fold compactly into its own carrying cover for easy storage and portability. Four colors are available. Price is $119.99.
MacSports
macsports.com
Hands-Free Lamp
Regardless of what you need to accomplish before sunrise or after sunset, Ledlenser’s HF8R Core headlamp brightens your field of view. Its adaptive light-beam technology automatically dims and focuses the light, adjusting to the situation, so you can do things hands free. No manual control is required, so you can finish your tasks or enjoy your activities without fiddling with a headlamp. The HF8R Core is waterproof, comes with a red front light, utilizes a magnetic charge system, and features an aluminum housing. Price is $119.95.
Ledlenser USA
(888) 245-2825
ledlenserusa.com
RV Sewer Hose Support
The Beech Lane RV Sewer Hose Support facilitates draining RV sewer hoses. Designed and tested in the USA, the hose support is engineered to maximize flow rate while maintaining stability and staying upright. It features a patented nesting design that is said to pack down 30 percent smaller than others on the market, saving precious RV cargo space. The 20-foot hose support fits all 3-inch-wide sewer hoses and sets up and collapses in seconds, allowing you to spend more time relaxing at the campsite. Price is $29.99.
Beech Lane
beech-lane.com
Sunglasses Visor Clip
Summer is on the horizon. So, if you’re always losing your sunglasses, it might be time to clip them to your vehicle’s visor. ProClip’s sunglasses clip does just that and can secure two pairs of glasses. Simply slide the clip over your visor and secure your shades. It is designed to fit most sunglasses, including thicker frames, and is padded to protect the arms of the glasses. It can also be rotated 180 degrees so your shades can be positioned for easy access. Price is $6.99.
ProClip
(800) 296-3212
proclipusa.com
Interstate Exit Directory
The Next Exit interstate exit directory
Never take the wrong exit again! Visit the FMCA Store to grab the newest edition of The Next Exit. This directory provides an exit-by-exit list of essential U.S. interstate services throughout the lower 48 states, categorized by service type and split by direction off the highway. Perfect for road trips, it’s a great offline travel companion with lists of fuel stations, restaurants, campsites, rest areas, welcome centers, parks, and more. For those with larger RVs, services highlighted in red indicate roomy parking lots, tall awnings, and wide drive-throughs to help you plan. Price is $20.95.
FMCA Store
(800) 543-3622
shopfmca.com
Lubricating Oil
Rust is unsightly and can interfere with functionality. Fluoramics’ HinderRUST cleans, lubricates, and protects while providing surface adhesion and wetting across surfaces and mounted parts. It is available in 11 varieties, including a 16.5-milliliter lubricating oil dropper designed for small areas. The dropper tip provides precise application when lubricating and protecting moving parts such as locks, keyholes, pivot points on jack stands, and RV hitches. Price is $5.54.
Fluoramics
(507) 205-9216
fluoramics.com
RV Products Submissions
To have a product considered for this column, please send information and a high-resolution photograph to rvproducts@fmca.com.