During a longer journey, it is not easy to take care of hygiene as if we would like it, even if you travel by your own means of transport - let alone during a several-hour train journey. It is also difficult when we have to hike with a backpack and we can only take with us what we can carry on our backs. How to deal with such situations so as not to be uncomfortable?. It is difficult to stay fresh during long hours of driving, when a person is in constant contact with the surface touched by countless people. Certainly, many of us have heard stories about how many germs are on the handles, backs and handrails of trams, not to mention money. This is by no means paranoid or being a "French doggie".

Hygiene on the go

During the ski season, many lovers of this form of recreation decide to travel by car. Transporting equipment - especially skis or snowboards - inside the car is not the safest solution. An alternative are roof boxes and special ski holders on the roof of the vehicle. Some skiers choose to transport skis and other equipment inside the car. This, however, may have serious consequences in the event of an accident. As shown by last year's crash tests, carried out by the German automobile club ADAC, in a situation of inadequate securing, skis and other equipment "fly" around the entire vehicle. The danger was much smaller when the ski equipment was well fastened.

Skiing by car - how to safely transport equipment?

A caravanning trip on colder days, and above all in winter, requires us to be more involved in preparing for the trip. Especially if you are traveling in a slightly older motorhome or with a caravan that is poorly insulated. In this case, apart from checking the tightness of windows and doors, a good solution is to equip your vehicle with a heating mat. The heating mat has the main advantage that it can be used in a variety of ways. If you are traveling in a motorhome , a good method of evenly distributing the heat is to isolate the driver's cabin from the other part of the vehicle in which we live during the journey with a mat . Another use of the heating mat is the possibility of heating a water tank, e.g. in a shower cabin. The heating power of this type of mat is so high that it is able to protect against water freezing even at a temperature of -40 °. The built-in thermostat automatically turns the device on and off - depending on the air temperature.

Heating mats in a motorhome and caravan

For many users of caravans and motorhomes, winter is a time of lethargy and the pursuit of other passions. Most of the leisure equipment is spent in the cold months under the shelter or in the garage. Fortunately - some enthusiasts also decide to go on an interesting journey in winter. However, let's remember about the significant differences in winter driving technique, because without knowing them, even a gentle curve may turn out to be the last one. Before we hit the road, apart from getting to know the driving technique, it is worth taking care of the equipment. I do not think you need to make anyone aware of the need to use winter tires , both in a caravan and a motorhome. The tire pressure recommended by the manufacturer also determines the correct and predictable behavior of the entire set on the road. An efficient braking system and suspension will only support us while driving safely.

Winter driving technique, or how to master a motorhome or a car with a trailer?

A good gadget can save us in many unusual situations. This time, we used the hints of our readers who interested us in truly unique inventions. Nowadays, you can live a completely civilized life on the campground. We usually have access to electricity and many amenities the same as at home. However, it may happen that by using only batteries, we will have to reduce electricity consumption. There are also those who, when looking for extreme experiences, like hiking far away from the amenities of civilization. That's when unusual products come to our aid, such as a solar kettle.

Kettle and washing machine without electricity

The Outwell Camper sleeping bag collection is one of the most interesting proposals on the market this year. Traditional solutions have been improved with modern technology, thanks to which we obtain high-quality products, extremely comfortable and user-friendly, and the prices are not exorbitant. We can choose from three versions of sleeping bags - classic, Lux and Double - each adapted to specific needs, differing among others thermal classification. The Camper sleeping bag works well during two-season use (from late spring to early autumn), at temperatures from -14 ° C to 18 ° C. Camper Lux gives you more possibilities, you can use it during 3-4 seasons of the year (in colder conditions, however, it works better), at a temperature from - 18 ° C to 16 ° C. Camper Double is worth choosing if we travel in the summer months, in late spring or early autumn, and the temperature at night ranges from -8 ° C to 21 ° C. Sleeping bags also differ in weight, which is 2300 g, 3000 g and 3500 g respectively. Of course, the Double version, unlike the others, allows for a double night, it is also possible to separate the sleeping bag into two single ones.

A new series of Outwell sleeping bags

Caravanning has been most popular in Europe for many years, especially in the Scandinavian countries, as well as in the Netherlands, Germany and Great Britain. Therefore, due to frequent and heavy snowfall, it is important to prepare your car or trailer for driving in difficult conditions during a winter trip. One of such elements is replacing summer tires with winter ones. Proper selection of tires ensures safe travel in even the most extreme weather conditions, including snowstorms and slippery surfaces.

Winter tires very much required

Proper preparation and planning is a matter of course for all caravanning enthusiasts. The wide market offer does not help in the selection of the necessary accessories. When completing the equipment before starting a voyage, we should seriously consider buying a few electronic accessories, thanks to which we will get rid of the existing problems and related expenses. During vacation trips, we encounter various drivers, as well as sometimes dangerous situations arising from their fault. Unfortunately, as a result of the bravado of other road users, we can participate in an accident. In such moments, the recording camera installed in the cabin of our vehicle turns out to be beneficial. Of course, in some EU countries their use is strictly forbidden , subject to heavy fines. Nevertheless, if the law allows it, it is worth stocking up on such a device. The recording saved on the hard drive (more and more often in HD quality) often helps to clearly identify the perpetrator of the accident.

Electronic accessories that are worth having in a motorhome

Proper leveling of a motorhome or caravan is quite an important element of using these vehicles. Usually, we use overrun wedges and hand-lowered paws for this purpose, but the precise setting of the motorhome is quite laborious and time-consuming. The solution to this problem began to appear some time ago in the market of add-ons and accessories for residential vehicles - these are hydraulic self-leveling supports. These supports are powered by a hydraulic pump that can easily lift even a 7.5-ton vehicle. Thanks to them, you can level the vehicle without unnecessary effort, which results in a comfortable rest in bed and will end the troublesome rocking of the motorhome when getting in or out.

How to level a motorhome or caravan

The time before the autumn rain and cold can be pleasantly spent on trips and exploring the world in all shades of brown and gold. But how to protect yourself from treacherous weather, how to strengthen the body against a wave of colds and flu?. This is the time of the disease season every year. Those who try their best to stop the summer go first - they dress shortly, regardless of the treacherous cool wind. As soon as the sun shines a little stronger, they act as if it's still July. Next are those who remember to wear appropriate clothing for the temperature, but their bodies are not immune enough to fight the attack of viruses. It sounds as if everyone gets sick, whatever they do. So is there a chance to protect yourself from the disease?.

How to protect yourself from colds?

Outwell is a Danish brand that specializes in the camping industry, and to be more precise, it has products with its logo that can be especially useful when camping. We searched the company's offer to see what interesting it has to offer us, picky users. It looks like a designer, industrial lamp, but is something else. This "lamp" is primarily a 700 W heater. It can be successfully hung in the garden or in the vestibule. Equipped with a halogen heater, the Etna heater unfortunately requires access to a 230 V socket. The advantages of the device are that it heats up quickly and gives odorless heat. Importantly, Etna can be used both outside and inside, so it can also work on a porch or in a large tent.

Creative gadgets for camping

If you do not intend to use a caravan in winter, you should spend some time and attention on it before it catches heavy frost and snowfall. Thanks to this, it will serve you better in the summer season. The ideal situation is the possibility of closing the caravan in a garage, preferably heated. However, few people have a garage for a trailer. In practice, the shelter itself can be a luxury, under which the trailer will be protected against snow and ice. However, if you do not have any roofing, you can cover the caravan with a special cover - it is important that it is a special cover for caravans that will be sufficiently airy . Tarpaulins that are impermeable to air should not be used.

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