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Water filter: Quell Nomad
It doesn't have to be the last drop of water from an African mud pond to survive. The remains of grazing cows can also float in a babbling Alpine brook and water suppliers do not guarantee impeccable quality in every part of Europe. The 700 ml Nomad drinking bottle uses a filter technology that was developed for NASA. It is said to filter almost 100 % of all impurities out of the water, including viruses, bacteria and parasites.
Impressive: Even cloudy puddle water becomes crystal clear. According to the manufacturer, 300 bottle contents can be filtered. When the filter is new, light pressure on the BPA-free plastic bottle is sufficient. We recommend changing the filter before you have to apply too much force.
Bottle: 39.95 euros, replacement filter: 11.95 euros | www.quell-water.de >> available here
Rockfoxx LED lamp
Campers love parts that are small and versatile. Attached to the bodywork with a magnet, the rod light illuminates the surroundings for maintenance and repair work. If the lens supplied is screwed on, it can be used as a classic torch. In an emergency, the all-rounder with 1800 mAh can even be used as a power bank for a smartphone. The light output is 250 lumens or 125 lumens when dimmed. The light colour can be set to cool white or warm white. Hanging or standing on a small folding stand, the small LED multifunctional lamp with shade provides a cosy atmosphere for up to six hours in the evening.
Price: 19,90 Euro | www.rockfoxx.com
For hot showers: Sealand Pro holder
The SeaLand-Pro hand shower holder is attached to the body of the van or the tailgate of a van using a rubber-coated magnet next to the bathroom window. The self-locking hand shower head is hooked into the swivelling and pivoting holder and thus ensures independence when showering outside in summer.
Price: 45,90 Euro | www.sealand-pro.de
Bio-fluid for the camping loo: Solbio
Toilets are always a tricky subject, but they are fundamentally important when camping. Chemical toilet fluids are an imposition on nature. Even if the contents of the faeces tank may only be disposed of in special emptying stations, in some holiday regions the unpleasant feeling arises that the chemicals end up in unsuitable biological sewage treatment plants or completely untreated in nature. Solbio consists exclusively of natural soaps, citric acid, essential oils and plant extracts and is therefore 100% organic and vegan. The fresh eucalyptus scent doesn't mask unpleasant odours quite as reliably as chemical products can. We campers are pleased that our organic waste remains organic. If you want to be completely environmentally friendly, grab the 10-litre XXL pack and fill a bottle with the right amount for your trip.
Prices: 0.8 litres, 18.99 euros | 1.6 litres, 26.99 euros | 10 litres 149.99 euros. | www.getsolbio.com >> available here
Book tip: Every van has its own name
Lovingly photographed and wittily written, the authors present 15 self-built vans and their owners. Each vehicle is accompanied by a small DIY project to recreate. From wine glass holders and towel racks made from driftwood to moulding citronella candles. However, the book is not an instruction manual for DIY projects. Instead, the many pictures and texts offer suggestions, ideas and tips for your own DIY project. Browsing and dreaming is encouraged.
Book: Van it Yourself! Ute and Rafael Mans, 160 pages, Delius Klasing Verlag, 29,90 Euro
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