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Just another brilliant Top Ten list from Gaj-it.com.  Camping season is at its peak, which makes this a special time to boast off your camping gadgets, or simply to make your life that little bit easier!

1. Ultimate Swiss Army Knife

The ultimate of all camping Gadgets. Heaviest than most of its contenders weighing in at almost 3lbs it requires BIG pockets, but with over 100 features all can be forgiven. The Ultimate Swiss Army Knife has 85 Gadgets in one. Wenger have pulled all the shots when manufacturing this giant, with more gizmo’s than James Bond’s secret lab.

Largely different from its tiny predecessor its tools include:

  • An all-purpose wrench.
  • Swivelling compass.
  • Laser pointer.
  • Spot light.
  • Magnifying glass.
  • Chain rivet setter.
  • Combination tool.
  • Vast range of knifes and screw-drivers.

The Wenger Giant Swiss Army Knife has a price tag of £550.00, so not the cheapest of gadgets, but with almost everything in one – maybe two – hand then its the must have mulit-functional gadget for every camping occasion.

Available from: Amazon.com

 

2. “Foldaway-loo”

No camping trip can be complete without the “Foldaway-loo” (politely put!) This camping accessory is a must! After all the Swiss Knife does not include a shovel!

 Retailing at £16.99 its affordable, foldable (and will double up as a coffee table)

Unlike most gadgets, this needs no explanation, you simply pop-up, bag and poop! Job Done.

 Get yours now from: Packyourbags.com

 

3. Sea to Summit

The space saver! Sea to Summit is revolutionary in the great outdoors, specialising for the avid camper and outdoorsman.   

This perfect concept is the ideal camping gadget. The Sea to Summit Kitchen Sink can hold up to 20 litres of hot water, and can then be folded away into its small carry case.

Smaller size are available and the biggest – 20 litres – retails for £16.99.

Pocket one now from: Amazon.com

 

 4. Mini-Kin

The Mini-Kin is the ultimate rechargable power accessory to take on your outdoor adventure. The tiny wind power charger is perfect for attaching to your bike, boat, arm band for running or to your tent. The Mini-Kin comes with attachments for most phones, MP3 players, phones and more. So whilst trekking the summit of a mountain or amidst a crowd of a festival, you need not to worry if your camera immediately falls ill of battery life, your Mini-Kin will be your saviour!  Mini-Kin facts:

  • Built in 1500mAh rechargeable lithium polymer battery.
  • Supplied with a selection of phone connectors and a power adaptor.
  • Accessories include: Stand, arm strap, bicycle clamp and window sucker.

Retailing at £27.99 the Mini-Kin is a snip given its uses, a definite must have. Get blown away at: Lazyboneuk.com

5. Sea to Summit Pocket Shower

The Sea to Summit Pocket Shower. Perfect for the camping season with its 10l capacity and heat absorbing bag, giving you a warm shower lasting roughly 7 minutes. Simply twist mechanism, 20ft cord, controlled head shower and flow adjustment, ideal for around £16.99.

Get it now: Foxter.com

 

6. TentLED

Invented by dutch designer Van Burlo, this ingenious concept is what every responsible camper needs to stop people tripped over their ropes – we’re all guilty.

However since the invention of the TentLED they are stocked by most good camping stores ranging in price from £3 – £7.

Running off batteries the LED’s adjust themselves to the right ambient light, and shutting themselves off when in storage. TentLED’s are a given must have for all campers!

7. Lightcap

The light emitting drink cup is innovative in design. The Lightcap as its known is a bestseller at most big camping stores. Running off solar power the Lightcap illuminates the water with its LED’s.  The Lightcap 300 retails for £25 making an ideal drink cup and light, perfect!

Get yours:  Solight.com

 

8. Igloo Cool Fusion Icy Tunes

Igloo Cool Fusion Icy Tunes – even the name is cool! Basically just a glorified cool bag, the Igloo Cool Fusion is fully insulated for a 38 litre capacity which can fit up to 58 cans of coke. It weighs almost 6kg but given that its on wheels and has a telescopic handle, its no strenuous task. it benefits from exterior pockets, two built-in drinks holder and - the main attraction – built-in speakers and stereo.

Powered by 4xAA batteries the stereo and speakers are compatible with Ipod and has FM/AM functions.

This is the mother of all cool bags and averaging at £120 between models, its price tag is just a snip for the “cool” factor, be the talk of the party with this camping gem.

Available from: Igloo-store.com

9. JetBoil

JetBoil the only way to cook! JetBoil makes cooking clean, easy, quick and safe. Boasting many designs with this tipping the bar at £50 JetBoil is affordable given the market for camping stoves.

Rubberised handles, safe locking lids and rapid heating pans, JetBoil is a must have for the camper on the go.

Get it from: Amazon.com

10. Battery Controlled Marshmallow Roaster

Last but no means least, the ultimate in companion camping has to be handed to the Battery Controlled Marshmallow Roaster! For £6 this rotatable roaster will gain you at least two new friends abolishing their sticks for an even marshmallow roast. Must have for party campers.

Buy from: Amazon.com

 

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