An RV water hose is one of the hardest-working pieces of gear you’ll pack for every trip. Whether you’re connecting to a city water hookup, filling your fresh water tank, or setting up at a campground for the weekend, your hose is responsible for delivering clean, safe water every single day. Choose the wrong one, and small inconveniences quickly become bigger problems: contaminated dr ...

The hose you use at the marina must handle more than a typical backyard garden hose. It may be dragged across concrete, fiberglass, teak, gravel, and sun-baked docks. It must fit inside a crowded cockpit locker or lazarette. Most importantly, if you use it to fill your freshwater tank, it must be suitable for drinking water. The best marine hose is not simply a garden hose with a nautical label. I ...

You probably don't think much about your water hose—until it's time to fill your RV's fresh water tank or connect your boat at the marina. That's when an important question comes up: is every hose safe for drinking water? The answer is no. While many travelers still use a regular garden hose for convenience, not every hose is designed to carry water intended for drinking. Understanding what ...

Winter is tough on outdoor equipment—and your irrigation system is no exception. As temperatures drop below freezing, even a small amount of water trapped inside a garden hose or hose reel can expand, creating enough pressure to crack fittings, damage seals, or shorten the lifespan of the entire system. The good news? Spending just a few minutes preparing your retractable hose reel before th ...