Reviews

Anyone thinking about entering the RV lifestyle for the first time will surely take heart from a UK-built Tribute motorhome. Among the most affordable in the country, these vehicles are nonetheless welcome proof that cheap doesn’t necessarily translate into nasty.
The new Jurgens Tooradin J2601 and J2603 (26’) caravans – the Australian company’s flagship models – are identical except for their interior layouts. Choosing between them requires an honest analysis of your needs, but Lawrence Schäffler’s vote goes to the J2601 and its angled bed.
Built by the UK’s Swift Group, the flagship Sterling Elite Explorer’s popularity in New Zealand is obvious and the 2012 model has sold out. Relax, though: the 2013 model is even better, costs only a little more and will be here soon.
What have a wife, a doghouse and a bunch of stick figures got in common? The answer is an impressive new 430 Stopover camping trailer from Black Pearl Fireglass which is already turning heads.
When we displayed the Quando folding electric bike at the Covi Motorhome, Caravan and Outdoor Supershow, it was an overwhelming success. For those who missed out, here’s the lowdown on this zippy little traveller.
Intrepid explorer Derek Grzelewski investigates the inflatable boat and finds it a veritable must-have for those who want to get away from it all and still have it all .
Bill Savidan reviews the Jurgens J2205 and finds that excursions on two continents have shaped a solid, hard-working caravan that can stand the tough knocks.
The latest addition to TRAILlite’s top-end Landmark series – the 7.8m Lowline Oakura 53 – combines a streamlined body with a slick, Euro-styled interior. Appropriately, it’s built on a Mercedes Benz chassis and will attract admiring glances wherever it goes, writes Lawrence Schäffler.
When physical-education-teacher-turned-designer Allan Croad on-sold manufacturing rights to the world-acclaimed, Mountain Buggy, many asked “What next?” Well, here it is – the LeisurePod has landed.