camp

Oztrail picnic table

R2 499, takealot.com

There are a two things to love about this setup. Firstly, it provides a table and seats for family meals and card games in a campsite (four adults would probably struggle with the elbow room but each seat does take 100kg). Secondly, it all folds down quickly into a unit that can be carried like a suitcase and packed in a car boot.

Sto–Kit Collapsible Basin with handles

R239, outdoorwarehouse.co.za This washing-up tub has a good depth of 17cm (46cm wide x 34cm long) so it’s easy to do the dishes and the large pans too. Being collapsible makes it convenient for camping trips when car space is tight.

40L Wild Cooler

R5 495, wildcoolers.com

It’s pretty much indestructible – and to prove it, Wild Cooler released videos of their product being dropped off a cliff, dragged behind a bakkie and attacked by hyenas. Beyond pure ruggedness, it is adept at shutting in the cold (50mmthick walls and 75mm-thick lid), with freezer-quality sealing properties. Extras include a bottle opener and drain plug, and 30 more accessories can be added.