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Where will your PACMAT take you?Share and tag us in your PACMAT pictures for the chance to win a Family Poppy PACMAT. You don't have to go far. It could be the living room, kitchen or garden. Upload and tag us on social media before 13th January- Instagram #rubbastuff- Facebook #pacmat- Twitter #RubbastuffWe will choose our favourite picture to send a Gabby Malpas Family Poppy PACMAT to.You can tag as many photos as you like.
The habit of packing light
When did it all begin? Well, I think the importance of size and weight really came home when we were motorcycle touring around Europe. Often away for several weeks, with one trip only having two small panniers between us to carry our tent, sleeping bags and clothes. Mainly living in leathers with shorts underneath just incase we stopped and had a chance to cool down. Don’t think about what you can do with, only pack what you can’t do without. (Thank you Alastair Humphreys). Once I got my own bike there was more room to spread out into but...
Christmas Gifts for Outdoor Families
Lovely to find our Gabby Malpas Butterfly PACMAT featured in teh Christmas Gifts for Outdoor Familes guide from The Lady Bird Adventures. "Camping equipment makes a great Christmas gift. This year we bought our first campervan. If you know a family who enjoy camping then I’m sure you can buy them a great gift."
Christmas Present Ideas for Happy Campers
Lovely to be featured in the Cool Camping gift list. "The Cool Camping Christmas wishlist has landed featuring the best Christmas gifts for campers and lovers of the great outdoors...." Read the article here. "A range of picnic blankets featuring some of the most-loved parts of the UK; our national parks."
2020 Ultimate Chrismtas Gift Guide
So pleased to see PACMAT on Van LIfe Family's Ultimate Christmas Gift Guide this year. Amy, who is a seasoned campervanner (with a family and a dog) has put together a list of her favourite camping items. Check them out here. You'll also find some great pieces on camping meals, camp sites... what to pack here too.
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