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We've received comments asking for a storage unit for our Multi-Reels, because being a Flat Out fan means being a fan of tidiness. So, we've been busy behind the scenes coming up with new ways to store gear that’s both functional and stylish.But instead of guessing what you'd love, we thought, why not ask the people who matter most, you?That’s why we’ve narrowed it down to three unique designs and we want your feedback. Your vote doesn’t just influence a choice, it helps bring the next favourite Flat Out piece to life. Watch the video to see each bag in action...

This little clip takes us back a few years, when Dexter was still small enough to think being in front of the camera was fun. These days, he’s a pre-teen and far more interested in hiding from it! Flat Out has always been a family story. Zoe’s father-in-law – known as “Opa” to the grandkids – started the business with a simple idea and a whole lot of ingenuity. Over the years, Dexter has been part of that journey too, from lending a hand in the workshop to appearing in videos like this one. With Father’s Day here, it’s a...

Usually our best product ideas don’t come from a whiteboard in a meeting room, they come from you, our customers. Our brand new Filter & Accessories Bag is Aussie made by a small family business in Hervey Bay and designed to make life just that little bit easier. It’s made to perfectly fit your filter with your Flat Out hose wound neatly around it, helping stop drips and keep everything tidy in storage. It’s the ideal RV water filter storage bag for caravans, motorhomes and camper trailers, compact enough to keep your setup organised without wasting space. This wasn’t just a...

“Flat sullage hoses don’t work.” Or so they say… but like other things in life, it’s not the hose that counts – it’s how you use it. If your Flat Out Lay Flat Sullage Hose isn’t working as expected, you’re not alone. While we often hear great reviews from our customers on our Sullage Hose we also get questions from caravan owners struggling with grey water drainage. The great news is most issues are easy to fix with the right caravan sullage hose setup. In this video, Zoe walks you through what comes in your kit, the most overlooked mistakes, and...

Our much-loved blue Premium Drink Water Hose has been discontinued by our Melbourne manufacturer, who recently changed their production processes and made the tough call to cease supply. They’ve been producing our hose for over seven years, and we’re incredibly grateful for the quality and consistency they delivered during that time. Even before this change, we were regularly running out of stock due to high demand — so this time last year, we began searching overseas for a secondary supplier. We weren’t chasing the cheapest option; we were looking for a manufacturer who could meet our high standards for drinking...