News Tips & Tricks (Flat Out Blog)

As we continue to grow, it feels important to share more about the people behind what we do. And this month, we’re mixing things up and introducing someone who’s been a big part of the Flat Out journey. Meet Michael: an adventurer at heart who’s turned his passion for the road into part of our journey. Before joining us, Michael built a career helping others gear up for adventure. Through his time at ARB, he worked closely with customers to equip their vehicles for the road ahead. Over time, that passion turned into something more personal: he wanted to create...

At Flat Out, safe drinking water is non-negotiable. That's why our Teal drink water hoses are manufactured using materials that comply with both AS2070 and the higher AS4020 requirements for potable water applications. AS2070 is the Australian standard covering plastics and materials intended for contact with food and drinking water. It ensures the materials used are safe, non-toxic, and suitable for potable water use. In fact, many caravan drinking water hoses on the market are manufactured solely to AS2070 requirements. AS4020 goes a step further. In addition to material safety, it includes requirements relating to taste, odour, microbial growth and...

If you've developed a leak near one end of your Flat Out Drink Water Hose, and you're handy with a few basic tools, there's a simple repair you can do without any specialty parts. Here's how to get your hose back into service in just a few simple steps. See the video below to follow along as Zoe and her dad, Allan, demonstrate how to do this. Step 1: Remove the Brass Fitting Carefully separate the brass snap fitting from the crimp.  Note: Don't throw the brass snap fitting away. You won't need to buy a replacement, as standard snap...

Record a quick video testimonial and we’ll sort you a $160 voucher for a Flat Out bag. We know the people who want one of our padded bags are the same people already using and loving their Flat Out gear. We also know that when someone’s deciding whether to buy, they’re far more likely to trust another traveller than anything we say. So we’re asking for a small favour: share your experience so others can enjoy our gear too.  In return, we’ll send you a $160 voucher so you can choose your own Flat Out Multi-Reel Storage Bag. You don’t need...

From the launch of our new padded bags to exciting news about Zone and a few reflections on the challenges ahead, there's always something happening in the Flat Out world. We wanted to take a moment to share what’s new, what we’re celebrating, and where we’re heading next. Check out the Fancy New Padded Multi-Reel Bags  Our new padded bags are finally available to purcahse! They're packed with useful features and a beautiful way to add a new level of organisation to your already organised setup.  Watch the video above and make your own verdict.  We’ve released them in two...