Hey Guys, We have put together a list of the best gear that we use, trust and LOVE with our own personal links and discount codes for you to use. Reach out if you have any questions.
It’s really important that you please use the links and discount codes that we provide below so that these awesome brands know your purchase came from us xx
VANMADE GEAR
Matilda came with what we call ‘granny curtains’. Since our van has a total of 11 windows, the flowery curtains dominated and dated our space. We played around with numerous ideas of replacing these, and eventually found a company who make custom van shades. Nowhere in New Zealand or Australia makes these in such high quality, so we purchased from Vanmade Gear in the US. These are a total GAME CHANGER. These fabric and foam covers fit perfectly into each window and stay in place with very strong magnets. They provide excellent insulation, fold up easily and stay in the window. And a plus, they are complete blackout and provide excellent privacy!
Click the link below to have a look, and reach out if you have any questions: https://vanmadegear.com/?ref=pBc-5HHOFirGRF
VANNCAMP
For our rear door, we searched high and low for the right product, and we eventually found some awesome magnetic thermal blankets which also act as fly screens from a company called VannCamp. These blankets provide superb privacy, so we don’t have a problem opening the rear doors to show what’s inside, and they also keep out any nasties (even tiny sandflies)! The great thing is, unlike most rear screens on the market, they can easily be removed and put back up within seconds, which is great if we are parked somewhere beautiful and want to admire the whole view out of the back!
Check these awesome screens out here! https://vanncamp.com/partner/6/
NEWLYFE
Towels that love to travel! Sand Free Beach Towels and Quick Dry Bath Towels that are so compact, lightweight, easy to pack and carry, you can take them anywhere! These are absolutely great for vanlife! Based in Perth, Australia!
Check them out here: https://newlyfeau.myshopify.com?sca_ref=5777423.QZAWlKOIUY
OLD OUTBACK
Some really cool, tanks, tees and tops! Amazing back story, and just lovely people! Based in Brisbane, these clothes are high quality and the designs are great.
We have managed to score you a 10% discount using our code TASMAN10. Here’s our link https://www.oldoutback.com.au/tasmantravels
KŪKI OUTDOORS
Based in Wānaka, these guys create and sell the one thing that you didn’t know you needed for #vanlife, camping, hiking, your back yard! HAMMOCKS! Really well priced, eco-conscious, and super compact! They come in lots of cool colours, and are super durable and sooo comfy! They also sell other quality camping gear and equipment!
Here’s the link: https://www.kuki-outdoors.com?sca_ref=5652683.5qwOEVc0jq. FOR A 10% DISCOUNT USE: TASMANTRAVELS10
ELECTRIC PUKEKO
Ya’ll know that we love our hats and sunglasses! We wouldn’t wear any other brand than Electric Pukeko! Macca and Jess, originally from the Hawkes Bay, now based in North Canterbury. Really awesome 100% wool hats, great sunnies, lots of different designs!
Check them out here https://www.electricpukeko.co.nz. Use our DISCOUNT CODE PUKEKOTASMAN FOR 10% OFF!!
AA SOLAR
These guys fitted and supplied much of our electrical system including our solar, batteries and awesome battery monitoring system. We can’t recommend them enough, they do a great professional job at a price that is hard to beat in New Zealand! In our set up we have 2×156 amps hours Deep Cycle Lead Acid batteries, 555 watts of solar, and a Voltronic battery monitor with shunt.
Have a look here https://aasolar.co.nz
Q&A
You’re all obviously allies. It’s good to be proud, but also nice to be subtle. Q&A Apparel based in Brisbane are proudly LGBTQ+ owned, designed and made in Australia!! ‘Make it fashion, but without the bullshit gender norms’
Take a look here https://www.qnaapparel.com.au
SOUTHERN SPIRIT
Being bitten throughout the night is not fun. We searched all over the net to try and find some custom flyscreens for the sliding door on our Sprinter. We eventually found some from an awesome company in Aussie, Southern Spirit, Vantastic!
These fly nets are amazing as they fit behind the weather seal of the door, meaning NO BUGS can get it. They also protect from the smallest of insects (midges). Best of all, unlike many other custom screens on the market, they won’t break the bank, at just over $300 NZD.
Check them out here https://www.vantasticrvparts.com/shop/#!/fly-&-mosquito-screen-sliding-door-Merc-Sprinter-HR-2006-18/p/189342996/category=25796844
USE DISCOUNT CODE TASMAN-PROMO8 FOR A 8% DISCOUNT!
