March 2009 RV Product Reviews

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DownTube Mini Folding Bicycle

Small is beautiful for cyclists who don’t have a lot of space in their rig. DownTube’s mini folding bikes fill the bill by collapsing into easily portable packages. The eight-speed Sturmey Archer model has an internal hub that eliminates improper shifting or the need to clean the drive train. The mini’s rear suspension makes for comfortable riding, and the vertical stem allows for a smaller fold for easier storage. Rosemary Bates-Ranks, a Good Sam Club Sambassador from Danville, Illinois, took the DownTube for a spin and says, “This bike is clever and easy to use and store.” PRICE: $519 CONTACT: DownTube 215-245-4032 www.downtube.com

ThermaCell Patio Lantern

The ThermaCell mosquito-repelling patio lantern protects RVers from pesky bugs and shines brightly for outdoor entertaining. A butane cartridge dispenses odorless insect repellent for 12 hours of bug-free lounging. ThermaCell reports that the lantern is up to 98 percent effective at warding off mosquitoes and black flies in a 15-foot zone. Good Sam product tester David Simmons of the Villages in Florida lit up the lantern and tells us, “It’s nice to be able to sit outside with the assurance that mosquitoes are being repelled.” PRICE: $29.99 CONTACT: ThermaCell 866-753-3837 www.thermacell.com

PacDown Memory Foam Mattress

To help RVers get a good night’s rest, the PacDown mattress enlists pressure-relieving memory-foam technology. Available in RV queen size, the mattress has 3 inches of memory foam that’s backed by 6 inches of high-resiliency support foam for comfort. The fire-safe cover is made of white European goose down and is guaranteed to be hypoallergenic. Good Sam Club member Lara Ohlinger from Ventura, California, tested the mattress and reports, “This bed is extremely comfortable.” PRICE: $599 CONTACT: Bed In A Box 800-588-5720 www.beninabox

Black and Decker Pivoting Floor Vac

RVers can beat dirt with Black and Decker’s cordless pivoting floor vacuum, which bends in the middle for cleaning tight spaces and folds in half for compact storage. The 18-volt vacuum’s motorized brush roll tackles tough messes on carpets and hard surfaces, and the bagless canister makes for easy dirt disposal. Good Sam Club product tester Kay Norris of Vista, California, tried the Pivoting Floor Vac and writes, “It’s light, easy to use and works well, especially in corners and hard-to-reach areas.” PRICE: $99.99 CONTACT: Black and Decker 800-544-6986 www.blackanddecker.com