Over-packers, start your engines
Part of the fun of car camping is being able to pack everything -- including the kitchen sink. -- Scott Doggett
CRATE & BARREL EXTENDABLE FORK
Beats cooking your frankfurter on a deconstructed coat hanger. $8. (800) 967-6696, www.crateandbarrel.com
ORIKASO PICNIC SET
Collapsible dishware. Assembly is harder than making an origami triceratops. $24. (800) 577-2700, www.orikaso.com
GSI CAMP GOURMET KITCHEN
Double sink, pressurized fresh water faucet, combination cutting board-windscreen. Wolfgang Puck never had it so good. $160. (800) 704-4474.
FLAMINGO TENT PEGS
John Waters watch out. Nothing conveys camp better than a tent pegged with pink flamingos. $20. (406) 586-5258.
AERO COMFORT CAMP BAG
An auto-inflating air mattress with built-in sleeping bag. It just doesn’t get any better. $100. (888) 462-4468, www.thinkaero.com
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