Caravanning so popular today is good because you can travel with more comfort than walking. But at the same time, you are limited by the direction of movement, that is, you are forced to adhere to paved roads. But humanity has paved many roads, and today on our planet there are not so many places left that could not be reached by car. The only exceptions are mountain peaks, sea open spaces and especially secluded corners of the Earth. But no one bothers you to leave your iron horse in the nearest civilized place and go to explore hard-to-reach sights on foot. And you don’t have to carry heavy loads, which means that you have more freedom of choice in what to take on the road by car. Well, if you are traveling in a trailer, or your car has a roomy trailer. The trailer in general is a real motor home, and you can feel like in a city apartment with all amenities. But if you have a regular car, you will have to reduce your appetites.
Let's talk about what to take on a long journey, taking into account the specifics of movement. Let's start with what your car might need. First of all, before the start of the trip he needs a full inspection. Even if you are 240 percent sure that your car is working, it’s better to play it safe, because according to the law of meanness, your four-wheeled friend can manage to break down as far as possible from the nearest service station.
What to take on the road by car? A spare wheel, a tow rope, a jack, a set of keys (socket, cylinder, candle ...), a cigarette lighter, a fire extinguisher, a first-aid kit and a compressor. Yes, that’s all, it’s possible, and has been traveling with you for a long time, but it’s better to double-check it and at the same time update and expand the set of medicines. In no case can a gasoline canister, a container with engine coolant, "native" oil and a bottle of distillate interfere. You also need to be prepared for the fact that you will have to change the punctured wheel on marshy soil, therefore, you will need a support plate so as not to look for it at the scene.
Now you can take care of yourself. Let's talk about what to take on the road by car to passengers and the driver. Here you are limited only by the capacity of the trunk and your own common sense. If the interior of the car is not so spacious that all participants in the caravan can comfortably stay in it for the night, then it is necessary to grab tents and sleeping bags. Also for every traveler you need to take air mattresses. They do not take up much space, are lightweight and, with a compressor, quickly inflate. Clothing needs to be taken simple and comfortable, but you still go on a trip, not a ball. Be sure to grab a few shifts of linen, warm clothes, a jacket and a raincoat. Rubber boots will also be useful.
From what needs to be taken on the road, it is necessary to highlight such mandatory attributes of a tourist as an hatchet, a flashlight, a repellent, matches, a knife, a spoon, a bowl and a mug. You must take them with you. Moreover, with the exception of the hatchet, one copy for each tourist. They belong to the category of things that you just need to take on the road, regardless of whether you travel on foot or by car. But the car gives more room for amenities. Therefore, put in the trunk a folding table and chairs, tags, or even a compact stove with a supply of fuel. So it will be much more convenient for you to cook than on a fire. What else to take on the road by car? If you travel in the warmer months, this is a cooler bag. However, in spring and autumn it will not hurt either. Have a good trip and let the tablecloth go under the wheels!