Camper-Anfängerfehler - Tipps für Einsteiger (3/3) | WDR Reisen
Vacation with the motorhome. The big trend. Getting into the world of camping does not always go smoothly. Sometimes the stress starts before the trip. The way I did it, it could never have worked. A lot can go wrong when camping.
Our beginners can tell you a thing or two about that. We're going home. Complicated maneuvering, wrong equipment or a lack of know-how make all camping difficult. The Rosenberger, Yannik and Rabea family and the Handtke family look back on their first camping adventure.
"The best of the beginners" today at "We'll be campers". The Handtkes dream of a used caravan that they want to customize according to their ideas. You value comfort and cosiness.
For them, camping should primarily bring relaxation. Melle and Frank Rosenberger have been a couple for 26 years. They already have 3 children and 7 pets.
Now a mobile home is to be added. Rabea and Yannik have been a couple for 2 years and recently moved in together. Rabea dreams of a caravan for spontaneous short trips. Yannik can't say no to that. And how was it now? The Handtkes are with their caravan on a campsite in the Lippe district.
Hardly arrived, the 1st problem. Where can I find electricity? It should be over there somewhere. It is there. You definitely need a cable with a length of 35 m. Oh, the subject of electricity. - An endless subject.
At least the two new campers thought of the cable drum. Good thing we bought one too. Another piece and another piece. That's it for length? But that is also far. - For real. You can spend a lot of time working on a box like this. And fire free.
It should work. Take a look. Happy too early? Light does not work. Then I have to look again. Stefan is a trained electrical engineer and goes on troubleshooting. It's clever. He looks to see if electricity is flowing. Now it is loading.
(Julia) And? - There should be electricity inside now. But there is electricity here. - That's camping, right? It would be too nice, it would work.
The solution is often very close at hand. (Julia) It works. (Stefan) God. The plug was out. Oh what's that? But that looks wild. Embarrassing for an electrician. - Yes. Electricity goes. I don't know why that was. Don't talk out, plug in next time.
The same thing would certainly have happened to us. We would have figured it out 3 hours later. Campervans and caravans. Somehow different from driving a car. * Music * I think we have a record.
Should I look to be on the safe side? - Wait. Is the tire still full? - Yes. Good okay (Rabea) When I change gears, I notice that there ... That's why it's best to keep the gears longer. Typical man, these comments.
I grabbed my driver's license without you. Melle also gets into trouble. The motorhome plus trailer is an incredible 13 m long. And now straight back. (Melle) Could you help out? I don't hear any sound in the motor home. I don't know where this is going. What counts now is teamwork.
And a good arrangement. Each movement can bring the caravan in a different direction. We're both used to with the trailer behind the car. You see the trailer permanently because you see it in all the rear-view mirrors ...
That disappears. I don't see the drawbar. I aimed the camera so that I couldn't see it. That is 2 cm. - I'm telling you. Why do I always have to give in? Where is Ben? If two women quarrel, the man is gone.
Community means that everyone helps. (Lilly) I call, but you don't hear anything. - Then you have to run forward. You piss me off all day with your bad mood.
You should go left to the front, then back, then it fits. Somebody's always to blame. (Melle) Just pulling it together is not possible with you. Bad luck. - No, not bad luck.
I think the tense one was more like the mother. - Yes. Things don't always run smoothly. (Lilly) There are still 2 m. You can still go back. Stop. Now that's right. That was the baptism of fire.
It was stupid that I couldn't be there. But you did it well. It doesn't work with Rabea and Yannik either.
I pray for you. - Yes, do it. Ask people if they have good insurance. Turning in tight spaces with a trailer. Can it work?
Stop, we can't get over it. Most of them can go ahead with a trailer. When it comes to shunting, most of them go on strike. That is very embarrassing. Look, there's a child and another. Everyone will think what a problem they have with such a small trailer.
(Rabea) That's great. (Yannik) I'm wondering how to get around this. Wait. We're already waiting. No - You have to say how much, right? He won't get around. - Crap.
Any tips? Simply disconnect, turn around. - Right. Will be done. That's actually better, isn't it? - Yes, it's faster too. Instead of making a jumping jack. The most important thing when things go wrong is to keep your nerve and stick together.
Did you do well. - Yes? - Yes. At some point I said to my friends that I wanted each of my friends to have a Yannik. Yannik understands my emotions. Now she's proposing to him. You are totally patient and always have your back.
He really languishes at her. They are totally in love, can you see that? I see great similarities between us. Ouch. Stefan Handtke picks up the new caravan.
He has to get off the street quickly. They still have to push. That's a different house number. The Handtkes imagined it would be easier. Pushed, full of weight, poop curb.
3. That is nice for everyone who is watching. And how should the caravan be coupled now? And is it? We wouldn't push it around like that now. We are nervous. I hope it will be different on the campsite.
Yes, it will get better. - Help is available. Caravan, Van, Motorhome. Campers are spoiled for choice. Or very special requests.
So does this large animal family. Welcome to the Rosenberger family. And we are many. - How many are there? A dog, a cat and a horse for every child.
They can take them with them when they move out. Don't worry, Ernie, it's not that far yet. First of all, it's time to renovate. The family dogs should also travel relaxed in the new mobile home. In a separate dog compartment.
This would actually have been a wardrobe. There was a door in there. Then the idea came up that there must be a possibility that the dogs can go along.
I think that's great. A sliding door comes in here. Then they can run in and out. Windows come in too. What professionals. But the saw on the brand new motorhome still triggers a slight panic.
Egg. - Old steward. You could see that holes were cut into it. I like that, hopefully that’s soon after. Only one stays cool. Why not? Then you look to see if there are cables going along there. If not, just saw.
It's all just lightweight cardboard. Yes, it's easy to talk, as long as it's not about your own camper. Cuckoo. Awesome. Everything is tight here.
The specialist company guarantees this, but only for 3 years. We wouldn't have done that in a do-it-yourself way in life. That is left to experts. Brilliant. I would also like to be a dog with me. My dog would like to be with her too. The extended family is picking up their finished motorhome today.
Would you also like horses and 3 dogs? - Nope. Do you actually want children with me? - Cut. A compartment just for the dogs? Do Bibo, Ernie and Kalle appreciate that too? (Melle) Come on. Looks very cozy. (Melle) Sitz. Do you really need such a predator cage, right? Fortunately, all dogs feel good.
Open the door, dogs can look, they can breathe. And there is also something very special. Camera. - camera? Good. (Frank) Then you can watch your dogs. (Melle) Then you have a good picture.
Super. I've never had a camera for my dog. Nice to have, but not a must.
Where the Rosenbergers need XL, Rabea and Yannik XS are enough. Do they want to go with that? You don't want to hang the caravan on the Fiat 500? They are real enthusiasts in their early twenties. The challenge of finding a caravan with the car is that it must not have such a high vertical load. And he is not allowed to pull so many pounds. The caravan must have a relatively light curb weight. This is difficult.
If you just need a bed, that's okay. - Then that's enough. I didn't even know that there was a trailer hitch for the little cuddly balls . Yes, the couple will find what they are looking for on the Internet.
A mini caravan. However, it is already 35 years old. It looks so shabby. Sorry, but look at this. I feel like it right away. - Good choice.
Rabea and her father pick up the camper. (Rabea) There he is. Yeah sweet right? They just bought it? Bought as seen? * Music * That's totally cool, isn't it? Do not you think so? - It's awesome.
Happy, happy, happy. The whole thing wobbles. That's fine, right? - I love it. Already works. The main thing is that the suspension is still good.
What's that ... Didn't he say on TV. Yes, he did.
We leave that uncommented. - I don't say anything. Yannik and Rabea renovate their caravan on their own. They didn't really think about the repair. There is a lot to be done. The wall is just ajar here and fixed in some places.
How exactly, I don't know. I don't want to screw into the caravan. Now we wanted to inject assembly glue from here. Ah, assembly glue. Can that last?
They don't make rocket science out of it or bring it to the workshop and spend 3,000 euros. They just stick. Watch out. It's about to be broken. Because you had no premonition in terms of craftsmanship, I would like to apologize to all viewers who are thinking, what was the boy doing there? Most assembly adhesives take 24 hours to adhere. (Rabea) And? - It doesn't hold up yet.
Maybe after only 5 minutes I had hopes that it would last. Maybe I have to stay here for 3 hours. - Maybe. That sucks. I don't know whether it will hold without screws.
At least not after 5 minutes.It could have worked and then it would have been super good. The way I did it, it could never have worked. It doesn't matter, we continue with the next construction site without a plan. Does he start painting? Simply that way? - Crazy. It is also cool to start painting before taping.
Can't you mess it all up please? What is he messing around with when it's hanging in there? You just started brushing. I saw a brush, saw paint and thought, now I'll get the kid out again. You don't need to go here anymore. - Indeed. Yannik, please. I want to tape this up and you stroke my elbow ...
Are they still together? It was also extremely fun to tease you like that. Has it turned out nice? Nah, I don't like it. You can't even say that's shabby chic. Maybe a little planning would have helped. You should have an overall concept beforehand.
Maybe I still want wallpaper, what kind of floor comes in? And talk about your plans beforehand, as you imagine them. And agree on daily goals. What do we want to do today? And drinks a lot of beer. - Yes. The main thing is that the teamwork is right and the adhesive fulfills its purpose. (Yannik) Holds. - Nope. Yes, it holds up here. Cool.
The Handtke family like to renovate themselves. Your used caravan should be cozy. But of course also make something. This becomes white, and then everything becomes so black. Here, too, the front. We take all of that with us.
The entire caravan has been gutted. The young parents can start the extensive renovation. (both) I don't envy them. We imagined easier. - Definitely. We have already rebuilt and moved so much ourselves. You don't do that anymore.
I would say that the workshop also looks more skilled than me. Thanks. Foiling the fronts is tricky even for the tried and tested craftsman. Especially on the edges. I don't like it, but I have no other idea.
The painting does not go really well either. We're painting in the garage. There is a lot flying around. Everything is deposited on the paint. You can see that now. - I think it's okay. I wouldn't delete it again. I always say that when I don't feel like it anymore, everything is great.
If you get into these spots, I'll just do it again now, then we'll have peace. A tip on how it could be easier? Next time just spray can and that's it. In any case, the drudgery was worth it. Yes. - Well done. The Handtkes caravan is hardly recognizable after 4 weeks of work.
Look, even herringbone parquet look. They've got it. They are welcome to get a trailer ready for us. We are happy to swap for a weekend.
A nice camper is more than half the battle, but it is by no means a guarantee for a relaxing holiday. What should you watch out for when camping? At the beginning there is a clear decision. You have to think about when you do something like that, when does your vacation begin. A large comfort pitch awaits the Rosenbergers.
With its own water supply and waste water connection. But how does it actually work? We're going home. Melle suspects that she has forgotten something crucial. (Melle) I have a question. May I kidnap him for a moment, your hard-working helper? I have the pitch with water and sewage. Where does the wastewater go? - I can show you.
That's nice thank you. He's super nice. She spoke to the right person.
I don't have a hose with me. Then I can't let go, can I? Because my drain is sitting here. But without a hose, the wastewater connection is useless. Melle has to empty her waste water tank at the disposal station.
You cannot know everything at the beginning. Then you know what is missing and what is important to you. A sewage hose is very important. The standard exam for all beginners is waiting for Rabea and Yannik. The awning construction.
According to the manufacturer, of course, it's always child's play and done in 15 minutes. Wait, I'll turn on a stopwatch. - Yes why? Because I can't believe that we need 15 minutes. Once you know what what is for, then I can imagine that you can build it up in 15, 20 minutes. What do the others appreciate? In my experience, you won't get there with 15 minutes.
If they have a pole tent, three quarters of an hour. I think 1 h. (Rabea) Let's go. "Prepare the tent floor mat and the outer tent on the smoothest and cleanest possible surface." * Music * Rabea, that's stupid. - What? That was stupid. - What did I do wrong?
You have to follow suit everywhere. - Why? I didn't do anything wrong. - Indeed. You can fix it there. And we have to do this bit by bit. This is a mega fringe with these things.
(Frank) Then a pole goes out, then you can do that again. The two of them already have an audience. I would sweat. - He's sure to do that too. Rabea and Yannik have opted for a very special model.
Your awning is stretched over the car. Complete. And what does the clock say? How long did it take us? 2 h? - No, 1 hour.
45 minutes more than expected, right? You see. - 1 h. - Absolutely normal. It just takes that long. The first mistake you can make when camping if you stress yourself with time. You should be relaxed the whole time. That's why you drive away so you can leave the stress at home. Was it still worth the effort? If I now compare our tent with the others, 1,000 euros, 160 euros, I would always choose our tent.
Yes, the awning. For the Handtkes, too, an enormous stress factor at first. Then put everything together here. This isn't the newest anymore, but it's totally okay. It doesn't have to be the latest when you start camping.
You can buy good used items. They have one thing for the caravan. It's just a shame that there are no instructions for use. That sucks right away. Oh, most accidents happen in the home.
That's a box, isn't it? Sure, flip-flops on the thing. The skilled craftsman. Look how he tortures himself. (Julia) Go on. - Yes. Stop, stop, stop. Finally, it stands.
The construction cost the beginners time and nerves. For me, such an awning would be out of the question. Well done, definitely. The nice thing is, it's like a kind of open winter garden.
Can sit outside in the evening, can cook outside. You can lie snuggly inside. Julia is less enthusiastic. You can certainly build it up 4, 5, 6 times. You will definitely know it by heart at some point, but this is too good time for that. When we say we're going on short trips, leaving on Fridays, then I'm not in the mood to set up the thing for 2 hours in the heat.
A sun sail would also be good for them. Or a parasol. Simply from the garden. We also bought a parasol. That's enough. With a 2 hour delay, the beginners will feel like they are on holiday. Holiday mood and a clear realization: The pole awning is being removed. What did we do with it? - Sold.
The motorhome owners have it better there. The assembly is done quickly. The vacation can start right away. I can already feel it. Do you feel it already? (Lilly) what? Nice, right? She doesn't feel like it anymore. - She's annoyed. Maybe next time you prefer to travel without teenagers? And where is Frank anyway? Who is coming now (Lilly) Papa Rosenberger. - You're not serious.
Hello. Look, so, hi. Hey. Moin, are you already there? - Everything set up.
Can I do a few more steps pro forma? Oh, are you stressed? - I heard you were stressed. Said the woman from the front desk. - Nah, it was harmonious. She lied up there. Yes nope, everything is very relaxed. With 2 horses, 3 dogs and 3 children in the mobile home including trailer on the first camping holiday. And besides struggling with one or the other hurdle.
And all without a man. I wouldn't be in the mood to do it all by myself, and he would sit down in the nest that was made. I think it's like a bomb that could almost burst. * Music * She is still quite relaxed there. - I agree.
But there wo n't be any point in whining down the bar, because otherwise we wouldn't have had a nice evening. In Frank's defense, the HR manager was held up in the office. The latecomer ensures a relaxed dinner and smoothes the waves. Yannik and Rabea don't have that holiday feeling either.
The novice camping enthusiast has made a classic mistake. I need an adapter for that. No adapter? - We were better prepared then.
(Yannik) Do we have an adapter for it? - Nope. My mood was in the basement. You learn. The experience makes camping more relaxed.
Fortunately, there are old hands with a lot of helpfulness at every campsite . You're ashamed of that. - Yes, I was uncomfortable. How should you know something like this if you've never done it before. That's what I love about camping, they always help. They are always in a good mood. They see when you have problems and come and help without being asked.
Now the vacation can begin. Now we have electricity. Now let's get out of it, what shouldn't be missing when camping? 1. an adapter. 2. an adapter. Toilet wipes. Good mood, confidence. Beer, of course, or something to snack on.
That was good. - Very good. That was just the start of camper happiness. And is it going on? Frank and Melle have become real camping fans and already have a lot of new ideas. Camping has enriched our lives.
(Melle) There are really great moments together, but also driving as a couple and having the motorhome to yourself, that also has its incentive. Rabea and Yannik also want to continue. The joint project has welded the young couple even closer together.
We found out that we shouldn't take a lot of things so strictly, but with humor and serenity. We took that with us. You also learn something about craftsmanship. Definitely fun. There will be one or the other project to come.
The Handtke family is investing another 600 euros in a new air chamber awning in order to get into the holiday mood even faster in the future. Off to the caravan, take your own living room with you. Continue for 10 km, that's enough. Then you have a nice weekend.
The entry into the world of camping. Not infrequently a bit bumpy, but it's worth it. Copyright WDR 2021
2021-09-10 07:25
