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