Pole carrier buying guide

ICaravan Pole Carrier Buyer's Guide

Every proud caravanner knows that storage space is at a premium when your caravan is your home away from home. Packing everything neatly and securely is a priority, which is exactly why caravan pole carriers are an essential piece of equipment.

Items like awning poles, fishing rods, tent poles, annexe poles, roof rafter poles, spreader bars, anti-flap kits (AFKs), pool noodles, and even long electrical cables are highly unwieldy. A quality pole carrier frees up valuable interior space, makes packing and unpacking a breeze, and ensures your gear travels safely.

4 Things to Consider Before Buying

• Length: This is determined entirely by your gear. If your longest awning rafter is 2.0m, your carrier must be at least 2.0m long.

• Width and Shape: Standard round carriers easily house poles, rods, and cables. If you have bulky items or anti-flap kits that don't sit well in a round tube, a square shape provides distinct storage advantages.

• Mounting Location: Pole carriers are highly versatile and can be roof-mounted or attached directly to your vehicle's A-frame drawbar for quick access.

• Aesthetics: Your carrier shouldn't ruin the look of your caravan. Match the look of your rig by choosing between classic white, sleek black, or a modern square silhouette.

Campsmart Product Catalogue

All Campsmart PVC pole carriers feature an internal dimension of 15cm (16cm external) and are proudly made and assembled in Australia using mostly Australian materials (Australian tubing and caps; overseas brackets and pins).

Round White & Black Pole Carriers

These round models feature dual removable end caps for easy dual-side access, secure pins with clips, and a pair of mounting brackets. The caps are designed so that a padlock (not included) can be added for extra security.

Note: Black models are made from solid, molded black PVC—not painted—meaning they won't scratch or peel over time.

Black Square Pole Carriers 

For caravanners who prefer a clean, modern profile or require a flat internal base to better stack items like square spreader bars and anti-flap kits, the black square carrier range offers a premium storage alternative while maintaining the standard length options to fit anything from small camper trailers to large off-road caravans.

Pole Carrier Mounting Brackets

• SKU: PCMBS43A2

• Application: Specifically engineered to attach a 150mm diameter round or square pole carrier to the A-frame chassis of your caravan, pop-top, or camper trailer. They are also highly suited for trade vehicle applications.

Key Specs:

• Sold as a complete pair, ready to bolt on.

• Made of heavy-duty, zinc-plated steel.

• Fits most standard RV A-frames with a chassis height ranging from 100mm to 150mm.Important

   Installation Note: These mounting brackets are engineered exclusively to hold the pole carrier on top of the chassis / drawbar frame. They are not designed or load-rated to carry the weight of the carrier suspended underneath the chassis.