The 'outBACK'

Outback - surfing term meaning out beyond the waves, where surfers sit when waiting for the next wave. In this case meaning out the back of the van, making outdoor space into a useful, weatherproof cooking and living space.


The 'outBACK' includes units attached to the rear barn doors – the Koolbox and the Kookbox. The Koolbox to keep your food and drinks cool, the Kookbox for cooking, and the Cover-up to keep this area dry.

'Kookbox' was the name given to a hollow wooden surfboard first made by Tom Blake in the 1920's. 

'Cover-up' is a surfing term describing a move very similar to surfing through a barrel (when the wave is curling over your head), but very quick and short.

As in the 60's vans, cooking was an outdoor activity – cookers were located on the side barn-doors. Taking inspiration from this Karve Kampers have custom units built onto the rear barn doors to include the cooker, retro cooler and water storage.

The tailgate option is popular with surfers as they like to use it as a shelter when changing or hanging out. Karve Kampers specifically source the barn door models to create a covered cooking and changing area, with the addition of the 'Cover-up' waterproof cover.

These products will be available in the near future as accessories for any VW T5.

Contact Karve for further details on 07972 232797.