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Vac Packing Essentials for Your Summer Adventures

As summer hits full stride, it’s the perfect time to pack up, head outdoors, and enjoy everything New Zealand’s stunning landscapes have to offer. Whether you’re planning a camping trip, a weekend on the boat, or a full-blown motorhoming adventure, packing efficiently and keeping your food fresh can make or break the experience. That’s where ZeroPak comes in, with two must-have tools for your adventures: the TravelVac and the HandyVac.

Not sure which one is right for you? Let’s break it down—and spoiler alert: having both might just be the best decision you’ll make this summer.

Why Vac Packing is a Game-Changer for Summer Trips

When you’re outdoors or on the road, fridge and freezer space is a luxury, and freshness is everything. Vac packing your food offers these unbeatable benefits:

  • Maximised Storage: Vacuum-sealed bags are compact and space-efficient, leaving room in the chilly bin for drinks and other essentials.
  • Extended Freshness: Keep your meat, fish, and snacks fresher for longer, even in the summer heat.
  • No Spills, No Worries: Forget about leaking bags or soggy Eskies—vacuum sealing keeps your food mess-free.

Meet Your Travel Must-Haves: The TravelVac & HandyVac

TravelVac:

Lightweight and portable, the TravelVac is ideal for motorhoming families, fishing enthusiasts or anyone with limited space. It’s small enough to tuck into your gear but powerful enough to ensure your food stays fresh for days. Perfect for sealing:

  • Fresh fish straight on the boat.
  • Pre-portioned meals for the campsite.
  • Snacks to keep the kids happy during the drive.

Vacuum sealing fresh fish on the boat with the TravelVac.

 

 

HandyVac:

This cordless, rechargeable hand-held vacuum sealer is the ultimate travel buddy. Use it to:

  • Seal leftover food quickly.
  • Keep fruit and veggies crisp for longer.
  • Prep ingredients for your campsite cook-up.

Vacuum sealing leftover food while camping off-grid with the HandyVac.

Why You Might Need Both

While the TravelVac handles the heavy lifting, the HandyVac steps in for the smaller tasks. Together, they make the ultimate vac packing duo.

Think of it as having the right tools for the right jobs—because no two adventures are the same.

Tips for Effortless Summer Vac Packing

  1. Pre-Portion Your Meals: Divide your food into meal-sized portions before sealing. This saves time and eliminates waste at the campsite.
  2. Label Everything: A permanent marker is your best friend. Include the contents and the date on each bag for easy organisation.
  3. Double Down on Snacks: Seal trail mix, dried fruit, or crackers in snack-sized portions for quick grab-and-go options.
  4. Think Beyond Food: Vacuum sealing isn’t just for meals—use it to pack toiletries, keep important documents dry, or even store bait for fishing.

Get Ready for Your Next Adventure

ZeroPak’s TravelVac and HandyVac are your summer essentials for stress-free packing and fresh, delicious meals wherever your adventures take you.

Ready to gear up? Check out our Travel Vac, and Handy Vac. Don’t wait—summer is here, and with ZeroPak, you’ll be more than ready to hit the road.

P.S. Have a vac packing tip or success story to share? Tag us on Facebook with #ZeroPakAdventures—we’d love to feature you! Not online? Email us your stories, we love to hear from you.

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TravelVac Test Fired by Hunting & Fishing: ‘GET AHEAD OF THE GAME’

TravelVac 12 Volt Portable Vacuum Sealer – Testfire, By Leigh Sirett, Otaki Hunting & Fishing NZ.

“Unreal piece of kit. When I first got this sealer I tested it on an empty coke can at the office to see how powerful the vacuum was. The coke can didn’t stand a chance, the can was crushed in the vacuum seal bag through the sheer power of the vacuum pump on the sealer. From here I was so excited to try it on some fresh vennie.  Key features include the built in battery, making this unit fully portable. As well as the USB power source to charge – whether that’s your ute, laptop, solar powerbank, or standard USB wall adapter.

For those that don’t vacuum pack your food, you’re missing out on preserving the quality of your catch or the spoils from your hunt. The key to all good preserving is removing as much oxygen from the vacuum sleeve as possible to reduce food oxidation. The solution to removing air starts with a quality unit, then good quality bags through to a strong sealing machine to lock out the air and lock in the flavour. A big fear that’s prevented some people from not using a vacuum sealer is perhaps a misunderstanding that there is extra admin involved in processing your own food this way, however this unit is super simple and fast with no messy clean-ups!

Being fully portable is an absolute winner. It becomes the ultimate accessory at the campground or any other place where you have things fish or game to process and no power source.  Imagine this at duck-shooting or on the boat. You’ve had some luck on the mallards, breasted them in the field when they’ve cooled down, then straight into the vacuum sealer out in the field.  Or used a remote outdoors bench to fillet-off the snaps having first chilled them off on ice on the boat, then pop straight into the vacuum bags where you’ve filleted – reducing mess at home and meaning you can relax sooner after the trip.  With nothing to attract flies at home you’ll also be keeping the family happy, with the cleanup as simple as bringing the fish frames home wrapped in newspaper ready for dumping in the wheely bin! Taking the portable sealer on a recent fly-fishing trip to Turangi I was able to pack down some beautiful rainbows on ice back at the ute after fishing. This kept them super fresh and preserved the quality of the fish so when it’s served up with friends and family back home a few days later it tastes like it’s just come out of the river. This is super convincing but for the best results Zero Pac suggest slightly pre freezing your meat allowing the meat to retain the moisture getting an even better seal.

This sealer is a super powerful .8bar tough built unit. Vacuum modes for dry, moist, pulse and canister. Pulse mode gives great control for more delicate foods as the .8bar will crush soft or delicate foods like lettuce for example. Takes both pre-made bags or invest in the whole rolls so you can seal your bags to the desired length. The sealer is a single strip sealer so if you like double seals you’ll need to heat seal it twice. Not that I think you’ll need to double-seal as not one seal has given way on any of the vennie front and hind leg meat I’ve processed once sealed up, versus my previous sealer where the odd bag would break a seal after a few days especially on a wet seal – but not this guy. Invest in this unit as after all, getting the most from what you harvest is what its really all about.  Then enjoy packing/preserving your game over a couple of frothy lemonades with a few mates this season, with the satisfaction of knowing you are doing full justice to whatever you have just caught or hunted.

Conclusion?  The best portable, versatile, powerful, value for money sealer on the market.

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The ZeroPak TravelVac 12 Volt Vacuum Sealer

If you are a camper, hunter, angler, hiker, and anyone who wants perfectly vacuum packed food on the go then the ZeroPak TravelVac 12 Volt Vacuum Sealer is here to revolutionize your experience, ensuring your provisions stay fresh and flavorful, no matter where your journey takes you.
This vacuum sealer is a game-changer for anyone who enjoys the outdoors but hates the thought of wasted food or simply wants to pack their catch right away, even while out on the go.This innovative gadget boasts a powerful built in battery allowing you to vacuum seal your food even in the most remote locations with no power cords or other power needed. With a single charge, you can process over 100 bags, depending on size, to keep your food fresh throughout your entire trip. To recharge the battery simply plug it in while travelling or when you get home with the USB-C charging cord and its ready for action again.

Built for Any Adventure: Tough Enough to Handle the Wild, Light Enough to Carry

The TravelVac 12 Volt Vacuum Sealer isn’t just about preserving food; it’s built to conquer any adventure you throw its way:

Compact and Portable: Weighing in at a mere 39cm x 15cm x 8.4cm, this vacuum sealer
easily fits into your backpack, camping gear, or tackle box, without adding unnecessary bulk.

Stainless Steel Toughness: The TravelVac boasts a durable stainless steel lid and a lightweight ABS body that can withstand the bumps and scrapes of off-road travel, accidental drops, or the occasional encounter with a curious critter.
Cordless Convenience: Forget the frustration of finding outlets in remote locations. The TravelVac 12 Volt’s 2000mAh lithium battery offers ultimate convenience on the go. Whether you’re parked at a campsite, nestled in your cozy cabin or camped out in the bush you can easily power up the sealer and ensure your food remains at its peak.

This vacuum sealer goes beyond its rugged build. It is user-friendly, allowing anyone to achieve professional-grade vacuum sealing. Simple controls with intuitive icons make vacuum sealing a breeze, even after a long day of exploring. No complicated manuals or guesswork – just a few taps, and your food is ready for the long haul. You get to experience the power of cutting-edge technology. It features a heavy-duty 3mm sealing bar and a spacious 30cm wide vacuum chamber, ensuring a strong, airtight seal for every bag. It also boasts a powerful 80kpa vacuum pressure, removing maximum air for optimal freshness.

If you are travelling with a diverse range of ingredients, this vacuum sealer features dedicated wet and dry sealing modes, along with a precise pulse function. This allows for optimal pressure and sealing time for both meats and vegetables, while the pulse function provides extra control for delicate foods like seafood, berries, soup, or marinated vegetables, preventing crushing, over-processing or liquid entering the vacuum chamber.

Pack Less, Eat More: The Ultimate Space-Saving Solution

The TravelVac 12 Volt goes the extra mile for your outdoor culinary convenience:

Built-in Roll Holder & Cutter: No need to pre-cut bags that might not fit your needs! TravelVac
lets you create custom-sized vacuum sealer bags from vacuum sealer rolls, eliminating
unnecessary bulk and allowing you to tailor the bag size to the specific amount of food you want
to seal. The roll holder and cutter are conveniently built into the base of the machine, so you can
keep the roll stored inside and easily create bags whenever you need them, without the risk of
leaving them behind.

With the ZeroPak TravelVac 12 Volt Vacuum Sealer, you can say goodbye to food spoilage
anxieties and hello to worry-free outdoor adventures. Enjoy the peace of mind of knowing your
food will retain its flavour and quality, and keep longer than normal storage, allowing you to
focus on creating lasting memories in the great outdoors.

Here’s what the ZeroPak TravelVac 12 Volt Vacuum Sealer offers to elevate your outdoor culinary experience:

Up to 5 Times Longer Shelf Life: Vacuum sealing removes air, significantly slowing down the
spoilage process.

Space saving: By vacuum sealing your food into flat packs saves space and for easy defrost too.

Cook In The Bag: For quick easy meals vacuum packed food can be reheated in the bag to
create meals while out camping, tramping, hunting and fishing. Just pop the bag into a pot of
simmering water to heat and then eat. No fuss, quick and easy while on the go.