Summertime is all around us now–the sun is blazing, the kids are home from school, and everyone’s going a little stir-crazy. Why not pack everyone up in the truck and head for your favorite camping and fishing spot?

Here to make prepping for that trip a little easier is A.R.E. In case you weren’t already aware, the company is big on fishing, serving as title sponsors on B.A.S.S. events, having its own fishing team, and building quality fishing accessories that hook up to several of your makes and models.

The Rod Pod.

One thing that can sometimes prove a hassle is packing the fishing rods. Dealing with haywire fishing lines, as well as disassembling the rods, can prove a disaster if not done correctly.

A.R.E.’s solution is the Rod Pod, which can mount to the roof of your vehicle and provide ample space for rods up to eight-feet long. A diameter of six inches makes the Rod Pods spacious and able to accommodate multiple rods, and they’re safe as well, since the caps accept padlocks too. And as always, if you prefer your fishing rods remain inside the cab, A.R.E.’s handy roof-mounted holders can keep up to four units per holder in place inside the bed.

After the day of fishing is over, a night of stargazing is a great way to unwind. The Airbedz Lite air mattress can fit snugly into a 6.5-foot or larger bed on Ford, GM, Ram, Nissan, or Toyota pickups, and what’s more, if you order a participating bed cap right now, A.R.E. will include an Airbedz Lite free of charge. How’s that for curing the summertime blues?

Find out more about A.R.E. and its offerings on the company’s website. Find it on Facebook too, where you can give it a Like! and stay updated with news, photos, events, and more.