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The Camco Sidewinder 15-foot sewer-hose support is an accordion-style plastic cradle that elevates a waste hose between the RV outlet and campground connection. It can create a steadier downhill path and keep the hose off abrasive ground, provided the run, slope, and local campground rules cooperate.
Testing note: RVGearScout has not performed hands-on testing of this product. This review is based on current manufacturer information and RV-specific buying considerations.
Quick verdict
The 15-foot Sidewinder is useful for typical full-hookup sites where the sewer inlet is within reach and a gradual fall can be established. It will not solve an uphill connection, a hose that is too short, a buried inlet, or poor tank-emptying technique.
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How it fits an RV setup
Camco’s current 15-foot listing uses a flexible telescoping design that curves around obstacles. Before buying, measure common outlet-to-inlet distances with the RV positioned on the pad. The support, fittings, elbow, and hose all need storage space in a compartment isolated from fresh-water equipment.
Set the support from the RV outlet toward the sewer inlet so the hose falls continuously without deep sags. The highest section must not pull on the RV termination assembly, and the final elbow must seat securely in the campground inlet using the required threaded adapter or seal.
What stands out
- Adjustable run: The accordion design expands to suit shorter connections within its maximum length.
- Graduated support: Its shape can help maintain downhill drainage instead of leaving the hose in ground-level dips.
- Obstacle routing: Flexible sections can curve around pedestal bases and campsite features.
- Hose protection: Elevation reduces direct contact with gravel, mud, and hot pavement.
Limitations and checks
Never force waste uphill or leave an unsupported heavy section pulling on a fitting. Keep black-tank valves closed until the tank is ready to dump; leaving them open can allow liquids to drain while solids remain. Follow the RV and campground sequence for black- and gray-water disposal.
Wear disposable gloves, avoid splashes, wash hands, and disinfect equipment with products compatible with the materials. Do not rinse sewer gear at a potable-water spigot. Let the support dry before storage and inspect for cracks, sharp edges, or contamination that cannot be cleaned.
Who should buy it?
It fits owners using full-hookup sites with runs near 15 feet and enough storage for a folded plastic support. Choose a longer model only when necessary; excess length adds bulk and can make a smooth slope harder to arrange.
Bottom line
The Sidewinder can turn an awkward ground-level hose into a cleaner downhill run. Measure the site, protect the fittings, and keep sewer equipment strictly separated from potable-water gear.
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Manufacturer research: product information was reviewed on Camco’s official 15-foot Sidewinder page. Confirm the current manual, specifications, compatibility, and warranty before purchase or installation.
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