With RV travel, sometimes it’s the little things that make a big difference. An example is the humble Camco hose elbow (http://goo.gl/1W30Tb).

What’s the big deal about this little $5 piece of brass? It delivers great bang for the buck.

Solid brass, pardner! (Click the pic for more info.)

Solid brass, pardner! (Click the pic for more info.)

It makes RV camping a little (maybe even a lot) more enjoyable.

The easy grip connector makes for faster and less frustrating water hookups.

It's technically an elbow, although here it looks like a knee. (Click the pic for more info.)

It's technically an elbow, although here it looks like a knee. (Click the pic for more info.)

It’s also good for your equipment.

By adding this piece between your RV and your water connection, the elbow helps relieve unnecessary stress on the hose and fittings.

What? You want a 45 degree angle? Camco's got you covered.

What? You want a 45 degree angle? Camco's got you covered.

Extending the connection point away from your RV can work wonders in tight spaces.

These hose elbows are available in 90 degree and 45 degree flavors. The two are functionally the same; it just depends on what angle of access suits your needs.

Another view of the drop dead gorgeous 45-degree Camco hose elbow. It's a work of art, isn't it?

Another view of the drop dead gorgeous 45-degree Camco hose elbow. It's a work of art, isn't it?

As someone once sang, the little things mean so much.

So try a little tenderness, I mean, hose elbow.

Your hose (and maybe your back) will thank you.