Compact Hose Reel System (CRS)

The ultimate onboard air hose reel for touring, off-road and everyday vehicle use

If you’re looking for a fast, clean and versatile way to manage onboard air, the Apex Designs Compact Reel System (CRS) sets the benchmark. Originally engineered by Apex Designs USA, this patented compact hose reel is trusted by serious off-roaders, touring vehicles and workshop setups worldwide.

Designed to keep your air hose neatly stored and instantly accessible, the CRS eliminates tangled hoses, messy storage and slow pack-downs — making it the most practical air management solution on the market.

Core Uses & Real-World Applications

The Apex Designs Compact Reel System is far more than just a tyre inflation hose reel:

✔ Tyre Inflation (4WD, Truck, Caravan & Trailer)
Quickly air up tyres after beach driving, off-road tracks or towing. Compatible with high-flow tyre inflators and onboard air systems.

✔ Blow Out Sand, Mud & Dust
Connect a blower or air nozzle to clear sand from brakes, hubs, suspension components, recovery gear and camping equipment.

✔ Clear Water from Gear & Components
Ideal for blowing water out of:
• Recovery gear
• Electrical connectors
• Engine bays
• Camping equipment
• Boat trailers & bearings

✔ Bike, Motorbike & Small Tyre Inflation
Perfect for inflating:
• Mountain bikes
• Kids bikes
• Dirt bikes
• Quad bikes
• Wheelbarrows & small trailers

✔ Workshop & Garage Use
An excellent compact air hose reel for garages, sheds and service vehicles where space is limited but performance matters.

Built for Harsh Environments

The Compact Reel System is engineered for long-term durability in extreme conditions:

• Nitrile hose with nylon over-braid for high burst pressure and kink resistance
• Fade-free hard anodised aluminium surfaces
• Highly resistant to UV, chemicals, fuel and oils
• Viton seals for high-temperature environments
• Rattle-free design with sealed aluminium locking knob

This is a hose reel designed to live under vehicles, inside canopies and in exposed touring setups — not just clean workshops.

Intuitive Locking & Compact Design

Simply rotate the locking mechanism counter-clockwise to pull out the hose.
Wind it back in, twist clockwise, and it locks securely in place.

Available in 6 metre (20 ft) and 10 metre (35 ft) hose lengths, the CRS suits everything from dual-cab utes to full-size American trucks and caravans.

The 10-metre option is ideal for reaching trailers, caravans or rear tyres on larger vehicles.

Important Installation Notes

Due to the versatility of mounting and vehicle setups, mounting brackets and connection hoses/adaptors are sold separately.

For most installations, we recommend the Apex Designs CRS Install Bundle, which includes:
• Universal mounting bracket
• Connection hose
• Required fittings

This bundle covers approximately 90% of vehicle installations.

Why Choose Apex Designs?

• Original patented design — not a knock-off
• Designed and tested for real-world off-road use
• Rebuildable and field-serviceable
• Flow-matched for high-output onboard air systems

When you invest in the Apex Designs Compact Reel System, you’re investing in a long-term air management solution — not a disposable accessory.

Upgrade your onboard air setup and experience faster inflation, cleaner pack-downs and better vehicle maintenance with the Apex Designs Compact Reel System.