Camco EvoFlex Drinking Water Hose, 25 ft × 5/8 in (22598)
Published · Researched 2026-09-21
2026 lineup note: As of September 2026 the classic EvoFlex 22598 (25 ft × 5/8 in ID, 60 psi max, 3.51 lb) remains a current Camco SKU. Substitution/rename note: Camco has introduced a newer EvoFlex2 fabric-reinforced 25-ft variant (observed ~$34.99, 2.1 lb / 953 g) — a different, lighter product. This dossier covers the classic EvoFlex 22598 specifically; the EvoFlex2 is noted as the likely successor/current choice where weight matters. Do not conflate the two when shopping.
Version lineage (2023–2026)
- EvoFlex 22598 (pre-2023–current): The original flexible-PVC drinking-water hose — 25 ft × 5/8 in, kink-resistant, lead/BPA/phthalate-free, nickel-plated machined fittings with stainless-steel strain reliefs, UV-stabilized, made in USA. 60 psi max working pressure.
- EvoFlex2 (newer): Fabric-reinforced variant, ~2.1 lb, observed $34.99 — lighter and more flexible; the line's future.
- 2023–2026: Both SKUs coexist in listings; the 22598 remains widely stocked.
Overview
The EvoFlex is Camco's premium-feel drinking-water hose: it stays flexible in cold weather where cheap vinyl hoses turn into garden-hose-shaped rebar, resists kinks, and the machined nickel-plated fittings with stainless strain reliefs survive years of campground-spigot abuse. At 3.51 lb it's not ultralight — the Zero-G exists for that — but owners who've fought a stiff white hose at 6 a.m. in October consider the flexibility worth the weight.
Key Specs
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Length × ID | 25 ft × 5/8 in |
| Max working pressure | 60 psi |
| Weight | 3.51 lb ≈ 1,592 g |
| Material | Flexible PVC, UV-stabilized |
| Safety | Drinking-water safe; lead-free, BPA-free, phthalate-free |
| Fittings | Nickel-plated machined fittings; stainless-steel strain reliefs |
| Origin | Made in USA |
| Warranty | 1-year limited UNVERIFIED — confirm (Camco hose warranty terms vary by line) |
(Specs: Camco/locally listings captured in 2026-09-20 research.)
Pricing
- MSRP: $35.99 (locally.com listing).
- Street: UNVERIFIED beyond MSRP — re-verify live; expect $25–36 at RV retailers.
- All prices USD, research date 2026-09-20.
In the Box
- 25-ft EvoFlex hose with attached fittings
- (UNVERIFIED: storage strap/bag — confirm.)
Warranty
- 1-year limited — UNVERIFIED; confirm from Camco's current hose warranty statement.
Support & Parts
- Camco customer support. Replacement washers and fittings are standard garden-hose parts available anywhere.
Community Verdict
The EvoFlex is the "buy once" drinking hose in RV threads — the flexibility-in-cold-weather property is the thing owners actually rave about, because every RVer has fought a coiled white vinyl hose that won't straighten below 50°F. The machined fittings get specific praise for not cross-threading on worn campground spigots. The counterpoint is always the Zero-G: if you carry the hose far or full-time, 3.51 lb vs. 2.8 lb and a stiffer coil matter.
Additional voices (Sept 2026 research): the hose threads converge on three rules regardless of brand — (1) never use a garden hose for drinking water (plasticizers/leachates), (2) flush a new hose thoroughly before first use, (3) store it drained and capped, not connected. The EvoFlex2's arrival has split the Camco-loyal camp: weight-conscious owners are migrating to the fabric-reinforced version, while traditionalists stick with the 22598's proven PVC.
Long-term durability & warranty-claim reality
UV-stabilized PVC with stainless strain reliefs is a durable combination; the failure points on any RV hose are the fitting crimps and sun-baked washers, both cheaply replaceable. Realistic expectation: 3–5+ seasons with drained, shaded storage. The 60-psi max rating means a pressure regulator at the spigot is mandatory in high-pressure parks (see buying traps).
Version history — year by year
- 2023: 22598 current.
- 2024: 22598 current; EvoFlex2 appearing in listings.
- 2025: Both SKUs stocked.
- 2026: Both current; 22598 at $35.99 MSRP.
Head-to-head vs closest rivals
- vs Teknor Apex Zero-G 4006-25 (
/library/gear/rv-essentials/teknor-apex-zero-g-4006-25/, new in this batch): the ultralight rival — 2.8 lb, 600+ PSI burst claim, kinks less, but a thinner warranty story on the RV SKU and a woven jacket that some owners find harder to sanitize. Zero-G for weight; EvoFlex for proven fittings and feel. - vs Camco TastePURE 25 ft (
/library/gear/rv-essentials/camco-tastepure-25ft/, existing): Camco's classic white vinyl hose — cheaper, stiffer in cold, the hose the EvoFlex is an upgrade from. - Outside the catalog: Camco EvoFlex2 (the lighter successor — cross-shop before buying the 22598); Flexzilla drinking-water hose (the other flexibility-first brand).
Care & maintenance
Flush before first use and after storage; drain fully and cap both ends for storage; keep out of UV when not in use; replace the inlet washer annually; always use a pressure regulator at the spigot (60 psi max). Sanitize the RV fresh system per your rig's manual — the hose is part of that system.
Buying traps
- EvoFlex vs. EvoFlex2: they're different products at similar prices — check the SKU (22598) if you want the classic, or deliberately choose the 2.1-lb EvoFlex2.
- 60 psi max: high-pressure campgrounds will burst it — a regulator is not optional.
- "Drinking water safe" ≠ garden hose: never substitute a garden hose; the leachate issue is real.
- Length: 25 ft is standard, but some sites need 50 ft — know your typical spigot distance.
Images
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Images
Research image inventory (filenames as archived; the gallery above shows the selected images):
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Research date: 2026-09-20. Prices and availability change frequently — re-verify live before purchase. Figures marked UNVERIFIED could not be confirmed from a primary source during this research.