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 dobo
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Looking to update the generic 2 man dome tent to something a bit more comfortable for weekends away with the missus. Budget is £150 tops

Was thinking of something like the vango icarus 300 3 man tent, seems to have a good balance of features, though a bit extra headroom would be great

Any other to look out for?

If she had her way i'd be lugging round a 5 man 20kg tent


 
Posted : 16/03/2011 10:04 pm
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If it's for car transport, check out Khyam tents. They go up really quick due to the main structure being integrated poles that you just click straight. Our monster family tent (sleeps 5 + living area) goes from bag to fully standing, guyed and pegged in about 5 minutes. Probably a bit pricier than the other options but might just make your budget.


 
Posted : 16/03/2011 10:12 pm
 dobo
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quick pitch certainly is a tempting feature


 
Posted : 16/03/2011 10:26 pm
 ton
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quechua stuff from decathlon is the way to go.
those throw up in the air and it's up tent are brill for weekends away.


 
Posted : 16/03/2011 10:28 pm
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tesco

well made and good value

http://direct.tesco.com/q/R.205-3858.aspx


 
Posted : 16/03/2011 10:33 pm
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Outwell are good value tents. If you're happy with last years model, they can be had quite cheaply too. Good quality and reasonably priced.

Edit: Just had a quick google and their prices seem to have gone up somewhat.

Found these though: [url= http://www.outdoorworld.co.uk/outwell-fusion-400-tent-p-4079.html ]Outwell Fusion[/url] and the [url= http://www.outdoorworld.co.uk/outwell-oakland-m-tent-p-3102.html ]Outwell Oakland[/url]


 
Posted : 17/03/2011 11:17 am
 aP
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Decathlon 2second tent and the not quite 2second dining shelter.


 
Posted : 17/03/2011 11:26 am
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Have a look at a Vango Orchy. We use this for family weekends away. Ideal and takes 10-15 mins to put up.


 
Posted : 17/03/2011 12:40 pm
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We have a used 4 times Hi Gear Mojave 5 for sale. Its a spacious 5 berth but we found it perfect for 2 adults and 1 6yr old. Loads of space. Sewn in groundsheet. EHU port. 2(3+2 berth)sleeping compartments and giant living area.
No rips/tears or broken bits. Goes up in 20mins with a bit of practice.
Great reviews on UK Campsite here [url= http://www.ukcampsite.co.uk/tents/p/Hi-Gear-Mojave-5/1005 ]Hi Gear Mojave reviews[/url]
Currently on offer at Go Outdoors for £199 reduced from £350.
Collection only from Herts/Essex border or could deliver same/London/Kent with a petrol contribution.
£100 wanted.
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Posted : 30/03/2011 8:14 pm
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Our Vango Tigris 400DLX is just over your budget at £200. If yuo can stretch to it, its a lovely big tent, loads of living room and plenty of height
http://www.outdoorworld.co.uk/vango-tigris-400-dlx-tent-p-2158.html

Assuming you are not planning on backpacking with it!


 
Posted : 30/03/2011 8:48 pm
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jebus....my grans tits are less saggy than that


 
Posted : 30/03/2011 8:49 pm
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Oh i dunno, i thought they were ok
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Posted : 30/03/2011 9:10 pm
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We have a used 4 times Hi Gear Mojave 5

I've got one of these too, bought at Go Outdoors for a comedy price (I think I paid £150 for it). Only used a couple of times so far but, despite my reservations over the brand when I bought it, there's absolutely nothing wrong with it. Plenty of room and well designed.


 
Posted : 30/03/2011 9:19 pm
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Yup thats what we found.
Initially we were a bit brand snobby but its been watertight, snug and a breeze to put up. Great value. Just treated ourselves to an Outwell so its surplus to reqs now.


 
Posted : 30/03/2011 9:27 pm
 Muke
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Want tent reviews or any other camping advice then have a look at [url= http://www.ukcampsite.co.uk/ ]UKCampsite.co.uk[/url]


 
Posted : 31/03/2011 6:38 am

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