DaveSupTT Posted September 26, 2008 Share Posted September 26, 2008 Does anyone know of anywhere that sell decent tents, whether its a shop or off the internet. What im after is ideally a 4 seasons 3 man tent. I am not all that clued up on what good and whats not, so if anyone can recommend one that would be good. I plan to maybe go hiking with it so a light one would be good as well. Cost wise, Id like to keep it below £100 so im not after the best. I have seen a few on the internet for like £50 but I have no idea if they are any good or not. Any recommendations? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigcol Posted September 26, 2008 Share Posted September 26, 2008 get your a$$ to Go Outdoors in Wigan mate, you pay £2 for membership then you get a min 69% discount mrs col got a 3 man tent with an enclosed canopy for £39 they have around 100 different sorts and they are dirt cheap and good quality as well but you have to join in store here is the link http://www.gooutdoors.co.uk/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newbiematt Posted September 26, 2008 Share Posted September 26, 2008 http://www.quechua.com/EN/2-seconds-xl-iii-33646776/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveSupTT Posted September 26, 2008 Author Share Posted September 26, 2008 Cheers for that Col! Is that an extra 69% discount off the prices shown on the website as well? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveSupTT Posted September 26, 2008 Author Share Posted September 26, 2008 http://www.quechua.com/EN/2-seconds-xl-iii-33646776/ Looks pretty smart Do you know how something like that would hold up for example in Winter? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stonkin Posted September 26, 2008 Share Posted September 26, 2008 are halfords still doing deals on tents? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newbiematt Posted September 26, 2008 Share Posted September 26, 2008 I reckon it would do pretty well, my GF's brother has one and we recently went camping in Croyde where the weather was terrible. His stood up to the wind and rain well. No leaks at all. The advantage with these is the hassle free pitching and they are designed with the hiker in mind. Bit pricey compared to the Halfords jobs, but they are a pain to pack away! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigcol Posted September 26, 2008 Share Posted September 26, 2008 Cheers for that Col! Is that an extra 69% discount off the prices shown on the website as well? im not sure but i know the stuff they do is good quality and a lot cheaper than most Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Fish Posted September 26, 2008 Share Posted September 26, 2008 millets or blacks leisure i think its called...(both shops) but have websites aswell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Multics Posted September 26, 2008 Share Posted September 26, 2008 This one is a fantastic lightweight tent for three people for pretty much all seasons: http://www.decathlon.co.uk/EN/t3-ultralight-pro-3243187/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustGav Posted September 26, 2008 Share Posted September 26, 2008 Stay away from the ebay ones, they aren't bad but they aren't very good. I got a fantastic deal from Blacks the outdoor shop, I got a 5man doom tent which splits into three area, built in groundsheet. That was £69. I'll try and dig out the name of the tent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveSupTT Posted September 26, 2008 Author Share Posted September 26, 2008 Cheers Guys! I think ill definetly go to a camping store of some kind so I can view them and pick one. What features if thats the correct word should I look for? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest chinstrapped Posted September 26, 2008 Share Posted September 26, 2008 Features I'd be looking for would include: - bathtub groundsheet, stops water leaking in from the ground - 2 entrances, lessens stress - porch for stashing gear and cooking when it's p*ssing down - inner made of mesh, fly protection without too much condensation - decent hydrostatic head (waterproofness), probably no less than 2000mm - reflective guylines Remember to guy the thing out properly or else you'll be wet with condensation - the inner shouldn't touch the outer. And get some fly spray, give the inside a squirt a couple of minutes before you settle down, much comfier night HTH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveSupTT Posted September 27, 2008 Author Share Posted September 27, 2008 Cheers for that mate! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suprasurrey Posted September 27, 2008 Share Posted September 27, 2008 Take a look at the Vango range of tents. The brand has been around for ages and they are well designed as well as hard wearing. I would steer clear of Royal as a manufacturer, we bought a Royal two years ago and it now leaks badly and has ripped in various places. A Geodesic dome design is very stable in high winds. Finally, bear in mind that what is advertised as a three person tent is actually a spacious two person tent! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveSupTT Posted September 27, 2008 Author Share Posted September 27, 2008 Thanks. I had a looked in Go Outdoors today, andthere are some nice ones. Im considering getting a Vango 3 man tent. Like BigCol said, they are def cheaper there and all the tents are pitched so you can see what they look like as well! Having a look at Blacks tomorrow then illmake a decission. Thanks for the useful advise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveSupTT Posted September 27, 2008 Author Share Posted September 27, 2008 This is the one I am considering from Go Outdoors - its only £49.99 http://www.gooutdoors.co.uk/tents/5023518601106 Anyone have any opinions on it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyT Posted September 27, 2008 Share Posted September 27, 2008 Cheers for that Col! Is that an extra 69% discount off the prices shown on the website as well? I can't believe you're questioning 69% discount. Jeez. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveSupTT Posted September 27, 2008 Author Share Posted September 27, 2008 lol im not, I was wondering if the price shown is already with the 69% off, OR is it 69% off the label. sooooo, anyone got any thoughts on the one above? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustGav Posted September 27, 2008 Share Posted September 27, 2008 I have a Vango tent and I really rate it, was great for camping, built in groundsheet which seals up nicely. Stands up to weather okay as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveSupTT Posted September 28, 2008 Author Share Posted September 28, 2008 Well, I ended up getting the Vango Sigma 300+ (as shown in the link above) from Go Outdoors. I also went into Blacks to see their range but the guy in there said that they are stopping doing tents now, however, there will be some still left in the warehouses if I went online and got it. So heres my tent Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_jza80 Posted September 28, 2008 Share Posted September 28, 2008 I can't believe you're questioning 69% discount. Jeez. 69% off doesn't mean much if they massively inflate the list price. It's the oldest sales trick in the book. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJ Posted September 28, 2008 Share Posted September 28, 2008 69% off doesn't mean much if they massively inflate the list price. It's the oldest sales trick in the book. Spoken like a true Yorkshireman! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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