Want to buy a tent in the Jan sales

[blazingstars]

Hi all. I need to get a tent so am thinking ahead and going to try and get one in the sales.

Two of us but would like space for stuff and ideally some standing up height for getting dressed etc.

Waterproof paramount!

Any suggestions happy campers? x

[Username taken]

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[Room to sway]

Don't have a recommendation but would be worth keeping an eye on Hot UK Deals.

Also, I thought there was a thread for bargains in general on here, might be worth a search.

EDIT: This one, but it's not been updated for a couple of weeks.

Edited January 7, 2019 by Room to sway

[Crazyfool01]

https://www.decathlon.co.uk/air-seconds-family-4-xl-fb-id_8384154.html?iv_=__iv_p_1_g_61113989017_c_316342396493_w_pla-329016726863_n_g_d_c_v__l__t__r_1o1x_pla_y_15177021_f_online_o_2193504_z_GB_i_en_j_329016726863_s__e__h_1007149_ii__vi__&gclid=Cj0KCQiAjszhBRDgARIsAH8KgvfLJAjqZsAmwV1TCuPA3BRgtqR0fCoiMoP1wEu3GV8VMm17JzRXEfkaAisXEALw_wcB

I got this one in the black friday sales and its still half price ... it is bulky but looks a great tent although I haven't had a chance to try it out yet ... but there is a whole thread dedicated to fresh and black tents that might be worth tapping into the search at the top of the page 

[dondo]

2 minutes ago, crazyfool1 said:

https://www.decathlon.co.uk/air-seconds-family-4-xl-fb-id_8384154.html?iv_=__iv_p_1_g_61113989017_c_316342396493_w_pla-329016726863_n_g_d_c_v__l__t__r_1o1x_pla_y_15177021_f_online_o_2193504_z_GB_i_en_j_329016726863_s__e__h_1007149_ii__vi__&gclid=Cj0KCQiAjszhBRDgARIsAH8KgvfLJAjqZsAmwV1TCuPA3BRgtqR0fCoiMoP1wEu3GV8VMm17JzRXEfkaAisXEALw_wcB

I got this one in the black friday sales and its still half price ... it is bulky but looks a great tent although I haven't had a chance to try it out yet ... but there is a whole thread dedicated to fresh and black tents that might be worth tapping into the search at the top of the page 

I bought this one (unfortunately not at this price ? ) as had a fresh & black tent previously that I liked but was too small but haven't had a chance as yet to test it out.

It might also be worth looking at this seller on ebay as they sell returns from Go Outdoors- have considered them for a new family tent but as we aren't doing a festival as a family this year haven't bothered

 https://www.ebay.co.uk/str/campingresourcestel08000434090 

[Mardy]

Code JAN15 for an extra 15% of anything over 70 quid in Millets.

[paddyclark]

I would recommend  https://www.halfords.com/camping-leisure/camping/tents/urban-escape-4-person-tunnel-tent

Currently £150 in Halfords - however new and used on ebay can be cheaper - mine was £50

Also https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Urban-Escape-Inflatable-4-Man-Person-Tent-Double-Skin-Groundsheet-Living-Space-1/362527001645?_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIM.MBE%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20170920101022%26meid%3Ddfeb45a324664975b4c826d700a8ed94%26pid%3D100010%26rk%3D3%26rkt%3D4%26sd%3D362527001219%26itm%3D362527001645&_trksid=p2047675.c100010.m2109

The inflatable version new for £150  

These are full stand up size - v vcomfy for 2 to 3 

 

[paddyclark]

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/HALFORDS-URBAN-ESCAPE-Tunnel-Tent-with-Canopy-4-Person-Man-Grey-BRAND-NEW/264111809032?hash=item3d7e4a6208:g:IQYAAOSw1fJa~In6:rk:7:pf:0  £109 New 

 

 

[Brave Sir Robin]

Can’t believe no-one’s said it yet...

Now is the winter of our discount tents.

Now, to be useful, this Fresh & Black one gets the thumbs up from me for a bit of extra shut-eye in the blazing sun we will be having: https://www.decathlon.co.uk/2-seconds-3-xlfreshblack-id_8492484.html?iv_=__iv_p_1_g_65718919671_c_316416350639_w_pla-329016726863_n_g_d_m_v__l__t__r_1o1x_pla_y_15177021_f_online_o_2556864_z_GB_i_en_j_329016726863_s__e__h_1006886_ii__vi__&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIuqfm_Yfc3wIVyLHtCh2I2wYWEAQYASABEgLUQPD_BwE (Available in non-pop-up for £70)

[eFestivals]

just got a mail with the latest Millets & Blacks reductions...
(the links are via an affiliate scheme, so any purchases help fund efests)

Millets:-
https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=1521&awinaffid=83985&p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.millets.co.uk%2F

Blacks:-
https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=1520&awinaffid=83985&p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.blacks.co.uk%2F

 

 

[CaledonianGonzo]

Vango Force 10 or gtfo

[Gnomicide]

I've got one of these...

Plenty of room to stand up, a bit heavy (so @Titters tells me), big porch, really happy with it. Currently £149 on Go Outdoors.

 https://www.gooutdoors.co.uk/hi-gear-aura-elite-3-tent-p396791

[mashedonmud]

Hang it in the 'The Wood',  Perfect for JP stage and be part of the show, nobody will notice.

[marathonsteve]

People tell me that a "double skin" tent is the best to get. I however know no better and buy them from car boot sales. What ever your choice take it home with you please.

 

Edited January 7, 2019 by marathonsteve
Finger trouble

[Lycra]

There are a bewildering tent types available and I would recommend a trip to your local Decathon and Go-Outdoors to view. There you will be able to see how much space each tent offers, get an idea of their ease of assembly (& importantly...disassembly!) and get a feel for their weight. All should help your selection though you also have to consider your budget and how you will get the tent onto the festival site (sack truck or carry?).

You don't have to buy your tent from either of these stores as often it pays to shop around. But it also depends on how much time you're prepared to put into getting a tent. One thing to remember however. Quecha brand tents are exclusive to Decathlon.

As to my personal choice....I'm through with cramped pop-ups barely long enough to lay out flat, being only to be able kneel and no space to swing a mouse....let alone a cat. I've gone for a Vango Talos. A 4 berth tent for the 2 us with large living/utility space 1.8m high.

And finally...if you value space always double up on size. A 1 person tent is just 1 person tent, no room for any belongings or the kit needed for 5 days. 

 

 

[Fred Zepplin]

22 hours ago, crazyfool1 said:

https://www.decathlon.co.uk/air-seconds-family-4-xl-fb-id_8384154.html?iv_=__iv_p_1_g_61113989017_c_316342396493_w_pla-329016726863_n_g_d_c_v__l__t__r_1o1x_pla_y_15177021_f_online_o_2193504_z_GB_i_en_j_329016726863_s__e__h_1007149_ii__vi__&gclid=Cj0KCQiAjszhBRDgARIsAH8KgvfLJAjqZsAmwV1TCuPA3BRgtqR0fCoiMoP1wEu3GV8VMm17JzRXEfkaAisXEALw_wcB

I got this one in the black friday sales and its still half price ... it is bulky but looks a great tent although I haven't had a chance to try it out yet ... but there is a whole thread dedicated to fresh and black tents that might be worth tapping into the search at the top of the page 

I have this tent and used it last Glastonbury, it's great. The blackout really does work and its easy to put up but you will need to take a pump with you.

[Acid Loafers]

2 hours ago, Fred Zepplin said:

I have this tent and used it last Glastonbury, it's great. The blackout really does work and its easy to put up but you will need to take a pump with you.

Does any pump work or does it have to be their signature pump? Quite intrigued with this tent, but will be travelling by coach and not sure if taking a pump with me is extra weight that could be used elsewhere/on other stuff...

[paddyclark]

 

https://www.millets.co.uk/tents-camping/133707-eurohike-rydal-500-5-man-tent.html   £132 Full Height Standupable 

 

[balti-pie]

2 hours ago, Acid Loafers said:

Does any pump work or does it have to be their signature pump? Quite intrigued with this tent, but will be travelling by coach and not sure if taking a pump with me is extra weight that could be used elsewhere/on other stuff...

Good question: one I need answered as well. I’ve bought the tent and it’s sitting in my cupboard now, but I didn’t buy the pump thingo - figuring I could use my own pump. Not had a chance to go to a local park and erect the bugger yet, so hopefully another kind soul can give us the gen 

[Crazyfool01]

I would say looking at the pump it would be this specific one ... the piece where it attaches doesn't seem like a generic one ?

[Lycra]

6 hours ago, Acid Loafers said:

Does any pump work or does it have to be their signature pump? Quite intrigued with this tent, but will be travelling by coach and not sure if taking a pump with me is extra weight that could be used elsewhere/on other stuff...

Led to believe the recommended pump only weighs half a kilo and ensures inflation is quick. Alternative if you have time to spare a bike pump with the appropriate adaptor can be used ?

[Hawros]

On 1/7/2019 at 4:09 PM, paddyclark said:

I would recommend  https://www.halfords.com/camping-leisure/camping/tents/urban-escape-4-person-tunnel-tent

Currently £150 in Halfords - however new and used on ebay can be cheaper - mine was £50

Also https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Urban-Escape-Inflatable-4-Man-Person-Tent-Double-Skin-Groundsheet-Living-Space-1/362527001645?_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIM.MBE%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20170920101022%26meid%3Ddfeb45a324664975b4c826d700a8ed94%26pid%3D100010%26rk%3D3%26rkt%3D4%26sd%3D362527001219%26itm%3D362527001645&_trksid=p2047675.c100010.m2109

The inflatable version new for £150  

These are full stand up size - v vcomfy for 2 to 3 

 

This is the one we have, and an absolute steal at this price - I wouldn't wait...

[Hawros]

19 hours ago, Acid Loafers said:

Does any pump work or does it have to be their signature pump? Quite intrigued with this tent, but will be travelling by coach and not sure if taking a pump with me is extra weight that could be used elsewhere/on other stuff...

We got the pump it recommends - our other one didn't work. It's quite big, but doesn't weigh anything. You can carry it within the tent bag strap handles easily.

[Crazyfool01]

Just now, Hawros said:

We got the pump it recommends - our other one didn't work. It's quite big, but doesn't weigh anything. You can carry it within the tent bag strap handles easily.

its the one in the photo above ...

[Fred Zepplin]

4 minutes ago, crazyfool1 said:

its the one in the photo above ...

We got that one as well. It is light and it takes seconds to pump up