gregh Posted July 11, 2003 Share Posted July 11, 2003 Ok, following on from the Mallroy thread, what should I look for in getting a cheap tent that won't get me wet! There is a place near me in Leeds Barretts, which has around 5-8 sub £30 two man tents, so what details are important to look for? Minimum I'll need is sleeping bag, foam mat and tent right? regards, Greg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blatman Posted July 11, 2003 Share Posted July 11, 2003 I have a Blacks 3 man tent (which seems to have been discontinued, now that I've searched for it.....), which I take to Le Mans in it's reasonably small holdall. It's easy to erect and take down, reasonably light, and doesn't take up too much space Also, don't underestimate the luxury of extra space. Buy a tent bigger than what you think you need......... Check out the first tent here, by clicking the "Camping" link. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
damianc Posted July 11, 2003 Share Posted July 11, 2003 Manufacturers such as Blacks seem to have got the rights to build some of the older designs from people like Vango. These seem to be fairly good value. Check that the seams are well taped as these are the weakest points for waterproofing. Sometimes the label will tell you what water pressure the outer cover will withstand. If you can, get a geodesic dome type as these are the strongest larger tents if it gets windy. I have a Vango tunnel tent with tension bands on the poles which has happily withstood storms in Scotland in winter and has loads of room. AFAIK there is a Yeoman's store in Leeds (if not there's one in York) they often do bargain tents. Check out Wilderness Ways (or whatever they're called now) nr the Merrion Centre. They'll have the best gear in Leeds for a comparison of how well they're built. Their prices will be at the higher end of the market though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
studbuckle Posted July 11, 2003 Share Posted July 11, 2003 I'd suggest a 3 man tent for that bit of extra comfort and room to move. lightweight dome tent, flexible one piece poles, something like.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisbin Posted July 11, 2003 Share Posted July 11, 2003 present......or past tents....... blimey, its a bit hot in this coat today........ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
damianc Posted July 11, 2003 Share Posted July 11, 2003 You would have to pitch in with a bad pun... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blatman Posted July 11, 2003 Share Posted July 11, 2003 This is getting a bit in tents...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
studbuckle Posted July 11, 2003 Share Posted July 11, 2003 Oh come on, He was only Canvassing our opinion Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blatman Posted July 11, 2003 Share Posted July 11, 2003 Sorry I was just pegging Damian back a bit....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
damianc Posted July 11, 2003 Share Posted July 11, 2003 Ach, you're poles apart you lot ... come on guys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blatman Posted July 11, 2003 Share Posted July 11, 2003 Can't believe I got roped in to this........ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
studbuckle Posted July 11, 2003 Share Posted July 11, 2003 Can't believe I got roped in to this........ It's time you were knocked down a peg or two Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blatman Posted July 11, 2003 Share Posted July 11, 2003 I'm firmly camped out on this BB, so you'll never peg me down. Guy (G) might though.......... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gregh Posted July 11, 2003 Author Share Posted July 11, 2003 err thanks (I think) Anyone been to Barrets of Feckenhaw outside leeds? greg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Stanton Posted July 11, 2003 Share Posted July 11, 2003 Barretts are good dealers - Also check out Tow-Sure they do an online service as well Makro are good for a cheap deal on tents, sleeping bags etc at this time of the year Greg - if you don't get anything before Thursday send me a PM by Wednesday night I have a spare two man quick erect summer tent (i.e. No silver thermal lining) - Its tested waterproof and all that, but you'll need your own bag and torch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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