Quote-start

The tent that leaked - and the tent that didn't

Quote-end

4 Dec 23rd, 2008 

5 Ciao members have rated this review on average: helpful

Advantages:
Storage space in vestibule area

Disadvantages:
Doors that funnel rain into tent

Recommendable Yes:

Detailed rating:

Waterproofing

Durability

How easy is it to put it up?

Ruth01.02

Ruth01.02

About me:

Member since:21.07.2008

Reviews:9

Bought one for the "summer" of 2008 - it leaked.

Was replaced by a non-leaky version (in a different colour, be careful if you've fallen for a particular colour scheme as the box labels are a little confusing) - anyway, no quibbles with the replacement process.

New tent is non-leaky and big enough for 2 adults and a small amount of equipment in the sleeping area. Vestibule area is big enough to store things in, or eat in during extreme downpours - but only if you have small chairs and sit hunched over. This is really a tent for people who are happy to sit on the floor (thick floor covering is included for vestibule area).

Keeps water out very successfully as long as you don't open the doors - slight design flaw funnels some of the water into the tent if you're not careful. Not the worst that I've seen though!

Packs very small - difficult to pack back into original bag though unless have a lot of solid, dry floorspace to roll it up on. 

How helpful would this review be to a person making a buying decision? Rating guidelines

exceptional

very helpful

helpful

somewhat helpful

not helpful

off topic

Products you might be interested in »

Vango Orchy 500 Tent The North Face Recon
Vango Beach Shelter Nikwax Tent&Gear Solarproof
Vango Windbreak Confidence Mars 4 Man Waterproof Dome Tent

Confidence Mars 4 Man Waterproof Dome Tent

(+) Just a cool looking, well designed and functional tent.
(-) None for me.

User reviews (1)

Buy now for only £ 29.99

Comments about this review »





Are you the manufacturer / provider of Vango Beta 450 Tunnel Tent? Click here