Vango Solaris II 500 AirBeam® 5 Person Family Tent - £369.99 (Membership Required) @ Costco

PD_efc09/08/2021 15:29

Does anyone have a guide/tick list of everything you'd recommend you would …Does anyone have a guide/tick list of everything you'd recommend you would need for a weeks camping please?Read lessRead more

Access to the internet so you can book a hotel

Robbo_5909/08/2021 10:47

Just looked at it. Now that is an impressive piece of kit.

It's big, loads of space, we have the front and side porches too, just massive, hence a smaller tent for weekends

Egoman09/08/2021 11:13

looking for an occasional, once or twice a year for a week, tent for us …looking for an occasional, once or twice a year for a week, tent for us and the kids (2 adults and 2 kids). Could a tent enthusiast please advise if this would be suitable or should I look at something stronger / bigger / better. I'm a little nervous as I don't want to invest to much as it might be that we all hate it, but at the same time we need something that will make us enjoy the camping experience, if that makes sense! Thank you.Read lessRead more

Depends on budget and family size... We have a big Keswick air tent for week/2 week trips but we take a lot of kit, Sims, 2 kitches, big cool boxes, TV, tables, chairs, big windbreaks etc...but that's a lot of kit and time, we know Vango quality and are happy with it hence we looked for a weekend tent, this is 5 man, but comfortable for 3 really, have a look on YouTube for the Vango Solaris, the old green one has lots of vids, this ii version has updates like the flyscreen on the door and nice price

Egoman09/08/2021 11:13

looking for an occasional, once or twice a year for a week, tent for us …looking for an occasional, once or twice a year for a week, tent for us and the kids (2 adults and 2 kids). Could a tent enthusiast please advise if this would be suitable or should I look at something stronger / bigger / better. I'm a little nervous as I don't want to invest to much as it might be that we all hate it, but at the same time we need something that will make us enjoy the camping experience, if that makes sense! Thank you.Read lessRead more

We recently bought a Vango 6XL, and although huge living spaces the bedrooms dont quite fit 5. We bought our 2 daughters a bunkbed frame which works a treat, that then fits a bunkbed, travel cot and a king airbed just nicely with spare feet room/storage. Vango is great quality and airbeam makes a world of difference! You will love it, my wife never bought in to the idea of camping, convinced her to try it this year and shes now mad for it.

My friends suggested we go camping as we all have young kids. I made a list of everything that I will need: - New friends

I've nicked this from someone else ........

For me I would only buy the old gold standard for tents, which is a cotton or pollycotton flysheet, a pvc groundsheet and aluminium poles. Unfortunately these are very hard to get new now as manufacturing costs have been reduced whilst prices increased !, although easy to find second hand as pretty much all the outwell lake series were made to this spec and can be had for this sort of money. Vango also did a few. Pretty much every dutch tent is made to this spec as well and they have the best tents in the world. These tents will last for 30 plus years easily and I have a 50 year old one, if stored correctly, ie dry. Airbeam has its place if your on your own but if there is 2 of you erecting the tent aluminium poles are far stronger and better, can be replaced or repaired on site however they hardly ever break anyway. A PVC groundsheet is the only spec that is actually waterproof not just water resistant and is tough as old boots. Cotton or pollycotton flys are an absolute must have for me as cooler in the heat , warmer in the cool nights, can be repaired easily, last for years and most importantly dont rustle in the slightess of winds.

Robbo_5909/08/2021 10:39

I have a Kampa air awning for my caravan and love it. So much easier than …I have a Kampa air awning for my caravan and love it. So much easier than a frame tent to erect. Mind you, I always have to laugh at the capacities. 5 people lying side by side in 3m width. You have to be really friendly! Read lessRead more

Lol this is a weekend tent, for me n the Mrs and daughter. We have a Keswick air ii for main holidays

Egoman09/08/2021 11:13

looking for an occasional, once or twice a year for a week, tent for us …looking for an occasional, once or twice a year for a week, tent for us and the kids (2 adults and 2 kids). Could a tent enthusiast please advise if this would be suitable or should I look at something stronger / bigger / better. I'm a little nervous as I don't want to invest to much as it might be that we all hate it, but at the same time we need something that will make us enjoy the camping experience, if that makes sense! Thank you.Read lessRead more

I'm no tent enthusiast but yes that makes sense to me, we bought a similar sized cheapo tent £120 or so just to try for a couple of nights really, we took our 11yr old lad and one of his friends who thoroughly enjoyed it.

This has advantages that I see over my cheap one in that even though we'd never go if there was a chance of rain I reckon my tent would leak in a downpour, also I like the blackout bedrooms you get on this one that's a real advantage.

Looking at this tent I'd buy some of those windbreaks you can get and "fence off" that front porch to give you more private space.

It wasn't for us as the wife didn't like it but we sort of knew that before we even bought it, it was just the experience we thought we'd try, so in your position I wouldn't do what we did and get a cheap tent to try out as if you decide you like tenting then you'll end up buying twice.

The other point I'd make is if you decide it's not for you then there's a good chance of shifting one of these named quality tents on eBay.

I hope that makes sense (and helps) from a bystanders point of view.

Camping is part of growing up. Everybody should try it whilst they're young.

It might be exciting, great, OK or crap. Try it in the back garden first. But ffs, respect the environment,

PD_efc09/08/2021 15:29

Does anyone have a guide/tick list of everything you'd recommend you would …Does anyone have a guide/tick list of everything you'd recommend you would need for a weeks camping please?Read lessRead more

Yes a slap around the face followed by a good hotel guide

PD_efc09/08/2021 15:29

Does anyone have a guide/tick list of everything you'd recommend you would …Does anyone have a guide/tick list of everything you'd recommend you would need for a weeks camping please?Read lessRead more

Lots of spare clothes and towels.

I have a Kampa air awning for my caravan and love it. So much easier than a frame tent to erect. Mind you, I always have to laugh at the capacities. 5 people lying side by side in 3m width. You have to be really friendly!

paulcalf09/08/2021 10:42

Lol this is a weekend tent, for me n the Mrs and daughter. We have a …Lol this is a weekend tent, for me n the Mrs and daughter. We have a Keswick air ii for main holidaysRead lessRead more

Just looked at it. Now that is an impressive piece of kit.

looking for an occasional, once or twice a year for a week, tent for us and the kids (2 adults and 2 kids). Could a tent enthusiast please advise if this would be suitable or should I look at something stronger / bigger / better. I'm a little nervous as I don't want to invest to much as it might be that we all hate it, but at the same time we need something that will make us enjoy the camping experience, if that makes sense! Thank you.

Trilogy09/08/2021 11:44

We recently bought a Vango 6XL, and although huge living spaces the …We recently bought a Vango 6XL, and although huge living spaces the bedrooms dont quite fit 5. We bought our 2 daughters a bunkbed frame which works a treat, that then fits a bunkbed, travel cot and a king airbed just nicely with spare feet room/storage. Vango is great quality and airbeam makes a world of difference! You will love it, my wife never bought in to the idea of camping, convinced her to try it this year and shes now mad for it.Read lessRead more

Thank you for your help. Can you remember the name of the Vango 6xl as there are a few of them. Cheers.

Mr.Plow09/08/2021 13:02

I'm no tent enthusiast but yes that makes sense to me, we bought a similar …I'm no tent enthusiast but yes that makes sense to me, we bought a similar sized cheapo tent £120 or so just to try for a couple of nights really, we took our 11yr old lad and one of his friends who thoroughly enjoyed it.This has advantages that I see over my cheap one in that even though we'd never go if there was a chance of rain I reckon my tent would leak in a downpour, also I like the blackout bedrooms you get on this one that's a real advantage.Looking at this tent I'd buy some of those windbreaks you can get and "fence off" that front porch to give you more private space.It wasn't for us as the wife didn't like it but we sort of knew that before we even bought it, it was just the experience we thought we'd try, so in your position I wouldn't do what we did and get a cheap tent to try out as if you decide you like tenting then you'll end up buying twice.The other point I'd make is if you decide it's not for you then there's a good chance of shifting one of these named quality tents on eBay.I hope that makes sense (and helps) from a bystanders point of view.Read lessRead more

Thank you very much for that advice. Really helpful. Cheers.

Egoman09/08/2021 12:47

Thank you for your help. Can you remember the name of the Vango 6xl as …Thank you for your help. Can you remember the name of the Vango 6xl as there are a few of them. Cheers.Read lessRead more

Vango Valencia, its a 2019 model we got from Facebook Marketplace for £500 with some other almost new camping gear like kitchen unit, storage cupboard, electric hook up and airbeds. I was originally planning on buying new but most where out of stock for Vango Airbeams, but glad i took the risk as we saved a fortune.

Does anyone have a guide/tick list of everything you'd recommend you would need for a weeks camping please? (edited)

Cold- members only, not available to all.

Oos now

Agree with the comments about Vango quality. Definitely worth the extra. This tent looks great. We bought an AirBeam tent early this year and used it for the first time recently at Camp Bestival where there was storm force wind and torrential rain on the first night. Was solid as a rock. The one we got was made of poly cotton which was about £200 extra. Apparently is more breathable although am sure this will be fine.

Robbo_5909/08/2021 10:39

I have a Kampa air awning for my caravan and love it. So much easier than …I have a Kampa air awning for my caravan and love it. So much easier than a frame tent to erect. Mind you, I always have to laugh at the capacities. 5 people lying side by side in 3m width. You have to be really friendly! Read lessRead more

Yeah it is awful how tent companies claim how many people tents can sleep. They should have to allow a minimum of 1 metre width per person and only claim that as the number of people a tent can sleep - so for 3m as you said, that would be for 3 people. (edited)

OOS

We have Vango edoras 5xl have to admit we did buy the extension and now it's huuugggeeee. Fantastic tent

spjburns10/08/2021 22:42

Yes a slap around the face followed by a good hotel guide

Booo were is your sense of adventure, pfft.

Not sure if it helps but I have got this one, only £184 at moment but not in stock:

amazon.co.uk/Col…h=1

Just come back from a week in Cornwall in it. Was a great tent, had loads of room for 2 adults and 3 kids. I even bought a front awning for it at £100 to make a kitchen / dining space

I orginally bought an airbeam tent which cost £900 and it leaked first night and ruined the holiday. Put me off camping and air beams so bought this one. Used twice this yearand its been great.

PD_efc10/08/2021 22:43

Booo were is your sense of adventure, pfft.

Dude, it’s sleeping on the floor covered by a tarpaulin… they ain’t no adventure

SkipFeeney10/08/2021 23:23

Not sure if it helps but I have got this one, only £184 at moment but not …Not sure if it helps but I have got this one, only £184 at moment but not in stock:https://www.amazon.co.uk/Coleman-Canyon-Tent-grey-green/dp/B01N5MOAHJ?th=1Just come back from a week in Cornwall in it. Was a great tent, had loads of room for 2 adults and 3 kids. I even bought a front awning for it at £100 to make a kitchen / dining spaceI orginally bought an airbeam tent which cost £900 and it leaked first night and ruined the holiday. Put me off camping and air beams so bought this one. Used twice this yearand its been great.Read lessRead more

Thanks for your story. Would you mind letting us know where you got the front awning from for £100 please. Thank you.

Egoman09/08/2021 11:13

looking for an occasional, once or twice a year for a week, tent for us …looking for an occasional, once or twice a year for a week, tent for us and the kids (2 adults and 2 kids). Could a tent enthusiast please advise if this would be suitable or should I look at something stronger / bigger / better. I'm a little nervous as I don't want to invest to much as it might be that we all hate it, but at the same time we need something that will make us enjoy the camping experience, if that makes sense! Thank you.Read lessRead more

i got this one amazon.co.uk/Ber…c=1 for family of 4 around 500£ and it was great did a trip to durdle door camp site - all night heavy rain and no leaks or condensation - easy to setup too -in the bedroom i can fit 2 double size inflatable mats

Shuster193311/08/2021 07:53

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Nice one.

My first thought looking at that is that the tensioned pole on the front awning bit won't last 10 minutes. I have a Vango Calder with those sorts of poles throughout and one on the front like that, and as soon as the wind gets up the front pole fails. I got a replacement and it lasted less than a day, so we can't use that bit any more, and currently have nowhere to make a cuppa in a a shower.

PD_efc09/08/2021 15:29

Does anyone have a guide/tick list of everything you'd recommend you would …Does anyone have a guide/tick list of everything you'd recommend you would need for a weeks camping please?Read lessRead more

Camping list for 2 adults and 1 dog -

Camping list - CHECK WEATHER

Tent plasters
poles bandage
footprint groundsheetantiseptic cream
awning / tarpinsect repellent
tent pegs sting cream
guy rope scalpol
black mats ibuprofen
mallet sun cream
wind break piriton
rug antibacterial gel

camp beds x 2kids toothpaste
single air beds x 2toothpaste
airbed repair kit toothbrushes x 4
sleeping bags x 4flannel
Sims x 2 shampoo
kids fleece blankets x 2leave in conditioner
pump showergel
pillows x 4deodorant x 2
picnic blanket razors x 2
camp chairs x 4shaving foam
aluminium table 1 or 2moisturiser
folding cupboard x 2nail scissors
folding table + stools tweezers
hair brush & bobbles
lantern towels x4
torches x 2
headtorch toilet roll
screwdriver
leatherman wipes
scissors pocket tissues
duct tape
cable ties solar charger or ehu
bin bags roll phone x 2
clothes line power banks x 2
pegs kindle fire x 2
dustpan & brush camera
batteries speakers
CO2 detector
dog food & cup
cool box dog blanket/bed
ice packs x 2dog bowls
leads
BBQ + briquets + fire lighter + lightertether
dog towels
stove x 2tick remover
gas canisters x 6vet wrap
matches dog meds
lighter
kettle
frying pan x 21st nt meal
saucepan x2tea bags
pan lid & handle uht milk / milk
colander sugar
wooden spoon small tin coffee
tongs kids drinks/ juice boxes
foil cereal bars/snacks
skewers instant hot choc sachets
washing up bowlwine
sponge cooking oil spray
washing up liquid squash
tea towels x2croissants
kitchen roll
sharp knife fleece
chopping board hoody
cutlery x 4t-shirts
plates x 4 shorts
bowls x 4jeans
cups x 4underwear
water bottles x2socks
plastic wine glasses x 2pyjamas
corkscrew crocs/flip flops
tin opener wellies
water carrier trainers
flask swimmers
ziplock bags hats
anti bacterial spray/wipeswaterproofs
backpack wetsuits

colouring/puzzle/sticker books
colouring pencils/crayons
card games
books
top trumps
football
frisbee / nerfball
travel games

Tom_Cruise11/08/2021 09:31

Camping list for 2 adults and 1 dog - Camping list - CHECK WEATHERTent …Camping list for 2 adults and 1 dog - Camping list - CHECK WEATHERTent plasters poles bandage footprint groundsheetantiseptic cream awning / tarpinsect repellent tent pegs sting cream guy rope scalpol black mats ibuprofen mallet sun cream wind break piriton rug antibacterial gel camp beds x 2kids toothpaste single air beds x 2toothpaste airbed repair kit toothbrushes x 4 sleeping bags x 4flannel Sims x 2 shampoo kids fleece blankets x 2leave in conditioner pump showergel pillows x 4deodorant x 2 picnic blanket razors x 2 camp chairs x 4shaving foam aluminium table 1 or 2moisturiser folding cupboard x 2nail scissors folding table + stools tweezers hair brush & bobbles lantern towels x4 torches x 2headtorch toilet roll screwdriver leatherman wipes scissors pocket tissues duct tapecable ties solar charger or ehu bin bags roll phone x 2 clothes line power banks x 2 pegs kindle fire x 2 dustpan & brush camera batteries speakers CO2 detectordog food & cup cool box dog blanket/bed ice packs x 2dog bowls leads BBQ + briquets + fire lighter + lightertether dog towels stove x 2tick remover gas canisters x 6vet wrap matches dog meds lighterkettlefrying pan x 21st nt meal saucepan x2tea bags pan lid & handle uht milk / milk colander sugar wooden spoon small tin coffee tongs kids drinks/ juice boxes foil cereal bars/snacks skewers instant hot choc sachets washing up bowlwine sponge cooking oil spray washing up liquid squash tea towels x2croissants kitchen rollsharp knife fleece chopping board hoody cutlery x 4t-shirts plates x 4 shorts bowls x 4jeans cups x 4underwear water bottles x2socks plastic wine glasses x 2pyjamas corkscrew crocs/flip flops tin opener wellies water carrier trainers flask swimmers ziplock bags hats anti bacterial spray/wipeswaterproofs backpack wetsuits colouring/puzzle/sticker bookscolouring pencils/crayonscard gamesbookstop trumpsfootballfrisbee / nerfballtravel gamesRead lessRead more

Thanks pal

edgeone10/08/2021 09:22

Access to the internet so you can book a hotel

Well that’s what Bear Grylls does when he goes camping for a week in the wilds, so good advice I think

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