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Having posted last week saying I wanted a family tent for up to £300 we went to Pickering to see the Yeomans exhibition. We went to look at the Montana 6 but now I want a Bear Lake 6!! We are seriously considering if we want to spend that sort of money but one query we have is how much space it takes up in a car. I'm just wondering what sort of size car those of you who have this model drive? How easy is it to pack up all the other things that are needed as well as a huge tent?

When we used to go camping regularly we would go for maybe two one week trips and 4 or 5 weekends a year, we used the same tent for 5 or 6 years. I'm thinking that if we went about the same now then the Bear Lake might be worth the extra investment. Any comments on spending the extra for the Bear Lake would be appreciated. I've already read all of the other threads on here and get the feeling that most people think that if you can afford it then the Bear Lake is worth it.

Purplevegan

The Bear Lake is a lovely tent but for me it's not a weekend tent.  By the time you've zipped in the groundsheet and attached the inners it would take a fair bit longer to pitch than the similarly sized Montana 6.

The Bear Lake is very comfortable andideal for longer family holidays.

Just my personal opinions.

Steve

purplevegan

We've a Mazda 6 hatchback and it was a tight squeeze getting the Bear Lake 6 in with all our other gear. Both the tent and the pole bags will fit crossways in the boot, but could only then get eveything else in by puttting down back seat (the 2/3 side) - not a problem as there's only three of us.

This was our first trip and only 30 miles from home but when we go further afield in the summer I'll be looking at fitting a roof box.

We're really pleased we bought the Bear Lake as despite its bulk and weight it really is a superb tent.

Hope this helps!

Martyn