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Look at the picture in my profile. 

I wouldn't recommend a synthetic tent in the winter, the condensation would freeze on the inside of the tent.  For cooking use a petrol, paraffin or meths stove, gas is most unsatisfactory in low temperatures.  No doubt someone will tell you that propane is ok, but believe me you don't want to have to lug a propane cylinder about in winter weather conditions.

And forget EHU. 

Quote: Originally posted by Bernie47 on 05/9/2007

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Look at the picture in my profile. 

I wouldn't recommend a synthetic tent in the winter, the condensation would freeze on the inside of the tent.  For cooking use a petrol, paraffin or meths stove, gas is most unsatisfactory in low temperatures.  No doubt someone will tell you that propane is ok, but believe me you don't want to have to lug a propane cylinder about in winter weather conditions.

And forget EHU. 

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Quote: Originally posted by Grinder on 05/9/2007

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There's a couple of members on here who camp at the New Year meets, in tents!

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Quote: Originally posted by Robmoz on 06/9/2007

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Thanks for all these - enjoyed reading them (love the snow pic Bernie47)! To be honest I was thinking more about late Sept/early Oct rather than ''in the deep mid winter''!! Once again, cheers all

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dont be fooled!

Some of the coldest most biting weather I have ever experienced has been in Autumn .

It tends to be windier in autumn and that seems to drive the temp down even more!

Quote: Originally posted by Skatty on 06/9/2007

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dont be fooled!

Some of the coldest most biting weather I have ever experienced has been in Autumn .

It tends to be windier in autumn and that seems to drive the temp down even more!

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That's right Skatty.  It tends to be relatively warmer in snow, there is usually less wind and the layer of snow on the tent acts as insulation.  Just remember to knock the snow off before you unzip the tent in the morning. 

I forgot to say,we were surrised at the damage to one of our nylon tents in frosty conditions .The water crystals seemed to open out the weave of the tent material !! Think canvas is a better option despite the drying time!

Saying that were sicking to nylon for the weight and hoping that a better quality tent will survive better !

Quote: Originally posted by Bernie47 on 06/9/2007

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Quote: Originally posted by Skatty on 06/9/2007

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dont be fooled!

Some of the coldest most biting weather I have ever experienced has been in Autumn .

It tends to be windier in autumn and that seems to drive the temp down even more!

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That's right Skatty.  It tends to be relatively warmer in snow, there is usually less wind and the layer of snow on the tent acts as insulation.  Just remember to knock the snow off before you unzip the tent in the morning. 

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Nah ,it just wakes you up bernie!!