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I think an important thing with polyester tents is to get one with plenty of doors and vents.  We've never felt clammy or overheated in ours because it has three main entrances into the living-space which you can open up like a gazebo, and lots of ventilation.  And it has mesh screens all round, and little rain hoods over the porches to keep out the weather even when it's raining.  It's a real honey of a tent.

FoO

Quote: Originally posted by raf48 on 30/7/2010

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I do remember a few years ago, looking at an old frame tent and thinking why would any one still use one of those things, I've since bought two, and realise how wise those people were.

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Quote: Originally posted by missElaineous on 30/7/2010

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From what I remember, it was all about Diablo versus Hartford, which was the same type of tent.  I had neither, so I sat on the fence, which I do tend to do most of the time.    It was good fun to read though. 

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Quote: Originally posted by PigletandTigger on 30/7/2010

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I don't think that there is any need to play "big up your polyester tent" on this thread...

Why not start a new thread on this subject that might get more passing trade than a thread about canvas?

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Linz4Jon asked for advice.

I gave it.

End of story.

I'm not actually interested in 'bigging up my polyester tent.'   I don't particularly care, and don't consider it necessary.  But when someone asks for help choosing a tent, I put in my two penn'orth to help out.  There are many posters here, and not many have responded to that particular request.

As you'll see further back in the thread, I was very positive about canvas, and I think I gave a balanced view.  I've spent years of holidays in both, but when the subject of tents comes up, everyone does tent lurve.  I thought that was what this forum was for.

FoO

I was on holiday last week with husband visiting his parents, so not camping, but just had to wander round a camping centre attached to a garden centre that we'd taken them to for lunch.

One tent caught my attention as the fabric looked different and felt beautiful. Also the temperature in the tent was comfortable compared to the others which felt a bit more like being in a greenhouse - quite a noticeable difference.

Anyway, it turned out to be a cotton and polyester Outwell Wolf Lake - a big one! It was easy to see the advantages of the breathable fabric when it was pitched next to the others. Loved it - but at that price, just a dream.

Oh dear, I shouldn't have looked - I should not have looked . . . .

nice set up here on flea bay

Quote: Originally posted by zac45 on 01/8/2010

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nice set up here on flea bay

Item number:

260640868526

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That is nice.  It's a good size, and paired with the utility looks really attractive and functional.  The ad. doesn't say how old the tent is, but I suppose if it hasn't been used a lot, that's not a problem.

I wonder what the final bid will be...

FoO

Quote: Originally posted by bigtoe on 29/7/2010

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Currently looking for a canvas drive away awning

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Would this work for you, BigToe?:  http://www.belltent.biz/products/10/46/spinnaker_tarp_5m/

I have one of these which I use with my 4m bell tent.  It has strengthened holes all around the edge, so you can chuck up poles and guys to change the shape and suit your needs.

Dave