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Subject Topic: 8 berth, 2 beds and separate 3rd bed .... Post Reply Post New Topic
PersonNotaclue
21/7/2014 at 6:17pm
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Hi.

First post so be gentle ;)

I am wanting a 3 bed tent but although I love the traditional tunnel tent with 3 rooms at the back, i am worried about the sheer size of them!

I have found a Outwell Sun Valley 8 from many years ago which has 2 at the back and another at the front which you can put up, or not. This is perfect, but, although I was originally looking at second hand I am worried that the age of these mean they are not really worth investing in (if anyone has advice on that, I would be grateful!)

I like the new Vango Seaton 8, but really would rather have a 'porch' bit at the front.

If anyone has any ideas r advice, I would be very grateful as this is our first tent purchase and I am drowning in Google!!


Personwelshwiz1
21/7/2014 at 7:22pm
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Hi notaclue we bought our first tent last August and used it for the first time this Easter.
It is a Kampa Croyde 4 and has a porch area at the front.
We love it.
Not sure about old second tents but im sure someone with more knowledge will tell you.

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Personscotzlynnie
21/7/2014 at 7:25pm
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We have an Outwell Indiana 8 that sounds like it is a similar set up internally. We are a family of six and found it great size...plenty of room to sit inside if needed and bedrooms accross the back easily sleep 4 with some space for the kids books/toys etc.

We have had our tent for about 6 years and it has been well looked after. I think it has many years left in it yet. Not sure what sort of price the Sun Valley is selling for but Outwell are a reputable manufacturer and if it has been looked after properely ie dried out before packing away etc then it might be a good entry point. We bought a second hand first tent and it was nice to be able to "test the water" and then when we felt ready we replaced it.

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PersonTraceyD
21/7/2014 at 7:49pm
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Gelert Corvus has the same layout, comes in 4+2, 5+2 or 6+2, the +2 refers to the optional extra bedroom you can put up at the front.

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PersonKampaWendy
22/7/2014 at 9:57am
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Kampa Croyde 8 bedrooms at back and front,excellent tent, excellent quality, excellent after sales and still available


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PersonCross Camping
22/7/2014 at 10:02am
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Kampawendy... Croyde 8, superb tent with everything the OP wants. Good shout.

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PersonTraceyD
22/7/2014 at 11:48am
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Quote: Originally posted by TraceyD on 21/7/2014
Gelert Corvus has the same layout, comes in 4+2, 5+2 or 6+2, the +2 refers to the optional extra bedroom you can put up at the front.


Sorry forgot to say you can also get side porch and front extension, we have both and love the extra space, especially if it's raining:

 

 



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PersonNotaclue
22/7/2014 at 11:56am
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Thank you all for being so helpful!!
Is the Royal Pescara anygood?? Very different layout but just noticed it and could work....


PersonNotaclue
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Royal Pescara 8zg that is....


Persontentadventurer
22/7/2014 at 4:28pm
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Can't comment on the model but a lot of us on here love our Royal Tents, the quality is excellent. I wouldn't hesitate to buy another.


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Personjackuk
22/7/2014 at 9:39pm
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If you have the space, look for a second hand Outwell Norfolk Lake. I think it's the polycotton version the your Sun valley you were looking at. Being polycotton, will last MUCH longer.

There are a few on ebay at the moment, and the appear to go for around £400, for a decent one.

The pack size and weight for these quality cotton tents is something to consider, however once you have experienced the benefits you will find it difficult to use the polyester tents.

If this is too big, have a look a the Outwell Trout Lake 6.... my favourite tent (currently !)


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PersonTwinkly
22/7/2014 at 10:40pm
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We have Vango a tigris 800xl with side canopy. It is mahoosive for the 4 of us, but when it rains and all chairs etc need to be inside then the space is fantastic

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PersonKampaWendy
23/7/2014 at 1:03am
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The Gelert Corvus, Royal Pescara, Norfolk Lake and Vango Tigris are all obsolete discontinued tents so only available used with no guarantee how long they will last and if accessories are available. The Kampa Croyde however is a current model available new with full warranty and accessories


PersonTraceyD
23/7/2014 at 9:46am
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A Corvus, used only 3 times, complete with carpet, footprint and porch has just sold on ebay for £245, if I'd had the money to spare I'd have bought as a replacement for ours, so it is definitely worth considering second hand.

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