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Hiya twynholmblack ,how long you had the tent ? we got a free replacement ,even though technically it was our fault!

Try emailing Vango and see what they suggest :)

Hi All

Jumant's other half here.

We settled on the Aspen 500 and can honestly say that it's the best decision we ever made. The quality is outstanding and although a little difficult to put up is well worth the effort once it's up.

We actually saw the 700 and the 500 side by side at the dealership and felt that the 500 was big enough. Unless you've got a huge family you don't need the 700.

We didn't get the DLX because we felt that we didn't need the porch bit but in hindsight I wish we had. The small porch on the normal 500 is great with the door open but when it's all closed up it may as well not be there.

The only quality issue we've had is with the footprint being a little oversized. We've never used it under the tent.

We've had it up in storms and it's VERY rigid, warm and waterproof.

Whichever tent you buy it will get quicker and easier each time you put it up. We've got the Aspen 500 down to a fine art now but struggled a bit the first time.

Glad we persevered. It's fabulous.

hi twynholmblack

damaged sig on my aspen on its maiden outing .you can get repair kits for them, I used a motorcycle repair patch at the time which worked a treat .have since invested in a footprint groundsheet which fits exactly under the inner tent to prevent any further damage only cost about £25 for piece of mind

Hi Paulsere,

Gunnars OH here. We have been very happy with our 2005 Sun Valley 8. We have had no problems and wouldn't change it. We did read all the posts last year with interest. It was such a shame as the SV8 is a great tent. We now have one friend who has bought one and another two who are interested. I think we should be on commission !

Hi,

Just bought our Vango Aspen 700dlx from ultimate outdoors in keswick for £350

website address is www.ultimateoutdoors.co.uk