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Subject Topic: Vango Vail. 2006 Model Post Reply Post New Topic
21/10/2005 at 6:39pm
 Location: Gloucester
 Outfit: Gelert Stratus 4
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Just been looking at this tent on the web

I was looking for a light large frame tent do you think this maybe an option.

It looks expensive but it is cheaper than a frame although I am a bit baffled by all the science of the description.

Is Vango good quality and what does the lifetime guarantee actually cover

You views would be appreciated



21/10/2005 at 8:39pm
 Location: Northampton
 Outfit: Cabanon Venus
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Sorry I've no experience of Vango tents. It does look rather expensive, there are lots of tunnel tents around at a lesser price - and many members here seem very happy with them. Why did you want a frame tent, particularly? - is packed size and weight an issue, as frame tents to tend to be bulkier and heavier. I have to confess to a nostalgia for frame tents, as I do love the smell of canvas.. however we are looking for a new tent for next year and being a bit short of space in the car I think it will have to be a modern tunnel. I hope you have success in your search.


22/10/2005 at 1:09pm
 Location: West Midlands
 Outfit: Kampa Hayling 4
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I think that this tent does look like a good alternative to a frame tent,. I think there would be lots of advanatges to this tent:- it's size/weight, the fabric would not need proofing, there would be less draughts, easier to erect.

We have just bought a Vango Aspen and have not used it yet, but Vango are a very good make. If you look on their website it explains the guarantee and what is covered. Good luck!!!



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22/10/2005 at 4:10pm
 Location: Torbay
 Outfit: Avondale Dart
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I am intrigued! Sounds like the sort of thing I am thinking of, but can't find it. Which website did you see it on?

Paul



22/10/2005 at 4:58pm
 Location: West Midlands
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|t's on the Norwich Camping website, sorry don't know how to do links!!!

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23/10/2005 at 12:01am
 Location: Torbay
 Outfit: Avondale Dart
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Thanks for that - I had a peek and it looks a good tent, and Vango have had a good reputation over the years.

Bit big for us though.



14/8/2006 at 3:05pm
 Location: None Entered
 Outfit: None Entered
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I have a vail . The last tent we had was a Campus Brekenridge 6 man. (same as a Vango Diablo 600) The Vail is huge but easier and faster to errect than the Campus. two of us can get it up in 30 minutes now (used 4 times)

the vail uses it space better than large dome tent like the Diable and you will have less griel when on a samller pitch

Best tent we have ever owned (we have owned at least 6)

It is a frame tent without the weight, smell or faded canvass



15/10/2006 at 11:35am
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The Vango Vail is now available at end-of-season price of £300, here: http://www.greatoutdoorsdirect.co.uk/offers.aspx?CategoryID=1


15/10/2006 at 1:51pm
 Location: Sheffield
 Outfit: Cabanon Guadeloupe Zephyros3
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Vango are a reliable make, and Vail combines the rigidity of metal poles with the lightness of man-made fabric, so it is a real hybrid. The layout makes good use of space and it has good ventilation too. I would say it is a bargain at £300.



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