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I'm still pondering buying the Minnesota 4 as a weekend/short break tent. Does anyone know if there are any differences between the 2009 model and the new 2010 model? I appreciate the '10 model isn't available until Feb/March but am hoping some lucky people may have some inside info!!!

I've noticed some of the reviews on here mention issues with the tension created by the fibre-glass porch pole - is this the sort of thing that Outwell might improve on a newer model?

Thanks in advance.

Hi

No real change for the 2010 season but take a look at the Outwell Oakland range... easier to pitch and cooler more modern look and better value if you look at the Outwell Oakland XL. Similar in size the the Minny 6 but about the same price as the Minny 4.

Regards

G cross

Not sure of any changes but regarding the side door pole, mine (minny 6) was about 1/2" to long. chopped it off with a hacksaw and now spot on.

Single pitcing, possible but not on a windy day, the pole are quite heavy as well.

I prefere the new magic over the oakland, although price wise minny / magic around the same.

All sais and done, the minny imho is one of the best tents on the market. it even changed my view on camping!!!

Cheers for the tip off. I've just checked Yeomans website and they've sold out... boo!! (I always seem to miss these things!)

Will keep my eyes peeled for other offers.

Hi Allquitenew

What about the following:

http://www.tauntonleisure.com/products/outwell-minnesota-4-tent/1408/ have the minnesota for £199

Helen

Hi Helen

Thanks for this. I did a google search this morning and can't find anything better. I found the Taunton offer a couple of days ago but have been holding out... it's been very hard!! I keep wondering if the prices for the 2009 model will drop anymore?

I think I might just have to go for it (and hope it doesn't go down in price or I'll kick myself for not being patient!)

Thanks again for the post.

I'd go for the Taunton offer. I've been watching tent prices all autumn and they are not being reduced as the stock is shifting, especially the lower price deals on popular tents (advertising the low price deals on this site makes them shift even quicker...)

Good luck !

Helen

Hi and thanks for all of your posts, you've helped me make my mind up... I have just ordered the Minny 4 from Taunton Leisure and am now very excited!! Will definitley be buying the extension so, as Mick RV mentions, I've got £100 towards it!  

My next job is to start looking at campsites for weekend breaks...(am a getting a bit camping obsessed?!). It's taking my mind off how cold it is!! Roll on a nice long warm summer.

Thanks again for all of the advice.