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Has anybody experienced the 'lights out' material in the sleeping pods yet?  Does it make much of a difference?

I was wondering if its worth getting a 2011 model of the Icarus 500 and this is one of the difference between this years model and last years.

Thanks.

We have a Kampa tent with a darkened inner tent, it does make a difference to the creamy white inner of our large tent. Our son does tend to sleep longer in the morning, which is much appreciated.

As noted, no one will have probably tested the new Vango darkened inner tents yet. The 2011 Icarus also has other features not in the 2010 model...

Helen

The 2011 Icarus has flymesh on both outer doors, raised rather than drop down doorways, the darkened inner tents and higher level of waterproofing. They also say that it has a large venting panel. It is the well tested design otherwise I believe.

Helen

I must admit, I'd be tempted to get the 2011 Icarus 500 in the end of season sales - although we have our requirements fully covered already.... My OH would probably have something to say too - "No more tents!" .

Helen