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28/4/2011 at 1:04pm
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Either the Vango Icarus 500/600 plus canopy, or the Outwell Virginia 5 with the Icarus 500 canopy (fits perfectly). There are more windows in the Outwell, but they are very similar tents otherwise.
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28/4/2011 at 1:37pm
Location: Greater Manchester
Outfit: Vango Juno 800
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I've heard only good things about the Vango Icarus, though.
I think that the quality of tents is about the same, according to price range. That is, I think Vango and Gelert are likely similar in quality. The HiGear (Go Outdoors store brand) is manufactured by Gelert and is of similar quality, perhaps slightly flimsier (that's my guess.) Outwell has a good reputation for quality. But, Outwell cost significantly more than Vango for most tents.
The Outwell Virginia is in your price range, athough by the time you buy the canopy, you're above £250.
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28/4/2011 at 1:38pm
Location: Glossop - Gateway to the Dark Peak
Outfit: KAMPA Frinton 5 Outwell Nevada S
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You will read the occasional bad report on every make of tent; the bad news stories always grab the headlines. I have one or two issues with the designs of Vango tents but their quality is no more an issue, I think, than any other maker in that section of the market.
By the way, the Virginia now comes with its own canopy (click here) though stock is not due until the end of May.
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28/4/2011 at 1:42pm
Location: North West
Outfit: Obelink Familia 6; ESVO Bedouin 280
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If I were you, I would get to a display and see some tents in the flesh and decide what designs you like, before making any decisions. You could then come back with more useful questions: vis-a-vis vs pods vs rectangular with 1/2 bedrooms at the back etc.
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28/4/2011 at 1:56pm
Location: Glossop - Gateway to the Dark Peak
Outfit: KAMPA Frinton 5 Outwell Nevada S
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I've just had a quick look through the reviews and there are one or two poor ones for the 500. But that has happened with other brands and models. It has an 8.86/10 average rating which is better than my tent which I am very happy with.
You are right to read all reviews, especially the poor ones. But how many poor ones are there out of 109 that have been posted so far? Plus there are no bad ratings so far for tents made this year....though the year is young, I admit.
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28/4/2011 at 2:14pm
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We are really pleased with our Virginia 5, I know it has been highlighted that with the canopy it will be out of your price range though. This may seem silly but how many people is it for? I know you are after a 5/6 man tent, but I doubt the Virginia or Icarus could comfortably sleep more than 4 (adults).
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28/4/2011 at 5:15pm
Location: Aston Clinton
Outfit: Kampa Holkham + Outwell Yukon River*
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We had an Icarus 500 and had no problems with it as did several of our friends. As others have said its the bad reviews that stick in your mind. For the price the Icarus is probably the best value tent around.
If you dont mind buying a used tent then consider the Outwell Nevada M we sold our Icarus and bought one of these and to be honest I think its a much nicer tent, but you pays your money and takes your choice
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