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Personfaulknerf1
24/7/2011 at 10:17pm
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Hi
We are looking at buying a tent - and think this fits what we want(Head height, sewn-in groundsheet). Can anyone tell me if you can get a front canopy for this tent?
The other we are considering is the Outwell Nevada M, but this is more expensive. We will probably only use this about twice a year, but I would like something that would last.
Sue

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PersonCAZ1959
24/7/2011 at 10:55pm
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        Hi

           Yes you can get a front canopy for this tent,if its a 2011 model the front canopy is a enclosed one.Last year models are open canopies.

 



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Personkeeby
24/7/2011 at 11:10pm
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Yes you can get canopies for the Icarus 500. The 2011 model has an enclosed canopy. Earlier years had open ended canopies which are becoming more difficult to come by.

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Personarsenaldes
25/7/2011 at 9:05am
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Hi
I have had both the Icarus 500 and the Nevada M and out of the 2 I prefer the Nevada as the bedroom area is a bit bigger and the living area is much brighter but as you say its more expensive. So in the end you pays your money and takes your choice.


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Personfaulknerf1
25/7/2011 at 10:10pm
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Thanks folks, at the moment I think we are leaning towards the Nevada M - maybe buy the tent now and then pick up the canopy next spring.

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Personarsenaldes
26/7/2011 at 12:10am
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If the front extension for the Nevada M is still in stock you will get a better deal buying over winter. You will also be able to use the go outdoors price match less 10%.

The Nevada Ms front door can be pitched up with King poles to form a sun canopy, We didnt get these poles with ours so you may have to buy them

Hope this helps

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Person-Banshee-
28/7/2011 at 6:50am
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Both are decent tents, and have extensions available. Personally I went with the Nevada, but it had some serious use last year and is just about to set out on its fourth trip this year so I was prepared to pay more for my second home!!

I picked up the extension for my Nevada at the end of last a
August for practically half price - just need to keep an eye on the sites and pounce!

Whichever you choose, enjoy :-)


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PersonSpeedcamp
28/7/2011 at 9:34am
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If you are swaying to the nevada M see the thread titled Nevada M £180 something - as Go Outdoors are honouring a price match price of £160 something which is a bargain.

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Love our set-up and need no more tents or gear, so trying to stop looking!


Personfaulknerf1
28/7/2011 at 9:45pm
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Thanks everyone - just ordered the Nevada on the discount code. I will keep an eye on the shops and net for a canopy and footprint

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