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04/9/2011 at 1:24am
Location: None Entered Outfit: Outwell or Kampa???
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Hi All,
I am new to this forum and this is my first post.
I am not sure if the following questions have already been asked, so sorry in advance if they are repeated...
I have been looking to get a new tent, our old Sunn Camp really leaks . I was looking towards getting an Outwell Florida 5, but OH has convinced me to look into Bell Tents. I love the look of them and am really keen on getting one.
But would love to know, what is the best size for a family of 5?
Two adults & three children (16.5, 14 & 5). I am also newly pregnant but not sure how long the eldest will keep camping with us as keeps asking for his own tent...may change mind if we get a Bell Tent....
Was thinking either the 5m Deluxe or the 6m Ultimate Emperor from Belltent.co.uk or the SoulPad 5000ease.
Just not sure, I can see that we could all sleep nicely, but was wondering about the living & storage space.
Secondly I live in London and would love to see one up before I buy, as really would love to get a feel of the size. I have seen photos but it is difficult to judge head room, etc.
I am willing to travel out any direction, approximately 100 miles (2.5 hrs).
Lastly what do Bell Tent owners do in bad weather, when it comes to storage of muddy clothes and cooking?
I was thinking of the Outwell as it had a porch, which comes in handy with the kids.
Has the Bell Tent got a porch or can I make one with the Malu awning?
What about a groundsheet for it?
Thanks loads
Charmie
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05/9/2011 at 11:11am
Location: None Entered Outfit: Outwell or Kampa???
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Thanks for your replies, loads to consider.
I visited Camping World at the weekend and though I did not see any bell tents did see a few tipee styles, so got a bit of a feel.
Was really looking to have a look at the Outwells.
dianebb72 I love your setup.
Val I am going through your blog, thanks for all the info.
Rachelle, thanks for the size info, I think your usage matches ours, so that really helps.
Paperclip, i love the idea of marrying two tents together, I saw on a post that someone did this and used one as a sleeping annexe...so cool.
Now that I know that size will not be an issue with either the 5m or preferably the 6m Emperor. I know there is a 6m from Canvas and Cast but was wondering about putting the pole up by myself and prefer the look of the Emperor.
I am still wondering about a front porch/storage area for bad weather (to withstand rain and strong winds) and hope that a bell tent is designed with one fitted, not sure I like the idea of having to pitch two tents.
I know there will be a big caravan and camping show in Birmingham in February next year, does anyone know if bell tents will be on display?
Have there been any in the past?
Also is it trying to buy the tent online from Europe?
Has anyone bought from this site:
http://www.tent-tents.com/overzichtpagina3.asp?cat=1&id=18&arid=3198
Charmie
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