Home

   Log in or Register



Insurance Quotes
forums Campsite Search Comp Directory tips virtual brochure Profile
Tent and Awning Reviews Competitions Caravans and Motorhomes For Sale Shopping Diary Advent Calendar

Advertisement

Message Forums
Welcome Guest Register Login Search The Forum Posts Since Last Visit
 Reception - All Forums
   Camping under canvas -  Tent talk. Advice, info and recommendations 		Share   Post on X / Twitter  Share on Facebook  Email  Printer Friendly Version Print
Subject Topic: Air Tent recommendations Post Reply Post New Topic
PersonOlipants
04/7/2016 at 7:37pm
 Location: newport
 Outfit: suncamp boston 500 View Olipants's Profile View Profile   Reply to Olipants Reply   Quote Olipants Quote  
Joined: 09/6/2012

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   4
Site Reviews Total: 0
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0
Hello... I have been researching air tents for the last week now but just end up confusing myself.. can I get some personal recommendations of air tents that you have personally used and would happily recommend please...
My requirements are to have a tunnel type tent with either 2-3 bedrooms or 2 bedrooms with a side porch to put a porta loo in and hide away.. I like the idea of an attached canopy to sit under by day and to double up as a kitchen area... probably a 6 man size so I have plenty of space... previously bought a Suncamp Boston 5 berth and it was way too small...
Any thoughts... price wise I'm willing to go up to £1000 for the perfect tent..
Thanks in advance


Don't forget to leave a review of all tents you've used, for a chance to win fantastic prizes

New! Please upload a photo of your tent to the Tent Showcase!


Personwelshwiz1
04/7/2016 at 8:56pm
 Location: Colwyn Bay
 Outfit: Kampa Croyde 6 Air View welshwiz1's Profile View Profile   Reply to welshwiz1 Reply   Quote welshwiz1 Quote  
Joined: 23/8/2013

Silver Member
Silver Member

Forum Posts:   190
Tent Reviews:   1
Site Reviews Total: 3
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0
We have just bought a Kampa Croyde 6 air, to replace our steel poled Croyde 4.
It seems to tick most of the boxes your looking for.

-------------
To many mountains not enough time.


Persongeoffprinter
04/7/2016 at 8:57pm
 Location: Kent
 Outfit: 5m Bell Tent & Olpro Pop Tent. View geoffprinter's Profile View Profile   Reply to geoffprinter Reply   Quote geoffprinter Quote  
Joined: 27/6/2012

Diamond Member
Diamond Member

Forum Posts:   2232
Tent Reviews:   4
Site Reviews Total: 12
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 2  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 12
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0
We have got the Vango Lumen 500. Got a good deal on it as its a 2014 model. Only used it once for 12 nights but had no problems. 3 individual beams(which I prefer) with front canopy attached, which is metal poled.





This would be too small to fit your requirements, but the 600 might suit you as its a fair bit larger. Its polyester if thats a problem for you. But it does have mesh on both doors which is a real plus. Link to the lumen 600 and well within your budget.


Persontentsandaccessories
04/7/2016 at 9:40pm
 Location: Verwood
 Outfit: None Entered View tentsandaccessories's Profile View Profile   Reply to tentsandaccessories Reply   Quote tentsandaccessories Quote  
Joined: 07/12/2015

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   47
Site Reviews Total: 0
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0
Hi,

I would definitely recommend either of the Kampa Croyde's. Polyester version here and the Polycotton version. I have sold many of both in the past and they really are good!

An alternative would be the Royal Rockhampton 6+2 and the Royal Atlanta 8 Air. Both are fantastic value and the Atlanta 8 does have an optional side extension/canopy.

-------------
Darren - Tents and Accessories
          :)


Don't forget to leave a review of all tents you've used, for a chance to win fantastic prizes

New! Please upload a photo of your tent to the Tent Showcase!


PersonOlipants
04/7/2016 at 9:52pm
 Location: newport
 Outfit: suncamp boston 500 View Olipants's Profile View Profile   Reply to Olipants Reply   Quote Olipants Quote  
Joined: 09/6/2012

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   4
Site Reviews Total: 0
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0
Thanks for sharing your pictures... I have just been at the Kampa Croyde for the last hour.. it looks perfect... size wise though would I come up against pitching problems at most camp sites?.. it does seem to be rather large.. which is what I want but I don't want to be sized out of camp sites lol
But on the whole I really do like the look of the Croyde!!
Another one which is tempting me is Outdoor Revolution Airdale 6... this one claims to have life time guarantee on the poles... are poles expensive to replace? Do they need replacing?
This is the first time ive seen air tents so I have no knowledge of them at all... learning fast though


Advertisement



Persontentsandaccessories
04/7/2016 at 10:02pm
 Location: Verwood
 Outfit: None Entered View tentsandaccessories's Profile View Profile   Reply to tentsandaccessories Reply   Quote tentsandaccessories Quote  
Joined: 07/12/2015

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   47
Site Reviews Total: 0
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0
Size wise the Croyde is a fairly average large family tent if that makes sense. Most good campsites should be able to cater for that size of tent without trying to get you for two pitches etc.

And yes Outdoor Rev offer a lifetime guarantee on the beams which is a great selling point to ease doubts but you MUST remember to register with them after purchase. Their beams really are very very robust! As with all mass produced products sometimes there is a fault and in the case of the Outdoor Revs assuming you have registered then you don't need to worry to much unless they have reason to believe that damage had occurred from misuse etc, but beams are very easily replaceable across all major brands and depending on scenario and where you are in the warranty time then prices can vary depending on sizes.

-------------
Darren - Tents and Accessories
          :)


PersonOlipants
04/7/2016 at 10:52pm
 Location: newport
 Outfit: suncamp boston 500 View Olipants's Profile View Profile   Reply to Olipants Reply   Quote Olipants Quote  
Joined: 09/6/2012

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   4
Site Reviews Total: 0
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0
Thanks for making that a bit clearer.. there are a few good priced Croyde's on Ebay.. sent a message so hopefully will have one by the weekend


Don't forget to leave a review of all tents you've used, for a chance to win fantastic prizes

New! Please upload a photo of your tent to the Tent Showcase!


PersonMucker1884
05/7/2016 at 5:44am
 Location: Derby.
 Outfit: Karsten 350+Awnings View Mucker1884's Profile View Profile   Reply to Mucker1884 Reply   Quote Mucker1884 Quote  
Joined: 01/7/2012

Diamond Member
Diamond Member

Forum Posts:   9052
Tent Reviews:   5
Site Reviews Total: 40
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 2  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 6
Quote: Originally posted by Olipants on 04/7/2016

Any thoughts... price wise I'm willing to go up to £1000 for the perfect tent..
Thanks in advance


Not meaning to be negative, more realistic, but I doubt you'll find the perfect tent, for that budget or beyond it, as such a thing doesn't exist!
Limit yourself to aiming for "the most suitable for your needs" and you'll end up much more satisfied!

Good luck... and do come back and let us know what you end up with, preferably with some feedback on your thoughts.

-------------
2024: 38 nights thus far...
2023: 47 nights
2022: 40 nights
2021: 30 nights
2020: Just 24 nights
2019: A personal best 50 nights
2018: Just the 30 nights
2017: 34 nights
2016: 32 nights
2015: 38 nights
2014: 34 nights
2013: 36 nights
From July 2012: 23 nights


Personjoy_family
05/7/2016 at 11:21am
 Location: West Sussex
 Outfit: Cirrus 6 View joy_family's Profile View Profile   Reply to joy_family Reply   Quote joy_family Quote  
Joined: 11/6/2009

Platinum Member
Platinum Member

Forum Posts:   742
Tent Reviews:   2
Site Reviews Total: 4
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0
If you don't need anything too big, I would recommend the Airgo Cirrus 6. For the size, this is the perfect tent for us. Very easy to put up and nice layout. Good luck with your search.


PersonBlueskys
07/7/2016 at 5:41pm
 Location: Yorkshire
 Outfit: Vango Edoras 500XL; HiGear Oasis 6 View Blueskys's Profile View Profile   Reply to Blueskys Reply   Quote Blueskys Quote  
Joined: 04/4/2016

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   26
Site Reviews Total: 1
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0
We're very happy with our vango edoras 500xl. Sounds like the 600xl or rivendale 800xl might suite you. 3 or 4 bedrooms, large living area, built in porch. Easy to put up and down.


Advertisement



Persontonif
07/7/2016 at 7:58pm
 Location: Somerset
 Outfit: Berghaus Air 8 Coleman Coastline 4 View tonif's Profile View Profile   Reply to tonif Reply   Quote tonif Quote  
Joined: 04/10/2013

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   1
Site Reviews Total: 0
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0
We have just purchased the Berghaus air 8 with the optional porch, amazing tent with 2 bedrooms each end, lovely size living area and a bargain at Millets online for £720 for both. Usually £1100.


Don't forget to leave a review of all tents you've used, for a chance to win fantastic prizes

New! Please upload a photo of your tent to the Tent Showcase!


PersonOlipants
07/7/2016 at 8:43pm
 Location: newport
 Outfit: suncamp boston 500 View Olipants's Profile View Profile   Reply to Olipants Reply   Quote Olipants Quote  
Joined: 09/6/2012

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   4
Site Reviews Total: 0
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0
Well.. my Kampa Croyde came today... its so heavy!!!! All booked up for Tenby tomorrow to try it out... Thanks for your recommendations


Persontentsandaccessories
07/7/2016 at 8:58pm
 Location: Verwood
 Outfit: None Entered View tentsandaccessories's Profile View Profile   Reply to tentsandaccessories Reply   Quote tentsandaccessories Quote  
Joined: 07/12/2015

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   47
Site Reviews Total: 0
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0
Great choice, you will love it. Take your time first time out :)

-------------
Darren - Tents and Accessories
          :)


PersonFrenchylady
07/7/2016 at 9:35pm
 Location: None Entered
 Outfit: None Entered View Frenchylady's Profile View Profile   Reply to Frenchylady Reply   Quote Frenchylady Quote  
Joined: 06/7/2016

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   1
Site Reviews Total: 0
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0
We've just bought the vango eclipse 600 2015 model for a clearance price of £650 instead of £1050, from JR Leisure online which sounds like it may fit your criteria plus you can buy an awning extension which almost doubles the size of the tent (for about £360) a side awning (for about £190) and a sun canopy (for about £110), all as extras from other retailers. It's a great tent, very spacious and easy to erect.


Personbeemerboy
08/7/2016 at 1:01pm
 Location: Wokingham
 Outfit: Outwell Drummond 7 View beemerboy's Profile View Profile   Reply to beemerboy Reply   Quote beemerboy Quote  
Joined: 02/10/2009

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   28
Tent Reviews:   1
Site Reviews Total: 3
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0
Luckley farm camping show is on at the mo in Wokingham Berks . It's on till the 24th

There's loads of Airbeam , actually i think there all Airbeam !
Outwell / VANGO / Kampa ...lots and lots of them and you can buy the show ones a little cheaper but can't collect till it ends ....


PersonAmy 84
05/9/2018 at 2:48pm
 Location: None Entered
 Outfit: None Entered View Amy 84's Profile View Profile   Reply to Amy 84 Reply   Quote Amy 84 Quote  
Joined: 03/9/2018

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   1
Site Reviews Total: 0
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0
Hi my mum has just bought the Rockhampton 6+2do you know if you can get a porch/extension for this thanks



In order to post a reply you will need to register, or if already registered please log in here

Prev       Next
Quick Links - All Forums - Tent talk. Advice, info and recommendations - Top of Page

Printer Friendly Version Printable version      Share   Post on X / Twitter  Share on Facebook  Email


Latest News, Discounts and Competitions  see all...

7227 Visitors online !

Free UKCampsite.co.uk Window Sticker  -  Recommend to Friend  -  Add a Missing Campsite

[Message Forums]  [Caravan Sites & Camping]  [Company Listings]  [Features / Advice]  [Virtual Brochure]  [Shop!]
[Reception]  [Competitions]  [Caravans & Motorhomes For Sale]  [Event Diary]  [Contact Us]  [Tent Reviews] 



Please note we are not responsible for the content of external sites & any reviews represent the author's personal view only. Please report any error here. You may view our privacy and cookie policy and terms and conditions here. All copyrights & other intellectual property rights in the design and content of this web site are reserved to the UKCampsite.co.uk © 1999 - 2024


Advertisement
Advertisement


UKCampsite.co.uk
2024 Advent Calendar

Advent Calendar

24 Daily Prizes PLUS a Christmas Day Star Prize worth £999

Request a Reminder