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Hi, we don't have a Rigi-pod (yet) but we have a Tourer 400 which uses the same system and it really is that easy. I don't know if the size/height makes a big difference to setting the tent up, but we had the frame of ours up in 15 minutes the first time we pitched it. The time is then taken with pegging. We cannot speak highly enough of our tent - in fact the only downsize for us is the size, hence wanting the Rigi-pod.

It was an absolute doddle to take down too, and it comes in an oversized bag so it's easy to put away. Our advice would be (enviously) to go for it!

I'm sure someone will be along to give you some advice specifically on the Rigi-pod soon..

I am looking for a new tent and am not considering the ridgipod because I recon the extra expense compared to an (Khyam) ultimate classic is not worth it. Think about it  - do you really need to take advantage of the pod system - if so then fair enough. If not then look at the ultimate or the XXL for much better value.

Neil

i have an xxl and it is plenty big enough for 4 adults to camp in... it is really easy to put up (we can do it in 10 mins)...

i wouldnt buy anything other than khyam now, the only thing is the choice... make sure you get the right one for your needs...

Hi,

I keep buying them  Putting up the rigipod is no more difficult than the XXL, a few extra poles but the principle is the same on all of them.

As Roebear says, I wouldn't buy anything other than khyam now either, they are more expensive than some but the tents are worth it.

Simon

 I have an Excelsior Ridgi Pod and think it's the dogs danglies. Yes I agree it is not the cheapest however if you look at the overall cost weighed against the amount of use then it is worth it in my opinion. It is still cheap holidaying even if you buy a tent and equipment and use it only a few times compared to hotels or apartments.

There could be nothing worse than buying a tent which you sit in wishing you had spent a bit more and bought a different one!

I can put my tent up on my own including all pegging and groundsheet in about an hour. Have a look at my gallery as this was my first attempt in garden!

If you shop well you can pick up an excelsior base unit for under £400 with additions of bedrooms at £90 and groundsheets for the main area and bedroom at about £65 for both sheets. I recommend getting a porch inner so you can add a bedroom for extra guests occasionaly these are about £45. You can easily fit 2 double airbeds in each bedroom area as a guide.

Look at this recent thread as it may help http://www.ukcampsite.co.uk/chatter/display_topic_threads.asp?ForumID=3&TopicID=37574&PagePosition=1&showActive=9&ReturnPage=Active

NEWBS  

has anyone had any problems with the size of the rigi pod or the ultimate rigi dome. they look larger than some of the outwell's which i have read have had some problems with pitch size.

Hi.

Always advisable to ask about the pitch size with these tents, but that's not a problem if you do in advance.

Has anyone tried a rigipod, tunnel then bedroom pod ? Or joined two together yet 

Simon

Probably going to be the only one on here that says No, they are not worth the money. we are very disapointed with ours. Idea and space is good just let down by poor construction.

As to the tunnel question,we have the tunnel. you can not use it between the main tent and a pod as the other end slope is in the wrong direction so it can mate up with another tent. Can be used in place of a pod though to give you an extra room with a full height roof instead of sloping away like a bedroom pod does.

Hi Nudge,

Sorry to hear you aren't happy with yours, but thanks for the tip on the tunnel as that hadn't ocurred to me.

Simon

Quote: Originally posted by Shippers on 17/06/2005

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Is it worth the extra money? Is it as convenient to erect as the salesman implied?

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