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Discontinued
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Ł550.00
3
Fully Sewn-in
Inner first

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9.3/10 from 30 reviews

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30 Reviews of the Aspen 700DLX Showing 01 to 10 Page: 1 2 3

By: TENPIN Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2006 Rating: 10 from 10

This is the greatest family tent on the market. To date we have had three fabulous holidays in it in all sorts of weathers and it is still as good as new.

There are 5 of us in total Mum,Dad,2 Daughters aged 14/13 and 1 son aged 10. The beauty of this tent is its enormous inner height and the light and airy feel this gives. The bedroom height is exceptional and I have not seen it in any other tent out there. I am saddened that Vango have decided to make the new 2008 model ,now called the Zambezi, fly sheet pitching first as the only reason we picked the Aspen over all the competition was because of the extra height and added tension inner first pitching gives plus the double layered effect which means zero condensation.

With the central and right side bedroom converted into one space we manage to get quite comfortably our king size memory foam double layer bed ,a double wardrobe containing 8 shelves,a hanging rail and all the clothing and towels for the five of us. Our son has a singe bed in the other bedroom compartment and the daughters sleep on a double bed in the living area which can be converted into a settee but we usually just leave it with back and armrests up but base extendedso that 4 of us can veg out on it to watch TV of an evening. The living area also houses a large double moon chair ,table and tv.

The kitchen area is within the tunnel. We were fortunate to buy the Aspen with the lift up flap as this makes the tunnel area more spacious and last year we purchased large sun canopy that now gives us 2/12 metres more room somewhere to sit ,eat,shelter and cook.We have an american kitchen table and a sunncamp lite double kitchen with larder which we arrange in an L shape so that we can still access the tunnel from the end and through the side door this also keeps the kitchen cool. Can't comment on the new 2008 model now called Zambezi as I have yet to view it.

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By: Sleepyol Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2007 Rating: 10 from 10

Being new to camping, we looked around for a long time before deciding on this tent. The major factor that swung it in our favour was the sheer amount of room that this tent offers both in terms of footprint and height. We use the two largest bedrooms (sleeping 2 adults and 2 children) with the smallest bedroom used as a wardrobe (via included rail) / general dumping area for bags, cases etc.

As well as being spacious, the tent is nice and airy too with plenty of doors and windows that can be rolled open to ensure plenty of fresh air whilst retaining however much privacy you want.

We use the large porch area for the kitchen / eating as it's big enough to take the stove plus table and chairs. This leaves masses of room in the inner tent for chairs etc. We've been away with friends and have regularly had 4 adults in chairs in the living area, as well as 4 children (all under 5) with their various toys and it has never felt cramped.

In terms of putting the tent up, the most useful tip I could give would be to go on to the Vango website where you will find a downloadable video showing how to put the tent up step by step. This can be put on to a mobile phone, ipod etc and we found it invaluable the first couple of times when we arrived late at campsites in the fading light and had to sling the tent up ASAP !

Overall, as you might be able to tell, I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND purchasing this tent.

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By: Rhondda reg Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2007 Rating: 10 from 10

If you want a tent with the wow factor, then this is definitely the one for you. After spending 4 long winter months looking for a new tent, the wife and I could only agree on the aspen and we had not even seen it in the flesh. When we did get to see it, it was certainly a case of WOW.

If I do have to fault it, it would be the fact that the pole bag is very heavy indeed. That said I do not intend to carry it very far, only from house to car and car to pitch. One other bad point is, if it is raining whilst you are pitching it, the inner tent will get wet but I feel that it can be made waterproof, in approx 10-15mins if you hurry. Once inside switch a small heater on, open some vents (which there are loads of) and it will dry in no time at all.

We use the 3 bedrooms main one for me and wife, double air bed all our luggage and still loads of room to walk around in with exceptional head room. Side bedrooms one for daughter with single air bed, luggage and loads of room to walk around in with same head room as main. Same goes for other side room with son. If we decide they can bring a friend along, it just means an extra air bed in a side room and sacrifice some walk about space. The dog sleeps on a dog bed in living area with no probs at all due to sig (sewn-in-groundsheet). Living area has loads of space all being practical usable space. Where on a chilly evening you can sit back and relax in comfort.

The extended porch is ideal to keep all the kitchen equipment in, plus any outdoor stuff like bikes, footballs etc again with that excellent headroom.

Where we felt this tent really came into it`s own, is when we all went out without wet gear and got caught in heavy rain. When we returned we simply stripped off our wet clothes in the enclosed porch and dried off, before stepping into the main tent keeping it completely dry. Then zipped down the main door put the heater on opened a couple of curtains and watched the rain hammer down with a can of lager whilst the kids watched a dvd in total comfort.

When we were sat outside the tent in the sun, it was amazing how many people commented on how, it was such a nice tent. All in all a truly magnificent tent cant wait to use it again.

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By: Lairdjohn Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2007 Rating: 10 from 10

What can I add to what has already been said.Yes the poles are heavy but they are steel so you wont have any hassle with the tent in high winds which is a good point. Two of us can put it up in 30 mins,which for such a large tent is great(the better half is only 5' 3 tall so being small isn't a problem)lots of room and now its last years model very cheap. Ours cost Ł245 delivered.

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By: Jw5683 Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2007 Rating: 10 from 10

Wow what a tent. This is our third tent and the best we have owned.

We have just been away for 8 days, 3 of those were constant wind and rain, the wind was very very bad. The tent held up, stayed dry, did not lift or break in any way. Amazing.

The sealed main area is fantastic for keeping the bugs out and the amount of windows let so much light / air in depending on the weather.

The tent and poles are very heavy but with two people they are ok to handle. It's well worth the weight.

It took us 40 minutes to build the tent and further 30 minutes to secure all the guy ropes and pegs.

Would highly recommend this great tent.

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By: Calpyline Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2007 Rating: 10 from 10

This tent ticks ALL the boxes. We previously had a Vango Diablo 900 but recently struggled to find sites to accommodate us and also we were frustrated at the low height of the bedroom pods. However the Aspen appears to have as much space as the Diablo without taking up such a huge pitch size AND the bedrooms allow us (even at 6 foot tall) to stand upright without having to bend double. It even seems much more solid and gale-proof than the Diablo and has withstood the severest of bad weather. Highly recommended.

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By: Fundus Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2007 Rating: 10 from 10

We bought this tent 3 weeks ago, online, for half the RRP since this is now an old model. We just had 2 weeks camping in Brittany, with very hot days - has fantastic ventilation with 3 side doors that fully open, and heavy rain, - not a drip of water, and absolutely no condensation [ double layer], was very comfortable for our family , 2 grown ups, 3 kids. Overall best thing we have bought for ages, a winner with us all.

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By: Happycampers8 Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2007 Rating: 10 from 10

We love this tent. After much searching we sold our caravan to move back to camping and get the extra space we needed for our 2 children. We have no regrets. This spacious and light tent is a pleasure to be away in even in our British summers! We have sat warm and dry in howling gales and pouring rain. The kids even manage a game of badmington inside on wet days.

The poles are very heavy and the canvas pack is huge - we did not want to tow anything but can only just get everything in our estate with a large roof box.

This model does not have the front opening into a canopy like the 2006 which we missed at first.

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By: Helenh Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2007 Rating: 10 from 10

We are a family of 5 so wanted a tent large enough that we could all sit inside on rainy days and not get on each others nerves! It's incredibly well thought out, pockets everywhere, lots of vents so even though it has SIG, condensation isn't a problem. Warms up quickly, and on hot days when all the vents are open it feels cooler than outside. The 3 berth and one of the 2 berth bedroom pods can be opened up into one room with space to place two kingsize beds with room to spare, and the third pod is perfect as an en-suite lol! The porch is surprisingly large and is great for kicking off shoes and storing cooking equipment and buggy. We even got the tent back in the bag with no trouble whatsoever. We really love this tent and can't wait to go away again. It looks great too!

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By: Milesfamily Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2006 Rating: 10 from 10

Our Aspen has got to be the best tent we have ever owned. It is outstanding compared to most and withholds the harshest of weathers. We have used ours several times and it gets easier to put up each time even with a partner who is only 5'2. We put it up as if it is a tunnel tent , tried the vango sewn in instructions and almost came to blows.

In heavy winds when other tents and awnings are ripping and blowing away the Aspen is clearly heard to be asking the wind if that is all it can give it. The King of Tents. I will never use another tent again.

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Manufacturer's Description

A range of tents inspired by some of the nomadic tribes of Asia. The rigid steel frame offers exceptional room and living space combined with stability and weather resistance. Plenty of doors, windows and vents add to the comfort and flexibility for the family or group.

"The Aspen...plenty of light and ventilation...the living area can easily be sealed off against drafts and bugs...the separate porch area is ideal for storing wet or dirty equipment." CAMPING MAGAZINE

SPECIFICATION
Flysheet: Protex 5000
Groundsheet:Polyehtylene
Inner: Breathable H2O repellent Ripstop Polyester
Poles: Steel & Fiberflex
Design/Style:

• Rigid steel frame which ensures the tent is secure and provides a comfortable living space.
• Sewn-in groundsheet which adds protection, comfort and helps keep the bugs out.
• Seam taped flysheet which gives long lasting protection from the elements.
• Mesh ventilation on the inner tent reduces the build-up of condensation and keeps bugs out.
• Bathtub inner groundsheet which gives you total climate protection and prevents insects crawling in.
• Mesh side door which adds extra ventilation options.
• Fibreflex fibreglass poles which are though, sturdy & reliable.
• Colour coded poles which help you put the correct poles in their pole sleeves.
• Extended porch on DLX models with skylights on the front and side which increases the light and airy living space.
• Crystal Clear windows which allow the maximum amount of light through.
• Roller bag with zip opening for easy packing away and transport.

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