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30 Reviews of the Filey 6
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By: Olly70 Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2010 Rating: 
We bought our 2010 model Kampa Filey 6 for £320 from Peak Outdoors (via eBay). It was listed as being a 'slight cosmetic second' which basically means that a little bit of the dark blue colour has found it's way onto the white roof panels. This was no big deal in my opinion given that we were saving about £150 on the RRP. The fault is barely noticeable unless you really look for it. Unfortunately, I think they have now sold out of these 'seconds', but you can still pick up a 2010 model for about £100 less than the 2011 version (However, please read on before deciding to do this).
Compared to other similar size tents (We have had an Outwell Idaho XL and a Sun Valley 8 in a past) I would suggest that the Kampa Filey has the following advantages:
1. Better material used in the flysheet
2. Alloy poles - wow what a difference these make. The steel poles on the Outwell had to go at the bottom of the car boot when packing - otherwise they crushed anything below. The Kampa poles can go at the top of the boot as they are so light.
3. Sleeptite system. I was very dubious about this and thought it was just a gimmick. I was wrong. The silver / metallic lining really does keep the sun and heat out remarkably well for those all important holiday lie in's.
4. It goes back in the bag easily. Whilst nowhere near as well made as the Outwell tent bag - the Kampa bag has room for manoeuvre so you can roll the tent up any old how and chuck it in the bag. Especially useful if it's pouring down. The Outwell's only go in the back if you do a really good job of folding and rolling, which often takes a couple of attempts. Not great in a storm!
5. Canopy can be rolled back in high wind. This really saved us last bank holiday when the wind picked up.
Now onto a few gripes:
1. The bedroom configuration on the 2010 model is RIDICULOUS. How can a company market a tent as a 'family' tent when your typical family of 4 can't actually sleep together? Our children are still at an age where we want them in the same pod as us. This is impossible with the 2010 Filey 6 unless you want to have 4 x single sleeping mats. Airbeds are not an option, yet surely a large number of families use airbeds due to the small pack size compared to camp beds and decent (10cm) self inflating mattresses.
Two of the inners can be unzipped to make one larger 4 berth inner. However this inner can only take a double airbed if you put it in sideways rather than lengthways as you would expect. It has to go sideways, because of the zips. Once the double airbed is in there, there is no more room - even for a single sleeping mat.
2. Some of the stitching on the bedroom pods is VERY poor. Three of the toggles and clips that fasten the inners to the flysheet came off in our hands. This is no big deal as they can be easily sewn back on, but if I had paid full price for the tent I would have been pretty upset.
3. The guy ropes are of poorer quality than Outwell's. I found that when I tightened up the guys they 'bunched up' and I think this will lead to them fraying in time.
Overall I have rated the tent quite highly at 8 out of 10, but just a few minor improvements and this could have been a 10 and the best tent we've ever had. I contacted Kampa to see if they could suggest anything regarding the bedroom configuration, but they emailed me back to say that they have changed the bedrooms to a 3+3 this year, but to add insult to injury they have no plans to sell the 2011 bedrooms separately.
It's frustrating that Kampa have obviously recognised and acknowledge that there's a problem and have addressed it with the 2011 model, but won't help out customers who bought last years version. So from now on we are stuck with wife and kids on a double airbed (sideways) in one pod and me on my own in another.
Close but not perfect
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By: Spike12 Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2009 Rating: 
Simply the best family tent we've ever had. Very strong, no leaks and stood up to a gale that caused most tents around us to collapse. (we used delta pegs) Vestibule created the perfect tent. Adults could sit in vestibule area enjoying the view while the kids did their stuff inside. Vestibule also allows for a great wet weather gear area for drying/changing etc so groundsheet in main tent always dry and clean. Most other tents have missed out on this feature. All in all a great buy. Very very happy.
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By: Kat67 Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2010 Rating: 
We bought this tent as it was just within the size limits for a specific site we wanted to visit which we were hoping would become a favourite of ours. We bought it off the internet without having even seen one so were a bit worried but we needn't have been as on the whole it was perfect for us. We found it rather difficult to pitch (we're new to camping and hadn't been able to put it up anywhere before arriving on site so after we got the poles in things became a bit difficult) after having some help from a more experienced family, however, it went up a little more easily!
The tent is extremely spacious and has plenty of windows that can be opened completely if you need more ventilation or covered over if you want more privacy. The annexe bit was perfect for us to use as our toilet compartment! We didn't really experience any windy conditions so I can't comment on that but we did have rain on the morning we had to pack up. Apart from some water that pooled on the top of the SIG seam in the annexe, we didn't appear to have any other problems, and we couldn't be sure whether that was a result of condensation or a leaky seam. There wasn't a huge amount of it so I wouldn't consider it to be a problem.
The main disappointment for us was the bedroom compartments. I had already figured out that the smaller one would only really take a double airbed and that the larger one would be a squeeze to fit in two, but for the foreseeable future we envisaged using that one with the divider rolled back and having a double and a single in there for our toddler. But, where the divider zips to the pod, there are flaps at the bottom that mean you still have to squeeze the double air bed into one side of the pod or the other. Bit of a bad design really as moving the double airbed over a fraction would have meant that we could have had a bit of standing space either side of it. It is difficult to reach the zip of the front door when it's opened up to the top but hubby is tall and I think I will remedy that next time by tying something longer onto the zipper so that I can reach it more easily.
We couldn't get the built in groundsheet to lie flat no matter how hard we tried. We're hoping that this is something we'll master the more we use it.
All of these things are really only minor gripes and we really did enjoy our few days away in it, there's loads of space in it and lots of headroom and it's very light in there thanks to the daylight panels. Oh, and the Sleeptite system they use really does make the bedroom compartments a little bit darker, not loads, but you certainly notice the difference when you open the bedroom door and look into the living room. It also provided more insulation and I found that the bedroom pods were a lot cooler than the main tent when it was very hot and seemed slightly warmer through the night.
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By: Scb2 Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2009 Rating:
We have used the tent twice now for a 4 night stay and recently 7 nights. During the 7 nights we had 2 nights of heavy rain and bad winds and the tent stood up to this with no problems - even the vestibule much to our surprise as we had no idea how to fit it (thanks to pwatson for their review as we had to look on here to find out how to do it!)
Anyway neither of us are the best at anything diy or making things but much to our surprise this tent is quite easy to put up (we new campers too)it took round 1hr 30 for the tent.
We had no problems with the tent at all the only thing as mentioned by others is the footprint but not a major issue, also we seem to struggle to keep the carpet straight even with things on it - any tips anyone???
We had 2 adults and 2 children and it felt very spacious, especially the second time once we added the vestibule which made a massive difference to us.
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By: Allencamp Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2009 Rating:
Just returned from 2 weeks in France in our Kampa Filey 6. The tent served our needs very well, with lots of communal space, sleep pods that you can stand up in, and plenty and light and ventilation.We didn't encounter severe weather, but stayed dry during the showers we had. We opted for the 2009 edition mainly due to cost, and I believe that some of the niggles we encountered have been addressed by the newer model - cable entry is on the wrong side, but this I think has now changed to both sides.In ours this meant that our electrical light can only be fed from one side via the velcro loops on the ceiling! The footprint is flimsy and without pegging points, which we will remedy ourselves. We added the vestibule to the front of the tent, which is great for adding weather-shielded space, but the opening is on the opposite side to the front of the tent! Hopefully Kampa will be able to adapt the vestibule so that it can open from either side!
All in all, a great tent, can't wait for our next camping holiday!
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By: Razbod Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2009 Rating:
Have just returned from a weekend camping in my Filey 6 and thought I should report.
Have no photos (too busy) as my lounge in the tent was used by all the kids who camped with us (approx 15) as their personal DS/gossip hangout!
It was very, very hot in the day and the zip out windows proved essential to let out the heat. I didn't use the side door as the ground where we camped was very hard and by the time I had erected the tent and pegged out, I couldn't be bothered to peg out the side door.
In future, I will, as it will be less of a hassle opening and closing the front of the tent.
The tent itself didn't disappoint. I needed a tent that would suffice for me and my DS and any friends that wanted to stay or visit. The bedrooms were used to full occupancy; two adults and two kids and two kids stayed in the lounge.
I cooked (with elec) in the vestibule, and we all ate outside under the canopy.
It is a large tent for two but as mentioned we are very sociable campers and as such I don't think there will be many times when it will it be just me and my ds.
This tent is a home from home and if you can cope with the time it takes to put it up and down, you will be very happy with your investment.
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By: Tinawaldock Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2010 Rating: 
We bought this tent specifically because their website states that the inner tent can be used as one large bedroom or can be divided into two private bedrooms using the zipped dividing curtain - this is not the case. I have taken this up with Kampa but they have simply apologised if their description was confusing - As you can see from other reviews, I am not the only person to have thought this and I really can't see how you could read the description any other way.
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By: Power Ranger Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2010 Rating:
We ummed and arred all of 2009 about the Filey, and ended up getting one from the 2010 range.
Overall we love the tent. Here's a quick run down of love / hates:
- 2 cable entry points are a bonus
- The space is unbelievable. When you add on the vestibule, it's even better for those wet weather days
- When we looked at the tent online, it implied that the 4/2 sleeping tents can be zipped open into one huge inner tent. This is wrong - they are 2 completely independent inner tents. For me with 2 young kids, this was a bit of an issue - we saw the 2009 model with a 3/3 split that did open up. I took this up with Kampa, as their own website is misleading
- The footprint is cheap and nasty
- The air flow that can be generated through the tent is appreciated. You can zip down the windows, front door, side door etc.
- Putting up the vestibule means you do not have the annoying front guy rope getting in your way.
The only tent near to this is the Outwell Bear Lake, but even this falls short on the front canopy.
In a nutshell, for shear space, this tent is spot on. I've yet to see one that would beat it.
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By: Pwatson Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2009 Rating:
Just back from our first outing in the Filey and very happy with our purchase! Our tent for the past three years has been a Wynnster Pegasus 6 but I fancied something a bit more solid and the Kampa fits the bill admirably.
Completely echo previous comments about the quality of the footprint - Not great but enhanced by adding some eyelets, which we did in advance.
Tent up to 'first fix' in about 30 mins from arrival - Footprint layed down and pegged then, following advice from Gary Cross, we pegged the four corners, opened the side door and then put the middle pole in and raised the tent. Then put the remaining poles in one by one raising as we went - Poles either side of the middle, then the rear, then the porch. Dead simple and so much easier that putting all the poles in and then lifting the lot!
Once up the pegging started - Loads of them! Should be easier next time as we we've tied the guys up at around the right length for pitching. We left the bedrooms in after our test pitch in the garden so that was one less job this time round.
Next stage - Carpet. I couldn't justify the cost of the Kampa carpet but I found a Outwell Utah 4 carpet cheap online so bought that and cut the smaller section off. Fits a treat!
We specifically went for the 2009 model as the 3+3 bedroom arrangement works better for us rather than the 2010 (and Wynnster) 6+2 arrangement. Great to have bedrooms that we can stand up in at last! The bedrooms have a dark flyscreen material over the doors and the bedrooms seemed dark enough to us. I haven't seen the 2010 model in the flesh so I can't comment on any difference that the 'Sleeptite' system adds.
We also bought the optional vestibule - Useful, if expensive. [Reviewed separately]
Pros
Very roomy for us (2 adults, 2 children and a dog). Having the flat front makes a massive difference compared to the Wynnster and the utility/toilet area helps keep the tent tidy.
Internal size seemed even bigger due to the very light material across the top and the excellent windows.
King poles for the side door put to immediate use as well, though this door wouldn't have been used much if it had rained.
Excellent quality materials though no chance to check for leaks or see how the tent stands up to wind as we were basking in sunshine all weekend.
Cons - All nit picking
As other have said, the front section would benefit from windows rather than just flyscreens.
The cable entry is on the wrong side - The obvious place for anything that needs power is in the utility area but the cable entry is on the opposite side.
Faults
A couple of problems with this particular tent - One of the bedroom fixing points is missing and another is in the wrng place so a couple of toggles hang free. No real issue and it could use a couple of clothes pegs to sort.
Small (2mm diameter) hole in the flysheet - Pretty sure this wasn't me when I test pitched but I can't be certain so I'll give Kampa the benefit of the doubt. Tenacious tape on order to resolve this.
All in all, despite the faults and niggles, I'd still give the tent 10 out 10 - Superb tent and keenly priced (especially as I got a good deal on last years model!)
Other tents considered: Outwell Montana 6, Vango Amazon 600, Royal Havana 6, Kampa Croyde 6, Easy Camp 600 and lots of others.
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By: Razbod Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2009 Rating:
Hi, I've just returned from putting up my new Filey in a local park (garden too small) and I am very impressed!
It did take me a long time to put up the tent as it was only me and my beloved 9 year old but we managed.
The tent is (as already advised) very high quality. I have seen the 2010 Amazon 600 up close and the Filey flysheet is better quality. The sun canopy is bigger than I expected as is the rest of the tent.
Once inside the lounge is massive; in area and height. The annexe on the side is ideal and I will be using it for my kitchen as that will leave the lounge free for my sofa and chairs! The bedrooms (I have the 2009 model) are large and will fit either a queen size bed and wardrobe or two singles. I have noticed as mentioned in a previous comment, that the right hand side bedroom CAN be zipped out, leaving just the left hand bedroom and more 'lounge' space. There are two zips found on the bedroom divider and one will unzip the right hand side bedroom. There are also small compartments in each of the bedroom pods that can be used for storage.
The amount of windows in the Filey are just right; one on the right (next to the annexe) and two on the left (one is also a door). As already mentioned the windows can be curtained, open with the vent at the top or fully unzipped. The side door has a fly mesh and can be opened as a canopy door (king poles are included)if you wish.
The front of the tent has two fly mesh windows and the door/panel can be zipped opened 3/4 of the way. There is a window in the annexe also with fly mesh above it and a zippable vent on the back of the tent for ventilation to the bedrooms.
There is of course ehu entry and a hook for a central light with cable tidy. One thing that comes as extra with the Filey is the groundsheet for the front sun canopy area, something that I've not seen with other manufacturers.
Cons? None really. Would be almost a perfect tent if the front panel was replaced with a door with fly mesh panel and two proper windows either side but perfection is boring.
Will be camping soon and will take pics to download.
So to sum up, one fantastic, versatile tent with loads of extras, excellent quality and I'm sure, will last longer than most.
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Manufacturer's Description
Walk into this tent and there’s an overwhelming sense of space. Headroom is exceptional which, when combined with the natural light from the Daylight Panel, makes the Filey 6 a very nice place to spend your holiday time and the SleepTite System helps keep the early morning sun out of the tent for a good night’s sleep. Like most of our tents, the Filey has the large integrated front canopy, unlike most of its contemporaries where it is an optional extra. This canopy allows maximum use of the rollaway front panel in all weathers and the most of the living space is useable thanks to the vertical front panel and sidewalls that don’t slope too much.
The Filey 6 also benefits from a large side door that has a full length fly screen and two Airflow windows that can be zipped open to provide maximum ventilation and to create that real feeling of living outdoors. An en-suite extension is ideal as a toilet area (it has a separating door) or for storage.
The Filey 6 is now available with an optional vestibule that converts the front canopy into an enclosed area.
Key Features
• ‘Feel the difference’ high quality 100D Weathershield® flysheet
• SleepTite System – for a good night’s sleep
• Large built-in front canopy (can be stowed if not required)
• Sealed Groundsheet System (SGS)
• Front zip out ventilation panel
• Zip through inner tents
• Airflow window system - two zip out windows
• Side door with mesh screen
• Daylight Panel
• Wardrobe/toilet area with door
• Lamp hanger with cable tidy system
• Cable entry point
• Organiser pockets in front of and inside inner tent
• Upright canopy pole set
• Groundsheet for canopy area
• Specification
Optional Extras
• Vestibule
• Additional two berth inner tent
• Living area carpet
• Footprint
• Matching windbreak
Interior Height: 225 cm
Inner Tent Height: 205 cm
Weight: Poles: 12.4 kg Tent: 24.8 kg
Pack Size: Poles: 91 x 29 x 20 c
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