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2 Reviews of the Apollo

By: Sallylou Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2001 Rating: 8 from 10

My folding camper was a year 2000. It was the third camper I had owned and was by far the best camper. Plenty of room lots of extra's, comfy beds. Most of all had so many happy holidays with it. Only sold it this year. I have problems with arthritis in my wrists and found it was getting harder to put up and put away so it was time to let it go. Prolonged it a bit by getting the chaps in Salford to adapt the zip configuration to zip onto a drive away air awning which worked great. I still have the air awning as the new owner only wanted to buy the camper with the original awning. The Apollo was great for storage, we used the LHS under bed area as storage for our clothes had an under bed tent set up too. Worked well for us. Cheers. Regards, Popeye

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By: Blue Sky Pennine Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2002 Rating: 8 from 10

The Pennine Apollo is the next model up from the baby of the Pennine family, the Pennine Aztec, and was produced for 10 years, from 1993 to 2003. The Apollo, however, has a much more modern look to it, and it was, in fact, the first of the Pennine range to feature the moulded plastic front locker and trim.

Being so small, the Apollo is easier to tow and store than most other models in the range, and, hence, is a popular choice with first time users, especially those who are making the move from traditional tents and camping.

The Basics

The Apollo is a four berth folding camper, with basic kitchen facilities, including a cold water fed sink, 2 burner hob and grill, with loads of storage space, comfortable seating and two large beds (one a double and the other a king size).

The overall setup time is between 10 and 15 minutes, for the camper on its own, with a further 30 � 40 minutes for the optional awning.

It can be used with the two double beds permanently made up, or with one permanent bed, and one large settee. Retaining straps hold the bedding in place, so the bed(s) can even be left made up whilst in transit / storage.

There is also a small bench type seat opposite the main settee, which can be utilised to facilitate dining for all four people.

Specifications

With a gross laden weight of 700 kg, the Apollo is 250 kg heavier than the Aztec but does offer a superior level of equipment and accommodation. The full length, including draw bar is 337 cm, and, when folded, the camper is 184 cm wide, and 120 cm high, yet it opens out into a very spacious 4 berth accommodation. The Apollo is both light enough to move around comfortably, and compact enough to fit into the smallest of garages.

The camper includes, as standard, a gas fuelled 2 burner hob and grill, and a sink, with small drainer, with a cold water faucet, fed by a manual foot pump, plus 12V and 240V electrical systems.

Review / Appraisal

The Apollo is a 4 berth camper, which sleeps 4 in total comfort. Like many of the range, though, its maximum berth potential is best realised when used in conjunction with the optional awning. This is, largely due to the fact that, whilst it has two good sized double / king size beds, one of those is utilised in the making up of the settee. Also, once it is made up, whilst it will seat 4 people, they would need to be pretty close.

When dining, the main settee can be used in conjuction with the small bench seat opposite, to give adequate seating for all four occupants. The only minor down side with this arrangement is that the internal footprint of the camper is surprisingly wide, and, when the standard table is set up for dining, it�s a little bit of a stretch to reach the table, from either side.

Personally, I tend to think of the Apollo as a really comfortable 2 berth, with the potential for a permanently made up king size bed, coupled with a large, comfortable settee, with plenty of storage space behind. In this configuration, the Apollo can be used, on its own, without the optional awning, for the shorter break, whilst having the option of the awning for longer stays / larger parties. That said, another very popular configuration with families is to have both beds permanently set up, whilst using the awning for living / dining. Again, all down to personal preference. The level of equipment is not as comprehensive as most other models, with the most noticeable omission being a fridge. Also, there is no lighting in the camper, but it does come with full 12V and 240V electric sockets, ensuring that fridges, TVs, microwaves etc are all viable additions to the camping experience.

Conclusion

The Apollo is a great introduction to the world of the folding camper. Whilst, admittedly, quite a bit larger than the entry level Aztec, it is still smaller and lighter than most other models in the range.

They can be found for the same sort of cost as a more basic trailer tent, or little more than a decent tent. They can be set up in a fraction of the time of an ordinary tent, and yet offer far greater levels of comfort and equipment. Although not as well equipped as the larger models, the Apollo is, for many, a far less daunting prospect to tow, whilst being even easier to store, and manoeuvre. For many, it�s the ideal way to put a toe into the water and give it a go.

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Manufacturer's Description

The compact camper that combines stylish good looks with the features and versatility of a larger camper.

The Apollo is the most compact of the Pennine folding campers (From the Pennine brochure - The Aztec was the most compact, but had ceased by this time) yet offers superb accomodation, with real versatility. It combines the maximum interior floor space and cupboard storage within a very compact, easy-to-tow trailer.

The camper can easily sleep 4 people by converting the bed-settee into a double bed. The features include a one-piece vinyl floor, door mat and optional whipped-edge carpet. Interior fabrics are tastefully co-ordinated and complement the maple wood grain furniture.

The stainless steel combination sink includes a drainer together with double burners and grill positioned at normal domestic kitchen height. Underneath is a useful shelf and kitchen cupboard. Storage space is further enhanced by two lockers with a cupboard and double drawer unit on either side of the door entrance.

The versatile optional awning offers increased living area and zip-on under bed skirts are available to provide extra space, when the occasion demands.

Features:

+ AL-KO galvanised chassis
+ Auto-reverse brakes
+ Wind down corner steadies
+ 155 x 13 radial tyres
+ Spare wheel & carrier
+ Large integral gas bottle housing
+ Front grab handles
+ Non pegging
+ Stainless steel combination unit with two burners & grill
+ 'Penn-Vent' systems to both bedroom and kitchen windows
+'Dry-Pack' mattress protection
+ Fully enclosed inner tents
+ Roof lining
+ 12V submersible water pump
+ 'Ten-Cate' twin fold premier 100% cotton canvas
+ Wheel trims
+ In-situ trailer cover storage
+ Removable mat and mat-well
+ Privacy curtains
+ Fire extinguisher and housing
+ Table
+ 2 - 12V sockets

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