Freestanding Tent Suggestions Please.

[The Cumbrian]

On my recent trip to Loch Shiel, I had the same problem as on past trips, ie good hammock sites being few and far between. There were however, lots of shingle and sand beaches and small clearings amongst trees unsuitable for hammocks.

What I'd like is suggestions for a freestanding ( including the porch if possible ) tent, that pitches flysheet first, 2 - 3 person with good headroom and a decent sized porch. These stipulations probably mean a geodesic dome tent, but ideas are welcome. Not weighing a ton and a small pack size would be nice to.

Cheers, Michael.

 

[greensurfingbear]

Bigger on the inside than the outside? Lol sounds like you're looking for the Holy Grail of tents. Be interesting to see what 'pops' up

Orric

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[JAG009]

Have a look at some of the tents this company has http://www.greenoutdoor.co.uk/ I have nothing to do with the company Bla Bla Bla !
Coln18 has the campfire tent and it is very good ,but i think i will be getting the bush shelter


Jason

 

[The Cumbrian]

What I'm looking for is a freestandinding tent, ie one that does not normally need guylines to retain it's shape and remain upright.

Cheers, Michael.

 

[JAG009]

This company has loads to have a look at www.cheaptents.com/

Jason

 

[blacktimberwolf]

If money is not an issue, have a look at the Hilleberg & Tera Nova tents, there are plenty of reviews & demo'o on youtube.

 

[789987]

http://www.vango.co.uk/tents/chinook-300.html

or

http://www.vango.co.uk/force-ten/vortex-300.html

no connection other than being a share holder and tent salesman

 

[blacktimberwolf]

What I'm looking for is a freestandinding tent, ie one that does not normally need guylines to retain it's shape and remain upright.

Cheers, Michael.

There's the decathlon ( there may be other brands) tents you just throw on the ground & hey presto, it's pitched, a few pegs if you wish but no guy lines, not packable as when folded remains a large disc.......apart from that I think all tents, dome or ridge, need guy lines but guy lines don't retain the shape nor keep it upright, prehaps you're thinking of poles.

 

[Shewie]

Vaude Hogan sounds just about perfect Michael

 

[789987]

There's the decathlon ( there may be other brands) tents you just throw on the ground & hey presto, it's pitched, a few pegs if you wish but no guy lines, not packable as when folded remains a large disc.......apart from that I think all tents, dome or ridge, need guy lines but guy lines don't retain the shape nor keep it upright, prehaps you're thinking of poles.

nah the ones i posted dont need the guys. unless it gets windy. and then your tent transforms into an expensive box kite.