Tent spikes and ferrules

[Laurentius]

Does anyone know a source for tent spikes, and ferrules for those who want to make there own wooden tent poles?

 

[Jared]

www.tentspares.co.uk have some ferrules.

 

[Nomad]

Speaking of ferrule type things, does anyone know the inside diameter of the apex bit that is used on Vango Force 10 tents?

 

[tartanferret]

Speaking of ferrule type things, does anyone know the inside diameter of the apex bit that is used on Vango Force 10 tents?

16mm

 

[bilmo-p5]

I've had some success using nails and plumbing fittings. Not perfect, but usable.

 

[Laurentius]

I've had some success using nails and plumbing fittings. Not perfect, but usable.

Why didn't I think of that?

 

[chrisinhove]

I found some on e-bay by searching for awning spares, when I couldn't find them any other way.