Vango Tempest 400
Reviewed by
Richie Bright
+6
September 28, 2014
A sturdy, lightweight and compact all-in-one or fly-first pitch tent suitable for up to four persons or a family. This modestly priced Duke of Edinburgh recommended kit can handle a wide range of weather conditions, uses quality materials, and has a clever tunnel design with excellent ventilation giving you confidence to accompany you for your next outdoor challenge.
Pros
- Lightweight and sturdy — ideal for hiking or adventure trips
- Quality materials
- Great design and colour
- Quick setup and packing/taking down
Cons
- Not geodesic, but has enough restraints for strong winds
- Cannot stand up in
- Could possibly do with a rear entrance for convenience and airflow on hot camps, but not essential
An 'all in one' or fly-first pitch Duke of Edinburgh recommended tunnel tent with three colour-coded alloy poles for quick setup day or night. Designed for up to four persons or an adventurous family, this tent is lightweight, compact, and ideal for hiking and adventure, yet robust with a 6000mm poly groundsheet and 70 Denier Protex ® HC 5000 poly flysheet.
Able to withstand the majority of weather conditions mother nature likes to dish out, and with a spacious multi-function flysheet porch with separate groundsheet to store gear or sit and watch the view, this tent will provide adequate shelter, storage and comfort for your next outdoor adventure.
Source: bought it new
Price Paid: 250 AUD
