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Old 12-03-15 | 04:54 PM
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If you are looking for a decent tent to start out with this would be fine. I like the fact that it has aluminum poles at this price point.
Keep in mind that with just 1 meter of room in the front you can put a full set of paniers in there but not two.

Since prices are British Pounds I am assuming you are in the UK so definitely do get a double walled tent. The humidity and rain make a double walled tent a definite plus.
The only exception is when you use a tarp and bivybag but that is more of an UL thing.

When and where are you planning to use it?

Some alternate suggestions:
- Vango Mirage 200 Slightly heavier, much more windproof.
... that's pretty much all I've got. If you want anything lighter or roomier you will probably need to spend twice as much at least.

Also, keep in mind that there is a big difference in mindset between European tent makers (and often users) and North American tent makers (and often users).
But I will save that for another post.
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