The camping essentials - I've found a bargain which you all need to know about thread...

[jomilky]

On 6/2/2022 at 2:24 AM, Beaver89 said:

Would you like a tiny air pump and 3-brightness lamp for all your air bed, vacuum bag and seeing-what-the-fuck-you're-doing-inside-your-F&B needs? I got you: https://smile.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B08GQXHJVX/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1.

It's smaller than you think and they make a slightly larger one too (which was the size we were expecting the tiny one to be). A word to the wise, neither will blow up the quechua air bed base as they are too small but excellent for normal airbeds and SIMs.

Not a bargan per se but a natty piece of kit

I got this a few weeks ago, works perfectly on my Nemo air mattress. The light goes very bright and has a handy loop to hang from the middle tent hook. Would definitely recommend 😊

[Kalopsia]

Usually take a pillow from my bed as I love the touch of comfort. However, it takes up so much space and I want to pack light. I'm wondering if anyone has used one of these? If so worth it?

https://www.decathlon.co.uk/r/camping-pillow/_/R-p-308735?mc=8549582&c=BLUE_TURQUOISE

[OCarter]

13 minutes ago, Kalopsia said:

Usually take a pillow from my bed as I love the touch of comfort. However, it takes up so much space and I want to pack light. I'm wondering if anyone has used one of these? If so worth it?

https://www.decathlon.co.uk/r/camping-pillow/_/R-p-308735?mc=8549582&c=BLUE_TURQUOISE

Take your chances...

[merago]

20 minutes ago, Kalopsia said:

Usually take a pillow from my bed as I love the touch of comfort. However, it takes up so much space and I want to pack light. I'm wondering if anyone has used one of these? If so worth it?

https://www.decathlon.co.uk/r/camping-pillow/_/R-p-308735?mc=8549582&c=BLUE_TURQUOISE

I usually use a combination of an inflatable pillow underneath and a collapsible camping pillow on top (although the one I use is about half the size of the Decathlon one).  The collapsible ones are softer and more pleasant to lie on, but are too flimsy to be used on their own I feel.  Whereas the inflatable ones give you a bit of support but aren't very comfortable - the two together works for me.  It's less weight and bulk carrying the two in than a full size pillow - but it's a personal preference thing as to whether it would be comfortable enough for you I guess.

[Adam75]

We looked at those pillows in Decathlon last week, they seem quite thin. 

We opted for the more expensive ones and they feel great (obviously not used yet) will use for both festivals and camping, so worth the cost

Camping Pillow QUECHUA - Decathlon 

[a6l6e6x]

Due to change of plans need a 4 man/large 3 man tent. Any recommendations for £150 or under

[The Other Steve]

These are good for decanting your wine into - 75cl bottles at Asda £5 or £3

[chelseadisco]

On 6/6/2022 at 2:15 PM, a6l6e6x said:

Due to change of plans need a 4 man/large 3 man tent. Any recommendations for £150 or under

Got this one a few days ago, its palatial 👌

[danssol]

On 6/6/2022 at 12:47 PM, Kalopsia said:

Usually take a pillow from my bed as I love the touch of comfort. However, it takes up so much space and I want to pack light. I'm wondering if anyone has used one of these? If so worth it?

https://www.decathlon.co.uk/r/camping-pillow/_/R-p-308735?mc=8549582&c=BLUE_TURQUOISE

Got one and sadly it was crap. 

[Adam75]

26 minutes ago, danssol said:

Got one and sadly it was crap. 

I looked at these in Decathlon and decided against it, too thin.

 

They have a more expensive one, you could consider. 

https://www.decathlon.co.uk/p/camping-pillow-ultim-comfort/_/R-p-335452

They are abit pricey, but seemed much better. I bought one but not tested yet! Will use for camping as well as festivals

[The Nal]

Cant see it anywhere - whats the best inflatable camping mat around? ie not a mattress. 

Preferably light and easy to pack for the space conscious. 

[Fred Zepplin]

Anyone need a light for the tent, can't get much better value than these:

 

https://www.mountainwarehouse.com/mini-camping-lantern-p16240.aspx/black/

 

I've just got 3 and they are really bright and have 3 settings to tone it down a bit. I prefer that they take batteries rather than having to charge it up. Down to £2.99 and free collection if you are near a mountain warehouse, also extra 10% off at the minute

[Northtim]

7 minutes ago, The Nal said:

Cant see it anywhere - whats the best inflatable camping mat around? ie not a mattress. 

Preferably light and easy to pack for the space conscious. 

This was my comfort/compact choice. Seemed ok on a quick test, might float well when your doom weather arrives

Trekology UL80 Camping Mat

https://amzn.eu/d/3yUcxWW

Edited June 13, 2022 by Northtim

[The Nal]

3 minutes ago, Northtim said:

This was my comfort/compact choice. Seemed ok on a quick test, might float well when your doom weather arrives

Trekology UL80 Camping Mat

https://amzn.eu/d/3yUcxWW

Excellent thanks, that looks just the ticket. 

[danssol]

22 minutes ago, Adam75 said:

I looked at these in Decathlon and decided against it, too thin.

 

They have a more expensive one, you could consider. 

https://www.decathlon.co.uk/p/camping-pillow-ultim-comfort/_/R-p-335452

They are abit pricey, but seemed much better. I bought one but not tested yet! Will use for camping as well as festivals

Thanks I will look 

[zeppelin]

10 minutes ago, Northtim said:

This was my comfort/compact choice. Seemed ok on a quick test, might float well when your doom weather arrives

Trekology UL80 Camping Mat

https://amzn.eu/d/3yUcxWW

This is my backup of my Alpkit Cloud Base doesn't turn up... 

Supposedly being despatched on Wednesday but has me nervous. 

[curiouscat]

Costco have their camping sale on if anyone's a member. 

Seen a coolbox and bag, sleeping bags etc

[Twiggy553]

1 hour ago, zeppelin said:

This is my backup of my Alpkit Cloud Base doesn't turn up... 

Supposedly being despatched on Wednesday but has me nervous. 

Alpkit stuff is good kit. Have a few of their products. Can’t comment on delivery times though i’m afraid.

[mike86]

On 6/6/2022 at 2:15 PM, a6l6e6x said:

Due to change of plans need a 4 man/large 3 man tent. Any recommendations for £150 or under

Slightly above your budget but this tent is great - https://www.next.co.uk/style/st729779/768466

[a6l6e6x]

Just now, mike86 said:

Slightly above your budget but this tent is great - https://www.next.co.uk/style/st729779/768466

Funnily enough I bought this earlier today (for about £130)

[PassingCloud]

On 6/6/2022 at 1:02 PM, OCarter said:

Take your chances...

I’ve got a few inflatable pillows, one has foam in it too (I think), but none of them are that great. Perhaps ok for a night or two or of padded out with clothing or something. I’ll be taking a proper pillow. 

[PassingCloud]

1 hour ago, zeppelin said:

This is my backup of my Alpkit Cloud Base doesn't turn up... 

Supposedly being despatched on Wednesday but has me nervous. 

I’ve got one of those UL80s for light camping (my son will be using it at festival as I have a proper mattress.) it’s a good inflatable mattress. 

Edited June 13, 2022 by PassingCloud
Typos Mofos.

[MoonBuggy]

25 minutes ago, mike86 said:

Slightly above your budget but this tent is great - https://www.next.co.uk/style/st729779/768466

Can confirm, one of my mates has that one and it's brilliant - almost actual standing height and everything. 

Considered it myself, but I've gone for this one in the end as an upgrade from my much-used old basic dome tent: https://www.pjoutdoors.co.uk/products/easy-camp-galaxy-300-tent-rustic-green-2022 - not blackout like the Quechua, but 3kg lighter, bit easier to squeeze into Glasto-sized spaces, still looks decently spacious. 

[banananey]

Is there anything I can sit on that could fit into a tote bag to carry about during the day?

As nice as they are I don't really want a full-on camping chair so maybe a little stool or some kind of cushion thingy maybe?

[ilovelanegan]

4 minutes ago, banananey said:

Is there anything I can sit on that could fit into a tote bag to carry about during the day?

As nice as they are I don't really want a full-on camping chair so maybe a little stool or some kind of cushion thingy maybe?

Impressed with this- great for a recent park trip. You still have to get up and down off the floor but the back support helps a lot! 

https://www.gooutdoors.co.uk/15984367/eurohike-anywhere-chair-15984367

 

Or further back in the thread there are some folding/ collapsible chair options too