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

[Crazyfool01]

Just now, Metal Monkey said:

Ah ok. I thought someone had invented light up guy ropes!

theres glow in the dark ones like these .... https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/274510876444?chn=ps&_ul=GB&_trkparms=ispr%3D1&amdata=enc%3A1xDZ8SAXVSrmDR3Q2Yk9Ubw24&norover=1&mkevt=1&mkrid=710-134428-41853-0&mkcid=2&mkscid=101&itemid=274510876444&targetid=1647205089320&device=c&mktype=pla&googleloc=9045348&poi=&campaignid=17206177401&mkgroupid=136851690655&rlsatarget=pla-1647205089320&abcId=9300866&merchantid=115643581&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAAD_Lr1djaS9jenMxOK_ejMGDgZniB&gclid=CjwKCAjwgdayBhBQEiwAXhMxti0G6Q19PLbGMW78qNgj_Q8di8MeMPmAGVd80RmklH59pnPKtQkZVBoCA3wQAvD_BwE

 

[Ayrshire Chris]

9 hours ago, rwhitehouse13 said:

So, having found that my tent is mouldy when I went to put it up at Shindig last week (yes, I know I should have checked it before I went) I am now needing a new one. Any recommendations on best brands or places to buy please?

Go outdoors sale, and the e demo ones set up 

[Metal Monkey]

39 minutes ago, Crazyfool01 said:

theres glow in the dark ones like these .... https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/274510876444?chn=ps&_ul=GB&_trkparms=ispr%3D1&amdata=enc%3A1xDZ8SAXVSrmDR3Q2Yk9Ubw24&norover=1&mkevt=1&mkrid=710-134428-41853-0&mkcid=2&mkscid=101&itemid=274510876444&targetid=1647205089320&device=c&mktype=pla&googleloc=9045348&poi=&campaignid=17206177401&mkgroupid=136851690655&rlsatarget=pla-1647205089320&abcId=9300866&merchantid=115643581&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAAD_Lr1djaS9jenMxOK_ejMGDgZniB&gclid=CjwKCAjwgdayBhBQEiwAXhMxti0G6Q19PLbGMW78qNgj_Q8di8MeMPmAGVd80RmklH59pnPKtQkZVBoCA3wQAvD_BwE

 

Tempting!

[balti-pie]

Tent next to me at Bearded Theory had black guy ropes, and all of them pinned out, which was so bloody ridiculous on all levels. I’m quite happy to avoid them as long as I can see the f**kers! 

[snailcheeks]

Anyone have a good recommendation for single self inflating mat? Thinking it will be easier to carry 

[Jacko45]

17 minutes ago, snailcheeks said:

Anyone have a good recommendation for single self inflating mat? Thinking it will be easier to carry 

 

This is stupidly light / small and easy to pack.

 

It's also very very comfortable.

 

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Trekology-Camping-Mat-Sleeping-Mattress/dp/B07N4KK854?th=1

 

and blow it up with this diddy thing too:

 

https://www.amazon.co.uk/FLEXTAILGEAR-Portable-Rechargeable-Pump-Quick-Mattress/dp/B088TC5TRM/ref=sr_1_7?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.fLYAPunhwHxgxpVTpAT2mf9wTy9tAS09tfN5Ned5hxyUnDBI7X5UUGcb4VKKj00BKJxeNnK96gdvfvQcSJoiLd68U9ThgXLZuW7EZYe5JHLaZT0K0NLq750SK1zKlI-F65UvbGsTwtW4b1VPmy7HGyr9yGQDfLPJqehRFhKsTb4IPDSQcxat9U25oikh2FLccmtX2i_yvsKmcSqSQaMHcUbz47131QDHjlfs8rf6HZJG2az0esJIj7rIvWPyNcsObsvuDVHKeCQ1ArlNSTtJ07P53Wz4zTb2Zdp9fwLm9Dk.x69pOhwitWTgG0GiX4xEQyp6mzRbHeTwvSjwuTwCpq8&dib_tag=se&keywords=tiny+pump&qid=1716929886&sr=8-7

[CaledonianGonzo]

Thermalite Pro-rest is the don mat

Edited May 28 by CaledonianGonzo

[MrHew]

44 minutes ago, Jacko45 said:

 

This is stupidly light / small and easy to pack.

 

It's also very very comfortable.

 

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Trekology-Camping-Mat-Sleeping-Mattress/dp/B07N4KK854?th=1

 

and blow it up with this diddy thing too:

 

https://www.amazon.co.uk/FLEXTAILGEAR-Portable-Rechargeable-Pump-Quick-Mattress/dp/B088TC5TRM/ref=sr_1_7?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.fLYAPunhwHxgxpVTpAT2mf9wTy9tAS09tfN5Ned5hxyUnDBI7X5UUGcb4VKKj00BKJxeNnK96gdvfvQcSJoiLd68U9ThgXLZuW7EZYe5JHLaZT0K0NLq750SK1zKlI-F65UvbGsTwtW4b1VPmy7HGyr9yGQDfLPJqehRFhKsTb4IPDSQcxat9U25oikh2FLccmtX2i_yvsKmcSqSQaMHcUbz47131QDHjlfs8rf6HZJG2az0esJIj7rIvWPyNcsObsvuDVHKeCQ1ArlNSTtJ07P53Wz4zTb2Zdp9fwLm9Dk.x69pOhwitWTgG0GiX4xEQyp6mzRbHeTwvSjwuTwCpq8&dib_tag=se&keywords=tiny+pump&qid=1716929886&sr=8-7

That does look really comfy! Pretty low R rating though so might not be enough insulation for my old bones 

[Jacko45]

8 hours ago, MrHew said:

That does look really comfy! Pretty low R rating though so might not be enough insulation for my old bones 

 

You'll be absolutely fine, I've used it in winter. 

 

Just get a foil mat to go underneath if you're worried, they also cost peanuts :) 

[gooner1990]

On 5/3/2024 at 9:07 AM, EavisAintDead said:

I've got one like this but they have got really very expensive - have a look at their full range - every osprey product I've bought has been really high quality with great zips and has been really comfy

 

 

Have just ordered this, Blacks had a further 10% off so got it for £246 inc delivery.

[Glastonbury101]

Do people mean specifically this fresh & black model? And if so has anyone had issues with poles breaking/tent strength - a lot of the reviews complain about it..

Thanks! 🙂

https://www.decathlon.co.uk/p/camping-tent-mh100-3-p-freshandblack/_/R-p-313085?mc=8576111&c=white_blue_green&utm_term=8576111-2963895&gclsrc=aw.ds&&utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=google&utm_campaign=gb_t-intbra_ct-shopp_n-pb-terms_ts-pro_f-cv_o-roas_spd-msp_spu-msp_sp-msp_pt-pb_pnl-com_l-en_pp-gads_bm-roa_pr-cpc_&utm_term=_n-pb-terms_ts-pro_spd-msp_spu-msp_sp-msp_pt-pb_l-en_LowPerf&keyword=&network=g&placement=&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwjeuyBhBuEiwAJ3vuob5NPNZ7FvFwYorcyrkDX7R8gYtTIj0TcCTKQNOv1QT6KLO5Wxu9gxoCSGAQAvD_BwE

[Helsbels]

On 5/28/2024 at 12:33 PM, Jacksamthompson said:

Once you go Fresh and Black you dont go back. 

My other half couldn't go last minute last year (due to a bereavement) so I borrowed a mates pop up fresh and black and I'm absolutely gutted to be going back to our much larger and hotter tent this year

[Helsbels]

45 minutes ago, Glastonbury101 said:

Do people mean specifically this fresh & black model? And if so has anyone had issues with poles breaking/tent strength - a lot of the reviews complain about it..

Thanks! 🙂

https://www.decathlon.co.uk/p/camping-tent-mh100-3-p-freshandblack/_/R-p-313085?mc=8576111&c=white_blue_green&utm_term=8576111-2963895&gclsrc=aw.ds&&utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=google&utm_campaign=gb_t-intbra_ct-shopp_n-pb-terms_ts-pro_f-cv_o-roas_spd-msp_spu-msp_sp-msp_pt-pb_pnl-com_l-en_pp-gads_bm-roa_pr-cpc_&utm_term=_n-pb-terms_ts-pro_spd-msp_spu-msp_sp-msp_pt-pb_l-en_LowPerf&keyword=&network=g&placement=&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwjeuyBhBuEiwAJ3vuob5NPNZ7FvFwYorcyrkDX7R8gYtTIj0TcCTKQNOv1QT6KLO5Wxu9gxoCSGAQAvD_BwE

I'd personally go for the 3 man pop up version

[gooner1990]

3 hours ago, Helsbels said:

My other half couldn't go last minute last year (due to a bereavement) so I borrowed a mates pop up fresh and black and I'm absolutely gutted to be going back to our much larger and hotter tent this year

Buy a fresh and black?

[Helsbels]

12 hours ago, gooner1990 said:

Buy a fresh and black?

We can't afford to be buying a new tent atm and we have a really good larger one already

[Pabboe]

17 hours ago, Glastonbury101 said:

Do people mean specifically this fresh & black model? And if so has anyone had issues with poles breaking/tent strength - a lot of the reviews complain about it..

Thanks! 🙂

https://www.decathlon.co.uk/p/camping-tent-mh100-3-p-freshandblack/_/R-p-313085?mc=8576111&c=white_blue_green&utm_term=8576111-2963895&gclsrc=aw.ds&&utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=google&utm_campaign=gb_t-intbra_ct-shopp_n-pb-terms_ts-pro_f-cv_o-roas_spd-msp_spu-msp_sp-msp_pt-pb_pnl-com_l-en_pp-gads_bm-roa_pr-cpc_&utm_term=_n-pb-terms_ts-pro_spd-msp_spu-msp_sp-msp_pt-pb_l-en_LowPerf&keyword=&network=g&placement=&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwjeuyBhBuEiwAJ3vuob5NPNZ7FvFwYorcyrkDX7R8gYtTIj0TcCTKQNOv1QT6KLO5Wxu9gxoCSGAQAvD_BwE

I’ve got that model and it’s great, highly recommend it. Also had the pop up version that was fine in the mud in 2016. No issues with poles/tent strength at all

[dondo]

1 hour ago, Helsbels said:

We can't afford to be buying a new tent atm and we have a really good larger one already

Decathlon do hire tents

 

https://www.decathlon.co.uk/Rental_lp-KT9YYO

[irnkrtn]

7 hours ago, Helsbels said:

We can't afford to be buying a new tent atm and we have a really good larger one already

Borrow the smaller one, sleep in that, put your stuff in the bigger one! 

[snailcheeks]

Pop up blackout from decathlon 3 person is the business. Used numerous times

[IFinallyGotATicket]

36 minutes ago, snailcheeks said:

Pop up blackout from decathlon 3 person is the business. Used numerous times

I feel like this tent should be pinned at the top of this thread , seems unanimous unless for the families 

Edited June 2 by IFinallyGotATicket

[Kaboom Boxer]

On 5/3/2024 at 8:45 AM, EavisAintDead said:

Day bags or full size ones? I would recommend osprey for both - I really like their air frame backs 

I’ll take day bag suggestions if you’ve got any. 

[gooner1990]

8 hours ago, Helsbels said:

We can't afford to be buying a new tent atm and we have a really good larger one already

Worth the money in the long run if you ask me 

[Metal Monkey]

2 hours ago, irnkrtn said:

Borrow the smaller one, sleep in that, put your stuff in the bigger one! 

I use my 3 man fresh and black festival tent as a bedroom in my big tent on family holidays. It means the kids don’t wake up at silly o’clock and I get a lie in! 

[EavisAintDead]

13 hours ago, Kaboom Boxer said:

I’ll take day bag suggestions if you’ve got any. 

I would look at Osprey, Alpkit, Quecha and Kavu if you want something a bit funkier

[EavisAintDead]

On 6/1/2024 at 5:59 PM, gooner1990 said:

 

Have just ordered this, Blacks had a further 10% off so got it for £246 inc delivery.

"Hiked" down to a cricket club do last weekend with a few chairs and an awning in the bag, felt really heavy to pick up but so effortless once it was on my back - I hope you love it!