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By: Veronisyellow Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2007 Rating:  Date: 24/06/2008
We bought this tent after a truly awful camping holiday May 2007 when our old tent was totally trashed in the bad weather. We had to return home early and spent the rest of our holiday researching and looking for a new tent. We saw the Norfolk Lake erected at an outdoor display and were completely bowled over by the size and quality of the tent. We have been away in the tent twice so far and have experienced high winds and heavy rain. The tent has been as solid as a rock. We've experienced a little damp around a couple of the windows during wet weather and I think that this has been caused by the external plastic zip covers not covering the zips properly because we have not ensured that they are smoothed out. The space inside the tent is awesome and the size of the tent needs to be borne in mind when booking pitches. The fabric is great quality and the zips are heavy duty. The ZIG is excellent quality and keeps out unwelcome bugs. We use a footprint to keep the ZIG clean and we also use the tent carpet which ensures that the living area is snug - it's great to be able to walk around in bare feet and have warm feet. The front of the tent is great for storage etc. - loads of room. Outwell now do a side canopy but I think it would be much better if they manufactured a canopy for the front to keep out wind and rain when the front is open. The tent stays cool in warm weather and is cosy in cold weather. When it is windy the tent is not noisy. There are lots of storage pockets in the bedroom pods and for the untility area. The devider between the living and utility area has a number of combinations through creative use of the zips available. Each windown has no see um mesh and curtains and again, these can be used in combinations that suit your taste. Ventilation is great and adjustable. We would not sleep more than two adults in each sleeping pod and have not used the sleeping pod in the living area but can see that it would be preferable to leave it out and sleep people in the living area without it. It takes two of us about an hour to get the tent completely erected with pods and zig in. We have received shed loads of positive comments about the tent. All Outwell tents come with doormat and external thermometer - doormat is actually quite useful but thermometer? Not so sure. All in all a fantastic tent which I love.
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By: Tigang Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2008 Rating: Date: 12/06/2008
Having suffered the May bank holiday wind and rain in a Coleman Darwin we decided to invest in something a little more substantial as a family tent.
Although the Darwin stayed up while other tents around us crumpled, the sheer noise from the polyester flapping around did not make for restful sleep, so we started to look at polycotton. We saw the Outwell Bear Lake up at a camping shop and were immediately impressed by the spacious living area, quality polycotton flysheet and (importantly for a tunnel design) the full-length side-bracing poles that keep the tent from 'concertinaring' in heavy wind.
Deciding that the Bear Lake was a little too small we opted for the Norfolk Lake and for ฃ50 more (based on the deals we could strike) we got a lot more tent! We erected it at home and found it surprisingly easy for two. The only bit that took the time was zipping in the ZIG (like the other reviewer we also opted for a footprint groundsheet in addition) and handing up the sleeping pods. That said, we managed to strike the tent with everything attached; you end up with a very large, heavy roll that needs two to lift, but Outwell's flysheet bag is purposely made oversize to easily accomodate it.
I agree that the additional sleeping pod does detract from the spaciousness of the living area, but it is so easy to take down during the day and store in one of the other sleeping areas.
For those buying the additional footprint groundsheet, it is worth noting that the footprint only covers the ZIG and not the front porch, so when pitching start with the back of the tent flush with the footprint so that the pegs holding the front of the ZIG just miss the other end of the footprint rather than going through it. The porch of the tent has an additional custom-shaped 'hook-on' groundsheet, perfect for storing the meddy wellies etc. The latter had a sewn-on hook missing and Outwell are on the case.
Overall, very impressed so far with the superb design and build quality. We'll post a review update once we've really put it through its paces.
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By: Spideygirl Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2007 Rating: Date: 10/05/2008
We bought this tent originally in 2006, but due to a couple of little problems had it replaced in 2007. So we have used it for 6 trips in all kinds of weather.
We have the found this tent to be excellent quality, the fabric is a breathable polycotton and the poles are made of a light weight alloy. After a couple of practice pitches we can now pitch this tent with in the hour. It goes up really easily and we manage it between the two of us. We do use a footprint ground sheet to protect the inside of the tent as it has a ZIG, The ZIG has very chunky zips and is made of a heavy weight material. So no real need for a footprint other than to keep it dry on the inside while pitching.
The layout is perfect for us, but we do not use the third bedroom. We found when that is fitted it turns into a corridor more than a living space. So when my in-laws join us they are more than happy to sleep in the main living area and store the bedding in the one of the pods during the day. It is great having the separate porch for all the messy stuff and it iholds a lot. The main living area is very cosy on rainy days. The only problem we found with this tent is the sloping front door in bad weather. This tends to flap in when opened bringing lots of wet with you. We got around that by using an Outwell side canopy (the old style) as a front porch. This works really well and allows us to open the door on rainy days.
We have been through all weathers with this tent and it did not budge. We had strong winds, rain and even hale stones!
So to conclude I would not change anything about this tent, we love the style, quality and layout.
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Manufacturer's Description
The manufacturer has advised that this model has been discontinued.
With sleeping accommodation for up to 8 persons in its 3 + 3 inner tents across one end, plus a
removable 2-berth inner, the amazing Norfolk Lake makes a truly spacious holiday home. The full
zip-out groundsheet provides maximum protection from the elements, insects and floor draughts in
the enclosed bedroom and living area, and helps make housekeeping a cinch. The Norfolk is easy to
pitch, uses aluminium poles throughout, and remains stable in adverse conditions. Other strong selling points include the detachable groundsheet in the front living area, the large front door that doubles as a canopy, the additional half-opening entrance, and a wide range of sophisticated and carefully crafted Outwell details. Norfolk Lake is a wise choice for a large family that wants reliable quality and comfort.
Specifications:
Flysheet: Outtexฎ Airtech
Inner tent: Polycotton
Floor: PVC Tarpaulin
Pack size: Tent: 35 x 103 cm / Poles: 35 x 102 cm
Weight: Tent: 34.8 kg / Poles: 32.3 kg
Poles: Alloy poles #6063, 22 mm, 2 upright steel poles
Features:
Detachable bathtub groundsheet for porch area
Organiser pockets
Full length mesh pockets in the inner tents
Lamp holder and light cable tidies
Reinforcement patch on all stress points
Adjustable pegging points
Luminous guy ropes
Heavy duty Outwell zips
Outwell doormat included
Optional Extras:
Kids Room
Carpet
Footprint
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