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By: Two_in_a_tent Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2007 Rating:  Date: 13/04/2009
We have owned 2 of this model of tent. The first one, which we had pitched perhaps 6 times previously, suffered during extremely high winds at a coastal site in 2006 - We had to pitch windbreaks either side of the pitch in order to provide shelter whilst pitching the tent or we literally couldn't get it to stay upright. We think the fact that we had so much difficulty pitching might have resulted in a slightly contorted structure which may have contributed to the shattered porch pole - the porch end of the tent was being repeatedly flattened by the wind during the night. The strain put on the tent also tore a couple of rivets out of the porch groundsheet. It's worth mentioning that the winds also snapped 2 of the metal windbreak poles, so it really was quite violent!
I sent the tent off to the Vango repair centre, and 4 weeks later we received a brand new tent as a replacement. Can't ask fairer than that I suppose. And the newer version seems to have better reinforced rivets which we have had no problems with.
We usually use this tent for short breaks in good weather, as it is easy to pitch (usually!) and has ample space for 2 and a dog to sleep in the inner tent, with plenty of room in the porch for a couple of chairs and a few boxes of kit. It stands up well to rain, we have never had a leak, although condensation does cause a problem in warm weather, producing wet patches and drips.
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By: Loopyli Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2007 Rating:  Date: 14/02/2009
This is a fantastic tent for the money - see pics I have posted. We were new to camping when we got it in 2007 and it's great. We are a family of 4, now 5 with young kids and I loved that fact that we could all sleep together, 2 double airbeds fit in the space perfectly. It takes about 15 mins to put up and we have never had any probs with it. Bit small now as they grow older but great for weekends.
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By: WitchEcho Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2007 Rating:  Date: 19/01/2009
We bought this tent late last summer and have so far done a couple of long weekends in it. As camping novices we were impressed with how easy and quick it is to pitch this tent, it took two of us about 30 minutes (though we had received over the phone pointers from our experienced brother-in-law!). It stands up very well to wet weather, we had two very wet spells over the two weekends, no leaks at all, the benefit of the bathtub groundsheet in the porch area was plain to see.
I agree with other comments that it doesn't stand up to strong winds well. We will have to replace two sections of two different poles before we go camping again in April. Anglesey's wind flattened the front of the tent completely on our last trip. However if you pitch in sheltered areas you should never have a problem.
In terms of space it is perfect for 2 adults, especially as you can stand up in the bedroom. I could see being able to squeeze 4 adults into the bedroom but not in the living/porch area, I would say 3 adults maximum.
Overall we love this tent and won't be replacing it until this one either gives up in a few years time, or we need more space.
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By: Yorkie123 Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2005 Rating: Date: 28/12/2008
Had this tent for 3 years now and it's been used 8 times, sleeping a family of 4 (2 adults & 2 kids under 8). It has been in some heavy rain and strong winds on occasions and has withstood it all. Not once have we got wet inside the tent in all the rain.
If your looking for a good family starter tent and your a small family like we were then you can't go wrong with this one. Now the kids are older and bigger they now want more space so now looking for a bigger tent, but the wife and I will still use this one for the two of us.
With 2 of us it normally takes 15-20mins to put up, and on your own about half hour.
The only problem we had was with the front porch pole wich shattered this year due to the front of the tent was facing into the wind(we had no wind when we arrived at the camp site) but it was soon repaired with electrical tape and is good as new.
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By: Mitchum44 Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2007 Rating: Date: 06/10/2008
Brand new to camping and after a lot of research, we bought this tent and we are delighted with our choice,(there is only the two of us) cheap to buy £80.00 online, easy to pitch, good head height in the large bedroom area, decent living space (for 2), we bought the tent in August and have managed 5 weekends away in varying weather conditions including heavy rain, no problems so far, we have recently bought the large canopy for the additional room so that we can use it for longer breaks as well as weekends, I have knocked one star off due to the porch poles bending in the winds it has been exposed to, although it has stood up to some fairly strong gusts.
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By: Cardi Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2007 Rating: Date: 02/10/2008
Superb tent water proof, suits 2 adults for comfort camped for a week took heavy rain and strong wind in its stride as long as it is pegged using power pegs I find the yellow plastic pegs do the job. It is stable in all weather.
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By: Raf48 Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2008 Rating: Date: 21/09/2008
I have just returned from my first trip using this tent.
The exact model is a Venture/Tamor 500, and must be the very latest version. In fact I can't find an image the same as my tent!
I am really responding to some previous comments, and assume that this is an up dated version, that addresses some of the old problems.(I hope)
Firstly mine has a finishing strip hiding where the inner tent fixings are. Secondly the poles only run through sleeves in the roof section, then there are three clips to each leg which are clipped on after the tent is errected. I actually chose my tent because of the pole thickness 13mm which appeared thicker than two other tents on show with the same type of design. Perhaps they have been up graded because of earlier wind problems.
I bought this tent as a smaller spare that we take on holiday in case the weather is forecast to rain on the last day or so. The idea being that we can use this smaller version and pack our big tent away dry, as there is no where to do this at home.
There was no wind, so don't yet know if this version will cope better than the older ones.
I have only given nine out of ten for the following two reasions.
There is an eyebrow pole over the front of the inner tent to hold a better curve. This is tensioned via a black webbing strap, which goes accross the inner tent doors bellow the door level. Only a couple of inches, but as the step into the inner is high, I found it to be a bit like hurdelling, (head down legs up)
This is easily remedied by a short length of cord with a hook each end. Once the tent is up, I just hooked it over the middle inner tent clip and lifted the strap about two inches and hooked it on. The strap is now just above door level.
The second thing, is lack of a forward facing window.
The are small windows either side of the front door, but I like to look forward, that's why I pitch the tent that way. (Always allowing for weather that is).
Instead of fitting two windows in the side panels, they could have fitted just one, and had a better out look.
All that said though I am very pleased with it and look forward to my next short camping trip when this will be my tent of choice to take.
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By: Drog Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2006 Rating:  Date: 11/09/2008
Second posting: Once again I have been let down by this tent. The wind this August, in the Forest of Dean, was fairly strong, but not gale force, and for the second time the pole in the front hoop has shredded, in spite of crossing guylines. With modification to the poles this would be a great tent.
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By: Bertie34 Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2008 Rating: Date: 21/08/2008
Just got home from a 3 night break with my 3 kids(left hubby at home!). Its easy to pitch and has a large bedroom which was plenty big enough for 4 with space at the end for your bags and junk! I presume that space is for the 5th person and if you like it very cosy then you could squeeze in! The living area managed to accommodate 4 people but there isnt room for cooking etc.(we have a large vango sun canopy that fits to the front for extra space and adds ample space for sitting etc if needed (a real bargain from ebay at £27!)The dividing curtain can be easily taken out and the kids enjoyed us all piled in together.
We had lots of heavy rain and not a single drip so its waterproof. The bedroom was very warm despite its height and having an alternative door is a great idea if its getting muddy around your pitch. Not encountered strong winds but it was gusty and didnt move.
My only gripe is that the slope at the front makes getting in and out in the rain tricky if no canopy is in place.
I loved this tent and cant wait to use it again. It packs away into a holdall sized bag and leaves loads of space in the boot so is ideal for dashing off for a few days .But the family tent will still be used for longer stays!.
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By: Hairywol Reason: I've used one Made in: 2008 Rating:  Date: 18/08/2008
Borrowed this tent from friends for a weekend - didn't need the size of our own Vermont.
Biggest plus is that it's big enough to stand up in - great for getting dressed - for little more than a 3 or 4 man bivvy tent.
The tent pitches outer first (for which we were thankful), but then a really useful full-size inner hangs from toggles, including a bathtub groundsheet for the porch area. The outer is pitched very quickly using only three flexible poles, but pegging the guys needs to be done carefully if maximum rigidity is to be achieved. The poles in my view could be thicker and more robust.
The bedroom area divides into two using a detachable nylon partition, but the whole space is very useful. As with nearly all tents, it would be very tight for the advertised five inhabitants, but two or three is fine.
Thr porch area is a useful size with two entrances, the easiest to use of which is the side door, again comfortable for a couple.
We had wind, which the tent withstood adequately (poles did flex quite a lot) rather than splendidly, and hammering rain which it withstood splendidly (nary a drop penetrated any seam). The next morning we did have some sunshine and the Venture was first to dry out - handy for avoiding the tent-over-the-bannister scenario.
I liked the tent for its ease of use and space-for-money; the only reason it lost three stars were the too-bendy poles.
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Manufacturer's Description
This is a classic small family dome tent with and extended porch area that forms the main living space. The Vango Venture 500 also features excellent head height throughout, a large front panel door and a side 'J' door for in/out flexibility. The PE groundsheet (5000mm hydrostatic head) is completely detachable for ease of cleaning however, when in place inside the tents, the 'riser' trim of the groundsheet will ensure that it will exclude the worst of the elements.
The bedroom, although advertised as a 5-berth will more comfortably sleep four - and there is a divider curtain down the centre for of the bedrooms for privacy. Other features include, two 'Crystal Clear' windows with internal covers, multiple vents, a Protex 3000 durable polyester flysheet (3000mm hydrostatic head), taped seams, colour coded poles and continuous pole sleeves, flysheet first pitching, breathable polyester inner with mesh vents, Powerflex poles, storage pockets, lantern hanging point, carry bag, repair kit. Flame retardant throughout.
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