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49 Reviews of the Atakama 5 Showing 01 to 10 Page:
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By: Mr Moo Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2011 Rating:  Date: 01/01/2012
Bought this tent on a trip to go outdoors having gone for completely different things, and with absolutely no intention whatsoever of buying a tent. We live on a narrow boat and went for completely different gear. Anyway, we came home with a tent we hadn't seen put up, a mattress, 2 sleeping bags and various other 'cant manage without' items. New Years day was spend dodging the rain and putting up said tent having reliably told everyone in the pub the night before that we were going to a certified (mad) location next day. Well, we didn't go but only spent 1 hour putting the tent up. We were amazed by the size, which is odd, because it clearly displays this information on the bag.But we had seen it erected! Easy to put up for 2 novices, and easy to collapse and put back in 't bag. Trip planned for 3 weeks time to a different certified (mad) location, cos we forgot to phone and cancel the one we booked yesterday!
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By: Mpeapell Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2011 Rating: Date: 13/09/2011
Message @XJRman.
I've just bought one of these second hand based on the reviews. I think it's a great tent, however I did have an issue getting the front taught - I just couldn't.
I think it may have been an issue with the web straps - they are all only connected at one end and I can't see how to get them connected the other end so that the tent can go up square with the correct distance side to side. This means that the front porch area (with the windows) is a bit baggy. I've made do for this current camping trip (due to resetting about five times and getting stressed, LOL!) but some advice for next time would be appreciated.
This all said, it's a great tent and ideal for weekend trips - not too big, but big enough! (Bit tight getting five in though, but that's the case with all birth gradings on any tent I guess).
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By: Bavscot Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2011 Rating:  Date: 04/09/2011
We got this tent as we are nearly total novices and as they say 'the price was right'. We got the tent in the sales and can only sing it's praises. Despite both having the camping equivalent of two left feet, we found the tent very easy to erect. Despite all the rain and wind the weather gods could throw at us (West coast of Scotland), we stayed completely dry.The tent was stable throughout our stay. Only complaint the side door has no Midge netting (essential in Scotland). All in all a great tent for beginners and with additions,(see photos above), also a keeper.
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By: DMc68 Reason: I've used one Made in: 2011 Rating: Date: 26/08/2011
Used this tent for a recent 2 night trip with 2 kids (3 of us in total).
Tent spacious enough and comfortable. Easy enough to erect - a bit tricky with the 'assistance' of 2 small kids but would have been a breeze with 2 adults. Most difficult bit is raising the dome and would recommend someone does this from inside.
Weather was mixed over the weekend with rain and winds (about 15 mph). Tent stayed dry and didn't move about in the wind though was a bit noisy as the front flapped a bit in the wind. Porch area ok for 2-3 but you'd need some form of extension or gazebo for a living area for 4-5. Also sleeping area would accommodate 5 but on mats and not air beds.
All in all not a bad tent and at £99 you can't complain. Don't think it'll last me 10 years but quality seems good enough to get a good couple of years. Really at this price it is near disposable tent!
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By: XJRman Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2011 Rating: Date: 18/08/2011
If you have a problem with wind then you have put it up wrong. If you cant get it up in less than 15-20 mins then you are doing it wrong. SEE BELOW for pitching guide. (I will post on you tube soon) We bought it as a smaller tent for our weekend tent and it is absolutely brilliant for the price. It is a HI-Gear so go-outdoors own brand. Wait till it is available in their numerous sales. £49-£79 the RRP is for marketing purposes only.
PITCHING INSTRUCTIONS
1) Peg rear pin rings into ground, webs determine the distance.
2) Thread poles through main dome sleeves but not the front pole (The one with Grey Joiner)
Yet)Put rear ring pins into poles.
4)Raise tent (easier if assistant goes inside although possible on own)
5) Put in front pins (easy if the material is properly free and not catching on the poles) and peg rings.
6)If windy set upwind guys first.
7) Make sure dome webs are square.
8)Front pole through sleeve, pin and guy.
9) Attach inner tent. Front attached groundsheet determines the shape of the front area, leaves about 3 to 4 inches of grass showing (YOU EITHER LOVE THIS OR HATE IT). The only niggle.
10) Re-set front shape and peg,
11)Peg the rest of the sod cloths. Guys and dome into position.
12) Enjoy a good nights sleep in a tent that is STABLE in winds and Very good in rain.
For the price excellent.
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By: Campingted Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2011 Rating:  Date: 23/07/2011
Used for six weeks on only a few occasions and had 2 broken poles, 2 ripped seams and one time where one side collapsed in the wind. When the first pole broke after second time used, we went back to GoOutdoors and were told it was our own fault because we couldn't have put the tent up properly. OK if you can get the tent cheap enough but definitely not expected to last. We are planning a week trip and have bought a new much better quality tent as we can't trust this one
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By: Thumpertwinkle Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2011 Rating: Date: 10/07/2011
Great tent for the price. First tent purchase to use for myself, husband and two year old son. Plenty of space, much more than we expected. Initially we had a problem erecting it, not a fault of the tent, it was us who are novices but we have learned from our mistake, we had the guy ropes pulled to tight and the tent twisted out of shape. Loved the sleeping area. My only downside is the living area is not a sewn in groundsheet but what do you expect for the price, it is a lot of tent for the money and I would recommend.
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By: Barney2011 Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2011 Rating:  Date: 04/07/2011
This is our third tent in a few months 1st too small 2nd manufacturer problems, this tent gets top marks.
Easy enough to put up and plenty of space for the two of us. On an evening it was cold but there was plenty of room in the porch for our 2 chairs and table.
Says its sleeps 5 that would a bit too cosy for my liking, 3 could sleep comfortable.
It didn't rain when we were away so cant comment on the waterproof rating. Tent appeared to be on good quality and plenty of pockets for storage.
Would recommend this tent to others
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By: Bribie66 Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2010 Rating: Date: 06/06/2011
Like many of the other reviewers, I too bought mine from Go Outdoors for a bargain price. I used this site to decide on my tent and am so glad I did that. I used my tent for the first time in August 2010 in Scotland. I have never pitched a tent and it’s the first time I’ve camped as an adult so I am a true novice. The instructions were very poor and thankfully I got help from a fellow camper when putting it up for the first time and second time. The second time simply because I was near the ocean and the wind was pretty bad. Overall, it is dead easy to put up once you actually know what to do. The only difficulty was getting the pins in a couple of the sides. I thought the pole would snap and my fingers would snap when trying to get the last few pins in. Once in though, it was fine. We had gale force winds and torrential rain on our first night and the tent was still in one piece in the morning. More torrential rain and winds followed a few days later when we were near the coast and the tent did allow a few drips in. However, given how much rain hit the tent and the fact I don’t think I did everything perfectly in setting it up, I didn’t mind as I think it was more about the user opposed to the tent. I am 5’8 and found the tent comfortable to walk around in – no crouching and crawling around which was bliss. With just two of us, this tent is perfect for the not so great camping days as we were able to get our table and chairs in comfortably to the front section and could eat and play games in comfort. The sleeping section is excellent because it kept 100% of the midges out due to the net like interior section. The net section also allowed air in so it was not sweltering like other tents which don’t have an inner skin. The sleeping area is spacious and we got the double air bed in with plenty of space left for rolling off the airbed in the morning and for food boxes and bags of clothes etc. The option of having two entrances is excellent as we kept the front section open during the day so we could look out from the comfort of the front section of the tent and used the side section to come in and out during the night. The window flaps on the front of the tent which zip open from the inside allow you decide whether you want privacy or not. It’s nice to have that first thing in the morning and at night. There is gauze like vent on the front panel of the tent and we found this useful for during the day because we could keep the tent ventilated while out and about without having to come back to a tent like a sauna. There is also a vent at the back of the tent and both are zipped up and down from the outside. I would totally recommend this tent and can’t wait for our next camping trip. It may seem a little luxurious to have a big tent for 2 people but if you are away for a few days it makes all the difference having space to live in and enjoy – camping does not have to be about a canvass cell - space and freedom is what it's about.
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By: Krazykamper Reason: I own(ed) one Made in: 2011 Rating: Date: 30/03/2011
Bought this from Go-Outdoors as a cheepo festival tent. Got it for the bargain price of fifty quid which you cant argue with. Very easy to pitch and can be done single handedly in around 20 mins. OK it does not have a SIG which we are used to but the bedroom pod is sewn in. Little storage pockets sewn into the bedroom pod and the living area. A few windows in the living area too which is great. Cant comment on the HH as it did not rain but going by the previous reviews it seems to hold up. All in all a great wee buy if you can pick it up at the price we paid. Don't however think it is worth its RRP of 170 notes.
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Manufacturer's Description
With large living /storage and sleeping areas, the Atakama 5 is ideal for families having a long weekend away, or any groups of campers who may need space to store gear and spread around.
It is a double skin tent, with the outer pitched first to keep things simple, and a breathable inner to keep you comfortable.
The outer flysheet is 190T PU coated polyester with taped seams and a hydrostatic head of 3000, meaning it's rugged enough to handle scrapes and waterproof enough to take the heaviest downpours.
For warmer conditions, the breathable inner and large side and front doors will make sure the inside is ventilated enough so you and your kit are not overheating. The front door can be extended out as a canopy using the steel porch poles, offering shelter from sun or showers.
The porch/living area has a pre-attached groundsheet, making it easy for you to keep a clear, clean space for furniture, bikes etc., and keeping the bedroom area draught-free.
For extra stability, the tent has pre-attached double guylines, so it will easily withstand any strong gusts of wind. The guylines themselves are bright and reflective, to help you to find the tent in the dark, and to stop other campers from tripping over them if you're in a busy campsite.
Other useful features include slick pole sleeves to aid pitching, fire-retardant fabrics, and large windows to allow maximum light in if you need it.
A simple, yet versatile tent for easy group camping.
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