We just got our new Sun Valley 6 and put it up in the garden yesterday to check everything was well before our camping trip this weekend. Everything fine and the tent looks fab. Before I bought it, I asked the shop by email if it was definitely a 2007 model and they said yes. But there was a questionnaire inside the tent and it said to return it by September 2006 to get an Outwell torch or something or other. So presumably that means this is a 2006 model?!
Is there any difference between the two models? And should I be bothered whether this is one or the other?
Thanks.
Don't forget to leave a review of all tents you've used, for a chance to win fantastic prizes
I think that the outwell website lists in the description, whats new for 2007 so its worth a look
I think that they added small velcro strips by the guy points - to save you tying up guy ropes when putting away
Intuitively I can't believe there is that much difference - I have a SV8 from last year which I bought at the end of the season for £300 (instead of the £385) so was happy to take the discount rather than get a new 2007 model for more money just for a few improvements
Hi there - there are minimal differences between the two models - '07s have a temperature gauge and velco straps to tidy the guyropes up - if you haven't got these then it's '06 model
Thanks for your replies. I've put the tent away now so I can't check the temperature gauge, but I do remember that the guy ropes where in a knot, so I'm pretty sure it's the 2006 model. So my next question is, do you think it's worth going to the hassle of returning it and insisting on the 2007 model? I seem to remember reading somewhere that there were more problems with leaks in 2006. And presumably I should have paid less for an older model?
Don't forget to leave a review of all tents you've used, for a chance to win fantastic prizes
Actually, I rang the company I bought it from (outdoorworld) and it's no hassle at all to return it. They'll send a new tomorrow by courier and collect this one. Their customer service has been excellent so far.
Amazing family weekend with old steam engines, classic car displays, market stalls, and full catering and bar. And camping on site - Save £25 by booking in advance.
Topic: SV6 - 2006 or 2007 model?
