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Don't expect to do this too often but have just bought the tent to take the "smalls" camping.

Have seen a few posts and watched the video on the Vango site ( my one arrived bent in the tent ) that mention when first putting the dome up to be careful about the weight on the first pole.

Anyone got in tips as I've yet to try putting it up.

Thanks

RibTime

Umm. How small are your kids? That first pole really is going to have to take one heck of a weight of canvas. Even a medium sized child can give it a bit of support.

Have to say, I wouldn`t fancy tackling a Colorado 800 on my own, even in a flat calm. I`m not saying I couldn`t do it, but it would be a struggle. And that`s with 30 years of tent erection behind me plus an intimate knowledge of my own 1200. However, I am only 5`4".......