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Hello

       Had an Aztec Galleria six for two years ,not happy with workmanship on the canopy seams and general leaking at seams on tent.

What are the best quality tents in terms of weatherproofing and general workmanship, I am looking for the 6-8 berth sector.

Please tell me what to avoid as well as what to buy.

Thanks Paul

Thanks for both the replies, I liked the aztec for looks and big open front that seemed to be a bit cooler in the hot weather than some tents. I have seen some tents recently where the poles are outside and the tent hangs on these and they look like they may stay in place when you take the tent down. Not a very good description but maybe someone knows what I mean.

I suppose what I want is no leaks and tears , fairley easy to put up , lots of room ,two or more seperate bedroom areas ,etc  .Basically something that won't leak in heavy rain.

Thanks Paul

For me it would have to be this but........

With curtains instead of an innertent you wont get much change from €3000 and with an inner it will be over €3000

Nice tent though and imho the best quality money can buy :)

Angie

Thanks people , I am thinking that the Cabanon is the rolls royce of tents along with the one from the NL recommended by Angie.

So far I think maybe I should buy a second/hand cabanon or a new outwell as mentioned by Andy.

Any more ideas welcome.

Many thanks Paul

If you can find an Outwell Norfolk Lake, (The big sister to the Arrow Lake) you will have an 8 berth polycotton tent that is versatile for living space, will easily fit on  most campsite pitch limits, very sturdy in wind and rain, and much cheaper new than the cbanons or DeWard tents.  however, If you can find a really decent quality 2nd hand cabanon, you really cant go wrong!!

Is the outwell norfolk lake better than the outwell vermont L and xl ?

Cheers Paul

It sounds good , how much would I expect to pay for one of those new or secondhand.

Thanks Paul

The best tent is the one you can afford and gets you and your family camping,I assume you have one if your looking for an 8 birth tent.

Cotton tents are regarded as the best but are a lot more money

Polycottons are again highly regarded

Polyester there are some cracking tents and designs and they are by far the most common tent out there.

The cotton and polycotton tents are quieter in the wind as they don't flap around , they are cooler on hot days and warmer at night , they are darker in the mornings due to the thicker materials , and normally are a lot better to holding up to bad weather . they will last you a lot longer if looked after properly they are safer to cook in (though its always a good idea to have a separate cooking tent).

So comming back to your question is the Norfolk lake better than the Vermont , the answer has got to be NO as both do the same job and will allow you to camp , but the Norfolk lake is made out of better material ,but it will also cost you nearly double the amount of money , some people think the money's worth it some don't I do as I have just bought a Norfolk Lake as well and to me its worth every penny.

As the saying goes you get what you pay for.

A new Norfolk Lake if you can get one will set you back the best part of £900 , secondhand ones are rare but do come up form time to time prices vary but you are still looking at £600 up I would imagine 

Thanks very much for all the replies and especially the last one from Pembpitcher which explains the vast difference in cost and why. All the replies have been very helpful and I think I know know that I will go for an Outwell .

The posters above are all very happy with their tents so what better recommendation. I will keep an eye out for the models mentioned and the best prices.

Cheers Paul

THIS would seem to fit the bill.

There's no doubt that the "Lakes" are all fantastic tents. The NL is the bigger brother of my Trout Lake and they are a versitle and well made peice of kit. Beware however, these babies are very heavy and take up a lot of space in the back of the car.

Quote: Originally posted by AngelicMinx on 09/10/2009

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For me it would have to be this but........

With curtains instead of an innertent you wont get much change from €3000 and with an inner it will be over €3000

Nice tent though and imho the best quality money can buy :)

Angie

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Angie- Oh man, you know how much I want that to be my next tent, doubt I will ever get one though at those prices!!