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Subject Topic: 1st time gelert vector 8
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01/9/2011 at 10:42pm
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Hi All

I just thought that I would show pics of my 1st ever camping trip.

equipment gelert vector 8

I would like constructive criticism on my pitching please.

I know something was wrong as the part of the canopy that goes over the tent was pulling down on the tent and also covered some of the window.

 



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02/9/2011 at 1:02am
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Well afterscrolling sideways for ages  to look at your posting. it seems like your canopy is too far to the left on the poles. It looks like the poles should be equal distances out of the sleeves. and maybe if you tighten the straps that run underneath, across the floor, it may lift the canopy and bring the sides in more. 

i would also think about insulating underneath your body in the aribed to stop the cold rising in the night.



02/9/2011 at 1:38am
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Can't comment on the tent as I never had one of these but LOVE the lamp...twilight zone


02/9/2011 at 7:59am
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Quote: Originally posted by bungly on 01/9/2011

Hi All

I just thought that I would show pics of my 1st ever camping trip.

equipment gelert vector 8

I would like constructive criticism on my pitching please.

I know something was wrong as the part of the canopy that goes over the tent was pulling down on the tent and also covered some of the window.

 

 

 

 

 



Post last edited on 01/09/2011 23:01:42

Hope you don't mind - Reformatted your post to make the pictures vertical.

Looking at the first picture, you haven't guyed out the right hand side of the main tent? 

The main guys for the right hand pole will make the tent more stable and keep shape. 

Personally I always open bedroom vents fully and guy them open as well to help with ventilation and reduce condensation...

More importantly - Did you have a good time?



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02/9/2011 at 8:42am
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We have a lamp too, lol!


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02/9/2011 at 8:44am
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Thanks for the info & thanks for putting my pictures vertical (I will try to get them right next time)

And yes we had a great time only went for 1 night to try out the tent hoping to go for longer end September Weather permitting.

If I can I will post pics of that for more comments until I get it right.


02/9/2011 at 9:03am
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Quote: Originally posted by bungly on 01/9/2011

 




Love this one, you look very comfy
Glad you enjoyed it, the tent pitching will get easier every time you do it.


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