VANGO APOLLO 500 DOME TENT. 1ST LOOK AND PITCHING

An Amazon bargain. A 5 person tent for £116. Quick look at what`s included and a full pitching video. Plus a look around inside and out, and initial thoughts.

[@garethdixon6484]

Nice one Peter, enjoyed watching you fighting with the new tent. Off to kip now

[@peteonthemove]

Thanks mate

[@GarethZoeWildcamps]

Looks a belter mate 👍 Hope to see you in it soon. I'll bring lube....

[@julesstone7990]

I have just subscribed :) Thank you for showing this. I am looking for a tent to take my two Grandsons camping but I think this may be too complicated to put up on my own. I have the Vango Ark 400 which I have used for years but unfortunately it has been discontinued. I shall keep looking! x

[@peteonthemove]

Hi Jules. Thanks for that. I think it should be easier next time. But I understand what you mean. I have a 1st test coming next week when I'm camping with some mates in the Lake District. Video to follow.

[@djftremblay5895]

Pete, i have 2 questions: How does it handle in strong winds? How does it handle heavy rain? Great review 👏

[@peteonthemove]

Hiya. Thanks for that. Just got back from a wildcamp and also a campsite camp in the Apollo. Firstly, I`m not in a position to vouch for it in the wind. We haven`t really encountered that yet. But I would say that the way it`s constructed and the amount of guy points, would make me confident it could handle it well. Had a good downpour last night, and it handled it fine. I would expect it though. Vango tend to make decent gear for the money, plus it`s basically new. Hope that helps a bit.

[@ThomasODuffy]

I have one of these - used for say 30 days of camping in different conditions. It handles all conditions well so far - but it hasn't been in crazy winds. The only issue with rain is that when you open the door, water can dribble into the front porch area - but the sleeping area has stayed dry. I've had loads of tents over the years and really like this one. It is ideal for, say, a couple, with stuff, camping at an event. There is room for a double mattress and bags either side.... then for two. people to sit in the porch. I really like mine.

[@peteonthemove]

@ThomasODuffy Yeah I found that too Thomas. I had to be really careful, and shut the door right after I got out of the tent. Thanks for the comment 👍

[@jimmybradshaw7315]

Great video - thanks! Looking to replace my old Vango Sigma 300 (which I love) - after watching this video,I think this may be a little bit excessive for me and the missus... perhaps the Hurricane 300 may be more suitable.

[@camptube7621]

Nice one Pete 👍🏻

[@peteonthemove]

Thanks for that. G&Z mentioned it this morning 👍

[@camptube7621]

@@peteonthemove pleasure bud. Took mine ours last week for 4 nights. Amazing tent and incredibly sturdy when properly pitched.

[@peteonthemove]

@camptube7621 looking forward to getting out in it mate. Really pleased you like it 👍

[@camptube7621]

@@peteonthemove you’ll love it pal. Sturdiest tent I have ever used.