New for 2017 The Kobuk Valley Dome Tents with Blackout Bedrooms

New for 2017 , the Kobuk Valley range of Dome Tents , based on the Coleman Darwin Range of Tents the Kobuk Valley range now features a Blackout Bedroom together with Reflective Guylines , Rainskirts , Fibreglass Poles and ventilation , perfect for Festivals, backpacking & Hiking or just that spontaneous weekend! 

Available in 2, 3  and 4 Berth options the Kobuk Valley is a compact & relatively lightweight tent making it ideal for D of E Expeditions. 

The Kobuk Valley 3 plus weighs just 4.9kg and has a pack size of just 54 x 17 x 17cm , while the Kobuk Valley 4 plus  weighs just 6.2kg and has a pack size of 58 x 20 x 19cm. 

The revolutionary , patent pending Blackout bedroom blocks up to 99% of natural Daylight , making it the perfect tent for your festival trip this summer! 

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#BlackFriday @ IBEXCamping

Shop Black Friday @ IBEX Camping

To celebrate Black Friday 2016 we're giving all our lovely customers 15% off our entire website , simply enter BLACKFRIDAY during checkout ... that's 15% off everything even items already discounted! 

So why not take a peek at our website for 

some inspirational Christmas Gift ideas , Winter Clothing or perhaps that missing bit of kit ready for Spring 2017 :)

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New for 2016 From Coleman the Valdes Inflatable Tent - Air-Valdes 4

New for 2016, Coleman have launched their first range of inflatable Tents. The Fast Pitch Air - Valdes Tent is available in 4 sizes ... in this blog post we're going to talk about the FastPitch Air Valdes 4 

With Quick and Easy set up the Valdes 4 can be easily pitched by one person. A high pressure valve allows for simple inflation and deflation of the Inflatable TPU PE encapsulated poles. With a simple 3 step process ... Push in pin on valve and release , Inflate to 7PSI , Replace the Cap. 

The Fastpitch Air Valdes range has been expertly designed by Coleman to minimise effort and maximise living space& head Height. 

So whether your planning a weekend away of a family holiday the Coleman Fastpitch Air Valdes range offers a spacious tent with full head heigh , generous Blackout Bedrooms & the speed of an Air Frame. 

The Fastpitch Valdes 4 has 2 bedrooms , a traditional tunnel design tent maximises internal living space. Feature packed, with a ventilation system , rigid D door and roomy Blackout Bedrooms. Double Layer Doors allow for extra ventilation and reflective Guylines keeps everyone safe at night. 

The Fastpitch Air Valdes 4 weighs 18.5 kg , has a pitch size of 370 x 300cm , pack size 58 x 38 x 46cm and a H/H of 4000mm 

The Coleman Valdes range is arriving at IBEX Camping early March , you can pre-order yours before then for just £50 ... we'll invoice the balance once your order is ready for despatch.



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Happy New Year from the Team @ IBEX Camping

We'd like to wish everyone a very Happy New Year , the Team @ IBEX Camping have had  a busy few weeks uploading our 2016 Tent Range , with some great innovative Family Tents from Coleman +Royal Leisure and +Zempire Camping Equipment. 2016 will see our range of Inflatable tents go from strength to strength , with  Coleman , Royal Leisure and Zempire adding to their ranges for 2016. 

Our retail customers as well as our Tent Hire Customers loved the  Sprayway Prairie 7 , Sprayway have now decided to concentrate on the Zempire brand from New Zealand and have discontinued the Sprayway Tents ... The Sprayway Prairie range is now out of stock and no longer available .... we have though found a very close alternative in the Zempire Aero range ... we still have The Sprayway Prairie 7 and 4 to Hire from just £9.50 a day. ..

Zempire have added a Canvas Tent to their range of inflatable tents , The Airforce 1 is an extremely generous Family Tent with premium features of Breathable , temperature moderating Canvas combined with a Single Inflation Point Inflatable frame all the Zempire Aero Range Tents have been Beaufort wind tested. 

Coleman have also introduced an inflatable range for 2016 , with the added benefit of Blackout bedrooms ... helping light sleepers and little people stay asleep a little longer. 

Royal Leisure have relaunched the Atlanta range with a new 10cm AirTube available in 3 sizes there's one to suit every family camping trip... or perhaps a little extra luxury for a couple. 

We are looking forward to a busy and exciting 2016 , we'll get back to you again soon

Best wishes 

The Team @ IBEX Camping 




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Cortes 2 from Coleman a little Tent with Some Great Features ...

We've just received our first Shipment of the Cortes 2 from Coleman - New for 2015 these tents offer the budget conscious camper a Simple & Quick to pitch touring Tent. Perfect for Active & Weekend Campers the Cortes 2 is a Compact and relatively Lightweight Tunnel Tent with an extended porch area. With a 2000mm H/H the Cortes 2 is adequately protected to hold up to even the worst British Summer Time weather. 

Pitched Flysheet First with Fibreglass poles. With a PU coated  Polyester Flysheet and taped seams complete with Ventilation points and an internal storage pocket the Cortes 2 offers a great balance of comfort and performance. 

This Little Tent is proving very popular with Bikers, Backpackers and Hikers due to it's very compact pack size of just 38 x 15cm and a weight of just 3.5kg.


The Facts and Figures ... 


Sleeping Capacity: 2 person
Rooms:  1
Pitch : Flysheet First 
Poles: Fibreglass 
Groundsheet : PE 
Flysheet Fabric : Polyester PU Coated 
Seams : Taped Seams 
Carry Bag : Included 
Pitch Size : 360 x 135cm
Bedroom Size : 205 x 120cm 
Internal Height : Bedroom - 95cm Porch area 105cm
Pack Size: 38 x 15cm
Weight : 3.5kg
H/H : 2000mm 

Easy Set Up System - Coleman Take time and effort to ensure that their Tents offer a hassle Free Pitch

Fire Retardant Flysheet - Coleman Fabrics Offer Fire Retardant Characteristic that ensures the Fabric won't flare dangerously out of control and will self Extinguish giving time to escape in the event of an emergency ...don't forget never Use or Store Fuel Burning Appliances or Fuel inside or Near your Tent.

Water Column Tested up to 2000mm - The Flysheet will withstand a 2000mm column of water before the water starts to Penetrate the Fabric

Coleman WeatherTec System - To Help you and your Family stay dry during stormier conditions.  A system that has been developed over time, utilising the latest technology and including cleverly designed tent features to ensure you are protected and dry on the campsite.

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Like to know a little more .... Check out the Cortes 2 on our Website 

The Coleman Instant Tent Tourer 4 - Bag to Set up in a minute.....

We've just received our first shipment of the Coleman Instant Tent Tourer 4, a single skin 4 person Tent that's perfect for Festivals , weekends or multi-stop trips. Thanks to revolutionary Technology the Instant Tent Tourer has a sturdy steel frame that simply push & clicks into place - meaning set up time is just one minute! Followed by a few pegs and your done.
Why not take a look at the Coleman You Tube Video for the Instant Tent Tourer 4 









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Field Candy Launch a range of Children's Tents & Sun Shades To support Children in Need

The Field Candy Children in Need Little Camper 

 Help support this years +BBC Children in Need with an exclusively Designed Sunshade or Tent - these fantastic new products from +FieldCandy are beautifully designed and would make a fantastic Christmas Present. A great opportunity to purchase an iconic Tent and support a wonderful charity. Available between August and November and made in England.  

The Field Candy Children In Need Sunshade 

Sprayway Family Tents Have Arrived @IBEX Camping .....

Take a look at the Prairie 7 (5 +2) on our website 

 

To celebrate the long awaited arrival of Sprayway Family Tents @ IBEX Camping we're offering Free Delivery on the  Prairie 5 + 2  .... this great family tent is just £379.99 @ IBEX Camping ... High Specification, flexible living and feature packed ... 

.......why not enjoy a summer full of Holidays? 

If your looking for something a little smaller the Prairie 4 is just £269.99.....we're listing this tent soon so stay in touch :-)

Festival & Weekend Tents | Special Buy from just £24.99 @IBEX Camping

The BlackRock MT-03Just
£24.99 @IBEX Camping 

We've just added a new range for Weekend Tents to our products ... BlackRock Tents offer great value for money! With the 2 person MT-03 from just £24.99 .... this great uncomplicated little tent makes a great festival tent or perhaps for a camp out in the garden!. 

The BlackRock Jamboree
Just £49.99 @ IBEX Camping 

The Next in the range is the Jamboree - a 3 person tent for campers who are looking for a little more space - with a small porch area there's somewhere to store those festival muddy boots!

The BlackRock Woodland
Just £99.99 @ IBEX Camping 

Finally the BlackRock Woodland Tent - a 4/6 person tent - the sleeping area accommodates 4 with the option for 2 extra's in the living area - this tent is full head height throughout and has lots of great features - skylights, great colour scheme ... a great get together tent for your festival..... Or if your  thinking about trying camping but are a little but off by the price of one of our Family tents... try the Woodland and if you like it we'll happily trade-in* the Woodland against one of our Family Tents over £250. 




*Terms & Conditions apply ... take a look at our website for more information. 

Wild Country Citadel 6 just £299.99 @IBEXCamping

We've just updated our listing for the FAB Citadel 6 (2010) model ... these are brand new tents straight from Terra Nova ... just the 2010 model - at a fantastic price rrp £525 now just £299.99 plus if you follow us on facebook or Twitter there an even better offer ........ ssssh!

Wild Country Citadel 6 - May Special just £299.99 ....

With a recommended retail price of over £500 .... The Wild Country Citadel 6 is a Tent that would be value for money at it's recommended retail price ... made by Terra Nova renowned for their technical and performance tents. The Citadel 6 is packed with  features and Design that are nothing less than you would expect from Terra Nova ... this 2010 Model now available from @IBEX Camping at just £299.99 while stocks last .... read a little more about the Wild Country Citadel 6 

Features 

Steel Jumbo Poles with Double Thickness at Corner Sections 

Full Mesh Doors to keep those little visitors out and create Great Ventilation 

Tenacity Guy Line Points  

Easy To pitch 

Spacious Living Area 

Separate porch Area 

Colour Coded Poles 

Mesh Screens on Inner Doors 
Bedroom Side Vents 

Facts and Figures ..... 

Sleeps : 6 

Poles 22mm Steel Jumbo 

Minimum weight : 36.5 kg 

Pack Size : 90 x 46 x 46cm Poles 

Pitch : Flysheet First 

Layout : Tunnel 

Internal Height : 220cm 

Pitch Size : 520 x 420cm 

H/H : Flysheet - 3000mm | Groundsheet 4000mm 

Groundsheet : Sewn in 

The Citadel range of tents are perfect for the discerning Camper ... A classic Green colour with red reflective Guy Lines , and features that are to be expected in Tents at the recommended retail Price ... so why not grab a bargain! 

The Wild Country Citadel 6 is pitched at our Little Paxton premises ... if you'd like to view please give us a call on 01480 404030 ...

Download the product Information Sheet for the Wild Country Citadel 6 2010

shhhh..... Just for our Facebook & Twitter Fans .... 

receive a free Standard Double Airbed with Every Wild Country Citadel 6 Tent

Weekend Tent a 6 person Family Tent that weighs just 8kg ... Wild Country Etesian 6

We've just finished uploading the Wild Country by Terra Nova Etesian 6 to the website..... this incredibly light 6 person Family tent would be perfect for that quick getaway! With a pack size of just 60 x 22cm the Wild Country Etesian 6 is fairly compact too... Wild Country is the family Tent range by Terra Nova , renowned for their technical and performance tents - Terra Nova have transferred their expertise and knowledge into a feature packed family range of tents. The Etesian range has been designed to meet the needs of the discerning weekend camper. Feature packed - this 3 season family tent has a H/H of 4000mm on the Flysheet and 6000mm on the groundsheet - Alloy Poles and Pegs keep the weight down. 


Terra Nova have very kindly added a video showing the Etesian 4 on YouTube ... we think you'll agree it's quick and simple to pitch! 


Special Offer @ IBEX Camping until 1st May 2012 .... we are offering a 1/2 price Groundsheet protector with every Wild Country Tent* 


Ready to take a look at this Great Weekend Tent? 

 

Click here to view the 

Etesian 6 @ IBEX Camping

* while stock is available. 

20.12% Tent Sale Spring in to Summer with our Month of Special Tent Savings

We're busy this week listing some Great Tent offers ... with a special 20.12% discount off our Special offer Tents...From no until the next Bank Holiday Weekend! That's almost a month of Great Savings ....  keep an eye on our blog for details of our Tents as we list them .... Why just have one summer holiday.... if you try camping you can have a summer full of camping!

Tents.... How to choose your tent .... What does H/H (hydostatic Head) mean?

One of the very first questions we are asked by customers who are choosing their very first tent is .... What does H/H ( Hydrostatic Head) mean in the tent descriptions? 
Modern Tents are made from polyester which unlike Canvas doesn't have any water repellency... Polyester has to be treated by the factories and then tested to give a waterproof rating ... Which is where the H/H figure comes from. 
H/H is the waterproof rating of the fabric used to manufacture your tent... a column of water is placed on the fabric - under tension and a measurement is taken at the level the water starts to penetrate the fabric - Hence the mm reading.... 
We have been selling tents for a number of years , when we started we had only ever camped in Canvas tents so polyester tents were a revolution to us but we soon learnt what to look for ....


For our family tents we like to see a H/H rating of at least 3000mm - some of our suppliers believe that anything beyond this is just a number... once the fabric has been treated to 3000mm there isn't much more protection beyond this. Others believe that the higher the better .... experience has taught us that as well as the waterproofing level it very often follows through that the quality and features of manufacture increase with the H/H - features such as mesh, vents and fly    screens..... 








Lower than 3000mm is fine for a weekend tent , festival tent etc this is still waterproof but we would probably suggest that you use your judgement to gauge the weather and if it's just a weekend then a torrential rain storm with heavy winds probably wouldn't be the best conditions. 












Specialist backpacking and Hiking Tents are very often treated to 5000mm H/H primarily due to the conditions that these tents are expected to cope with on a mountain side throughout the year. These tents are very often Ripstop Polyester too another feature that is making it's way into the Family Camping Market. 
















It's always worth remembering that a Tent is a temporary structure and you always need to be aware of the weather to make any necessary adjustments etc..... 

LED Tent Lights ...Take a look at these in Tent Photo's

 We've just received these images from @ringautomotive showing the LED Tent Lights .... as soon as the weather is dry enough and a little less snowy the TEAM @IBEXCamping will be pitching a tent @ a local campsite to see for ourselves just how effective these Great LED Tent Lights are!

Showing The 3 LED Tent Light Pack 

Showing  90 LED Flexi Tent Light

Showing the 2 LED Tent Light Pack 

Showing 27 LED Starter Kit 

Showing 27 LED and 27 LED ADD on

Wild Country Tents | Citadel 5 YouTube video .....

We've just received an email from the guys at Terra Nova of a field test on the Wild Country Citadel 5 - standing up in strong winds at the National Park in the Peak District.... take a look it really quite amazing!

Is the Citadel 5 the perfect family tent? why not take a look at our website for more information on the 

Wild Country Citadel 5 

Tent Repairs | Ripped Tent | Broken Tent Pole .... How to from IBEX Camping

We have noticed over the last few years that many customers are choosing to repair their existing tents rather than invest in a brand new one ... when the one you already have just needs a simple repair.


IBEX Camping is able to offer a comprehensive Tent repair service as well as a whole range of products to do the job yourself or take with you just in case....

Tableau Water Repellent Spray just £6.99 @ IBEX Camping  

StormSeal Adhesive & Sealant for Flexible Materials

Tear-Aid Repair Tape just £7.49 @ IBEX Camping 

My Tents is leaking.... if your fabric is leaking there are a number of re-proofing or waterproofing sprays on the market - please make sure you read your Tent Manufacturers Instructions and those of the Product you choose before you begin....we once had a nightmare with a Conway Trailer Tent :-) Simple to use these sprays can extend the life of your tent. Waterproofing products are also available in Paint on varieties...                                                        

Tenacious Tape just £5.99  @ IBEX  Camping

  




















Puddles on the groundsheet - very often these can be caused by leaking seams ... your tent should have been supplied with a repair kit - in this repair kit there is usually a tube of seam sealant - this is simple and effective to use usually you rub a small amount over the weakness on the seam leave it to dry and that's it .... remember though to leave enough time for the sealant to dry before packing away. Seam Sealant is available to buy in tubes or in a roll as a tape. There are a number of multipurpose products on the market ......

These tapes are also great for emergency repairs of small holes or tears on Tents, Outdoor Clothing etc........


If your Tent Needs a larger repair, broken zip, or torn pegging points... or any other fabric repairs we work closely with a specialist Tent Repairer, simply pop your canvas / Flysheet into us - we can also collect for a small charge - Our Tent Repairer collects from us on a Wednesday Afternoon - We'll get back to you with a price - you then decide whether you'd like to go ahead. The turnaround for repairs is generally 7/10 days although during busy periods your repair may take a little longer - we'll always try to work round your deadline. Simply EMAIL US with the details of your repair and we'll arrange delivery and/or collection of your flysheet @ £6.75 per journey.


Broken Tent Pole? Fibreglass tent poles are designed to be repairable - due to the nature of the constructions in extreme weather it's not unusual for one to split. Ideally .... you should carry a spare but if not don't worry replacement poles can be purchased in sections or a whole kit.... Simply measure the dimensions of the split pole - diameter and length. Once you have our section - split the pole into sections by untying the center elastic - retain the tension - replace the broken section and replace in the same order. Replacement fibreglass pole sections can be easily cut to size. Replacement pole kits come with full instructions ... we are able to offer a full repair service email us with your details and we'll get back to you. Unusual size or steel pole .... EMAIL US we have an array of spare poles from previous seasons!

Please remember to always follow the manufacturers instructions both on the equipment you are repairing and the repair product you are using! 

If you would like any further information , please don't hesitate to get in touch call 

01480 404030 | 0797 290 7029 | Email : sales@ibexcamping.co.uk

Suncamp Mono Tepee just £29.99 @ibexcamping ...

The Sunncamp Mono Tepee is a great Fun - Fully Functional Tent .... made by Sunncamp renowned for their quality and great Family Tents. The Sunncamp Mono Tepee is available in two Funky colours - Cool Blue or Bubblegum Pink. It couldn't be simpler to pitch simply layout the base of the tent - peg down then insert the single pole through the central hole and raise! it's as simple as that. The Sunncamp Mono Tepee doesn't come with a bedroom compartment but the groundsheet is completely sewn in, allowing the whole of the footprint to be used as living / sleeping space.... there are plenty of guylines on the Mono Tepee as well as a vented area around the top of the tent making the Mono Tepee both secure and pleasant to be in! 

Sunncamp Massif 200 | 2 person Tent now only £36.99 @ IBEX Camping

We've just reduced the price of the Sunncamp Massif 200 @ IBEX Camping from £49.99 to just £36.99!

The Sunncamp Massif 200 really is a great  2 person Tent suitable for Backpacking, being a lightweight tent it’s also a great hiking tent.  The Sunncamp Massif 200 weight just 3kg. The pack size is just 44 x 14 x 12cm. At just £36.99  is a very reasonably priced lightweight backpacking  tent. With a geodesic design the Sunncamp Massif 200 is a generously sized 2 berth tent .


We have a pitched a display model of this tent and can honestly say the the size is extremely generous, it's simple to pitch and the small porch area gives the tent an added bonus. 


Weighing only 3kg the weight of The Sunncamp Massif 200 is good too! we would suggest that this is a great starter tent for Backpackers, Hikers or lightweight campers. If your looking for a specialist all year round Backpacking or Hiking tent then the Sunncamp Massif 200 isn't for you. 




Once the weather dry up a little we are posting You Tube Videos for our customers to view to get a better feel for our Tents, Outdoors and Camping Equipment - if you would like to know more about this tent please get in touch 01480 404030 or Email Us . 

Cheap Summer Holiday 2012? Why not try Camping?

We're all feeling the pinch at the moment due to the economic climate and Christmas just passed .... this time of year things are very often a little tight. If you've got young children or a growing family it can be tough to plan  a holiday particularly with the restrictions being tightened on School Term Family holidays ... really giving Tour Companies the green light to maximise prices. 


Camping offers an alternative ....we love the thought that with a little investment (probably the same as an average package Holiday) rather than planning a 2 week Holiday you really can enjoy a summer full of Holidays! Here at IBEX Camping we have 18 years family camping experience ...having enjoyed many a holiday with our four Children ... in the early days with the most basic of kit. 


The tent is probably the most expensive item you will purchase , but a little time and researching will pay off ... we have written a little guide also within this blog to offer a little advice... but ultimately your Tent retailer should offer advice and assistance .. if not give us a call we'll help if we can. 


The Bits and pieces .... we always tell our customers not to rush out and buy everything you think your going to need ... start with the basics - Tent, Somewhere to Sleep , Some means of boiling a kettle and a form of lighting the rest will come with time ... each trip will have it's own requirements and each piece of equipment will have it's own memories of a Camping Holiday!


Once you've got the kit it's time to start planning your first trip .. a practice run is always a good idea - find a campsite with plenty of space and loose yourselves somewhere quiet to get to grips with your New Tent  and equipment. A great Camp site close to us with plenty of space ....


So your ready to go.... there are loads of campsite resource websites online , we even have our own that we are developing over the next couple of weeks...There are also a number of guide books to purchase. Pitch fee's  can vary dependent on the amount of facilities available on site... the least we have paid has been £2.50 ( very basic but a great place to create a Holiday full of memories!) to £36.00 per pitch for a fully serviced - clubs , pubs , swimming pool type site ...... it's worth bearing in mind that very often the fully loaded campsites particularly those owned by the Big Holiday Companies can sometimes be too restrictive and to a certain extent take the fun out of camping! The best way to choose a campsite is to join a forum ukcampsite.co.uk 


Children simply love camping ... we've camped with our 4 Children since they were 6 months old - the Fresh air , the back to basics and space that a camping holiday offers is hard to beat long days in the fresh air spending quality time as a family .... then  into bed by sunset leaving Mummy and Daddy to enjoy a glass of wine under the stars!


Ready to start thinking about Camping ?......

A little bit about IBEX Camping is a family run business borne out of our passion for camping .... Our pricing policy for our gear is simple ... if we wouldn't be happy to pay the price we won't sell the item! We carefully select our products - very often field testing to make sure they are up to the job... if they're not then we stop selling them! Any questions or advice we can offer just give us a call 01480 404030 ....