A pump is one of those things that you just can’t have too many of but not having one is a real problem akin to buying a car without wheels. This saves a few euro off the headline price but does render the thing pretty useless.

For the first time this year some companies have started to sell inflatable tents without the pump being included. Before heading off on a trip you should check that everything which should be in the bag is in the bag. If in doubt pop into the shop, give us a call or send us an email with your query and we will help as best we can.Īirbeam tents and awnings, like every tent we sell come packaged in a bag which should contain the tent, a variety of pegs, the pump, a basic repair kit or patch and, some other possibilities such as a mallet or king poles. Videos from manufacturers, retailers and enthusiasts are all over YouTube and some do a great job of demonstrating how to pitch and in some cases how to strike Airbeam tents easily. They may not always be the best but that is hardly a reason to completely ignore a source of information. Most tents have an instruction sheet stitched into the carry bag. Registering gives you something for nothing so don't put it off. Not registering means that you lose out on the extra year but it also means that it takes longer to sort out problems if they do arise. It is better than for any other kind of tent on the market.

This guarantee covers replacement beams, fabric problems, stitching damage and quite a lot more. Firstly, they give a two year guarantee as standard and then on top of that they give a third year free to anyone who bothers filling out the warranty page on the Vango website ( ).

After several years of inflatable experience we have learned a thing or two and the following info will help you get the most out of your tent or awning for many years to come.Īll of the quality brands offer at least a twelve month warranty on new inflatable tents but Vango go a couple of steps further. This article will highlight the most common mistakes that people make and the things most likely to go wrong with an inflatable tent or awning. They are the thoroughbreds in the family camping handicap and like any thoroughbred should be properly looked after to get the best out of them. After a decade on the market they aren't a thing that could catch on and become a big deal one day.

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