The PERFECT Tent is... a VANGO?

Here’s a first look a the Vango F10 Nexus UL 2 tent!

Looking at the specification of this tent on paper it seems like it could be absolutely perfect for wild camping in the UK. Being based in Scotland, Vango design and develop all of their tents for UK weather conditions. So with the weight and pack siz of this tent, in theory it should be perfect for the kind of wild camping that I do.

This is a first pitch of the tent to make sure everything is correct and present before I take it out on a few adventures and test it in some different weather conditions. I am hoping that this will be my go to tent for all of my camping trips at least until I find another new tent to try out!

Vangooooooooo!

SPECIFICATION

The Vango F10 Nexus UL 2 tent combines the best of space and stability for outdoor adventurers. Drawing from the success of the Helium UL, this semi-freestanding marvel offers ample room for two and their gear, with dual doors and porches for added convenience. Pre-bent poles boost headspace, enhancing comfort within.
Its Powerlite pole system ensures durability, resisting pole failures even in harsh conditions. Swift setup is guaranteed, especially when the weather turns, and its Protex 15 SRN flysheet stands strong with a 3,000mm hydrostatic head rating. Versatile and robust, the Nexus UL 2 is tailor-made for those seeking reliable shelter in varied environments.

⚫️ Protex 15 Denier Silicone Reinforced Nylon flysheet provides the optimum strength to weight ratio with a rating of 3000mm
⚫️ PowerLite Plus Poles Alloy poles are lightweight, compact and durable
⚫️ Bathtub design groundsheet for maximum protection with a rating of 6000mm
⚫️ TXS Stability System is an evolution of the TBS, creating a X-shape with high tensile cord for extra stability
⚫️ Flysheet first or pitch as one set up options
⚫️ Breathable inner reduces build up of condensation and also features handy storage pockets
⚫️ Fully tapes seams throughout fly and groundsheet
⚫️ Pitching Time: 7 minutes
⚫️ Capacity: 2 person
⚫️ Pack Size: 33 x 13cm (I measured 38 x 15cm)
⚫️ Weight: 1.7kg (I weighed 1.96kg)

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[russbetts]

I bought a 2-man Vango Force Ten CN Mk 2 tent, from "Blacks" in Plymouth, in 1978. That had the Orange inner with Built-in Rubber Groundsheet/Tray and the Green Nylon Flysheet. The pegs were Corrugated Steel V-channel with 'ears'. The Groundsheet had Six Rubber eyes - one at each corner and another two mid-way along the tray. The Flysheet also had six rubber eyes which were elongated and stretchy. A pair of Guy-ropes were fitted half-way up the flysheet and held the flysheet away from the inner tent. There were clips which also held the inner tent in tension, so the walls didn't flap in the breeze. The Poles were alloy with elastic bungies to hold them together. It used an A-frame arrangement at the Entrance, with a Ridge-pole and a Single support at the narrow end of the tent, which was Wedge shaped. Additional Twin Guy ropes were fitted at the top of the A-frame and at the foot end of the tent. The suggested method of erection was hang the tent from the ridge pole and A-frame, then add the Flysheet, but a simple modification meant I could erect the flysheet on the poles first, then hang the inner if it was raining; starting at the Foot of the tent and working towards the Door. My only complaint about the tent, was that I couldn't sit upright in it, even at the tall end, as although I'm only 5 ft 8 inches tall, I'm short in the legs and long in the body. At 3.6 Kilos, it was a bit heavy as a One-man carry, especially when also carrying my Army Issue 'Green Slug' sleeping bag. It got twenty years of quite heavy-duty use, from Wild camping on Dartmoor, to various Folk Festivals and even wild camping in Wales. It lived up to its name of Force Ten and even survived a Force Twelve on Two occasions; one on Dartmoor and the other on the Brecon Beacons. I last used it five years ago and it is still in very good condition, as the Rubber tray hasn't perished and all fixing points are still intact. After every use, it gets cleaned and thoroughly dried and then put away folded - not packed - in a cool dry place. I can't remember what I paid for it, but it wasn't cheap at the time and it's been proven to be worth every penny. Russ. Hampshire. UK.

[mrp]

Vango has been the go to tents for me, from scouting 40 years ago to recent long term set ups, current tent an Alton airbeam tent. perfect for a week away for me and the dog

[jerrycaston]

Living in Norway, the best tent I have found for wild camping in unknown places has to be semi-free standing, tents can be like clothing so you need to dress for the occasion :)

[warren]

From South Africa clock in number 41 😂

You and me I snagged Kestrel III made by
44 years ago ! In absolute pristine condition, and by pristine, as it left the factory....
Came with the Y adaptor accessory, still has the assembly sheet.!

Back then, the Kestrel by Back-packer was used on mega adventures such as Killy.
I had the Kestrel Ii when I was in my early teens and when in the mountains, a situation developed, and that tent probably saved my life.
Like every tent there are small improvements, like toggle chords on the zippers, a second bag, (1 for the fly, 1 for the inner) I've put the original pegs aside to preserve them and substituted steel pegs.... the originals are alliminium alloy, and refreshed my memory of how the poles nest, one inside the other in groups of 3, and there are a few tiny things that I remember, like one wrap of insulation tape round the rubber feet to keep them in the poles....

memories 44 years old, and I opened and pitched it, for the second time in the tents life.... ❤

Have to brag....
Pitched it today

[beatbasher]

Those toggle clips on the doors can be made a lot easier to manage by tying a hair band onto the loop with a larks head, then you'll find even them easy to use even with gloves on.

[matthewcollis]

My go to winter tent is still my Vango Tempest 200, cracking bit of kit for crap weather, but suffers from lack of headroom too (but I am 8 foot 9) Vango still make some of the best tents going for the money

[baldywildcamper]

If the head height was 100cm I would of bought this as everything else is bang on! vestibule's could be bigger but like you say the majority of your gear would be inside.
Looks like i'll be rubbing my bald head on the helm1 inner a bit longer.. the wait goes on for a tent with decent head room.. one of the best colour tents going, really stealthy in dogging areas I reckon.

[davt]

I'll stick with my helm 2 compact mate just that bit extra head room, and its never skipped a beat.
Do prefer the colour of the vango though 👍
Would defo say its all the tent needed for wild camping

[johncrouch]

Looks a nice tent. ⛺️ thanks for the video 👍

[WanderingEnglishman]

Looks a very decent tent for camping for a night or two alone, hole you've been out in it, I'm going to have a look now..

[johna]

The tongue in cheek humour kind of made the upload complete for me.

[GrizzlyGaz]

Looks a decent bit of kit for the price 👍 just waiting for mine to be delivered 🤦🏼‍♂️

[tamirew]

I love your nonchalant sarcasm. Makes me laugh.

[theondebray]

Vango tents, the best ever value for money & performance. I had a Vango Mk1 tent, lasted 37 years of hard use in all weathers / seasons / environments. UV finally degraded the flysheet, no longer waterproof, and, you know what? They wouldn't take it back under guarantee. Can't understand why.
So now, after extensive research, since 2017 I have a Vango Xenon U/L 2 person tent, just BRILLIANT design, 4 season. Sadly due to disintegrating knees and age related issues, I can be sure that it will outlast me, if only that I can't use it like I had hoped

[lawrencemartin]

Ooh claws on the bathtub with no extra me wince a teeny bit! 😊

[theozzy]

Honestly, at this point I think I watch your videos for your humour more than the gear reviews😂. Even your replies to comments are hilarious 😂😂

[davegreen]

OneTigris COSMITTO 2 £135.00. Only 300 grams heavier.
But you can't set up without the inner.
But as I alway use a trap over my tent I do not really need the outer till i feel its needed.
So a good mesh is nice when it's really buggy.

[robch]

It looks good. Not a lot of vestibule space for storing bags/gear overnight, though, so for me it couldn't ever be a 2-person tent.

[HardyBunster]

Vango are great tents and everyone knows it. They don’t need YouTube because they have spent decades building their reputation in the field. I must say that I do like a larger vestibule for cooking in or doing a nice hot brew when the weather turns.
No free tents from Vango…..lol. 😂

[avesray]

Hello, where do you usually pitch tent? Im in Derby, hope to go with you soon of you allow.