VAUDE product information - Tents 2011

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OVERVIEW TENTS MOUNTAIN ......................................................................................................... 4OVERVIEW TENTS ULTRALIGHT ...................................................................................................... 5OVERVIEW TENTS TREK&TRAIL ....................................................................................................... 6OVERVIEW TENTS fAMILY ............................................................................................................... 7

CONSTRUCTION ............................................................................................................................. 8TYpES Of TENTS ............................................................................................................................ 9RIdGE TENTS .............................................................................................................................. 10dOME TENTS ............................................................................................................................... 10TUNNEL TENTS ........................................................................................................................... 10GEOdESIC dOME TENTS .............................................................................................................. 11pYRAMId TENTS ........................................................................................................................... 11HYbRIdE TENTS .......................................................................................................................... 12HYbRId SINGLE WALL ................................................................................................................. 13

pOLES ANd fRAMES: pOLES ........................................................................................................ 13INNER pOLES ............................................................................................................................... 14OUTER pOLES .............................................................................................................................. 14pOLE SLEEVES ............................................................................................................................. 15MARK CONSTRUCTION ................................................................................................................ 15pOWERfRAME ............................................................................................................................. 16SILICONISEd fAbRIC .................................................................................................................... 17

TIPS AND TRIcKS................................................. 18

SILICONE SEAM SEAL ................................................................................................................. 18GROUNd VENT ............................................................................................................................. 18SET Up ......................................................................................................................................... 19CHOOSING YOUR SITE .................................................................................................................. 19STAKING OUT ............................................................................................................................... 20TAKING dOWN .............................................................................................................................. 21CARE ANd CLEANING ................................................................................................................... 22CLEANING .................................................................................................................................... 22SEAM SEALING ............................................................................................................................ 22STORAGE ..................................................................................................................................... 23

CHOOSING A TENT ....................................................................................................................... 23RIVERS ANd LAKES ...................................................................................................................... 24IN THE MOUNTAINS ..................................................................................................................... 24ARId ZONES ................................................................................................................................. 24WHEATHER/SUN ........................................................................................................................... 25WINd ............................................................................................................................................ 25RAIN ............................................................................................................................................ 25SNOW ........................................................................................................................................... 26fUNCTIONS .................................................................................................................................. 26USAGE Of THE TENT .................................................................................................................... 26LOW WEIGHT OR SpACIOUSNESS? ................................................................................................ 27




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10162 bivi II 1-2 Hybrid 1150g 1240g doppelwand/double wall

100% polyamid 20d Ripstop polyurethan / Silicone 3.000 mm

100% polyamid 40d 240T Ripstop, lamina-ted 10.000 mm

100% polyester 15d Micro Ripstop

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10742 power Atreus

3 power-frame Geodät

4700g 4900g 100% polyamid 40d Ripstop 240T, Silicone coated 3000mm


100% polyester 30d Ripstop 285T

3000 10000 • • •

15767 Hogan Ultralight Argon

1-2 Hybrid 1370g 1490g doppelwand/double wall

100% polyamid 40d Ripstop 240T, Silicone coated 3000mm



3000 10000 • • •

10160 Specula Alpine

2 Hybrid Single Wall

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1820g 2200g Single wall 100% polyamid 40d Silicon 3000 mm/ polyurethan coated und 3 layer membrane 10000 mm



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15701 Space K2 3 Hybrid 4100g 4600g doppelwand/double wall

100% polyamid 70d Ripstop 210T, Silicon coated 5000

100% polyamid 70d 210T, polyurethan coated 10.000mm

100% polyamid 70d 210T

5000 10000 • • •

155092270 Space Explorer

2 Kuppel 3100 4600g doppelwand/double wall

70d polyamid Ripstop 210T, bothside silico-nized, 5.000 mm

70d polyamid 210T, pU coated, 10.000 mm

70d polyamid 210T • • •

15597 bivi I 1 Hybrid 810g 910g doppelwand/double wall

100% polyamid 70d 210T, polyurethan 7000mm

100% polyamid 40d Ripstop 240T, 5000mm

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10754 palladi-um Tarp

2 750g 750g Single wall 100% polyamid 20d Ripstop polyurethan / Silicone 3.000 mm

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10971 power Tokee UL

1 Einbogen power-frame

750g 800g doppelwanddouble wall

100% polyamid 20d Ripstop bothside silico-nized 3000 mm



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10265 power Lizard UL

2 Einbogen power-frame





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15702 Refuge 2 first-dach

860g 1050g Single wall 100% polyamid 40d Ripstop 240T, Silicone coated 3000mm


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10769 Taurus Ultralight Xp

2 Hybrid 1650g 1750g doppelwanddouble wall




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10767 Hogan Ultralight Xp





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15758 Hogan Ultralight





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15801 power Odyssee

2 power-frame Geodät





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15802 power Taurus Ultralight

2 power-frame Hybrid





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15741 Taurus Ultralight



100% polyamid 40d 240T Ripstop, lamina-ted 10.000mm


3000 10000 • • •

10164 Specula Ultralight

2 Hybrid Sin-gle Wall Kuppel

1800g 1950g Single wall 100% polyamid 3 layer membrane / 100% polyamid 20d Silicon



10000 10000 • • •

15745 Odyssee 2 Hybrid 1630g 1870g doppelwanddouble wall




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10745 power ferret Ultralight

2 Tunnel 1550g 1660g 100% polyamid 20d Ripstop bothside silico-nized 3000 mm



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15742 Taurus I 2 Hybrid 2230g 2470g doppelwanddouble wall

100% polyester 75d 185T polyurethan coated, 3000mm



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15743 Taurus II 3 Hybrid 2640g 2850g doppelwanddouble wall




3000 5000 • •

10214 Campo Compact

2 Kuppel 3500g 3500g doppelwanddouble wall

100% polyester 70d 185T, polyurethan 3000mm


100 % polyamid 70d 185T

3000 5000 • •

15638 Mark II Light

3 Hybrid, Mark-Construc-tion





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15696 Campo 3 Kuppel 3600g 3900g doppelwanddouble wall




3000 5000 • •

15697 Campo Grande





3000 5000 • •

15698 Campo family





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15809 Space II 2 Kuppel 3300g 3650g doppelwanddouble wall

100% polyester 68d Ripstop 210T, polyurethan / Silicon 5000mm



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15810 Space III 3 Kuppel 4050g 4380g doppelwanddouble wall



100% polyamid 70d 210T Ripstop

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15812 Space IV 3-4 Kuppel 4450g 4850g doppelwanddouble wall


100% polyamid 70d 210T, polyurethan 10.000mm


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15738 Hogan XT 2 Hybrid, Mark-Construc-tion





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15803 Mark II 3 Hybrid, Mark-Construc-tion





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10215 Explorer Castle

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Hybrid 19000g 19600g 100% polyester 70d 185T, polyurethan 3000mm


100% polyester 70d 185T

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15768 division dome

5 Kuppel 10000g 10000g doppelwand/double wall


100% polyamid 70d 190T, laminated 10.000mm


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10749 badawi 4 Tripole 12800g 13000g doppelwand/double wall




3000 10000 • • •

15776 badawi Long

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Tripole 16500g 16500g doppelwand/double wall




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15779 badawi Long TC

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Tripole 18700g 18700g doppelwand/double wall

65% polyester, 35% Cotton 1500mm



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10750 Opera 2p 2 Tunnel 8000g 8500g doppelwand/double wall




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10751 Opera 8p 8 Tunnel 16500g 17000g doppelwand/double wall




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15760 Opera 3-4 Tunnel 8500g 8500g doppelwand/double wall




3000 10000 • •

15780 Sly fox Camp

3-4 Tunnel 9400g 9400g doppelwand/double wall

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coNSTRUcTIoN

A tent’s construction has a major influence on its features and where it can best be used. It’s a significant factor in wind stability, spaciousness and the weight of a tent. Our extensive range of tents includes versions for every type of terrain and every occasion, using revolutionary new techno-logies such as the powerframe construction and the Hybrid Single Wall construction.



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TYPES oF TENTS

1 RIDGE: This classic form is used in the ultra lightweight Refuge tent

2 DomE: The absolute all-rounder for (almost) any occasion.

3 TUNNEL: Great use of space thanks to the very steep walls

4 GEoDESIc DomE: This form can stand up to all types of weather conditions, including storms and snow.

5 PYRAmID:

High standing room, superb ventilation and excellent use of space make this tent an ideal choice for families

6 HYBRID coNSTRUcTIoN: Unites the best qualities of different styles, for example tunnel-dome-geodesic (power Odyssee)




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RIDGE TENTS

Typical Use:Ridge tents are classics. They are simple to set up, ultra lightweight, and a popular choice for trekking or as an emer-gency tent.

PolesOnly two or three poles are needed to pitch this type of tent. Two vertical poles, and sometimes a horizontal pole that serves as the ridge pole.

Low weight The Refuge ridge tent can be set up using ski poles or trek-king poles, so you don’t need to bring along extra tent poles. This makes the tent very lightweight and a great choice for weight minimalists.

Small Pack SizeThe Refuge can be packed down small (27 cm x 13 cm) which makes it a great 2-person alternative to a bivy sack.

DomE TENTS

Typical Usedome tents are a great choice for all types of expeditions and are very versatile. Their simple set up and high degree of stability in windy conditions is legendary.

PolesTwo arched poles cross over at the peak of the tent to make a half dome. This creates the best living space-to-tent floor ratio possible.

Fast and Simple Set Updome tents are very fast and easy to set up. They have a freestanding construction and are available from VAUdE in three different versions: powerframe, inner-first, or with pole sleeves.

wind StabilityThe crossing tent poles in a dome tent create extreme wind stability.

TUNNEL TENTS

Tunnel tents are excellent for long trekking tours where their strong points really come to light: optimal use of space, low weight and a very fast set up. PolesAt least two parallel poles create a tunnel and enable a very fast and easy set up.

Use of SpaceSteep walls create an excellent use of space. In a tunnel tent, 90% of the floor space is usable.

Large Vestibule particularly large vestibules are possible in a tunnel tent. They offer a lot of space for bulky gear.

wind StabilityTunnel tents should always be set up with the narrow end fa-cing into the wind and the entrance downwind. This position maximizes wind stability. Using Visor poles (horizontal poles in the ventilation slits) double wind stability in side winds.



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GEoDESIc DomE TENTS

Typical UseExtremely stable expedition tent that is excellent for camping in blowing snow and high winds. Geodesics are the ideal tent for demanding tours and all weather conditions.

PolesThree or more pole arches cross over at least three times and create small triangles. This creates a heavy-duty frame.

Highest wind Stability Geodesics have the highest wind stability of all VAUdE tents. The construction of this framework makes it ideal blustery winds and offers a good ratio of living space to floor surface.

Snow Load StrengthThis freestanding construction is so stable that even freshly fallen snow and wet snow won’t cause the poles to bend.

PYRAmID TENTS

Typical UseThe ideal camping tent for large families and groups. be-cause of their large amount of interior space, these tents are also well suited for cozy get-togethers in bad weather. In our badawi tents, an improved version of the classic pyramid, the middle pole is left out without a negative effect on stability. The construction is complemented with separate rooms for sleeping that feature a tunnel tent construction.

Use of SpaceStanding room of over two meters and steep walls create unbelievable spaciousness and plenty of space for families and groups.

chimney EffectThe chimney effect creates excellent ventilation and an ideal tent microclimate. fresh air streams from the bottom, absorbs moisture, and leaves the tent through the roof dome.




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HYBRIDE TENTS

Hybrid constructions unite the advantages of several classic tent forms. Improved spaciousness and increased wind stabi-lity is the result.

Hybrid StylesMark tents expand a tunnel construction with an additional ridge pole. This increases spaciousness and creates more stability.

In the Hogan models two poles of different lengths create a dome that is offset toward the front of the tent. This creates an enlarged vestibule and a very low weight.

The Odyssee models have a cross dome that’s also offset to-ward the front. The vestibule is reinforced with an additional arch and enlarged. This construction offers improved wind stability and more storage space in the vestibule.

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HYBRID SINGLE wALL

This tent construction unites the advantages of both single wall and double wall tents. Ventilation is significantly impro-ved for optimal air conditions inside the tent, especially in unstable European weather.

Upper part (Single Wall)• Verybreathablelaminatedmembrane• Expandedsurfacewithathinlayerofneedlefleeceonthe

inside• Condensationisabsorbedandtransportedoutward

Lower Part (Double wall)• Coatedwithsiliconeontheoutside• Canberolleduporstakedout• Underneatha“normal”airpermeable,waterrepellent

inner tent material can be found

Benefits• Bestpossibleventilation• Lowweightandsmallpacksize• Improveduseofspaceforbetterlivability

PoLES AND FRAmES: PoLES

• WeuseAlcoaaluminumalloyexclusivelyastheraw material for our poles. • Thisalloyfeaturesahighbreakingelongation;thepoles

begin to flexibly bend long before the point of breakage. • Thisishowourtentsareabletowithstandsuchstrong

gusts of wind without damage.

Even if a pole should happen to break, it will only bend without any sharp edges that could harm the tent.

more: Green AnodizingOur suppliers comply with strict environmental and recycling standards during the anodizing process, making an important contribution toward environmental protection and resource conservation.




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INNER PoLES

Innerpolesareusedinour“inner-first”tentconstruction.After the inner tent is set up, the outer tent is thrown over and attached.

because the poles are inside the tent, this construction crea-tes a very small area where the wind can catch.

This construction is used in our extremely lightweight Hogan tents and also in our economical Campo tents.

Pros:• Lessareaexposedtothewind• Innerandoutertentscanbesetupseparately

cons: • Susceptibletotheweather,theinnertentcangetwet

when setting up in the rain • Setuptakeslonger• 10%lesswindstablethanapolesleeveconstructionbe-

cause pressure cannot be optimally distributed along the entire pole.

oUTER PoLES

In an exterior pole construction, the inner tent and outer tent are connected with clips and set up together. The set up is much faster than an inner-first construction. In addition, the inner tent is protected from the rain during set up.

outer pole constructions come in 3 variations: • Polesleeves:primarilydomeandtunneltentconstructions• MarkConstruction• Powerframe

pOLE SLEEVESMARK CONSTRUCTION

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MARK CONSTRUCTION MARK bUILdING Up

Power meshpower Mesh is a very stable, mesh type of material that is used in our tents with pole sleeves. This mesh minimizes the slightly increased wind catchment area with its fine structure. power Mesh is also very abrasion proof, long lasting, and allows the poles to glide through smoothly.

Benefits:• Verylonglasting• Withanoptionalsecondpole,verystable(availableinthe

Space Explorer and Space K2 only)

PoLE SLEEVES

Typical usepole sleeves are primarily used in dome and tunnel tents. The set up is fast and simple.

Set UpThe poles are pushed through the air permeable power Mesh or through flat sleeves during set up. dome tents are free-standing;tunneltentsneedtobestakedout

Flat Sleevesflat sleeves are integrated in the outer tent. As their name in-dicates,theyareveryflat;thereisn’tmuchdistancebetweenthe outer tent and the poles, creating only a small area where the wind can catch.

mARK coNSTRUcTIoN

Typical useThe Mark construction is used for Mark and Hogan tents. A fast set up, generous spaciousness and a high degree of wind stability make this construction ideal for all kinds of activities in the mountains.

Set UpShock cords are wrapped around the freestanding poles to create an unbeatably fast set up. Even beginners can put up the tent in under three minutes.Set up the poles with the connectors vaude logo facing upwards.

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The shock cords used for the Mark construction create a minimal area where the wind can catch and is very stable.

Benefits:• Fastestsetup• Hardlyanyareaexposedtowind

PowERFRAmE

Typical Use:VAUdE’s most stable tent is construction is the powerframe. It is primarily used in our expedition tents (such as the power Odyssee) but it’s so versatile that we’ve also used it in many other constructions.

Set Uppowerframe tents can be set up very quickly and easily. The freestanding frame is built first, then the tent is attached to the frame with clips.

Powerclipspowerclips ensure that the tent is securely attached to the poles and held under constant tension. This arrangement creates small power triangles that distribute energy evenly across the tent.



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wind StabilityThe powerframe construction increases wind stability up to 80% and is much more stable than other comparable pole constructions.

weightLighter weight poles can be used in a powerframe construc-tion which means that there’s no increase in weight despite the increase in wind stability.

Benefits:• MoststableofallVAUDEpoleconstructions• Fasterandsimplersetup

SPEcIAL FEATURES

SILIcoNISED FABRIc

Siliconised material is very tear resistant, UV proof and has a high spray value (permanent water beading effect). This material makes our tents extremely lightweight yet also able to withstand extreme wind and weather.

Two-sided siliconised material is up to 35% lighter than pU coated material and has excellent tear strength properties.

UV radiation, which ages tent materials more quickly, is par-ticularly strong in the mountains. It also makes tent materials brittle and bleaches them. Silicon coatings have a high UV resistance that protects the ripstop nylon. This significantly increases the durability of the fabric. We also use combinations of silicone and pU coated mate-

rials. One-sided silicone tents are known for their high UV stability and a better moisture buffer (absorption of conden-sation) compared to two-sided siliconised tents.

Spray ValueSiliconised materials have excellent water beading properties (Spray Value 5). Water is not absorbed into the fabric but rather beads up on the surface of the tent material.




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should be hand seam sealed with silicone seam sealer before a trip in rainy weather (for example in Great britain).

SILIcoNE SEAm SEAL

A seam sealing technique developed by VAUdE specifically for siliconised materials.

The Hogan Ultralight Argon and Odyssee tents are treated with Silicone SEAM SEAL Technology. They are factory seam sealed and 100% waterproof. That makes them perfect for alpine use and expeditions. Additional seam sealing by hand is not necessary.

We have developed this process because despite all of their advantages, siliconised materials do have one disadvantage: factory seam sealing is very difficult.

In tents made from siliconised material without SEAM SEAL, seams can soak up water, which can then enter the tent in the form of drops. Therefore tents without SEAM SEAL

GRoUND VENT

Ground Vent uses the chimney effect (convection) to crea-te the best possible ventilation and an excellent tent inner climate.

Super microclimateA balanced, comfortable microclimate inside the tent is only possible with optimally positioned ventilation openings.

by making use of the chimney effect, not only is the circulati-on of fresh air optimized, but condensation is also prevented.

Improved air circulation = less condensation = excellent tent microclimate (whatever the weather)

Another benefit: mosquitoes and other insects in grassy areas are kept at bay thanks to the fine mesh used in the vents.

GROUNd VENT

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SET UP

• VAUDEtentsarewellknownfortheirsimplesetup.Ifanystepintheprocessseemsdifficult,donotuseforce;takethe time to find out what the problem is.

• Fitthepolestogethercarefullyandcompletely.Whenthe poles sections aren’t fully connected and pressure is applied, they can split and break.

• Alwayspushtheconnectedpolesectionsintothepolesleeves, never pull them through.

cHooSING YoUR SITE

• Pitchyourtentonlevelground,inanareaprotectedfromwind and not in a hollow, where water can quickly collect when it rains

• Takeintoaccountwinddirectionwhenpitchingyourtent–

face the entrance downwind and sheltered if possible• Takeintoaccountthatcampingnearwatersourcescould

lead to condensation build up on your tent and belongings • Don’tpitchyourtentindangerousplaces.Thisincludes

gorges, underneath cliffs or rocks, near glacier-fed rivers, in forests or near fire spots

• Removeallpointyorsharpobjectsthatcoulddamagethetent floor

• Useatentfootprintorgroundsheettoprotectthetentfloor• Ifyouareplanningoncampinginonespotforalonger

periodoftime,makesuretopitchinshadeorhalfshade–UV radiation accelerates the aging process of tent fabrics and coatings

• Whencampingonsnowandinfreezingconditions,digapit in front of the tent door or in the vestibule in which cold air can collect

• Avoidsnowbuildupbyregularlyclearingsnowoffthesurface of the tent

moRE: chimney Effectfresh air streams into the tent through the floor vents. These openings are protected from water and splashing by extended sidewalls. Air can exit through ventilation slits positioned high in the tent, transporting moisture out of the tent as it leaves.




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• Cookinginsideyourtentshouldbeavoidedwheneverpos-sible due to the danger of fire or carbon dioxide poisoning. If you need to make an exception, make sure to ensure sufficient ventilation and keep the stove as far from the tent walls as possible. This might mean having to detach the inner tent and fold it back

TIP: ZipsHandle tent zips with care. Even though VAUdE uses only the highest quality zips available, they are always a weak point in the tent’s structure.

Powerframe

When setting up a powerframe, first insert the pins into the poles, then attach the grey clips before securing the red clips.

mark Tent constructionThe VAUdE logo on the connectors must face upward. When setting up the tent, first insert the pins into the poles, then attach the hooks to the connectors. finally, wrap the shock cord around the poles and reattach it.

Ridge expansionIn our Space and Mark tents, don’t forget to stake out the ridge expansions (at the front and back). They create a large vestibule and improve wind stability.

STAKING oUT

• Stakingouttheguylinesiswhatmakesyourtentabsolute-ly wind and waterproof.

• AllVAUDEguylineshavearunnerthatmakesitpossibleto increase tension on the lines while they’re staked out.

• Tofacilitatetentsetupandpreventtrippingoverthelinesin low light conditions, our tents feature reflective guyli-nes.

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of hammering in your stake. In order to adjust the length of the guyline, the line must be thread through the runner. This allows the runner to both maintain the required length without slipping and still be easily adjusted when necessary. Powerframe and mark constructionTo create maximal wind stability, tents need to be properly staked out. place the loops over the pole as shown in the graphic, then tension the guyline as described above.

TAKING DowN

• Removeeverythingfromthetent’sinterior.• Freestandingtentscanbegentlyshakenouttoremove

leaves, sand, and other build up. • Turnthetentoverwithfloorfacingupwardandallowitto

dry a bit longer. • Ifit’snotpossibletodrythetentcompletelybeforepa-

cking it, this should be done within 12 hours to prevent the risk of mold and mildew growth.

• Asinthetentsetup,neverpullthepolesoutofthepolesleeves;ratherpushthemthrough.

• Whenstoringatentinitsstuffsack,makesurethatstakesand poles don’t press against the tent fabric and damage it.

TIP: Zips and guylines before taking down your tent, close all zips and roll up the

guylines. That way you won’t have to untangle them when it comes time to set the tent up again.




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cARE AND cLEANING

General Information• Afloorprotectorisrecommendedtoprotectthetentfrom

dirt and abrasion. • Aftertakingoutthestakes,freestandingtentscanbe

turned upside down and gently shaken out. • Tentsshouldonlybepackedwetinanemergency.Wet

tents should be taken out of their packsack and hung up to dry as soon as possible in order to prevent mold and mildew growth.

TIP: Zipsdifficult zips should be treated with a silicone spray and brushed with a toothbrush to improve performance. If a zip no longer closes correctly (the zipped section opens back up, for example) pinch the zip together gently near the lower end of the zipper pull with a small pair of pliers.

cLEANING

• Ifthetentgetsverydirty,youcansoakitinlukewarmwater (in the bath tub or shower). do not use laundry detergent or other cleaners.

• Neverlaunderatentinawashingmachine!• Afterthoroughlysoakingthetent,washthedirtyareaswith

a solution of Nikwax Tech Wash and water. A soft brush works well for this.

• Letthesolutionsoakinforabout5minutes,thenwipedown the tent with a wet cloth. Rinse the cloth out tho-roughly as you work.

• Aftercleaningthetent,treatitwithNikwaxTentandGearproof.

TIP: UV ProtectionYou can use Nikwax Tent and Gear Solar proof to effectively protect the tent from damage due to the sun’s UV radiation.

SEAm SEALING

• Setupthetentinadry,wellventilatedlocation.• Allsurfacesthatwillbetreatedwithseamsealershould

be clean and taught. • Applyseamsealerfromtheinsidetoallseams.• Abrushwithstiffbristlesorasmallspongeworkbestfor

applying the sealer. • Usesparinglyandallowtodryfor12hours.

TIP: Seam Sealer UseSiliconeSeamSealeronsiliconisedtents;PULiquiSeam for pU fabrics (when resealing is necessary or small holes must be sealed).



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cHooSING A TENT

When it comes time to choose a tent, you should take the following three questions into consideration:

oRIENTATIoNWHERE dO I WANT TO GO?• Riversandlakes• Mountains• Aridzones

wEATHERWHAT WILL THE WEATHER CONdITIONS bE LIKE?• Sun• Wind• Rain• Snow

FUNcTIoNSWHAT TENT fEATURES ARE MOST IMpORTANT fOR ME?• WhatwillIbedoinginthetent?• Whichismoreimportant–lowweightorspaciousness?• Howmanypeople?

SToRAGE

• Tentsshouldbelooselyfoldedtogetherduringstorage.Ifthis isn’t possible due to space considerations, they can also be stored in their packsack.

• Alwaysdryyourtentcompletelybeforestoringitinacool,well ventilated, dry space.

• DonotstoreatentonaPVCfloororindirectcontactwithPVCmaterials,oils,orfuels(gascanisters,etc.)!Thegas-ses emitted from these materials contain plasticizers that can damage your tent over time.

• Takecarethatsharpobjects(stakesorpoles)don’tpushinto the tent fabric. The best option is to roll the poles up in the tent.




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RIVERS AND LAKES

• Mosquitoescanbearealprobleminwarmweatherwhencamping close to rivers and lakes.

• Mosquitonettingthatallowsairtoventilatethroughthetent can be extremely practical.

• Morningdewcanleadtoahighdegreeofcondensationwhen camping near water.

• AllVAUDEtentsofferexcellentventilationinordertoprevent condensation inside the tent.

IN THE moUNTAINS

• Inthemountainsyouhavetocarryallofyourowngear,sometimesoverlongdistances;averylightweighttentisoften the best choice.

• Becausemountainweathercanbesounpredictable,itcanbe an advantage to have a tent that’s especially fast and easy to set up.

• Windandstormscanariseunexpectedlyandfromavarietyof directions. When this happens VAUdE’s highly storm-proof tents are a clear advantage.

ARID ZoNES

• Whenyousetupyourtentinthedesertorotherdryareas, there’s likely to be a lot of sand and dust. This can really stress your zips. In order to get difficult zips back into shape, spray them with a little silicone spray and clean with a toothbrush.

• Tentsmustbewellstakedouttocreateoptimalventila-tion.

• Whennorainorwindisexpected,someVAUDEtents(with inner tent poles) can be set up without the rainfly. This creates the best ventilation while still protecting you from insects.



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wHEATHER/SUN

• Directsunshineshouldbeavoided.

• Theinnertentheatsupquicklyandcanalreadybemuchtoo hot in the early morning.

• UVradiationcausesprematureagingtoyourtentfabric.

TIP: UV radiation protection• YoucanuseNikwaxTent&GearSolarProoftoprotectyour

tent or you can set up a tarp as a sunshade above the tent.

• Instrong,continuoussunshine,atentmadefromsilico-nised material is recommended.

wIND

• Whenstrongwindscanbeexpected,it’sagoodideatochoose a geodesic tent with excellent wind stability.

• Ingeneral,youshouldsetupalltentswiththeentrancedownwind.

• Important:onlywellstakedouttentscanbetrulywindstable!

RAIN

No need to worry about the rain in any VAUdE tent:

• AllVAUDEtentsandtentfloorsareabsolutelywaterproof.Siliconised rain flys sometimes need to be seam sealed with Silnet. This is a one-time action and only necessary when particularly wet weather is expected.

• Adoublewalltenthastheadvantageofbetterventilation.It minimizes condensation build up and the inner tent stays dry.

• Important:whenit’sraining,yourtentneedstobewellstakedout!Thiskeepstheinnerandoutertentsfromco-ming into contact with each other and improves ventilati-on.




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SNow

• Conventionalstakesarenotsuitedforuseinsnow.Stakeswith a v-shape and a broad shovel at the end or a mesh sack filled with snow are ideal.

• Thetentshouldhavesnowflapsforbetterinsulation. • Thetentshouldbewellstakedout(includingsnowflaps)

so that snow doesn’t accumulate on the tent.

FUNcTIoNS

USAGE oF THE TENT

• Ifyouplantouseyourtentalot,lookforfeaturesthatwillincrease the tent’s life span, such as a laminated floor.

• Ifyouplantospendalotoftimeinyourtent,youshouldconsider a tunnel tent or pyramid construction. These types of tents offer excellent spaciousness and plenty of room to move.

• Ifyouhavealotofgear,you’llprofitfromatentwithalarge vestibule.

• Foraconvenientshelteronabiketourortripthroughthemountains, a small, lightweight tent with a small pack size is recommended.



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Low wEIGHT oR SPAcIoUSNESS?

• Whenyou’reoutclimbing,highaltitudehikingorbikingyou’ll quickly learn to appreciate the advantages of a lightweight tent.

• VAUDEUltralighttentsareidealfortheseactivities;none of them weigh more than 2 kg.

• Whenyou’recarcampingoronamotorcycletrip,weightisn’t as important. In these situations you can easily choose a more comfortable (but also heavier) tent since the distance from the parking place to your camping spot tends to be short.




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