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Is this type of thing the future of CT.
« on: September 18, 2012, 08:40:14 PM »
I have been thinking about CT's lately.
In a few searches I have come across this type of thing:

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Camper-Trailer-Camping-Tent-Caravan-Off-Road-Use-/140837166144?pt=AU_Tents&hash=item20ca8c9c40#ht_7003wt_1037

Whilst this one isn't right in my opinion do you think this style of CT will become the norm in the future, light wieght, easily changeable etc.
Why do we persist with heavy duty canvas when most tents are made from alot lighter weight materials.

I am not suggesting this is the be all and end all of campers but can dome shaped nylon tents be used in CT's and do you reckon they could work ok?

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Re: Is this type of thing the future of CT.
« Reply #1 on: September 18, 2012, 08:54:10 PM »
Great for mardi gras :)
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Re: Is this type of thing the future of CT.
« Reply #2 on: September 18, 2012, 09:12:58 PM »
I will pick you up on the way....................... :-*

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Is this type of thing the future of CT.
« Reply #3 on: September 18, 2012, 09:18:07 PM »
For mine canvas is much more comfortable in both hot and cold conditions. Also the canvas will last longer.

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Re: Is this type of thing the future of CT.
« Reply #4 on: September 18, 2012, 10:47:46 PM »
I had my eye on these in the States a few years ago. They are a good design if you want to take a Quad bike with you.

I'm surprised that they are only $4k in Aus! Good for the occasional weekend user...

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Re: Is this type of thing the future of CT.
« Reply #5 on: September 18, 2012, 11:54:33 PM »
looks like a portable dunny!
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Re: Is this type of thing the future of CT.
« Reply #6 on: September 19, 2012, 08:38:52 AM »
Looks pretty flimsy, I recon canvas will stand up to more punishment
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Re: Is this type of thing the future of CT.
« Reply #7 on: September 19, 2012, 10:30:25 AM »


If they are that cheap then maybe for the occassional weekend warrior with a few kids, but for we hard core professional campers, probably not as we already know what works and what doesn't.

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Re: Is this type of thing the future of CT.
« Reply #8 on: September 19, 2012, 12:07:41 PM »
Many people are going for "tropical roofs" on their campers.  This is another roof layer so I wonder if designing a tent and fly arrangement from the start would give a better result.  There are reasons tents have gone this way why not campertrailers?

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Re: Is this type of thing the future of CT.
« Reply #9 on: September 19, 2012, 12:17:38 PM »
I think it's great to see something completely different and innovative in the market although I'm not sure these will gain popularity the way that lightweight acrylic dome tents have. $4k is a lot to spend vs a decent quality fast-erect tent at around $1k.
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« Reply #10 on: September 19, 2012, 04:55:39 PM »
I like it! I don't want one but I like the idea. An incredibly light off-road version with a kitchen and all the gear we all like might shake up the market. I just don't know how long the tent or the trailer would last with lots of use though.

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Re: Is this type of thing the future of CT.
« Reply #11 on: September 19, 2012, 05:23:18 PM »
Great for mardi gras :)

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Re: Is this type of thing the future of CT.
« Reply #12 on: September 19, 2012, 07:00:55 PM »
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« Reply #13 on: September 19, 2012, 07:21:03 PM »
I little bit of sick came up when I saw that
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Re: Is this type of thing the future of CT.
« Reply #14 on: September 19, 2012, 07:44:54 PM »
I think it is cool.
With the Quad it would be awsome on a hunting trip I reckon...
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Re: Is this type of thing the future of CT.
« Reply #15 on: September 20, 2012, 03:21:06 PM »
Not a great fan of the the multi dome set up, but can see why they chose it.
As for the choice of light weight materials vs long life spans of heavier material, I'd say that both looked after badly would result in a pile of scrap.
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Re: Is this type of thing the future of CT.
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