Thinking of purchasing a tent? Read these TENT TIPS & FACTS first.
What if it’s windy?
This tent is designed for use in moderate camping conditions (if pitched correctly) . I.E. Wind speed below 25 mph for fibreglass framed tents and 35 mph for steel framed tents. The pegs supplied are for good camping ground. For windy areas we recommend purchasing sturdier pegs. Always use all the guy-lines, whatever the weather.

Will I get wet?
Tent manufacturers make tents as waterproof as they can, taking into account price and features. No tent is guaranteed 100% waterproof by us or the manufacturers. With polyester tents taped seams help keep the water out, but use of seam-seal may still be necessary. Zips are not waterproof, but are covered to help prevent water ingress under most conditions.
Extra Information for polycotton tents:
Polycotton tents may need their seams sealed before and after use. Polycotton tents are not as waterproof as polyester tents and water may penetrate in heavy rain. 

Will there be condensation? 
Condensation is often confused with leaking. Even a well ventilated tent can get condensation causing puddles inside the tent or a fine mist caused by wind shaking condensation off the inside of the flysheet.

Will things break?
Fibreglass poles can break in windy conditions, when pitched incorrectly or undue strain is put on them during pitching. Replacement sections can be purchased from most camping shops. The shock-cord which keeps the poles together can be easily damaged when emptying the poles out of the bag – repair kits can be purchased from most camping shops.
As a tent nears the end of its life span (see below), the material becomes weaker and more prone to tearing.

Damage caused my wear & tear and misuse (including wind damage) is never covered under warranty.

How long will my tent last?
Due to UV exposure, Polyester tents have a life span of between 12 and 14 weeks use depending on quality. Poly-cotton tents have a life span of 25+ weeks (if cared for correctly).

Which tent material is best?
Listed below are some advantages and disadvantages:

Polyester tents:
Advantages - Price, weight, ease of care and waterproofness.
Disadvantages - Life span, condensation and noise.

Polycotton tents:
Advantages - Life span, breathability, noise.
Disadvantages - Price, less waterproof, weight and size.