EriKcEN
Traveller
7 comments
Posted 14 years ago
[b]Hey![/b]
I'm going interrailing with my girlfriend this summer and I have a few questions.
We are going to camp for most of the trip and we are little confused about all the things we have to buy.
Therefore I am in need of a little help in choosing the following equipment:
- Tent
- Cooking equipment
- Rugsack approx. 50L
I have looked at the: www.completeoutdoors.co.uk/Vango-Tempest-300-Backpacking-Tent-_dash_-2009-Model
and www.completeoutdoors.co.uk/Vango-Banshee-300-3-Person-Lightweight-Backpacking-Tent-2010 .
My first choice would be the Banshee 300 but I think it will be to small inside (i'm thinking about the height and so on) So im more up for the tempest 300, what do you think?
In the cooking appartment, I would really love to have a Trangia gas burner set, But I think it's too expensive, what do you think about the following?:
www.completeoutdoors.co.uk/Coleman-F1-Spirit-Gas-Stove
and www.completeoutdoors.co.uk/Vango-Non_dash_Stick-Cook-Kit-2-Person
how long will it last?
Rugsack? Any Ideas? :)
I hope you can help!
Flo
Traveller
10724 comments
Hi!
About the tent. Consider that there is only a 10cm difference in height between them but about half a kilo weight difference. So unless you want to save the 15 pounds, go with the banshee if it is your favourite.
If you take some foil or similar with you to build a nice windshield those stoves should be fine. Just check that the mount is compatible with gas containers you find at the markets at the campsites. The cook kit is certainly nice but think how often you are going to cook (and what) - if you're just doing noodles or rice with some sauces a single pot is enough and you can save some money.
Rucksack - if possible try different ones at a shop to see which one fits your back best. Size adjustment and one strap for the hips and one for the chest are important in order the rucksack fits well and you wont get exhausted so easily while carrying it! :)
Depending on how long your trip is going to last I'd say something between 50 to 70 litres should be enough. I have a 65+10 Lafuma which proved to be perfect for both short (10) and longer (6 weeks) trips. Dont take too much clothes with you, you will be able to wash them during your trip. Oh, and I prefer a zipper that opens the whole main compartment - makes it easier to pick particular things out.
Flo 8)
CalltheZoo
Traveller
1 comments
Someone correct me if i'm wrong but if your going around europe you'll be better off getting a campingaz stove because they don't sell coleman gas cartridges.
Flo
Traveller
10724 comments
Yeah, I was trying to explain that as well:
[quote]Just check that the mount is compatible with gas containers you find at the markets at the campsites.[/quote]
But my english was quite bad yesterday apparently... :D