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Talk Camping Podcast

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We've launched our own podcast - Talk Camping Join us (James & Suzie) as we chat about everything camping, answering the most frequently asked questions regarding our showroom and the cotton canvas tents that we sell, together with everything else outdoors.  Here's the trailer and further episodes are available on our Youtube Channel .  LISTEN BELOW Let us know what you think on our socials or in the comments below and don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss any further shows. More information: www.campingtravelstore.co.uk

Top tips for staying warm

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Our top tips for staying warm whilst camping. If you have any other great tips - let us know in the comments below.

First Pitch of the 300 & 220 Karsten Combination

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Well, despite the cold and us sleeping in the Human Comfort tent, we did manage to get the flagship Karsten out for it's first official pitch. I much prefer to see a tent actually pitched as opposed to a library picture. The awnings are not fully pegged out, so the material would be more taught. The zip-in groundsheet was much easier to handle and fit than I was expecting and really does give it an element of luxury. All in all, it was a great weekend and as you can see, we managed to get the Karsten Carp Tent up as well!

FOR SALE:

We have just had instructions to add the following: 2006 Karsten 300 for sales in the Staffordshire Area For further details, please click HERE

Hertford CCC and the Human Comfort Marne Tent

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Well, the BBC weather forcast did not disappoint - minus 4 at 8pm as my daughter and I settled down for the night. The Marne tent, was easy to pitch using 3 poles and the fly and inner pitched together in about 5 minutes. I was really impressed with the tent. The two windows and the front let in good light, there was excellent ventilation throughout, and no condensation in the morning. The tent is described as a 'Technical Cotton' (polycotton) but is much softer to the touch than the main stream polycottons available on the market. The front porch has it's own ground sheet and the rear storage does not, but allows for other 'dirty' equipment to be stowed away. Both the doors from the inner tent have the fly net integrated and the rain porch to the front is a great little addition. We used the Human-Comfort self inflating air mats with optional foam topper and cover as well as Human Comfort sleeping bags (both to be reviewed soon). I have to admit it was really toas

New Year - New Venture

We have received confirmation from Karsten that the show tents have been made and after having the finishing touches added, should be available for viewing from the End of January. We should also have all the stock from the Human Comfort range of Camping Equipment and Accessories available by then to. If you are interested in viewing the Karsten Inflatable Tents, or would like to be kept updated about the Human Comfort range, please visit out websites, Camping Travel Store or Karsten Tent Club to request the information you require.