rpsmith79 Posted May 31, 2011 Report Share Posted May 31, 2011 As usual, i am completely unprepared for show season, but as this is my first year going to shows, i have absolutely no camping gear what so ever So if any of you seasoned show goers could let me know what i should be getting, then that would be great Also, what sort of tent should i be looking at, i only need it for myself so i don't need anything massive, but should i be looking at a pop up, single skinned, double skinned etc (links would be appreciated, preferable somewhere i can go pick one up as i might be cutting it fine ordering one off the internet) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris CW Posted May 31, 2011 Report Share Posted May 31, 2011 Which show you going to? If you're passing you can just borrow my stuff to save buying it all Heres a little list of what you might need - ---Tent wise--- Pegs Hammer Guide Ropes Ground Sheet Torch/LED lamps Sleeping bag Airbed w/ pump Cushions/Pillows ---Misc--- Bucket w/ car cleaning products Headache Tablets (if you're drinking heavy while there) Energy Drinks Camping chairs Gazebo/Umbrella Toothbrush Deodorant ---Food Wise--- Disposable BBQs Gas stove w/ spare gas Cups (+ Flasks) Plates (paper etc) Cutlery (Plastic forks, cooking utensils etc) Napkins (Tissues, kitchen roll) Coolbox (Fill it with ice and you practically have a freezer for the weekend) Washing up liquid (if you plan to re-use plates/cups) Saucepan Kettle (not electric, of course) All your foods - Sauces (ketchup etc), Bread, cooking oil etc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rpsmith79 Posted May 31, 2011 Author Report Share Posted May 31, 2011 Wow, that's a comprehensive list, cheers Well my first show is YMS, but it is only camping over for one night on the Saturday, and then the show on the Sunday I have just been looking at Festival tents, are they any good, or should i be looking at something with a double skin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sonic Posted May 31, 2011 Report Share Posted May 31, 2011 just a half tidy 2-3 man tent , sleeping bag and an air bed (with pump) you are going to the jae not Siberia Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CelicaBabe Posted May 31, 2011 Report Share Posted May 31, 2011 (edited) Ok -Tent - Double layer in case it pisses down, for comfort I would go for at least a 2 man but probably a 3 man so you can get all your stuff in it as well. -Camping fold up chair -Blow up bed -pillow -duvet - it gets VERY cold on nights, even in the middle of summer -Torch -mallet -BBQ, a cheap £10 one from Asda/Tescos - will last you all year or buy disposable ones but a proper one will cook better and you will get use out of it. If you get a proper little one then you can buy the instant lite bags, very quick and handy and no messing around. -Other cooking items, camping stove etc if not into bbqing -cooking utensils -Plates, cutlery, glass,mug (plastic) -Food inclusing snacks likes crips, biscuits etc -Drink -Clothes, cool and warm and a waterproof jacket -Toiletries -loo roll/kitchen roll -Car cleaning products Thats about it really Edited May 31, 2011 by CelicaBabe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gen6GT Posted May 31, 2011 Report Share Posted May 31, 2011 Ok -Blow up doll Obvious typo fixed... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
izzzzythedog Posted May 31, 2011 Report Share Posted May 31, 2011 me ? tent ( double skinned as a minimum ) airbed and pump ( a double ) sleeping bag or rob the bedding from home , bring pillows either way lantern ( couple of pound shop specials do the job ) cooker plus fuel , presently using/recommend £12 case from wilkinsons , dont forget to get canisters camping set , from 15 quid , you get plates , pots , a kettle , knifes and forks everything you need , mines a picnic hamper with a cooking set in it cool box , £8 from asda at the moment decent chair ( £15) camping table ( £20 asda ) thats all the rest you rape from home Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
antmax7 Posted June 1, 2011 Report Share Posted June 1, 2011 rich nip down to go outdoors near united ground they are cheap! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Razorjack Posted June 1, 2011 Report Share Posted June 1, 2011 (edited) Pop up tents save a lot of hassle, especially if you're only camping somewhere for one night. You don't want to spend most of your time erecting (oo-er) your accommodation if you're going to have to then take it down again the next day! I've just bought a pop up 2-man (as in spacious two man, not two midget!) one from Blacks, half price down to £30. I think this is it. Cleaning wipes (i.e. flash wipes and the likes) are also on my essentials list too, saves having to faff with washing stuff when you can just give it a wipe clean. Again useful if you're only doing one night somewhere. I'd say my essentials for a one nighter would be: - Tent (as above, small/quick one) - Sleeping bag, maybe inflatable matress or groundsheet - Food - its good to include the odd item that doesn't need cooking in case you CBA. Hot cross buns are a favourite of mine, last a few days and make a good snack or breakfast - Drink - plenty of water, especially if its going to be hot - Cooking stove (& gas), kettle (& tea & milk!), utensils - Cleaning wipes - Squaddywash - Lamp/torch - Camping chair - Suntan lotion if you're going anywhere in the summer months; even if its cloudy you can still burn. Maybe a few other bits and bobs depending on where you're going and what the weather is like, but IMO thats the basics. I wouldn't bother so much with cutlery and plates etc for a short stay, really not worth it (man up and use your hands ). Mind you I don't really bother with car cleaning stuff either, but again that depends on the events you go to I guess! Edited June 1, 2011 by Razorjack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlasumm Posted June 4, 2011 Report Share Posted June 4, 2011 (edited) forget the air bed just go down to your local fishing tackle shop and but yourself a carp bed that way your higher off the floor and they are mor comfi and they fit in the 5`s boot easy and then you also dont have to spend ages blowing up or getting the air out of it everytime you use it Edited June 4, 2011 by carlasumm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
izzzzythedog Posted June 4, 2011 Report Share Posted June 4, 2011 airbeds float man i need a new tent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdyGT Posted June 4, 2011 Report Share Posted June 4, 2011 I just ordered one of them pop up ones razorjack put the link up for , they look good for the price and no spending an hour putting up the tent, winner in my eye Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mondo Posted June 4, 2011 Report Share Posted June 4, 2011 All you need for this show, Rich, is a spare hand at all times. Biscuit is a very demanding dog...! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CelicaBen190 Posted June 4, 2011 Report Share Posted June 4, 2011 Gooutdoors have deals on tents at the moment, plus a printable 20% off tents which expires tomorrow. They also do these portable mini gas stoves at £9.99 down from £20 with great reviews. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
izzzzythedog Posted June 4, 2011 Report Share Posted June 4, 2011 Gooutdoors have deals on tents at the moment, plus a printable 20% off tents which expires tomorrow. They also do these portable mini gas stoves at £9.99 down from £20 with great reviews. http://www.gooutdoors.co.uk/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c_jnz Posted June 5, 2011 Report Share Posted June 5, 2011 Decathlon sell those self assemble quenchacha "white devil" tents for a good price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
planc Posted June 5, 2011 Report Share Posted June 5, 2011 http://www.firebox.com/product/3644/VW-Camper-Van-Tent Might not go down to well at a jap show though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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