Robens Prospector Shack
With the Outback range of tents and gear, Robens has tapped into something a bit different. It’s more Ray Mears than Cath Kidston – aimed at campers who want a back-to-basics approach but without having to rough it too much.
It’s not exactly glamorous, in fact the sort of people who would buy this tent would probably be indignant at the thought of being described as glampers. But equally it’s something that goes beyond simple camping. The inspiration for the whole range is the sepia-tinged images of early American pioneers gathering round the campfire. But the important thing is that it’s not enough for the tent to just look great, it has to work just as well.
The Prospector Shack has a sturdy steel A-frame with ridge pole supporting a rugged, technical polycotton flysheet so you can be confident it will be stable and waterproof, whatever the weather.
Inside, it’s spacious and airy, with that ‘new tent’ smell that will evoke memories of camping trips in a bygone era. You should consider a Robens stove – the Prospector is fitted with a chimney port and a zip flap at the rear of the sewn-in groundsheet.
KEY INFORMATION
PRICE £850 WEBSITE robens.de KEY FEATURES
► Cabin-shaped construction
► Polycotton fabric
► Reflective guylines
► Sewn-in groundsheet
►Stove pipe port
WHO’S IT FOR?
Groups of friends or family who want to head to the country for traditional back-to-basics weekends – and stand out from the crowd
WHAT’S GOOD?
Retro camping appearance; breathable technical polycotton fabric; spacious interior; optional inner bedrooms are available to buy separately
SPECIFICATIONS
Berths 6
Packed weight 24.6kg
Packed size 84 x 34cm
Pitching time 20 mins
Style Cabin
Materials Outer Polycotton
Poles Steel
Waterproof (hydrostatic head) N/A
Height 230cm
Width 325cm
Length 240cm
LAYOUT GUIDE
ALL DIMENSIONS IN CM | NOT TO SCALE
OUR VERDICT
This is glamping for campers who are more interested in escaping to the wilderness than throws and bunting. The Prospector Shack summons up the old pioneer spirit with a modern-day twist.