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Vango says:
The Banshee is an instantly recognisable shape, sheltering decades of adventurers from the elements from campsites to beaches and peaks to valleys.
The Banshee UL reimagines this iconic design in an all new, ultralight format, pushing the boundaries of tent design. Packed full of our top tech and built for outdoor adventurers and enthusiasts looking to reach new heights. Our Protex 10D ripstop nylon flysheet is 100% PFC free to reduce the environmental impact without sacrificing on performance or weight saving.
Updated external poles help reduce weight further with angled pre bends to maximise internal living space. Celebrating 60 years of heritage and innovation with Vango and Force Ten.
Our Verdict
We're working out what we think about Vango’s F10 Banshee UL 2 Tent We'll add our comments here in due course.
- Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear
Features
- Tunnel tent construction - A quick and easy to pitch design that reduces overall weight without compromising on internal volume
- All-In-One Pitching - Quick and easy to pitch and pack away by leaving the inner clipped into the flysheet. It can also be pitched flysheet-first without the inner to provide a simple shelter.
- PowerLite Plus Poles - Lightweight, compact and durable 7001-T6 alloy balancing weight and strength
- Protex 10.SRN - An ultra lightweight 10 denier silicone and PU reinforced ripstop nylon flysheet fabric with 3,000mm HH rating to protect against the elements. 100% PFC free to reduce environmental impacts.
- TBS Pro Tension Band System - Unique to Vango F10 tents, our internal guying system creates a triangulation between the poles peak and the base of the tent to reduce sideways deformation making your tent more stable and secure in high winds and adverse weather
- Inner tent made from durable, lightweight ripstop nylon and breathable mesh to increase ventilation and reduce condensation for a comfortable nights sleep
- Ultra lightweight 20 denier ripstop nylon groundsheet with 6,000mm hydrostatic head to protect from the elements.
- A 100% PFC free silicone and PU coating reduces environmental impact.
- Bathtub groundsheet that extends 10cm up the inner tent to keep you dry in harsh weather
- High strength Dyneema core guylines are lighter and more durable than traditional guylines
- High grip guyline adjusters securely hold tension in even the harshest conditions and can be easily adjusted with one hand
- 16cm anodized alloy V pegs found exclusively on our F10 range provide secure anchoring in varied ground conditions
- Fully Taped Seams - All flysheet and groundsheet seams are factory taped for a watertight seal
- Partial mesh inner door ensures maximum airflow whilst keeping out bugs
- Multiple Reflective Points - On pegging points for visibility in low light
- Single porch provides covered storage space for your kit
- Fast Pack tent bag with an oversized top opening design makes it easier to pack away. Drawcord and compression straps keep pack size to a minimum
- Internal Storage Pockets - Provides convenient storage within the inner tent, keeping essentials close to hand
- Fully Rain Tested - Weather tested to standard EN ISO 5912 for peace of mind. This tent is suitable for use in wet and windy weather. Cautionary level storms and extreme weather should be avoided
- Fire Retardant Fabrics - Exceeds European EN5912 safety standard
Specifications
- Flysheet weighs: 424g
- Inner weighs: 452g
- Poles weigh: 292g
- Total weight: 1168g (excludes pegs & bags)
- Pegs x 11 weigh: 139g
- Pack size: 40.0 x ⌀12.0cm
- Capacity: 2
- Entrances: 2
Material & Construction
- Flysheet: Protex 10.SRN Reinforced Nylon, 3,000 HH
- Groundsheet: 20D Ripstop Nylon, 6,000 HH
