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Stable, weather-ready shelter with a proven tunnel design and a focus on reliability
Vango says:
The F10 Xenon Ultralight 2 tent utilises Gothic Arch poles combined with TBS® Pro to create a stable two pole tunnel design which is quick and easy to pitch and strike. Perfect for those seeking greater headroom in the inner tent area, the Xenon UL 2 tent also features a large vent over the door allowing plenty of air flow and shelter from the rain. It also benefits from a low weight and small pack size, perfect for intensive activities, such as trekking, biking and all mountaineering adventures.
Our Verdict
The Vango F10 Xenon UL 2 Tent is built around a well-established design that prioritises stability and ease of use on the trail. There are no major recent updates, and it continues with the same layout that has made it a consistent option in this category.
The tunnel construction with Gothic arches provides ample headroom throughout the main living area. Space is typical for a lightweight two person tent, with enough width for two mats, though it feels more comfortable as a solo shelter with extra room for gear. The single porch is generous, with room to store gear or cook if needed
Pitching is quick, the all-in-one pitch keeps the inner protected in poor weather, and once pegged and properly guyed out, the tent feels solid.
Weather performance is a clear strength. The tunnel shape and tensioning system create a shelter that handles wind and sustained rain well.
At 1683g for the fly, inner and poles, it sits in a middle ground between weight and durability, with a focus on dependable performance in exposed conditions.
- Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear
Features
- Protex 15.SRN - A lightweight 15 denier silicone reinforced ripstop nylon flysheet fabric with 3,000mm HH rating to protect against the elements
- PowerLite Plus Poles - Lightweight, compact and durable 7001-T6 alloy balancing weight and strength
- Tunnel tent construction - A quick and easy to pitch design that reduces overall weight without compromising on internal volume
- All in One Pitching - Flysheet and inner pitch together. Simple and quick to pitch and strike
- Gothic Arch pole structure peaks at the apex to increase stability and aid water or snow run-off from the flysheet
- 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
- 70D Ripstop nylon 6 groundsheet balances low weight and high durability with a waterproof 6,000mm HH rating
- 15D Nylon Inner Tent Fabric - 15D 28gsm breathable nylon inner tent
- Fully Taped Seams - All flysheet and groundsheet seams are factory taped for a watertight seal
- O-Shaped inner doors allow smooth zip motion that can be opened with one hand
- Partial mesh inner door ensures maximum airflow whilst keeping out bugs
- Flysheet Door Vent - Open from the top to ventilate porch
- Internal Storage Pockets - Provides convenient storage within the inner tent, keeping essentials close to hand
- High Level Pockets - Ideal for storage or to position a torch for light
- High strength Dyneema core guylines are lighter and more durable than traditional guylines
- Mini High Grip Guyline Runners- The tensioner locks guylines securely in tension, is easy to release and will give a high performance in all conditions
- Dyneema Pegging Points - Can be modified for use with skis or snow anchors
- 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
Specifications
- Flysheet weighs: 750g
- Inner weighs: 316g
- Poles weigh: 320g
- Total weight: 1683g(excludes pegs & bags)
- Pegs x 18 weigh:188g
- Pack size: 40.0 x ⌀13.0cm
- 3000mm HH
Material & Construction
- 15D Silicone Reinforced Nylon, 3,000 HH
- 70D Ripstop nylon 6 groundsheet
