Thank you so much for taking the time to do this, daughter has a Covid safe tent sleepover at a friends tomorrow and I'd be at a complete loss how to sort my old Banshee out. It's 5 years old, hopefully same idea, will let you know if not! Again - lifesaver!
Hi. Thanks for this review with all the details. I bought the Banshee 200 this summer like an other German here in the video comments. I ordered it for 116 € over Amazon as well. I used the Banshee on motorcycle trips in France an Germany within the past few weeks. The Banshee is perfect for that because of its weight, package size, features and easy and fast setup. For me it's enough space in it for me and my luggage. For two persons plus luggage it's to small I think. A perfect outdoor product for this price. Best regards from Germany Jörg
Hey Jòrg, this tent is fantastic for the price. The 300 is perfect for 2 persons. The 200 is only good for 1....Nice to speak to you and one day I hope to camp in Germany, I do have followers on here from Germany and tell me how good it is their to camp. All the best and I'll see you on the next video
Great video. Collecting mine tomorrow and may have to pitch late in the evening so this will help! My dad's Ham radio since the '50s. G3KNU still going strong at 87
Hi, Yes this is my favourite tent. I'm going to start getting out more soon....hope you have a good time and please let me know how you get on...I've just looked up your Dad and he has a good set up on the pic bless him...M7LLA is my callsign. Speak soon mate and take care
@@bear.chills I'm amazed he got planning permission in the middle of an estate for his mast. People complained when he was transmitting it affected their tvs so he went round putting filters on them :) I'll let you know how I get on. take care
Update. Put up tent no problem at all. In hindsight I could have pegged it better to give a bit more space between inner and flysheet. Rained in night and kept perfectly dry. Ok space for just me with a couple of bags but as I'll be working at festivals I'll get the banshee gear store add on to give me a bit more space. Followed your video to a T and was easy peasy to put up and take down. Thanks again.
Just got this delivered to Germany from the UK yesterday. Cost 116€ delivered. Spent most of the night in it, until a thunderstorm rolled in and I went inside the house. So far quite impressive for the price, seems underpriced if anything. This video helped me a LOT with the set up, and the little features that I would have overlooked otherwise. Thank you so much 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
They are excellent for the price...it as a TBS system for stormy weathers. Yes it's a bit bulky and weight is slightly over from an expensive tent, but the price is right. It's a great starter tent in my opinion. Have fun....P.S you got it at a good price delivered.
@@bear.chills I bought it through Amazon but the seller is a UK company called Blacks. It's the only information I can see. German websites have it for over €200. Yes it's a bit bulky but I have to compromise somewhere. I'll hopefully be in the Austrian Alps with it end of July 👍🏻 PS the problem with the storm was the massive thunderbolts crashing nearby. Since I was only out in the garden I figured there was no sense in sticking it out 😅
@@motioninmind6015 ha yes you did right....Blacks is a massive company mate and I think its owned by Go Outdoors well basically JD Sports so you'll have no problem with them. I just love the design and 2 doors. Have fun
@@bear.chills haha aye, it packs Ok but might just be used to it now to be honest, my window for wild camping/fishing has meant only do it in warmer months so not carrying much anyway so hardly notice the weight so might be a pain if you were hitting the hills in Winter with full kit
Yes, I guess it all depends on what kind of camping you do. Aslong as where out and happy that's all that counts. Once off lock down I myself is heading straight to the hills.
Well I found a critical point. Mine's been standing in the garden two rainy days and nights now. I just checked and it was CRAWLING with "ear wigs", not sure what they're called in UK. Spent the last 30min removing them. Point of entry are the openings for the TBS straps. I unclipped the straps and pushed them through to the outside, then pinched the Velcro on the openings closed. After long inspection, I think one other possible access point will be the small gap between the double zipper fobs (or whatever you call them) of the inner flyscreen doors. Don't believe I'll need the TBS tensioner in general, so will just leave the straps outside till it's necessary.
Wow, never heard that before, yes the velcro leaves minimal opening, the ear wigs must of been determined and I can't remember how much gap the zip left....abit worrying now but I've never had a problem with mine hence no mention. How did it hold up in the rain.....good idea taking the TBS system out if not needed. I'll pitch mine up soon and have a close look.
@@bear.chills Yeah, ear wigs are extremely determined little buggers, and our garden is apparently a major ear wig metropolis, haha. Anyway, I've spent the last two nights in the Banshee. It's been raining constantly but I've stayed dry except for some condensation which I think is totally acceptable given the wet humid conditions. I left the TBS straps out. I've aso been testing my new Trekology Aluft air mat. It's about 10cm thick, takes 22 strong puffs to fill, and is more comfortable than my normal bed. The reason I mention it though is the low-hanging inner tent in the Banshee becomes a problem (for me) with the raised mat. I have an idea for a permanent solution which I want to try in the next days. My temporary solution was to clamp the inner text to the flysheet with a spring clamp. But I worry that that might damage the material long term.
Yes I think I forgot about that regarding the 'the sag' on the inner tent in my review, it was a problem especially if your tall but not enough for me to modify it, I suppose you could try velcro or something but never let the outer and inner touch. Depends what camping trip you go on regarding the Air bed but my full v 3 Quater length self inflating mat video explains in detail which one to go for. So in Hermany are you all un locked
I'm looking for a tent for a 630 mile, 35 day hike next year. This is a real contender & a good all rounder. I like the weight of the Lanshan Pro 200 but it just hasn't got the build quality. I am also looking at the Cloud Up2 & Helm 1 Compact. I'm very conscious of weight but I am prepared to carry a bit more for better quality.
@@bear.chills The MSR Elixer 2 isn't too expensive & looks a decent quality tent. More expensive tents can disappear from public pitches when left unattended & I wouldn't want anything that screams, nick me! Cheers!
@@bear.chills I'll be on the SWCP from Minehead to Poole & plan to use public campsites. Other walkers say there are very few places left to wild camp along the path.....a morning shower is nice treat too!
effyleven YES - they are still making it; I’ve had mine years now...made in 2010... it’s just the most amazing tent. I have four. A gelert solo one man, a Vango banshee 200 (as stated;two man tent), a rage 3 man tent and a rage four man.... Vango DEFINITELY make the more superior quality tents. Mine has the orange inner tent, as described, and is without the second door or extra pockets. But tbh, I wouldn’t use those anyway, and I use it as a solo tent anyway, so why would I need an extra door ??? 🤣🤣 But saying that, if I ever needed to upgrade/replace, I would DEFINITELY look at buying a Vango tent first choice... you just can’t beat their quality 😊
Hi, I loved the flysheet (honeycomb) on the one you have...ok, so the difference's, the new version as ripstop flysheet, Yonan poles and obviously the grey inner....so not much of a change and the new colour the pale green is absolutely horid and the midges love it....I'd stick with yours until they do a major change....they is also a maxi version out for the taller people. Anymore questions please do ask, thanks pal.
Mesh course its a big deal , its a massive deal , if oex can do the same tent for £55 fully meshed doors , im sure vango can ( not slating vango BUT the quality has dropped since they merged ) the oex is actually lighter and packs smaller to because of the mesh Pull your fingers out vango ; the oex phoxx 2v11 is half a kg lighter , as is the vango cairngorm 2oo
My new channel is based on outdoors also amateur radio, sota etc. The codes are actually call signs of the person. Mine is M7 LLA. To get a call sign you after go on a course and pass an exam. Please look up amateur radio. SOTA is like a part of amateur radio..were you climb summits and get points for climbing the summits...the higher the summit the more points you get. Sota (Summits on the air) is a world wide hobby. Please see my video I did on doing a sota activation. I've decided to merge my wild camping with radio communications. Hope this helps. 73 ( best wishes)
Why do all the people who review this tent hardly ever mention the head height, and when they do they don't say how tall they are, also they never show the vestibule properly...
Hi, thanks for your feedback . I was pretty new to TH-cam at the time. I've noted what you said and in the future, I shall do this. Kind regards, Bear Chills
@@bear.chills Mate, I would still say that this review was one of the best I've seen. It was clear ,concise, and well presented. For some odd reason they all seem to forget to mention if you can make a brew in it. I know we are not supposed to but we do !
I believe the inner of the Banshee is around 7ft in length. I strongly suggest you try goto your local Go Outdoors and get in one to get the feel of it and try it out. These are an amazing tents for the price. Cheers.
Thank you so much for taking the time to do this, daughter has a Covid safe tent sleepover at a friends tomorrow and I'd be at a complete loss how to sort my old Banshee out. It's 5 years old, hopefully same idea, will let you know if not! Again - lifesaver!
Hi, hopefully it all went well, keep safe
Thank you. I'm about to have a test pitch in the park and this has been most useful. Cheers.
Good camera view, quality recording and amazing tent set up
Cheers
I've the cairngorm, love it ✌️ good on you for showing people how to pitch it, 1st time is always the worst.
Thanks for the review-heard lots of positives about the banshee- will be getting one myself come spring. All the best.
For the money you can't beat a Banshee. By that time, just check with Vango has they may be releasing a newer version..you never know.
Excellent review. Very thorough. Thanks very much.
Thanks for the insight on this tent.
Thanks
Hi. Thanks for this review with all the details. I bought the Banshee 200 this summer like an other German here in the video comments. I ordered it for 116 € over Amazon as well. I used the Banshee on motorcycle trips in France an Germany within the past few weeks. The Banshee is perfect for that because of its weight, package size, features and easy and fast setup. For me it's enough space in it for me and my luggage. For two persons plus luggage it's to small I think. A perfect outdoor product for this price. Best regards from Germany Jörg
Hey Jòrg, this tent is fantastic for the price. The 300 is perfect for 2 persons. The 200 is only good for 1....Nice to speak to you and one day I hope to camp in Germany, I do have followers on here from Germany and tell me how good it is their to camp. All the best and I'll see you on the next video
Great video. Collecting mine tomorrow and may have to pitch late in the evening so this will help! My dad's Ham radio since the '50s. G3KNU still going strong at 87
Hi, Yes this is my favourite tent. I'm going to start getting out more soon....hope you have a good time and please let me know how you get on...I've just looked up your Dad and he has a good set up on the pic bless him...M7LLA is my callsign. Speak soon mate and take care
@@bear.chills I'm amazed he got planning permission in the middle of an estate for his mast. People complained when he was transmitting it affected their tvs so he went round putting filters on them :) I'll let you know how I get on. take care
Update. Put up tent no problem at all. In hindsight I could have pegged it better to give a bit more space between inner and flysheet. Rained in night and kept perfectly dry. Ok space for just me with a couple of bags but as I'll be working at festivals I'll get the banshee gear store add on to give me a bit more space. Followed your video to a T and was easy peasy to put up and take down. Thanks again.
The Banshee Gear Store is great. It's designed for the Banshee, to provide more space for equipment on longer tours.
I don't agree mate tbh, I've had it and the tarp is alot better.
@@bear.chills
Great advice. Your demo is very detailed and professionally done.
Thank you
Just got this delivered to Germany from the UK yesterday. Cost 116€ delivered. Spent most of the night in it, until a thunderstorm rolled in and I went inside the house. So far quite impressive for the price, seems underpriced if anything.
This video helped me a LOT with the set up, and the little features that I would have overlooked otherwise. Thank you so much 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
They are excellent for the price...it as a TBS system for stormy weathers. Yes it's a bit bulky and weight is slightly over from an expensive tent, but the price is right. It's a great starter tent in my opinion. Have fun....P.S you got it at a good price delivered.
@@bear.chills I bought it through Amazon but the seller is a UK company called Blacks. It's the only information I can see. German websites have it for over €200.
Yes it's a bit bulky but I have to compromise somewhere. I'll hopefully be in the Austrian Alps with it end of July 👍🏻
PS the problem with the storm was the massive thunderbolts crashing nearby. Since I was only out in the garden I figured there was no sense in sticking it out 😅
@@motioninmind6015 ha yes you did right....Blacks is a massive company mate and I think its owned by Go Outdoors well basically JD Sports so you'll have no problem with them. I just love the design and 2 doors. Have fun
Great review, loved this buddy. 👍
Good little channel you got there bud. It's brayshaw . I watched a few now and make good viewing.
Cheers mate , hope your all good
Yeah man doing sound bro
Thanks for a great review 👍.
Thanks for the feedback
Best tent going, love the max version as I am 6'3"
I'm lucky been shortish ha...how does the max pack down, because the banshee dont really pack down too small. Great tents though.
@@bear.chills haha aye, it packs Ok but might just be used to it now to be honest, my window for wild camping/fishing has meant only do it in warmer months so not carrying much anyway so hardly notice the weight so might be a pain if you were hitting the hills in Winter with full kit
Yes, I guess it all depends on what kind of camping you do. Aslong as where out and happy that's all that counts. Once off lock down I myself is heading straight to the hills.
@@craigrfoley been after a longer tent.. 6"3 myself and struggling to find one
Great review. Very informative.
Thank you,. See you on the next video
Excellent well explained video
Thank you glad you liked the video
The best Review
Thank you
ok just watched this video and yes great video but poor choice of music tho lol but yea well done and keep up the hard work
This was when I first started TH-cam, so was getting the feel for it...I now only have 1 themed intro on my channel...thanks for the sub.
P.s they've stopped making the Banshee now
@@bear.chills really my mate bought one on Friday or they stopped making the pro virson and thats ok
@@willwattsoutdoors7372 yes, Vange is stopped producing the Banshee
Thank god they dropped the orange interior finnish !
Yes, it hurt your eyes in the sun ha
Terrible on the old retina's , made me blink like i had pebble lens glasses on
Thanks for the video I just bought one today n this is just wanted to see 😁
You've made the right choice, Great for the price. Enjoy
Well I found a critical point. Mine's been standing in the garden two rainy days and nights now. I just checked and it was CRAWLING with "ear wigs", not sure what they're called in UK. Spent the last 30min removing them.
Point of entry are the openings for the TBS straps. I unclipped the straps and pushed them through to the outside, then pinched the Velcro on the openings closed.
After long inspection, I think one other possible access point will be the small gap between the double zipper fobs (or whatever you call them) of the inner flyscreen doors.
Don't believe I'll need the TBS tensioner in general, so will just leave the straps outside till it's necessary.
Wow, never heard that before, yes the velcro leaves minimal opening, the ear wigs must of been determined and I can't remember how much gap the zip left....abit worrying now but I've never had a problem with mine hence no mention. How did it hold up in the rain.....good idea taking the TBS system out if not needed. I'll pitch mine up soon and have a close look.
@@bear.chills Yeah, ear wigs are extremely determined little buggers, and our garden is apparently a major ear wig metropolis, haha. Anyway, I've spent the last two nights in the Banshee. It's been raining constantly but I've stayed dry except for some condensation which I think is totally acceptable given the wet humid conditions. I left the TBS straps out.
I've aso been testing my new Trekology Aluft air mat. It's about 10cm thick, takes 22 strong puffs to fill, and is more comfortable than my normal bed. The reason I mention it though is the low-hanging inner tent in the Banshee becomes a problem (for me) with the raised mat. I have an idea for a permanent solution which I want to try in the next days.
My temporary solution was to clamp the inner text to the flysheet with a spring clamp. But I worry that that might damage the material long term.
Yes I think I forgot about that regarding the 'the sag' on the inner tent in my review, it was a problem especially if your tall but not enough for me to modify it, I suppose you could try velcro or something but never let the outer and inner touch. Depends what camping trip you go on regarding the Air bed but my full v 3 Quater length self inflating mat video explains in detail which one to go for.
So in Hermany are you all un locked
I'm looking for a tent for a 630 mile, 35 day hike next year. This is a real contender & a good all rounder. I like the weight of the Lanshan Pro 200 but it just hasn't got the build quality. I am also looking at the Cloud Up2 & Helm 1 Compact. I'm very conscious of weight but I am prepared to carry a bit more for better quality.
Have you looked at MSR tents, these are expensive but light and have a good reputation
@@bear.chills The MSR Elixer 2 isn't too expensive & looks a decent quality tent. More expensive tents can disappear from public pitches when left unattended & I wouldn't want anything that screams, nick me! Cheers!
Hmmm if you wild camp you should not see anyone for miles around ha
@@bear.chills I'll be on the SWCP from Minehead to Poole & plan to use public campsites. Other walkers say there are very few places left to wild camp along the path.....a morning shower is nice treat too!
Did you do the SWCP...I'd of used the OEX PHOZZ 2 not so bad of it got pinched ha
Nice.
Love it
There's nothing quite like the Banshee for features and value. But are Vango still making it?
Hi, for the money it's the best tent out there.... Yes this is the latest version out and as only been out since 2018.
effyleven YES - they are still making it; I’ve had mine years now...made in 2010... it’s just the most amazing tent. I have four. A gelert solo one man, a Vango banshee 200 (as stated;two man tent), a rage 3 man tent and a rage four man.... Vango DEFINITELY make the more superior quality tents. Mine has the orange inner tent, as described, and is without the second door or extra pockets. But tbh, I wouldn’t use those anyway, and I use it as a solo tent anyway, so why would I need an extra door ??? 🤣🤣
But saying that, if I ever needed to upgrade/replace, I would DEFINITELY look at buying a Vango tent first choice... you just can’t beat their quality 😊
Hi, you are right the quality is amazing but having a 2nd door is so much better as you can utilize both for views, cooking, entry etc
cheers for review just got 1 🤙🤙🤙
You won't be disappointed...Keep an eye out for adventures I'll be doing along side this tent this year.
Bear Chills
Great vid had my banshee 5 years or so you mentioned you had the orange in side like mine is there much difference or is it to make sound up dated
Hi, I loved the flysheet (honeycomb) on the one you have...ok, so the difference's, the new version as ripstop flysheet, Yonan poles and obviously the grey inner....so not much of a change and the new colour the pale green is absolutely horid and the midges love it....I'd stick with yours until they do a major change....they is also a maxi version out for the taller people. Anymore questions please do ask, thanks pal.
@@bear.chills thanks for getting back to me cheers 🍻
Why do some say banshee 200 pro and some just say banshee 200? Is there a difference?
Yes, the Pro been the latest version. Ripstop material in a nutshell
Mesh course its a big deal , its a massive deal , if oex can do the same tent for £55 fully meshed doors , im sure vango can ( not slating vango BUT the quality has dropped since they merged ) the oex is actually lighter and packs smaller to because of the mesh Pull your fingers out vango ; the oex phoxx 2v11 is half a kg lighter , as is the vango cairngorm 2oo
Vange merged with who
Thanks for the review. What’s with all the strange codes in the comments?
My new channel is based on outdoors also amateur radio, sota etc. The codes are actually call signs of the person. Mine is M7 LLA. To get a call sign you after go on a course and pass an exam. Please look up amateur radio. SOTA is like a part of amateur radio..were you climb summits and get points for climbing the summits...the higher the summit the more points you get. Sota (Summits on the air) is a world wide hobby. Please see my video I did on doing a sota activation. I've decided to merge my wild camping with radio communications. Hope this helps. 73 ( best wishes)
Why do all the people who review this tent hardly ever mention the head height, and when they do they don't say how tall they are, also they never show the vestibule properly...
Hi, thanks for your feedback . I was pretty new to TH-cam at the time. I've noted what you said and in the future, I shall do this.
Kind regards,
Bear Chills
@@bear.chills Mate, I would still say that this review was one of the best I've seen. It was clear ,concise, and well presented. For some odd reason they all seem to forget to mention if you can make a brew in it. I know we are not supposed to but we do !
@Chris66able very true 👍🏻...think next review will cover all of what we said and may be cook under the vestibule....speak soon
Would a 6ft 2 man fit inside
I believe the inner of the Banshee is around 7ft in length. I strongly suggest you try goto your local Go Outdoors and get in one to get the feel of it and try it out. These are an amazing tents for the price. Cheers.
Hi mate i was looking at this tent but i can't move away from the oex brand
Oex is great for the price but Vango is better quality, obviously you pay more for that.