Shelter/Tent Advice please.

[Ish The Fish]

Anyone know of a "good but cheap" tent/shelter suited mainly for beach fishing?

I not in need of an all singing all dancing affair, wanting one is another matter.

Just something to do the job (keep wind and maybe even rain off) and pref packs small and light and easy to put/pack up.

Cost is an issue as always of course, says he who also feeling a sudden urge to buy a Floatation Suit too!

. o O {Would it look out of place if I buy my daughter a Wendy House for her birthday next month, and borrow that... }

[scottish_and_mental]

Originally Posted by Ish The Fish

Anyone know of a "good but cheap" tent/shelter suited mainly for beach fishing?

I not in need of an all singing all dancing affair, wanting one is another matter.

Just something to do the job (keep wind and maybe even rain off) and pref packs small and light and easy to put/pack up.

Cost is an issue as always of course, says he who also feeling a sudden urge to buy a Floatation Suit too!

. o O {Would it look out of place if I buy my daughter a Wendy House for her birthday next month, and borrow that... }

It wouldnt look out of place but trying to retrieve it from the Isle of Wight after a tiny breath of wind might be an issue ..
shelters of the beach buddy type go for about 50 quid - one of the most important investments in shore angling
my John Holden one was 120 if i remember but saw one go on flea bay for 30 quid last month !

[lazy hooker]

i personnally don't use one...tide range is a bit big up here.

Mike has a dogging shelter though.....ooopss sorry beach shelter and he likes em, the ron thompson one is supposed to be good value for money.

john

[chris.oldgit]

i picked 1 off ebay a cypry and chair for £20 last month, dont help you i know but they are out there.

[Dadwood]

Originally Posted by Ish The Fish

Anyone know of a "good but cheap" tent/shelter suited mainly for beach fishing?

I not in need of an all singing all dancing affair, wanting one is another matter.

Just something to do the job (keep wind and maybe even rain off) and pref packs small and light and easy to put/pack up.

Cost is an issue as always of course, says he who also feeling a sudden urge to buy a Floatation Suit too!

. o O {Would it look out of place if I buy my daughter a Wendy House for her birthday next month, and borrow that... }

I posted a similar thread a few weeks ago and got a lot of help and advice from the members. In the end it came down to choosing either an Ian Gold shelter at £85 or a Ron Thompson at £48 including postage. Being a pensioner and a bit short of reddies (all together now 'Ah, SHAME') I went for the Ron Thompson. Initially I was a bit disappointed because it was a real job to erect it (the fabric seemed to be sewn on to tightly). Anyway, with some help and advice from Rob M I persevered and now find it an excellent bit of kit. I found that once it's been erected and stood on the beach a couple of times the fabric seems to stretch a bit, making it a lot easier to put up and take down. Hope you choose one that suits you. Kind regards.

[aaronj83]

definetly reccommend the beach buddy!! iv had mine bout 13years and still going strong!

[Ish The Fish]

Looks like I better start saving some more pennies!
Or wait and see what Santa brings me.

Have not heard a bad word on the RT BB, only very good reviews and ratings.
How are they space wise, I'm a tall'ish skinny little runt, so 2nd person/guest space too?
More imporantantly, being a foot traveller, approx weight and size when packed?
Carryabiltiy > Comfort for solo trips

[MRG2000]

You`ll find info on weights etc in Dadwoods original thread here ....Advice please for best beach shelter

[Bluesbro]

Had a RT shelter, it was good quality and never let me down. Im 6 ft and it was quite comfy although a little tight when another person was added plus gear, came in its own cary bag and was not to heavy. I found it a tad annoying to put up though because the front flap could have been made simpler but dont let that put you off....I find tying my shoes difficult lol (must have two left hands lol)

Joe

[saladdodger]

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1207230994...84.m1423.l2649

just bought one, cheap but perfect for me