air pole system — 4WD & Camping Accessories

It was that time of year again when the Outdoor Retailer Show (ORA) was on - The ORA ‘is owned by the Snow & Outdoor Trade Association, which is a Not-For-Profit association run solely to provide a trade exhibition to the outdoor industry in Australia and New Zealand’. Air pole technology in the camping world was on display at our stand. This advanced technology has existed for quite some time now, however, it has only just recently entered the Australian outdoor market.

The show allowed us to highlight the durability of air tents – we had the Turon Air range on display inside and outside. Our Turon Air 6 battled the elements outside - let’s just say it was the most ideal weather to prove how sturdy inflatable air tents really are! We also gave visitors the opportunity to see how easy the tents are to inflate and how they come packaged. For those interested in our inflatable tents - quick easy set up, durable and light weight – the Turon Air range is ideal for you!

Other products on display included our RAVEN series – dual row light bars and lighting accessories with LIFETIME WARRANTY. Sure, there are a number of light bars on the market – however, the team at eXterrain feel that it is important to have high quality lights bars at a more affordable price. Another point of difference is that the smaller Raven bars can also be utilised as reverse lights – we have two models – the RAVEN Pack – (which includes, the light bar, brackets and loom) ideally fitted around the hitch receiver, and the Hitch24L which is a more affordable option, fitted around the ‘tongue’.

The GoannaRT1500 recovery track was also at the show – we know that in extreme weather conditions, the level of difficulty for 4WD tracks can increase quite rapidly and unexpectedly. For those who have not upgraded their vehicle with 4WD mud tyres, the Goanna RT1500 is essential. Designed to offer an easy storage solution, the Goanna RT1500 requires no installation or brackets and provides exceptional ‘goanna like’ grip to assist the driver when stuck in muddy, snowy and sandy conditions.

Thank you to the organisers of the show and everyone who attended the show. If anyone would like any further information about our products and services, please feel free to contact us.

eXterrain have kick started the New Year with the launch of our new Turon Air Range camping tents. The Turon Air tent range comes in 3 different sizes – 2, 4 & 6 plus. The Turon Air 4 was showcased on A Different Life’s Facebook blog page which generated much interest. The discussion on the post was overwhelmingly positive but there were a few people who were not familiar with air tents that expressed some trepidation. Most questions or comments were focused on the durability and stability of the air pole system.

Fair enough!

eXterrain believe that it is important to inform the Australian camping community how reliable and sturdy these tents actually are. The air poles have three layers and are not exposed, they are puncture resistant and are made of thermoplastic polyurethane (4 and 6 person tent poles are 100mm in diameter, 2 person tent 65mm in diameter). As long as the poles remain in their covers there is very little wear. They would require a fair amount of effort to create a puncture and would require a sharp implement. If the need shall arise, the tent does come with a repair patch – the patch can be stuck over the puncture – just like a tube in a tyre.

As a 4WD and camping enthusiast, my family and I were keen on camping but always dreaded the time it took to set up traditional camping tents with metal poles. Yes, set up times have improved with most tents these days, but we were also looking for a high quality, quick set up and lightweight camping tent – which is what made eXterrain air pole tents very appealing.

Another important factor to consider when buying a tent is considering the specifications and material – weighing the pros and cons. Yes, canvas tents are more insulated however; I found them a lot heavier and more expensive. The eXterrain tents are designed for any kind of camping – including off road isolated camping grounds. Set up time at camp sites is cut drastically and the actual tent is easy to carry to a campsite as a result of it being lightweight.

With attractive inclusions such as accessories like ground sheets, glow ropes and rings for pegs, manual pump, inner flysheets and privacy screens - and three year warranty – the Turon Air range are ideal for those interested in camping in remote off road locations.

Now that I have purchased an air tent and after experiencing the ease of set up and comfort, I can never go back to metal pole set up.

For a brief look at some FAQs about these tents just click here.

eXterrain

Maria Maniatis

Outdoor Retailer Australia show 2018

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