Description
Kampa Studland 8 AIR Tent
Constructed with durable Weathershield 68D material, the versatile Studland 8 Air offers an easy set-up thanks to its Kampa Air Frame.
High-specification features include a multi-position front door which you can roll back to create a large sun canopy, or, in less favourable conditions, close off to maximize indoor living space.
Spacious interior - The large living area is accessed step-free from the front and left side. Increase the space further by removing the front two-berth inner.
Wet Weather Entrance - Provides sheltered access to the tent and prevents rain running in when you unzip the door.
Multi-position Front Door - Roll aside the 6-position front porch door for a seamless transition from outside to inside.
Weathershield 68D - Super lightweight 68D polyester is easy to handle, durable and waterproof.
Materials
Weathershield™ 68D 4000HH - Offering a high-quality 68D polyester flysheet with a massive 4000mm hydrostatic head,
Kampa's Pro AIR range utilises some of the highest specification materials on the market. The material is specially treated to offer advanced protection against UV degradation and is fire retardant.
Sewn-in Groundsheet - PE 10 x 10 130 g/m² 10,000 mm HH
Features
Deeper 240cm Bedrooms
Secondary mesh doors on all Side doors
Optional Storm strap on the front and rear guy-points
Toggled inner divider - Offers greater privacy between inner bedrooms. Roll away when not required
Toggled privacy curtains - Simple and quick to use, two positioning heights to allow varying levels of opening
'Sleeptite inner tents' - Darker fabric reduces the amount of early morning light
Inflatable Frame structure - Allows pole free pitching, ensuring your tent is erect within a matter of minutes
All flysheet and groundsheet seams are factory taped - Provides watertight seal
Kampa's Weathershield 68D 4000HH - highly waterproof, durable and reliable fabric that will keep you dry and comfortable
Fully Sewn-in Groundsheet - adds to the comfort of your tent by providing a bug and draught free environment
Wet Weather Entrance – stops water running into the tent when the door is open
Multi-position front door – 6 different positions for a seamless transition from outside to inside
Waterproof PE groundsheet
Lightweight polyester groundsheet
Fully enclosed front awning - with an additional zip for add-ons
Part mesh inner door - Allows ventilation, whilst keeping bugs out
Covered entrance - gives a sheltered entrance to your tent, which prevents rain from dripping into the living area
Double zip door - provides additional flexibility by allowing the top of the door to be opened slightly for increased ventilation
Bedroom pockets - conveniently positioned pockets for storing your essentials
Diamond Clear windows - Maximise light and visibility
Low and high ventilation - Combine to create a comfortable flow of air through the tent, reducing condensation
Easypack holdall bag - Durable to take the effort out of packing your tent away
Dimensions:
Length: 805cm
Width: 430cm
Height: 225cm / 180cm
Weight: 34.2kg
Pack size: 85 x 48 x 46cm
UV Degradation
Be aware that (UV) ultraviolet rays will damage your tent if you expose it to direct sunlight for longer periods of time.
Polyester Awnings & Tents regardless of quality of denier material are made for camping use which is normally 2-5 weeks usage a year.
They are not designed for permanent usage and should only be used as camping products.
Camping near the sea or lake can further enhance the effect of UV radiation.
The same applies to poles and metal parts
"UV light will cause the fabric to fade, lose strength, and eventually disintegrate. The amount of UV damage is directly related to the fabric's exposure to the sun and the altitude at which the tent is pitched.
If it is left pitched during the day, high-altitude exposure can damage a tent beyond use within a month."
What is UV Degradation?
UV degradation refers to the breaking down of fabrics and materials, when exposed to ultraviolet radiation, due to exposure to the sun. Long term exposure to sunlight, can cause fabric such as polyester to degrade, beginning to rip, tear and become very brittle.
Why Do Manufacturers not cover UV Degradation Under Warranty?
UV degradation is a sign the product has reached a natural end to it's lifetime. There are different fabrics, different thicknesses of fabric, and treatments to help protect against exposure to sunlight.
However, given time, the sun will do it's job in breaking down those materials, to the point where they become unstable.
If a polyester tent or awning has suffered UV degradation, chances are it has been used to the point where its lifetime is ending, or it has been permanently pitched.
Polyester Tents & Awnings are a temporary shelter, and they are not designed to be left long-term pitched, unless they are specifically designed for residential pitches, and use harder wearing fabrics such as 100% cottons, which can take exposure to UV light on a longer-term basis.
Polyester Tents & Awnings have it pretty rough. Their purpose is to keep you protected from the elements, so by definition, they’re exposed to nature’s fury. Season after season, your trusty tent or tarp is subjected to wind, rain, dust, snow, hail, animals, and (sometimes) careless users.
But for a shelter that has been treated well over the years, the thing that will eventually kill it is something you might not expect: the sun.
In addition to visible light, the sun emits a massive amount of ultraviolet (UV) radiation, which has a shorter wavelength than visible light and is present wherever there is sunlight.
While inorganic materials (like silicone and metal) are largely unaffected by UV radiation, organic compounds (i.e., anything containing carbon, not just your fancy kale) can be damaged by exposure to UV.
This includes all organic polymers, whether synthetic (like nylon and polyester) or naturally occurring (like cotton and wool).
