Arpenaz camping pole tents

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ARPENAZ FAMILY CAMPING TENT WITH POLES

2022

Have you bought a camping tent with poles and have a question or problem with your model? Don't worry, we are here to support you.

This sheet is compatible with all our Arpenaz tents, regardless of their capacity.

First adventures: our advice

What should i check before leaving?

To avoid unpleasant surprises when pitching your tent, it is good to carry out some checks before leaving home for peace of mind.

- Take your tent out of its bag to air it and reduce any bad odours, and clean it if necessary (see our maintenance advice below).
- Check the condition of your equipment: make sure that none of the tent poles are broken, that the guy ropes are not faulty, that you are not missing any tent pegs, etc.
- Inspect the fabric and the groundsheet to check that there are no holes
- Check the condition of the zips to see if they are working properly

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Where to pitch my tent?

Before pitching your tent, it is essential to choose an appropriate spot. So, we have listed some tips to help you find the perfect spot :

If you are going to a campsite:
- Do not pitch your tent near the entrance, restaurants and activity centres of your campsite in order to get as much peace and quiet as possible.
- Check out the neighbouring pitches to make sure you aren't next to a summer camp or a large family that could be very noisy.
- If you have children, make sure there is a big enough field outside for them to run around in
- Check your pitch for stones, branches or other objects that could potentially damage your tent
- Choose a shady spot if you are going during hot weather

- If you are going to a wilderness pitch: 
- Look for a flat and relatively clear ground (no rocks, branches...) to sleep well and not damage your tent
- Avoid setting up too close to a water point for many reasons: humidity, insects, the water level can rise up, etc.
- Reduce the exposure to the wind so that you don't get buffeted and opt for a relatively sheltered location, e.g. near undergrowth.
- Always place the entrance of your tent away from the prevailing wind
- When it's cold, find a location that is exposed to the morning sun to avoid getting too cold.

How to properly pitch my tent?

To make it easier to pitch your tent, it is important to prepare the base well. Stretch the tent out on the ground by its bottom hooks to create a smooth surface, so that it can take shape correctly. What's more, fully assemble the tent poles before sliding them into the sleeves so that the pitching process is faster and more efficient.

Do not stretch the guy lines too much and leave them relatively loose so that the tent can withstand gusts of wind more effectively.

The pegs must be planted at 45° in the opposite direction of the tent to anchor to the ground better.

How weather resistant is my tent?

All our tents are tested in a laboratory to validate their waterproofness: a first test is carried out for 3 hours under 200 L of water per hour and per square met. The second test is carried out in real conditions by our experts.

As far as wind resistance is concerned, our tents are also tested in a wind tunnel on a turntable.

To check out the specific characteristics of your tent model, go to the product data sheets available on the Decathlon website.

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Arpenaz tent weather tents

What is the fresh & black technology?

More freshness and darkness to sleep better! Fresh & Black is a technology patented by Decathlon which allows the sun's rays to reflect and isolate light using specific materials. Therefore, we reduce the feeling of heat in your tent. To make the most of this technology, don't forget to ventilate your tent in the evening!

How to prevent condensation?

Recurring rain throughout the day, hot air that persists when the outside temperature drops, body heat… these are factors that can create condensation inside your tent. To avoid this phenomenon, here's some advice:

- Open the vents of your tent as much as possible, even when it's raining
- Avoid any creases when pitching your tent, as these favour the concentration of water drops
- Do not pitch your tent too close to a water point but rather in a sheltered place where temperature and humidity are regulated.

To remove the condensation already present, gently wipe off the droplets with a cloth and ventilate your tent as much as possible. Open the door and put the tent in a dry place so that it dries out.

Maintaining your camping pole tent

Maintaining a camping pole tent

Using it correctly

Before pitching your tent, leave the front door closed to avoid stretching the canvas too much when you pitch the poles Do not tighten the guy ropes too much because too much tension on the canvas could damage it. Finally, do not leave the tent too exposed to the sun because UV light causes premature wear.

Cleaning

Do not use any cleaning products to wash your tent, but rather plain or soapy water if necessary. Make sure you rinse it well when you've finished.

Drying

It is important to dry your tent well after cleaning it to avoid traces of mildew. If you have room at home, assemble it completely, open all the doors so that it dries quicker. If, on the contrary, you run out of space, detach the pieces one by one and extend them.
Finally, remember to dry the cover as well.

Storing

Store your tent in a dry place at room temperature. Remember to close the front door to prevent your tent from being too tight when you put it up again.

Re-waterproofing

Several factors can affect the waterproofness level of your tent, such as exposure to the sun, friction inside the cover or even natural wear.
Therefore, we advise you to apply a waterproofing spray on the canvas at least once a year.

I repair my tent in a workshop

Take advantage of the expertise of our employees and make an appointment online to benefit from one of the following workshop services.

I repair my tent alone

Choose the model of your tent and find all the compatible spare parts so you can carry out the repairs yourself. To repair the poles, there is a diagram that you can use to identify the faulty part and find out the correct length.

Arpenaz 4

Consult the technical diagram and find the dimensions of the components of your tent by clicking here.

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arpenaz 4 tent
Arpenaz 4.1

Consult the technical diagram and find the dimensions of the components of your tent by clicking here.

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arpenaz 4.1 tent
Arpenaz 4.1 fresh&black

Consult the technical diagram and find the dimensions of the components of your tent by clicking here.

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Arpenaz 4.1 FB tent
Arpenaz 4.2

YOU BOUGHT YOUR TENT AFTER 2020:
Consult the technical diagram and find the dimensions of the components of your tent by clicking here.

DOES YOUR TENT DATE TO BEFORE 2020?
We have changed the dimensions of the poles slightly since then. Get the dimensions of your components by clicking here.

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arpenaz 4.2 tent
Arpenaz 4.2 fresh&black

Consult the technical diagram and find the dimensions of the components of your tent by clicking here.

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Arpenaz 4.2 FB tent
Arpenaz 5.2

Consult the technical diagram and find the dimensions of the components of your tent by clicking here.

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arpenaz 5.2 tent
Arpenaz 5.2 fresh&black

Consult the technical diagram and find the dimensions of the components of your tent by clicking here.

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Arpenaz 5.2 FB tent
Arpenaz 6.3

Consult the technical diagram and find the dimensions of the components of your tent by clicking here.

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arpenaz 6.3 tent
Arpenaz 6.3 fresh&black

Consult the technical diagram and find the dimensions of the components of your tent by clicking here.

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Arpenaz 6.3 FB tent
Arpenaz 8.4

Consult the technical diagram and find the dimensions of the components of your tent by clicking here.

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Arpenaz 8.4 tent

A RIP HAS FORMED IN MY FLYSHEET OR MY BEDROOM

You just need to apply a patch or adhesive to fill the hole. We recommend that you apply them on the inside of your flysheet or your bedroom for better adhesion.

Sell your used camping pole tent

You've stopped using your tent and don't know what to do with it? Rather than throwing it away, don't hesitate to resell it second-hand on the Decathlon Second-hand platform!