Vango F10 Nexus UL 2 Tent

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Vango’s F10 Nexus UL 2 tent is a lightweight and spacious two-person tent with a robust construction and ample gear storage.

Vango says: 

Taking inspiration from our incredibly popular Helium UL tent, the Nexus is a semi freestanding tent designed for users who require more space in a more stable design.

The double door, double porch design offers plenty of space for 2 people plus gear storage or as a sheltered cooking zone whilst the pre-bent poles increase head height to offer a more liveable internal volume. The Powerlite pole design provides increased durability by creating 4 triangulated shear walls which prevent inward rotation, the most common cause of pole failures in adverse weather conditions. This simple crossover design is also faster to pitch when the weather draws in and can be pitched flysheet first to provide a simple shelter from the weather. The strong and durable Protex 15 SRN flysheet features our standard 3,000mm hydrostatic head rating with a lower overall flysheet height that’s perfect for northern European and maritime climates.

Our Verdict

Vango’s F10 Nexus UL 2 tent provides an impressively livable yet lightweight shelter. Weighing just 1702g (3.75 lbs), this semi-freestanding two-person double-wall tent has impressive interior space and a robust construction.

A pre-bent pole design increases headroom and living area compared to most lightweight backpacking tents in this weight class. Two doors and vestibules offer ample gear storage. Vango’s PowerLite poles create a sturdy pitched structure with triangulated walls to prevent inward pole failure.

Key features include pitching fly-first in the rain, a waterproof 6000mm bathtub floor, durable sil-nylon fly fabric, and reflective guy out points. The TXS stability system with interior guylines boosts strength in fierce winds.

– Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear

Features

• TXS Stability System – An evolution of our TBS Pro system of internal guylines that tensions the tent in an X-shape with high tensile cord, adding stability in extreme weather
• Flysheet-First or All-In-One Pitching – Can be pitched flysheet first to provide a simple shelter or all-in-one for quick and easy setup or packing away
• Pitches quickly and easily with less need to peg out in calmer conditions. 
• Flat Pole sleeves  Lower Flysheet Height – The flysheet extends closer to the ground prevents splashback in heavy rain.
• Extends your living space and provides additional space for gear storage.
• Creates triangulated shear walls when pitched to prevent inward pole rotation, the most common cause of pole failure in adverse conditions
• Waterproof, durable, and easy to clean groundsheet with 6,000mm hydrostatic head
• F10 Alloy Pegs 16 cm- Lightweight and strong anodised orange alloy pegs found exclusively on our F10 tents for easy and stable pitching
• Triangulated Walls – Pole structure creates 4 triangulated sheer walls when pitched which adds stability and prevents an inward rotation of the poles
• Porch Storage – Additional porch space keeps kit clean and dry
• Inner Pockets – Conveniently positioned pockets keeps your tent tidy and gives quick access to essential items
• Bathtub Groundsheet – Waterproof groundsheet extends 10cm above ground level to keep your tent dry in adverse weather 
• Fast Pack Tent Bag – Oversized opening for easy packing and compression straps to control pack size 
• Mini Line-Lok Guyline Runners – Lock securely, simple to release and high performance in all conditions
• Multiple Reflective Points – On pegging points for visibility in low light 
• Fully Taped Seams – All flysheet and groundsheet seams are factory taped for a watertight seal 

Specifications

• Flysheet weighs: 608g
• Inner weighs: 632g
• Pole set weighs: 462g
• Total weight: 1702g (excludes pegs & bags)
• Pegs x 10 weigh: 111g
• Pack size: 33 x 13cm
• Pitching time: 7 minutes
• Capacity: 2 Person Tent

Material & Construction

• Protex 15.SRN – 15D Silicone Reinforced Nylon flysheet fabric with 3,000mm HH rating
• PowerLite Plus Poles – 7001 T6 Alloy poles are lightweight, compact and durable
• F10 Alloy Pegs 16 cm
• Fire Retardant Fabrics – Exceeds European EN5912 safety standard

Help & advice:

• The Ultimate Guide to Ultralight Tents
• Time-Saver Guide to Choosing a Tent
• When pegs go bad – Everything you need to know about tent pegs
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