All Oztent owners

Chris,

I've got the Discovery model Oztent with the sidewalls. There are two versions of sidewalls available - mine has a ridgepole supplied, which make the awning into a peaked roof, the sidewalls are shaped to fit. The other type is just a flat roof design. I presume you have the right shaped sidewalls ?
Mine seems to work ok. The ridgepole allows the rain to run off instead of collecting in the awning - although I have found that the joining method between the awning and the sidewalls leaves a bit to be desired - it leaves a gap which allows draughts, and some rain through - It isn't too much of a problem, but like you, I found that there is a bit of slack at the top. I was thinking about getting some velcro or zips attached which would improve the join.

Cheers, Les

Hi Chris:
I have a Ranger, and yes, the sidewall fit is "not good". I use the small "belt" arrangement to keep it fairly tight, but it is not a 'flush' fit by any means.
I did notice that the new models on display at the 4WD Show in Sydney have a zip fitting, which works a lot better.
I think the idea of a velcro strip along the length of the sidewall and the annexe is a good idea .. I am going to give it a try.Good luck.
Jack.

I have one of the first Oztents made. To try and improve it I had Oztent make me two side walls They are fitted with toggles to hold them in place along the top and velcro to the poles. They do not fit well and now consider i would have been better putting the money towards a centre pole tent, either a Tanami by Camping direct, or an Ultimate by Southern Cross . Never mind, eh? Live and learn.Richard and Leonie, The grey nomads.