We've finally tested the Decathlon Fresh & Black pop-up tent in real conditions! In my earlier post, I shared preliminary details, but now here's our honest review after using it at the Mandala Festival.
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For those who missed our intro post on the Decathlon Fresh & Black pop-up tent, here's a quick overview. For full specs, check the original blog (link above). In short:
Update: August 2020
You can grab the Fresh & Black tent at Decathlon for a great price!
Does it live up to the hype? We put it to the test at the Wanroij festival site with our family of four: two adults, a 14-year-old teen, and a 9-year-old child. We used the 3-person Quechua Fresh & Black model. Fitting four in a 3-person tent? Tight, but it was just one night at a festival—we figured we'd manage.
Our teen initially balked at tent camping (he's more spoiled than we realized!). After a firm chat about testing this premium tent, he came around. Ultimately, our daughter slept with friends, so we tested it properly with three people.
Tip: Pack this camping lamp—you'll need it inside!
Bottom line: Perfect for short trips or as a handy extra on longer holidays. Super convenient overall—check the packed size above.
No dedicated storage space, so packing light is key. A small clothes bag fits at your feet, but that's it. See tip below for better organization.
Our pro tips for holidays:
Skeptical about packing it? We were too—that's why we filmed it. First try for us (my husband Frank), and it wasn't perfect, but the second nailed it. Now, a year later and after more uses, the tent holds up great. Folding still takes practice—we rewatch our video sometimes!
Regular users? It'll be a breeze. It's a skill that comes with routine camping.
Buy the Fresh & Black tent at Decathlon here!
