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New to our campsite range of tents, Kampa champion a straightforward approach to exploring and enjoying the outdoors. Their tents are designed to be durable and versatile for a range of adventures.
We decided to put them to the test, taking the Mossborn and Stargazer tents for a spin on a weekend of camping in North Wales with some classic British weather. |
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Stargazer 02
Llŷn Peninsula
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Tested by Isobel, Studio Team |
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First Impressions
It is a well-designed tent made for people who like a weekend on a campsite. Weighing in at 5.10kg, you’d think it wouldn’t be packable, but I liked the stuff sack it came in as you could really squash it down. Potentially not designed for backpacking due to the poles being pretty large, but ideal if you aren’t fussed about ultra-light packing.
The freestanding and flysheet-first design and simple instructions made it easy to pitch. The poles were easy to assemble, and the pegs were easy to stake into the ground.
Design & Comfort
The tent felt like it would fit 2 people and their packs. If you are an overpacker and anticipating bad weather, I would say it’s a squeeze. I tested it as a solo overpacker and I felt snug. I think if you get lucky with the weather, you could leave things under the canopy, which I would do if the sun was shining.
The headroom was generous, and the number of pockets on the inner was amazing, lots of room for storage, keeping your tent clean and tidy.
My favourite feature was the internal mesh. Maybe not purposeful, however, it seems you can see out, but people can’t see in when the canopy is up. For privacy reasons, this is great, especially if you are sharing a pitch.
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Weather Performance
The stargazer experienced all types of classic British weather and it stood strong. It rained in the night and I had no idea. There was no condensation due to a range of ventilation points around the tent, no leakages, and barely any rain left on the tent thanks to the silicone-coated ripstop polyester flysheet.
The multiple guy lines and the clip design securing the flysheet to the pole frame created great tension, ensuring the tent didn't move in the wind.
I really enjoyed the poled canopy function in the daytime as some shelter and it also helped divert water from the top of the tent. However, it wasn’t practical to keep taking down and putting up each morning and evening. If it’s super warm, you could keep the canopy up, but I personally kept it down for the evenings to keep the heat in.
Overall
The Kampa Stargazer 02 is a great option for keen campers wanting an easy-to-pitch and cozy tent. It's ideal for relaxed weekends on a campsite, with great storage options and reliable weather protection. This should be a go-to for couples who enjoy luxurious minimalism.
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Tested by Esme, Online Team |
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First Impressions
The Mossborn-K 03 was straightforward to pitch straight out of the bag. The included instructions are fairly basic, but the flysheet-first pitching design makes setup fairly intuitive. That outer-first setup is especially useful in the UK, as it helps keep the inner dry while pitching in rain.
At 5.9kg, this is definitely a car camping tent rather than something you’d want to carry long distances. For campsite weekends, the weight feels justified by the comfort and space on offer.
Design & Comfort
Inside, the tent feels nice and roomy for a 3-person design. The living space felt wide and open, with generous headroom.
One feature that really stood out was the storage. The inner is packed with thoughtful storage pockets around the perimeter and corners, which made it easy to keep essentials organised. The dual-entry design is also genuinely useful.
The materials felt durable and well-made too. The fabric and overall construction gave a more premium feel than other tents I’ve used.
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Weather Performance
Over the course of the rainy weekend, the Mossborn performed well. The inside stayed dry throughout, and condensation was well controlled thanks to the range of ventilation points around the tent.
The only aspect I found slightly less practical was the door design. When the outer doors were wet with rain or morning dew, rolling them up sometimes caused water to drip into the vestibule area. A small canopy pole setup or integrated guttering could help improve this.
Overall
The Mossborn-K 03 is a really solid option for campers wanting a spacious, comfortable and easy-to-pitch campsite tent. It’s best suited to car camping rather than lightweight touring, but for weekend trips it strikes a nice balance between comfort, pack size and practicality.
The thoughtful storage, roomy interior and strong wet-weather performance make it particularly well-suited to couples, small groups, or anyone upgrading from a more basic tent without jumping to a huge family setup.
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