Khayam Ranger (Igloo style 2 man)

[steveR]

I purchased mine in early 2008 for a couple of trips being planned on the bike that year and I have to say I have been delighted with it from day one. It is up and habitable in under 2 mins from loosening the last bungy holding the carry bag on the bike and is equally wonderful when it comes time to go.... It is even Ok to pack when soaking wet!!

I have had no probs with the build quality and it has been out in some pretty ropey weather. In calmer weather, the guy ropes can be left, but only need a few secs to fit if needed The built in groundsheet is fine on grassy areas, but for security, I use a Khayam sheet which is a dead fit and is useful in wet weather for leaving gear out on.

The porch has (just) enough room to cook in.... though it would be useful to carry a small pair of poles to hold the flysheet flap up when cooking in damp weather, but I have not found what I need yet. Any ideas?

Problems?? It is quite wide on the bike, but well within the panniers, it is also not the lightest of 2 man tents about, which could be an issue for some?
While it is sold as a 2 man, it is a tad cramped when biking and all the gear has to come inside too which is where the Khayam Biker or Scout/Ranger may be a better option. Not that cheap either, but quality rarely is I have found.

The 2nd best thing about any Khayam is putting the tent up in front of someone who has not seen one before, the best is packing it up in front of the same person the following morning!!!

PS This model used to be called the Highlander, but this is the 2/3 man model this year so check if you are looking at a 2nd hand purchase.