Vango Banshee Pro 200 Trek Tent | Long Term Review | How to Pitch a Banshee 200

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A long term review of the Vango Banshee Pro 200 trek 2 person tent.
These tents are loved by some and hated by others, I will try to give a balanced view pointing out both the strengths and weaknesses of the Banshee 200 pro trek.
I have owned this tent for a number of years and I've finally got around to reviewing whats been my go to tent for hiking trips for the last couple of years.
I would consider this to be a 1 man tent and while it is not the most spacious tent on the market it is incredibly reliable for camping in bad weather.
This is also a great tent for a beginner owing to how easy it is to pitch and any weather conditions.
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Technical specs
Weight: 2.39kg
Capacity: 2 Person Tent
Pitching Time: 7 mins
Trail Weight: 2.16kg
Flysheet and inner pitch together - Quick and easy to pitch and pack
Pre-angled poles - Achieve greater internal space than with a standard curve. Provides effective bracing against side winds
Patented Vango TBS II Tension Band System - increases tents performance in adverse conditions, especially in strong, changeable winds. When tensioned, the bands brace the pole at 3 points and prevent sideways movement. Adjust TBS® II to remove slack. Do not over tension, as this may deform the poles. Can be stowed away in calm weather
Walking pole attachment eyelet in door - Prop up the door with a walking pole to create a sheltered porch
70 denier, 6000mm lightweight polyester groundsheet - Waterproof, durable and reliable
Breathable polyester inner - Allows condensation to pass through, for a comfortable night's sleep
Twin flysheet doors - Allows easier access for two or more occupants, and/or additional storage
Flysheet door vent - Open from the top to ventilate porch
Inner pockets - Conveniently positioned pockets for organising essential items
Fastpack tent bag - Oversized opening for easy packing and compression straps to control pack size
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
Vivid reflective high strength guylines - Provides high visibility in low light
Factory taped seams - All flysheet and groundsheet seams are factory taped, giving a watertight seal
Weather tested beyond the European standard EN5912 by certified test centre
Fire retardant fabrics - Exceeds European EN5912 safety standard
Mesh Ceiling Storage Pocket - Convenient and easy to reach storage pocket on ceiling of tent

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@justvin7214 3 года назад

Yes, I've found that all tents are a compromise of size, weight, durability and price (and some, colour) it's a personal choice for each of us - what suits one person won't suit another and as we all know there is no perfect tent for every place or season. It's the annoying niggles like you mention though that make these reviews so important as they aren't obvious and unless you know someone with a tent you're interested in it's a minefield choosing one 👍

@CampLifeBushcraft 3 года назад

Thanks Justin, great comment. very much appreciated mate.

@backpackingireland8624 3 года назад

Fantastic comment👌

@Chris66able 2 года назад

Very accurate and well presented reply, however I've got a problem with tent manufacturers. There is no excuse for not making the perfect tent, in various sizes, length, and height. Most people want decent ventilation which opens & closes, want a decent H.head, ability to sit up, and a vestibule to make a brew, its not rocket science...It seems to me that tent makers think the average camper is 5ft 8 - 5ft 10, solo campers don't eat or drink hot stuff, and sleep in their boots.

@Sparky-ov1ot Год назад

At last somebody who has used the tent and not doing an ad for Vango!

@CampLifeBushcraft Год назад

🤣🤣

@gudgengrebe 2 года назад

Thank you for posting this proper review. When I first started watching review vids, several of them were taking stuff out of the box/bag it came in and giving it a ‘review’. It took me a little while to realise those types of ‘reviews’ were worthless. That’s why I appreciate your video. You’ve actually had the tent for 3 years and used it a lot in adverse conditions. This video is really useful. It has encouraged me to plump for the 3 man tent and I’m confident these tents are up to the job. Thanks again. I’m subscribing after watching this!!

@CampLifeBushcraft 2 года назад

Thanks, really appreciate the comment. And the subscription is very welcome. ATB Dan

@m111kca4 Месяц назад

I've had vango tents for years, never had one break on me. As long as you treat them well the are great, never had one leak on me and they have always been easy to put and take down. Just got one of these and a vango trail lite 320 sleeping bag, got them for 50 and moved a sofa. Tent brand new(never opened) and sleeping bag maybe used 2 or 3 times. Looking forward to a light weight tent always had bigger ones

@Kallepeng 3 года назад

I bought my Banshee200 in the year 2015. In my eyes it `s a unicorn when it come to price/performance/durabilty alignment. It took me through many many average and some very heavy weathers. When you know how to ptich it right depending on the conditions you will be fine.

@pauld90010. 3 года назад

Thanks for the information,I've just pitched mine for the first time in my garden.It's a little bit claustrophobic compared to my old trusty dome tent but that only had a rating of 800mm and was rather heavy at 4kg.So all in all this should be a massive improvement for the west highland way in September. Cheers

@thesouthernwoodsmanuk216 3 года назад

this is the first tent I bought when I first wildcamped 3 years ago. I have the the 300 which is now my winter tent. I tend to use a stick and extra paracord and extra tent peg to raise the the door when cooking which I have done a few times and to look out . which is ideal in. a woodland. After all these years of looking after both of the tents are great tents. great honest review of this great tent. thank dude.

@richardbateman9303 2 года назад

Interesting 👍

@Jonno-Bass 3 месяца назад

Those birds are twittering loudly!!

@CampLifeBushcraft 3 месяца назад

Yep. Noisy buggers.

@lukaszj86 2 года назад

Honest good review with a lot useful information, thank you!

@CampLifeBushcraft 2 года назад

Thanks 👍

@backpackingireland8624 3 года назад

Great review. Greetings from Ireland 🇮🇪👌

@CampLifeBushcraft 3 года назад

Thanks mate : )

@andrewforrest8938 3 года назад

I was given one for as a present 3years ago I've still got mine you are right it is a one prison tent it's to small for a 2 prison you and your family take care.

@CampLifeBushcraft 3 года назад

Cheers Andrew.

@outsidethepyramid 2 года назад

Awesome review! Vango quality! As a 6ft2 athletic guy, in my opinion the Vango Mirage Pro 200 is a far superior tent for backpacking. Semi-geodesic strength, much more space just a tiny bit heavier but just skip a week or 2 of deserts lol.

@klausweiduschat6313 Год назад

I go all along with it, its a great 1 man tent. I vought a 2. Time. First 1 lastet about 3 years. It kept me dry in many rough cobditions. I was just 1 week ago 6 days in Wacken wih it. It has 1 vig disatvantage you dident put out, the doors have no mash.

@dougdixonhull 3 года назад

Great video. I've just sub'd. I love my Banshee 200. As you said in the video, great in all weather, small enough to put in a rucksack and not to heavy. And easy to pitch. This was my first proper wild camping tent. It replaced my old Lichfield apache dome tent with was also small but was inner pitch first which isn't ideal in bad weather. I got my Banshee second hand and it has been brilliant. I have looked for a tent for two people but at around the price of the Banshee there really isn't much choice with the same spec. For two people in probably looking at the Wild country Helm 3 compact at around £200. I also have a Nevis 200 but very similar in size.

@CampLifeBushcraft 3 года назад

Thanks for the sun, much appreciated. I have an OEX 3 person tent for when I go out with the Mrs.. it wasn’t cheap but it’s a bit of luxury and it splits into 2 for carrying and is outer pitch first. So it ticks a lot of boxes.

@leemccorriston2170 3 года назад

I bought one during lockdown in October 2020 I haven't used it yet but might buy 2 side porches or make something out of a parachute. I live near the Brecon Beacons in South Wales i can see the mountains from my house it's a real gutter.

@CampLifeBushcraft 3 года назад

Yeah, I feel your pain. The side porches seem a decent addition, I’ve never seen them for real but I’ve looked at the Amazon buy button a fair few times. 😁

@leemccorriston2170 3 года назад

@@CampLifeBushcraft Wait a minute i am still looking at the buy button lol, i wish i had a sewing machine i'd make them out of a parachute love your channel m8

@CampLifeBushcraft 3 года назад

Thanks Lee, appreciate that.

@Peace.Love.Psychedelics 3 года назад

Simon Pegg and Carl Pilkington had a love child. Love your videos Dan 💗✌

@CampLifeBushcraft 3 года назад

you forgot Brad Pitt in the mix! Cheers bud : )

@venn53 3 года назад

We've got the 300 used it a few times with the wife love it 😁👍

@CampLifeBushcraft 3 года назад

I've never seen a 300, my mate used to have one before I knew him.. he didn't get along with it.

@petedevon 3 года назад

Don't have the Vango Banshee. But do have the Vango tempest 2000. Camped on Newgale Beach South Wales in storm Francis which was horrendous. By the morning no exaggeration 80% of the other tents on the site were flattened (many abandoned) Vango Tempest stood strong and Vango get my recommendation 100%.

@CampLifeBushcraft 3 года назад

yes, I have more roomier tents shall we say, but if the weather looks like its going to be awful I reach for the Vango every time. I just trust it. can't say fairer than that.

@zarrzarr9989 2 года назад

Good review straight to the point

@CampLifeBushcraft 2 года назад

Thanks 👍

@WildCamper 3 года назад

Had the original banshee one man which I loved and echo most of your comments on this video. Went to a 300 for that much more space and hated it , just didn't work for me. Both are long gone now , sold the original for £10 more then I paid for it new lol 💕

@CampLifeBushcraft 3 года назад

I’d imagine the 300 has many of the same issues.. only it’s heavier! Trust you to turn a profit 😆

@WildCamper 3 года назад

@@CampLifeBushcraft I paid £74.99 new online and knocked it out for £85 not bad a year later lol 🤣

@BushcraftHakankarahan 3 года назад

The video is very good, I like your channel, I am waiting for more😎👍

@CampLifeBushcraft 3 года назад

Thanks

@terrym1065 3 года назад

Looks like a good piece of kit Dan. I couldn't use it though as I'm 6'5" and it would be too short for me. Being tallish has disadvantages, tents among them. I need big and that means heavy usually, not fun. Cool video, thanks.

@CampLifeBushcraft 3 года назад

Thanks Terry, a lot of tents seem to be designed with smaller people in mind. I'm not tall but there are some that I only just fit in.

@theronin365 3 года назад

Regatta have just brought one out similar to the Banshee but for the taller people.

@sergeantcrow 2 года назад

I'm blessed with a Banshee 300 (For 2), which is darker green. Spent many nights in her.... I wanted a Banshee 200 (For 1) but luckily bought a retail return Olpro Voyager 2 which is an excellent alternative.. Olpro also have the Pioneer 2 but the fly goes on after the inner is pitched...

@CampLifeBushcraft 2 года назад

yeah I'm not a huge fan of inner first tents, I have been using the cloud up 2 recently and that is inner first but you can pitch the outer first with a little more faff. I like that option for rainy days

@richardbateman9303 2 года назад

Good news I just got one step up from my bivibag Cher's bud 👍

@CampLifeBushcraft 2 года назад

No problem Richard. Happy tenting 😁

@gferguson73 3 года назад

Great tent I had the older model, going to buy the new one again, I also have the banshee 300, I must admit seeing your mucky boots going inside the tent hurt 😂

@CampLifeBushcraft 3 года назад

😂😂

@giftedandbroke 3 года назад

Great review. The only unfortunate thing for anyone wanting one of these at the mo is that they seem to have become impossible to find. A friend has been trying to buy one for about 3 months now and there's been no stock anywhere. He also looked at the Vango Cairngorm which you can still get at a couple of places but only at a very inflated price. Not sure what's going on - I wonder if it's production issues (maybe Covid related) or if this model has been discontinued now.

@CampLifeBushcraft 3 года назад

probably a combination of production what with Covid and the amount of people deciding to take up camping this summer rather than go abroad.

@sergeantcrow 2 года назад

I recommend Olpro Voyager as an alternative...

@EatsTreatsMREs 3 года назад

It dies look like a great tent tbh. Nice to have a good long term review of this one.

@CampLifeBushcraft 3 года назад

Thanks 🙏

@mickspain330 3 года назад

Cheers Dan a great video it does look a good sturdy tent as you say👍

@CampLifeBushcraft 3 года назад

Thanks Mick 👍

@BurtonOutdoors 3 года назад

It is a reliable tent for sure, Dartmoor proves it really, if any tent can survive that battering then it must be good eh? Cheers dude.

@CampLifeBushcraft 3 года назад

it reminds me of a little dog, like a jack Russell .. tough little thing : )

@southbucksbushcraft6572 3 года назад

Great review. When i got my tent is was a toss up between this tent and the wild country helm compact 2, i went for the helm cause of the sit up space. Both great tents tho. Cheers

@CampLifeBushcraft 3 года назад

Yeah, being able to sit should never be underestimated : )

@PedroPedro-jm4lk 3 года назад

Russet colour Pole. Poles sleeves. Good review😀

@CampLifeBushcraft 3 года назад

Thanks Pedro 👍

@hutchinsonsadventures4678 3 года назад

love that tent... are you going to have a bash at hammock camping? cheers buddy

@CampLifeBushcraft 3 года назад

I hammock during the summer, its ok.. but I'm a ground dweller at heart : )

@tullochgorum6323 4 месяца назад

If they added extra height, the panels would be larger and the cheap poles would struggle to survive any decent wind-load. So it's a tradeoff - safety vs liveability.

@danielhall4678 2 года назад

I have the banshee 300 i did WHW last year with my lass it was bombproof storm on Glencoe blowing all night never leaked same after three days of rain around kinderscout . great shelter but not a cabin

@Linleys 3 года назад

That looks like a great tent actually. I wish I had seen your review before spending money on my Hille-Akto. Your Vango Banshee 200 looks like a proper 4-season tent with the strong poles and the stout chords. I do like the double-sided style as well. I have a Vango Soul 200 but that's much more of a summer tent and goes up inner-first so not great in bad weather. Can you pitch it with the footprint attached? As always MrCLB - a pro-quality video. :) W

@CampLifeBushcraft 3 года назад

When I got it I loved the 2 doors. great in the summer for air flow and having a great view, the tent I'd had prior was the Gelert solo, which is basically a coffin.. so the banshee seemed huge, but since then I've tried many tents/shelters and that has shrunk the banshee down comparatively speaking. I don't believe you can pitch with footprint. Thanks Warren. Dan

@stevenvitali7404 Год назад

I have the Vango soul 200, I'm thinking of upgrading to a Banshee 200 for wildcamping in the highest parts of Dartmoor next year, I camped at black tor just down from the highest point in my Vango soul and it was good in the wind and rain, but the poles are crap and have broke and I've had to buy replacement ones

@Linleys Год назад

@@stevenvitali7404 one of my Vango Soul 200 pole sections began to fail and I’ve added some resin glue and taped it up. I only use it for protected camps since buying my Hilleberg. Take care, cheers, Warren

@atrampinthehills.841 3 года назад

great tent....i want to go camping now

@CampLifeBushcraft 3 года назад

me too mate!

@modestadventurers 3 года назад

Excellent review. Not enough head room. Heavy and bulky but an excellent entry level tent for the money. I’ve got the 200 and 300 and they are just like my Akto bullet proof but no room to sit up properly. Soulo is excellent but heavy and pricey. Planning on walking the ridgeway when we are allowed out of our boxes again and I think I’m gonna try the lanshan 2 pro because let’s face it you can never have too many tents 😋. Atb.

@CampLifeBushcraft 3 года назад

Thanks mate, you are quite right.. every time I get a new tent I tell myself it’s my last and I don’t need anymore! 😂😂 I made a video on the Lanshan 2 that I’ve not put out yet.. again it’s good but has problems, notably I find it flimsy. The Tangram by one Tigris is similar but in my opinion a better made and more stable tent. (Yes I have both... don’t ask🙄)

@Chris66able 2 года назад

Owns a hilleberg, calls another make of tent heavy and bulky ! Ya couldn't make it up 😅 😂 🤣

@normanmurray5970 3 года назад

If you need more storage there is a gear store available as well

@CampLifeBushcraft 3 года назад

yeah I've seen them on Amazon .. more to carry though.

@dougdixonhull 3 года назад

I tend to put a small tarp over the door to create more dry space. Works well for me.

@BurtonOutdoors 3 года назад

"LOOK at the size of that entrance" 😁

@CampLifeBushcraft 3 года назад

you love a wide entrance!

@WildCamper 3 года назад

I always favour a tight entrance myself

@CampLifeBushcraft 3 года назад

You boys 🙄

@BurtonOutdoors 3 года назад

@@WildCamper 😂🤣👍

@BurtonOutdoors 3 года назад

@@CampLifeBushcraft 😁

@rialobran 3 года назад

You say brass, I say copper...or rust...Did you really say the vent had a 'little hard on bit'? On a serious note...I can do serious...there are pro's and cons to every tent. What you lost in vestibule you've gained by having two entrances, something I've wished I had on my Akto at times. And the bag, especially with cold hands is, superb. The Akto has the same issue when lying down of face flapping and I have no chance of sitting up. I wouldn't swap tents, but I'd recommend the Banshee to anyone asking.

@CampLifeBushcraft 3 года назад

Yeah, its a tough little thing, I have other tents, another 1 man that is taller and very spacious, but in the wind it feels like it could blow away. as you say, pros and cons, the little banshee is great in the wind due in part to its shape I suppose. I always try to point it at the wind. I think copper was the word I was searching for.. it just wouldn't come!

@zarrzarr9989 2 года назад

good review

@steveharrison1765 3 года назад

Vango tents are generally very good, that said I'm not a fan of the Banshee after spending one night in one, but if it works for you that's all that matters

@CampLifeBushcraft 3 года назад

It has its faults for sure, but it's a tough little thing.

@RAMSEYM2402 4 месяца назад

Is there a difference between standard banshee and pro version?

@lisacopley4198 3 года назад

What boots are they you’ve got mate? Enjoyed the vid ... ATB .... Tony

@CampLifeBushcraft 3 года назад

They are Scarpa Trek GTX boots. I did make a video about them, I will post it in the next couple of weeks.

@primmtravels450 3 года назад

I took off the inerpart away from the outside bit should I pitch it up then put in the iner part.

@70agrr 3 года назад

A lot of tent for the price, I'm sure there are plenty others that address the niggles, but how much more would you pay, thats the thing, for what it sells for its one hell of a tent, am waiting on a sale so I can grab one.

@Funitalianlessons 2 года назад

Hi thanks for a great review. As this is a one piece tent, doesn’t the inner get wet when you pack it away after a rainy night?

@CampLifeBushcraft 2 года назад

It can do but I’ve never found it to be a major issue.

@WicklowOutdoors 3 года назад

Where did you get the footprint mate? I can't find one in stock anywhere 🙈

@CampLifeBushcraft 3 года назад

I got mine on Amazon, just looked and they don’t seem to have them at the moment. Maybe try the vango website

@paullemin6547 3 года назад

Is the vango Cairngorm 200 as good in bad weather as this do you think ?

@BenGmanUk 3 года назад

Would I be right in saying this is aimed at more of an adventure type better suited for more harsh weather than say something like the Vango Scafell? The Scafell seems higher, more roomy etc. but would guess it doesn't hold up as well in more extreme weather?

@CampLifeBushcraft 3 года назад

I guess so, I can’t speak for the other tent. But being low profile certainly helps in bad wind.

@BenGmanUk 3 года назад

@@CampLifeBushcraft Ta. I'm 6 foot thats all so am right of the edge for the Banshee really. Tough call.

@gazagookgt6516 2 года назад

Where did u get the banshee 200 footprint from please???

@theronin365 Год назад

I don't know why all manufacturers don't have a similar storage bag for their tents.

@HikingFeral 3 года назад

I've just ordered this for mostly bikepacking but the odd hike to the local woods, have I made a good decision? I'm a 2 hour bike ride from basically ladybower in the peaks. Possibly 29 miles away. Be rude not to. Very very rude.

@CampLifeBushcraft 3 года назад

its a solid little tent, I expect you will love it : )

@vvs3796 3 года назад

what tent would be a step up from banshee in your opinion ?

@CampLifeBushcraft 3 года назад

This summer I’ve been using a nature hike cloud up 2. More room and lighter in weight but not quite as stable. The cloud peak seems decent but I’ve not used one.

@budwilliams6590 3 года назад

If you are living in it a 10 man tent is a 1 man tent.

@CampLifeBushcraft 3 года назад

That’s so true it’s almost profound!

@johnmccarron 3 года назад

That tent and bag looks crap, I have had a banshee 200 in my house since they first came out mine all look half the size and I know for a fact weigh less, average up 1 person about 7 min two of you half the time. Mine I would also say have been up a lot of mountains all over Scotland. I would say the new pro version is rubbish compared to the older ones. If that's a footprint you have for that tent dump it , no need.

@tullochgorum6323 4 месяца назад

If they added extra height, the panels would be larger and the cheap poles would struggle to survive any decent wind-load. So it's a tradeoff - safety vs liveability.