Decathlon Instant Camping Shelter 1 Person Blue - 2 Seconds
727/4884£30.00
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About this product
Whether you're heading to the beach or a festival, the Decathlon Instant Camping Shelter keeps you shaded and comfortable. The pop-up design springs open in seconds without poles to assemble, so you can get settled straight away. UPF fifty-plus fabric blocks harmful sun rays, whilst the freestanding structure moves easily across sand or grass without needing to dismantle it. Lightweight construction makes it easy for one person to carry, and the sewn-in groundsheet keeps you insulated from damp or cold ground.
The single-skin shelter fits one adult or two children, making it practical for solo beach trips or family days out. When it's time to pack up, you fold it down as quickly as it opened and slip it into a compact round bag. The single door gives easy access, and the lightweight build means you can pop it in the car boot without taking up much room. Suitable for beach outings, festivals, camping or picnics when you need quick shelter from sun or wind.
- 2 person utility tent.
- 1 room, 1 door, sewn in groundsheet.
- Tent material polyester.
- Single skin with .
- Pop up design.
- 1 person recommended for assembly.
- Pitched size H110, W105, L145cm.
- Living space size H110, W105, L145cm.
- Maximum height 110cm.
- Packed size L56, D56cm.
- Packed weight 1.1kg.
- EAN: 3608439252389.
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Good value and quality
It turned out to be abit difficult to secure on the beach but once set up it was great Packing it up is another story, we’ll have to find help. Others were in a similar position! Good value and quality.
SteadyEddy, 65 or over
Hello Eagle36,
To answer your question, no, the shelter cannot be tied to the side of a bike rack like a pannier.
Because it is a "2 Seconds" pop-up shelter with a flexible, pre-tensioned fibreglass frame, it packs down into a large, flat disc that is 56 cm (22 inches) in diameter. It will not work on the side of a bike for the following reasons:
- Pedal Strike: A 56 cm disc hung on the side of a rear rack extends too far down and forward, meaning your heels will hit it with every pedal stroke.
- Wheel Clearance: It is wide enough to extend past your axle and into your chain, cassette, or rear wheel spokes, which makes riding dangerous.
- Wind Resistance: Hanging a flat 56 cm circle vertically off one side acts like a sail and will pull your steering sharply to that side.
Thank you for reaching out to our Q&A service
Hello Sarah,
Thank you for reaching out to our Q&A service regarding the Decathlon 2 Seconds Instant Camping Shelter.
This shelter provides excellent sun protection, featuring fabric rated at UPF 50+ that blocks over 98% of harmful UVB and UVA rays. It is an ideal barrier against direct sunlight and helps keep infants off hot sand or damp grass. However, please keep the following considerations in mind when using it for a young child:
1. Managing Indirect UV Exposure
As an open-front shelter, reflected UV rays can still enter by bouncing off surfaces like sand, concrete, or water. To minimize this risk, always face the opening away from the sun. We also recommend using baby-safe sunscreen or protective clothing even while they are inside.
2. Airflow and Heat Monitoring
The shelter is compact and can trap heat on very hot days. While this model includes a rear ventilation window for cross-breezes, please monitor the internal temperature closely. If it feels stuffy or hotter than the natural shade nearby, move the baby to a cooler area to prevent overheating.
Quick Setup Tip
While the shelter pops open in seconds, folding it requires a specific looping technique. We suggest practicing the folding process at home a few times to ensure a smooth experience when you are out at the beach or park.
We hope this information helps you enjoy your time outdoors safely.
Hello Chas,
Yes, you'll be able to use fabric water seal on this tent. Since the tent is rated only for light rain and specifies the seams are not taped/sealed, applying a fabric water-seal treatment can help improve performance in wetter conditions. Thank you for using Q&A!
Hello Rob,
Yes, I can confirm all our tents and shelters are waterproof. Thank you for using Q&A!
Hello Zander,
This tent utilizes fibreglass poles integrated into its pre-assembled pop-up frame. This design enables the shelter to be set up in just a few seconds without manual pole assembly. Fibreglass poles are lightweight and flexible, making them ideal for quick-deploy shelters like this one. Thank you for using Q&A!
Hello The crow,
Even though It's a pop up tent, by pegging down the corners will help keep the structure still and improve the comfort inside.
Thank you for using Q&A!
Hello Michelle,
This shelter protects you from light rain thanks to the polyurethane-coated polyester fabric. The groundsheet protects you from damp and water run-off.
Warning! The seams are not sealed, which means it does not provide protection against heavy rain.
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