If you and your partner in crime are ready to take touring to an entirely new level of ease and luxury, then the Darche AD 1400 Swag is going to be a real game changer. When it comes to swags, Darche sure know what they’re doing so it’s only natural they would come up with a swag that can be set up in a mere 20 seconds.
The inflatable poles in the AD are made from puncture resistant TPU covered by durable PE pole sleeves for an extra level of protection. To set it up, you just hook it up to the high capacity hand pump, and in less than half a minute you’ll be all set to snooze. Made from Darche’s high quality proofed canvas that’s seam sealed to prevent leaks, and featuring storm covers, and a reinforced PVC floor - this swag will keep you dry and protected from the elements.
With a full zip down head and foot windows with mesh, you can get plenty of fresh air circulating. The 50mm cotton covered mattress will keep you in luxurious comfort, and with an entry point on each side, so you can exit this shelter with ease. For minimal effort with maximum impact, the Darche AD 1400 swag is the way to go for your next touring expedition.
Single air pole inflates in less than 20 seconds
Puncture resistant air poles that require no assembly
Single inflation point
Two-way entry with storm covers
High capacity hand pump included
Polyester swag bag included
Sleeping Capacity:
2 Person
External Dimensions:
215L x 140W cm
Sleeping Area:
205L x 130W cm
Packed Dimensions:
145L x 40W x 40H cm
Max. Head Height:
90 cm
Mat Thickness:
5 cm
Material:
320gsm Proofed Polycotton Ripstop Canvas
Inner Material:
Super Fine 125gsm Insect Mesh
Floor Material:
600gsm PVC
Frame Material:
80mm Thermoplastic Polyurethane Air Pole
Waterhead Rating:
800mm
Weight:
16.5 Kg
Warranty:
2 Year
Supplier Code:
T050801805
Snowys Code:
136228
Staff tip:It's best practice to season your swag a few times, even if it comes seam sealed, pre−seasoned, or waterproofed. For more info, check out our blog post below.
Staff tip:The awning poles are sold separately.They are available in the 'You might also like...' section below.
Hello. According to the specifications the sleeping area is 1300mm wide. Is this the actual internal width, or the mattress width? I ask because I would like to use my 1400mm air mattress in this swag and need to know if it will fit.
Reuben - Upwey, VIC(1 year ago)
G'day Reuben,
1400 wide mattresses are compatible with 1400 wide swags generally. There may be a small discrepancy with measurements, but you shouldn't have any trouble.
Lauren - Snowys(1 year ago)
Awning poles1 answer
Hi, would other awning poles brands be compatible with this swag, or do you have to purchase the Darche brand poles?
Melanie - Hove, SA (1 year ago)
G'day Melanie,
Generally, swag awning poles are interchangeable between brands. Hope that helps!
Lauren - Snowys(1 year ago)
Punctures 1 answer
Can punctures in the airpoles be fixed?
Luke - Urunga, NSW(1 year ago)
G'day Luke,
Yes, you'd be able to patch them if something came up mid-trip, but we'd recommend replacing the tube when you get a chance. These are available through Darche directly.
Lauren - Snowys(1 year ago)
Entering and exiting this swag1 answer
I've never used a swag but I'm quite attracted to this particular one. Also I'm a bit sick of crawling on my hands and knees to enter a small tent. Does one normally enter this type of swag by just stepping straight onto the mat (in socked feet) and then kneeling down to zip it up? Also if there was any chance of rain, would you probably have to rig up a tarp before bed to prevent letting water into the swag on exiting?
Susan - Sydney(3 years ago)
G'day Susan,
Generally, you'd get in a swag just as you've stated. In rainy weather you could either pitch the swag under a tarp shelter, or do the quick open and jump in/out. It can be a bit of a gamble in wet weather, but lots of people will set up their swag under a side awning or tarp shelter to reduce the likelihood of getting water in your swag when you enter/exit in the rain.
Leece - Snowys(3 years ago)
Can a centre pole be used or added1 answer
Is there eyelets to allow the use of a centre pole
Wayne - Cowra (3 years ago)
G'day Wayne,
There is no way to attach a centre pole to this swag due to the way it has been designed. If the swag is adequately inflated and pegged out there shouldn't be a need for a centre pole.
Leece - Snowys(3 years ago)
Waterproof1 answer
How waterproof is this? And leak resistant? I live In a high rainfall area is all
Syd - Lismore(3 years ago)
G'day Syd,
Canvas as a material is waterproof when it is under tension. As long as the swag is seasoned when new then the stitch holes will seal up and stop any water seeping in through the seams.
Leece - Snowys(3 years ago)
2 people fit? 1 answer
Would to people be able to share this comfortably or?
Syd - Lismore(3 years ago)
G'day Syd,
Yes the AD 1400 is a double swag and has been designed for two people to share. A standard double bed is around 140cm wide, so if you're used to a Queen or Larger, then maybe you'll find it a little squeezy.
Leece - Snowys(3 years ago)
Air compressor 1 answer
Can the swag be inflated by a vehicle compressor instead of the hand pump?
Joel - O'Sullivan Beach(3 years ago)
G'day Joel,
The fitting on the Air-Volution Swags won't work with an air compressor, so you'll be best sticking to the hand pump.
Leece - Snowys(3 years ago)
Can i change the mattress to 70mm like you can with other swags1 answer
I would like to get this swag but add the thicker mattress instead, is this an option and if so how much will it cost in total?
Tash - Coolum(4 years ago)
This swag isn't available in the BYOS range unfortunately, Tash, it comes all as one kit rather than separate components.
You can still upgrade the mattress, but you'd have to buy the swag with original mattress plus the upgraded mattress. Sorry.
Ben - Snowys(4 years ago)
Do the sides sag in? 2 answers
I'm just wondering if the sides sag in like some other swags of this design and size do?
Nick - Mount annan(4 years ago)
G'day Nick,
As far as I understand, we've not received any feedback that suggests the sides of the Air-Volution AD Swag sag in, however, it's possible this may happen as there's no centre dome pole to support the canvas on the sides.
Gen - Snowys(4 years ago)
No sags even under torrential rain
Andy - Sydney (4 years ago)
Air Blader1 answer
Whats the durability of the air blader. Only 2 year warranty, where all other swags have lifetime?
Mark - Yeppoon QLD(5 years ago)
G'day Mark,
That's a tough one to answer as durability often depends on the amount of usage. I did a quick search through our repair/warranties system and I can't find any details of customers having trouble with the bladders. We had one chap that had a problem with a part in the valve and it looks like Darche sent a replacement out to him, but that's it. Whilst other swags might have longer warranties, the warranty won't always cover broken poles as it depends on how the breakage occurred.
Tim - Snowys(5 years ago)
260gsm or 320gsm canvas1 answer
Hi, Darche has this listed as having 320gsm canvas? Is there a second or third generation of this swag?
Jason - Ridgewood(6 years ago)
G'day Jason,
I've just looked into this for you, and as far as we know there isn't a second generation of this swag model.
I'll make sure that we change the specs on our website to match Darche (320gsm) - so thanks for giving us a heads up, and apologies for the mix-up.
Emily - Snowys(6 years ago)
Stretcher3 answers
is there a stretcher for this Air-Voution
Charl - CARRAMAR(6 years ago)
G'day Charl,
Because the Darche Air-Volution AD 1400 Swag is so wide, there aren't any ideal solutions for a stretcher for them. All of the single stretchers would be too small and whilst a double would work, you'd be looking at having a pole down the middle of your swag.
Ben - Snowys(6 years ago)
I have an OZtrail Anywhere Bed Queen. If I retired it and not put the air bed on, is it practical that I put this swag on the frame of the bed?
Justin - 6100(3 years ago)
G'day Justin,
Theoretically, you could use the Queen Anywhere Bed with the AD1400 model, it's not something we've ever tried here, but it could work, I'm just not sure it would be overly comfortable.
Leece - Snowys(3 years ago)
Inflate w/out included pump?1 answer
Is it possible to inflate this without the pump it comes with? As in inflating with your mouth?
Ben - NSW(6 years ago)
G'day Ben,
Unfortunately not, as your mouth won't be able to generate the approx 7 PSI pressure required.
Ben - Snowys(6 years ago)
Video?1 answer
Any chance you could do a set up video/review on this swag?
Cheers.
Chris - Stanmore(6 years ago)
G'day Chris,
Thanks for the request of a product video on the Darche Air-Volution™ AD 1400 Swag. Product videos are quite new for us and we already have a bit of a request list to get through at the moment, but we'll definitely add the swag on and get it done ASAP.
