G'day Pramod,

Thanks for getting in touch, the Brampton and the Chalet 9 have some fairly similar features, with very similar amounts of space. The Brampton has a slightly more square pole design so will generally give you a little more internal space due to the reduced curve from roof to floor. The Chalet 9 has a slightly higher water rating on it than the Brampton so should perform slightly better in the rain, however they are comparable, and are both durable and stable in most weather conditions. The Brampton might provide some slightly more flexible options for external shade and entrances, with optional additional walls, and a fully opening side to sit under during the day. Overall we think both models are great, and both rate very highly with our customers, so it will really come down to budget and personal preference.

G'day Louise,

I've just had a chat with Outdoor Connection and their products are made in China in a factory they have been using since they began their business. 

G'day Sharie,

The Doors on the Brampton 3 Room Tent are dual-layer (one mesh piece, one solid piece) so you can leave the side awnings up and zip the doors shut for privacy. We'd recommend zipping down the side awnings for rain and weather protection overnight though.

G'day Eddie,

Unfortunately the is no standard sizing for campground allocation, and the variance between them can be huge.  I've been to spaces that could only fit 2 cars, others that could fit 4 caravans, and others that are shapped like a triangle! Theres no possibility to even give a rough idea, and suitability would depend on what each place has to offer.
The footprint without awning space included is 6.2m x 2.9m.  As a rough estimate I'd say the awning space would add up to an additional 2m in length and width.  Depending on what kind of car you have, you'd probably want an allotment with a minimum size of 9m x 7m.
I would recommend calling the parks in your most visited holiday locations to get an idea before you decide. 

G'day TJ,

The new version of the Brampton 3 Room Dome Tent has a more box shape design to increase your internal space, and create more vertical side walls. This will help if you're wanting to use stretchers inside the tent. The model is the TD.34 and they do still come with four awning poles.

G'day Aaron,

I'm guessing you're referring to the first and second images of the Brampton 3 Room Dome tent? Is so, this piece is the Awning Side Wall that can be attached to the front awning. It won't connect the side awning to the front awning but it will mean you can set the tent up as pictured.  

G'day Brock,

We've just doubled checked and the Brampton tent comes with four awning poles.

G'day Annie,

Unfortunately, we don't have the Brampton 3 Dome up on display but I'll approximate that there are probably at least 10 guys included with the tent.  We recommend adding an extra guy at each corner for extra pole stability so you can then have one extending at opposing angles for greater structural support.  With this in mind and catering for the awnings, you could consider an extra 6 - 10?  There isn't a particular type or brand that works better than the others with regard to the Brampton, more so it would come down to your budget and personal preferences.  If you're adding extra guys for stability it might be worth considering the ropes with springs as they are designed to allow for wind movement and stretch/shrinkage.  Feel free to check out this page for our range of ropes and guys, including those with springs.  Cheers :)

G'day Max,

Great question! The obvious difference is the Dark Room coating as you mention, but there are some other considerations.

The Brampton has tough 100 denier fabrics whereas the Northstar has softer 75 denier fabrics that you may find easier to pack away. The 175gsm polyethylene floor in the Brampton is a tough and reliable fabric for tent floors, Coleman has opted for a 420D Polyoxford PVC on the Northstar which is a softer feeling fabric.

The Instant Up frame in the Northstar tent makes it a little faster to pitch and pack away but has limitations in particularly bad weather, whereas Outdoor Connections Hornet Pole system takes a little longer to set up but is sturdier and more forgiving when you have to wait out a storm.

In summary, the Northstar is easier to set up, but the Brampton offers more durability.

In regards to the tarp, the OZtrail Ultramesh is a reliable choice!  These are available in 10 sizes so depending on which tent you choose, you'd have to match up the external dimensions to suit.  The 2.44 x 6.10 m would work for the Northstar but with the larger measurements on the Brampton you might want to consider matching up 2 smaller sized tarps? 

Cheers :)