Ridgi-dome And Flexi-dome
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Ridgi-dome And Flexi-dome
Ridgi-dome and Flexi-dome a home from home The simple pleasure of encountering nature e the changeable British weather, all Khyam has never been more important than in tents are wind tunnel tested. today's hectic world. The health benefits are obvious and available to all but it has e No more being cramped like sardines for hours on end if the weather does turn. never been easier or more comfortable to experience the great outdoors. No more flimsy cents being battered by e No more hours spent sorting, then threading poles though metres of sleeving just to get the tent up. tested to the ends of the Earth Khyam is a name that is renowned for quality, durability and simplicity. Proven in the harshest environments on Earth from the arctic snow to the deserts of the Paris-Dakar Rally and the equally demanding -r~quirements of family camping •• in the UK. Whether you are on an expedition or holidaying with your family Khyam is the name to trust. innovation and excellence as standard For over a decade Khyam has been a market leading innovator in the manufacture of tents and camping equipment. The unique Rapid ex quick erect tent systems used in Ridgi-domes and Flexi-domes have gone from strength to strength allowing a larger and more luxurious tent to be set up in less time than the most compact of ordinary tents. Contents: Flexi-dome page 4 Ridgi-dome page I 2 Ridgi-pod page 22 the latest and greatest New for this year is the Ridgi-pod. Building on the success of the Ridgi-dome. arguably the most comfortable and best designed family tent, the Ridgi-pod designs in even more flexibility, comfort and style. Not only does the Ridgi-pod feature the quick erect system to be ready in minutes but also has the unique ability to add extra rooms or bedrooms when needed. Other manufacturers encourage you to buy extra tents for greater or fewer numbers of campers. No more! With Ridgi-pod simply zip-in an optional 'pod' to add a bedroom, storage area, play room or dining area and 'zip them out'when they are not needed. designed for your peace of mind Customer satisfaction is the heart of Khyam's on-going research and development and is evident in the thoughtful features designed to take the worry from your camping experience. Khyam tents are built to last, they are tested to meet and exceed the stringent requirements of the MOD, including testing in wind tunnels. Careful choices including fibreglass or aircraft grade aluminium tubing ensure that you get strength and durability but without unnecessary weight. Flysheets are another concern alleviated. The Weatherweave TM material used is tested to a minimum hydrostatic head of 2.5m. In other words the material remains waterproof with the equivalent of eight feet (2.5m) or more of water sitting on it! Enough for the worst British weather and most expedition needs. Cargo rack page 29 Columbia rucksacks page 30 Liquipaks page 31 Vanable Sleeping System page 32 Moritz Jacket page 34 hints and tips page JS Flexi-dome a spacious shelter in 20 seconds For lightweight travelling, whethe r o n wheels or on foot, you need a weatherproof shelter that can be put up faster than the conditions change. A Khyam Flexi-dome Is an airy, comfortably domed tent that offers you more space per person than other leading manufacturers tents*. Equally at home in summer fields and mountain snows their streamlined shape sheds wind. rain and snow while the inner tent keeps living space separate from storage areas and those wet, muddy boots! Flexi-domes come in a range of sizes to suit your need from the smallest two person Micropack up to the three bedroom, six person, Galaxy 600. Regardless of the model Khyam Flexi-domes pack down into one convenient carry bag and are as quick to strike as to erect, ready for another day In the w ilds ... There is no benefit in wast ing your valuable holiday by spending an hour putting up and breaking down a tent. A Khyam Flexi-dome can be put up in twenty seconds (depending on model) and pegging/guying takes as long as hammering in a few pegs takes. Then you • are off to the beach, river or however you want to spend your holiday, but not messing around putting up your tent! •based on manufacturers own statements of sizes and berths for comparable produCts • , • • • • • ,. All Ftexi·dome range cowls prevent wate1 •ogress throu&h \lent ,. main poles operate qwck oract around ~ central hub and nylo~ ·jomts. · .. ,. r~inforced .. therefor:e lock p~nentfy ~ystern. I into pos1tion dur•ng use giving added ot3bllity. 2oz polyester Weatherweave· flysheort fabric achieving over 2500 mm h)ldrosl:luc head. Solid frbregi:>SS poles for Mesh ventllauon panels wrth Sr.ro'1& and reliable solid nylon, gl;l.ss reinfol'Ced Rapide~• wlnd activ~ted rain cowls protected by a large t>olyester- pole joints, .. Fully t~p<!d ffltemal sleev~ .. ,. ' 4~ .,_ Inner t~nt ,. suspension . ·~ ••• ' ;· Fully taped flyshee~ .. easy fit robust plostlc main Double t.,yer re1nfor~cd Opti'onal storm 8")' ~its synthet" fabric •nn~r unt ground~heet, shockcorded pegging PQilltS, feet an~ p~ggmg rings. triangular guy points. allow guys to be attached ., ~ ' "' ,o ,. .. 6 0 ,. .. 9frectfy eo the main pole . ' ..< ~~~\ " " . Re•nforced double - : ' RobUSct tl'<l)'ed Weatherweave· ... ' •• seams. ~ystem giving coll!,derable stat>ilicy m adverse ' ' lW I 11 ,. weatl1e.r tondltio11s. Flexi-dome Biker • • 213 berth • Weight: 6.0 kgs • Flysheec: 2oz polyester 185T • Hydrostatic head: 2500 mm • Packed size: 60 x 20 x 20 cm • Hvne retardant EII~E • Inner tent: breathable polyester • Ground sheet: polyethylene • External height: 126 cm ~ .1 Flysheet colour: mid blue/black trim ,.... 305 i. ( ~( 1( E 95 311 E 210 "l 9 p T... f _, ~ ;. --- 420 Flexi-dome Micropack , • 2 berth • Weight: 4.5 kgs • Flysheet: 2oz polyester 185T • Packed size: 48 x 19 x 19 cm • Flame retardant • Hydrostatic head: 2500 mm • Inner tent: breathable polyester • Ground sheet: polyethylene • External height: I IS cm Flysheet colour: mid blue/black trim 7 • Flexi-dome Eiger • 2 berth • Flysheet: 2oz polyester ISST • Weight: 4.1 kgs • Packed size:75 x 19 x 19 cm • Hydrostatic head: 2500 mm -,_..Flame retardant :;.I iof t no • Inn er tent: breathable polyest er • Ground sheet: polyethylene • External height: 130 cm 270 jE ~ Flysheet colour: mid blue/black trim N 0 110 Flexi-dome Highlander .... • 2/3 berth • Weight: 5.3 kgs • Flysheet: 2oz polyester 185T • Packed size: 82 x 20 x 20 cm • Flame retardant • Hydrostatic head: 2500 mm • Inner tent: breathable polyester • Ground sheet: polyethylene • External height: 130 cm 8 Flysheet colour: mid bluefblack trim 95 . , -j 0 ow ~ ,,' '--. EC ( 3 15 --" 2 10 () G ~ :=>I Flexi-dome Igloo • 3 berth • Weight: 5.4 kgs • Flysheet: 2oz polyester 185T • Hydrostatic head: 2500 mm • Packed size: 82 x 2 1 x 2 1 cm • Flame retardant • Inner tent: breathable polyester • Ground sheet: polyethylene • External height: 120 cm Flysheet colour: mid blue/black trim Flexi-dome McKinley • 3 berth • External height: 135 cm • Flysheet: 2oz polyester 185T • Weight: 6.7 kgs • Hydrostatic head: 2500 mm • Packed size: 84 x 25 x 25 cm • Flame retardant • Inner tent: breathable polyester • Ground sheet: polyethylene • Porch pole: shockcorded fibreglass Flysheet colour: mid blue/black trim -425 0> 0> 9 ( ( ( lE: 200 :==1 E ~ 0 ;=. t 190 9 Flexi-dome Galaxy 400/600 , Galaxy 400 Galaxy 600 • 2/4 berth • 2/6 berth • Flysheet: 2oz polyester 185T • Hydrostatic head: 2500 mm • Flysheet: 2oz polyf!Ster 185T • Inner tent: breathable polyester • Ground sheet: polyethylene • Inner tent: breathable polyester • Ground sheet: polyethylene • Bedroom poles: • Bedroom poles: . • Hydrostatic head: 2500 mm shockcorded fibreglass • External height: 205 cm lJ(j • Packed size: I 12 x 23 x 23 cm • Flame retardant • Flame retardant 00 ;t \ I)S sso • External height: 205 cm • Weight 17.1 kgs • Packed size: 112 x 25 x 25 cm .. '<· 148 shockcorded fibreglass f • Weight: 14.8 kgs ~ Flysheet colour: dark green/yellow trim Flexi-dome Freelander • ! / i /: / .Y I • 3 berth • External height: 180 cm • Flysheet: 2o z polyester 185T • Weight: I0.6 kgs • Hyd rostatic head: 2500 mm • Packed size: 83 x 23 x 23 cm • Inner t ent: breathable polyester • Flame retardant ~95 ( ( ( • Grou nd sheet polyethylene • Bedroom pole: 10 shockcorded fibreglass Flysheet colour: mid blue/black trim IEO II S)tl 135 I' Ridgi-dome the Rapidex® quick erect system the best designed tents are always the easiest to erect RAPIDE A smaller Flexi-dome could be pitched before you finish reading this paragraph, even one of the larger Ridgi-domes could be pitched before you finish reading this page! So it is not difficult to imagine the advantages this offers over pitching a conventional tent on a dark, wet and very stormy night. But who wants to bother locating the right pole for the right sleeve and pushing it through miles of fabric on even the finest day. Very few indeed once they have seen Khyam Rapidex quick erect system in action. I. Your Khyam Rldgl-domc comes in a robust, generously sized carry bag. 2. Once removed from the carry bag, hold the tent in a vertical manner and gently lower poles outwards and downwards forming a star shape with the hub in the centre. 3. The main poles open~te around cwo types of hinged joint. The upper and lower joints are locked Into position manually whilst the middle joint locks automatlc.1lly when the upper joint is locked. 4. W ith the main section of the tent on its 'knees' the tri-guys can be pegged prior to lifting the tent to full height. S. Once the main dome Is at full height the tri·guys can be securely pegged. 6. The bedroom poles are simply threaded through the sleeves on each bedroom section and secured into place using the shockcorded elastic clips. 7. The upright support poles for each bedroom section simply locate Into the plastic feet on the end of the main poles. The flysheet then clips directly to the bedroom poles. 8. Once all bedroom poles are in position the remaining pegs and guyropes can be socured. Inner tents simply clip into place and are suspended via shockcorded 12 loops and hooks. Ridgi-dome a room for all the family Family touring is o ne of the fastest growing holiday alternatives whether in the UK, Europe or Scandinavia. With the increased carrying capacity of a car a t ruly luxurious tent can be yours without breaking the bank or filling your boot! Featuring the same quick erect technology as Flexi-domes, Ridgi-domes offer multi-room flexibility with space to stand upright and stroll around in the see page 29 main living area. The Ridgi-dome range of tents offers models with either one, two or three bedrooms, supplied with either two or four berth inners dependent on model. If you are looking for the ultimate in garden style gazebos, a spacious family touring tent or even an extension porch for a motor home, Ridgi-dome has the solution for you. A Ridgi-dome can be set up from the bag in just minutes and whi le those around you are still feeding poles through sleeves, you are off enjoying yourself. Make the m ost of your holiday with a Khyam Ridgi-dome. • 13 h! Ridgi-dome ••"' Flame retardan~ 2oz polyester W~atherweave "ysh~et > - fabric achieving over 3500 mm Unique removable Rapidex•locking joints on the m~ In pol~ system aids si111ple and qu~tk erection. hydro•tatic head. All Ridgi·dc>me rn~in poles operate around a centr.'ll hub ~!'Id therefore lock permanently Into Adjustable bedroOm and porch poles, catering for ,. .. ~~-•lo::====:::W ' '" Umiters supplied on e1icP of the four tna in ~rf-guys support me tent when necessary also uneven ground. pnevent ovcrtensioning pOSJtian dunng use of the guy ropes giving added sQbility. during erecttoo. ., " ·:- I ' Guueted vcrnllatlon pon.s control tempcrlltw·e ~nd help ~o N!duce condensation. w~bbing Reinforced (louble Rcinfor>cd shockcorded pegging polnts. peu•ng points. l'tllly taped Alumlnlun1 main Breath.1blc Fully taped Solid fibreglass top Ry$h~et. seams. poles g•ving poly-cotton triangular inn~.- poles for $trengtll flexllilllty, !ta"llfty 1noor tent fubric tent s<•spension ~nd fl~xibillty. and llgtltness. with reb~st traycd polyotnylenc loops for groundstleet. greater strength. .. Ridgi-dome as you like it Ridgi -dome at home Ridgi -dome is the solution to your garden needs whether you want an occasional summerhouse, a party gaz.ebo or simply a comfortable shade from the summer sun. Whichever Ridgi-Dome garden product you choose you will benefit from the unique Rapidex quick erect system, allowing you to quickly take advantage of the warm sunny weather. Ridgi-dome compact camping Ridgi-dome is the ideal solution for couples or small families who are starting out on their first camping experiences. The complexity of traditi~al 'dome and frame' tents makes erecting one a daunting task even in ideal conditions. However the Rapidex quick erect system makes that a thing of the past and Ridgi-dome provides a level of comfort that others will envy. Ridgi-dome classic camping A spacious tent is more comfortable especially if the weather is less than ideal. Ridgi-domes are feature packed, roomy tents with ample elbowroom for a couple or small family while still being quick and easy to put up thanks to the Rapidex quick erect system. Ridgi-dome on the move Motor-homes are an increasingly popular choice for people wanting to take touring holidays at their leisure. A motor-home is a home away from home but why sacrifice all the comforts of home/ Ridgi-dome Motordomes attach to a camper and making a useful siz.e ante room, store room, extra bedroom or porch. With Ridgi-dome the choice is yours. IS Ridgi-dome Utility / ·:-:.;.·. ·~i~:-::·': ,\ ·. .-·::.. ~ ,· :. .· : . • Flysheec: polyethylene ' • External height: 21 0 cm • Weight: 9 kgs • Packed size: 88 x 28 x 28 cm 0 ~\~~ ·.~,. .<;:.~.· :: Flysheet colour: green and white/green trim ~· Ridgi-dome Screenhouse ~ ... I ··:::::::::::::··1·--- 1 -------· ] "' V\ ~-....!! • Flysheet: 2oz polyester 18ST • Weight: 13.5 kgs • Hydrostatic head: 3000 mm • Packed size: I00 x 30 x 30 cm • Inner tent: poly cotton • Flame retardant • Ground sheet: polyethylene • External height: 2 10 cm - 0 0 ..... 1- - ..... • INNER INNER ' Flysheet colour: dark green/yellow trim JE 16 200 lE 300 r <X> )J , Ridgi-dome Gardenshelter • • • • Flysheet: polyethylene External height: 210 cm Weight: 12.5 kgs Packed size: I00 x 30 x 30 cm Flysheet colour: green and white, green or white Ridgi-dome Gardenshelter Hex • • • • • Flysheet: polyethylene External height: 213 cm Weight: I5.5 kgs Packed size: 100 x 35 x 35 cm 0 Flysheet colour: green and white 405 17 Ridgi-dome Tourer 200/400 t x 2/4 • 2 berth (200)/4 berth(400) • External height: 190 cm • Flysheet: 2oz polyester 185T • Weight: 16.5 kgs (200)117.5 kg (400) • Hydrostatic head: 3000 mm • Inner t ent: breathable polyester • Packed size: I OS x 30 x 23 cm (200) • Ground sheet: polyethylene • Flame retardant • Bedroom/porch poles: fibreglass/steel oo lbul"er 200 TOI.Irtl' ... SIS 660 lOO ~ 93 x 25 x 27 cm (400) lOS 1SO 60 Flysheet colour: khaki/ dark green/pistachio trim Ridgi-dome Tourer 600 ,4• ...,.. weatt'le( loZ Polyosw Aysheet Fabric • 6 berth • Flysheet: 2oz polyester 185T • External height: 185 cm • Hydrostatic head: 3000 mm • Packed size: 93 x 30 x 28 cm • Inner tent: breathable polyester • Flame retardant • Weight: 21.5 kgs • Ground sheet: po lyethylene • Bedroom/porch poles: fibreglass Flysheet colour: khaki/ dark greenfpistachio trim . I 18 TT lOS 1SO lOS Ridgi-dome XL Classic I • 4 berth • Flysheet: 2oz polyester 185T • Hydrostatic head: 3000 mm • Inner tent: poly cotton • Ground sheet: polyethylene • Bedroom poles: aluminium • External height: 205 cm • Weight: 20 kg • Packed size: I 02 x. 35 x 35 cm • Flame retardant • Supplied with 4 berth inner Flyshect colour: dark green/ elephant skin/ sage trim Ridgi-dome XXL Classic • • 2/6 berth • External height: 205 cm • Flysheet: 2oz polyester 185T • Weight: 25 kg • Hydrostatic head: 3000 mm • Inner tent: poly cotton • Packed size: I02 x 40 x 40 cm • Flame retardant • Ground sheet: polyethylene • Supplied with one 4 berth inner • Bedroom poles: aluminium Flysheet colour: dark green/ elephant skin/ sage trim and one 2 berth inner 19 Motor-dome Classic -.r r;']!l'fll_ _ _!::il • 2 berth (opt ional) • Weight: 14.8 kg • Flysheet: 2oz polyester 185T • Hydrostatic head: 3000 mm • Inner tent: poly cotton • Packed size: I 07 x 35 x 30 cm • F~me retardant • Inner optional • Ground sheet: polyethyle ne • External height 2 10 cm 175 Flysheet colour: dark gr~y/burgundy trim Motor-dome Excelsior 20 1210I • 2 berth (optional) • Weight: 15.8 kg • Flysheet: 2oz polyester 185T • Hydrostatic head: 3000 mm • Inner tent: poly cotton • Ground sheet: polyethylene • External height: 245 cm • Packed size: I 18 x 35 x 32 cm • Flame retardant • Inner optional Flysheet colour: dark grey/burgundy trim '· ., . ' •' \ \' ,. r Ridgi-pod the modular design for your life The Ridgi-pod concept is simple enough select your base unit and then decide how many rooms you need safe in the knowledge that an unused ' pod' can be unzipped, stowed and any of the three multi-functional panels supplied inserted at any time. Conversely, if more space is needed later you can add another bedroom, simply unzip the panel and zip in the 'pod' (up to a maximum of three). So whether you are leading a group expedition, camping with friends and family or you just want to luxuriate in plenty of space, Ridgi-pod is the modular design for your life. EXCELSIOR When more space is needed Ridgi-pod is a true quant um leap in tent simply add a 'pod' for an additional four berths. design.The size of the Ridgi-pod belies When you need less space simply z.lp off che 'pod' and flll w ith a z.lp-ln blank panel. the speed at which it is put up, utilising the tried and tested Rapidex~ quick erect system, and with the Weatherweave flysheets N supporting a three metre hydrostatic head, it is a robust shelter that is ready to move into just minutes after arrival. Ridgi-pod Classic and Excelsior Rapldex- quick erect system Central hub provides great allows a large tent to be put up structural rigidity as well In less time than a conventional as ease of set up. pole and sleeve construction. Weatherweave~ outer Is double coated to be waterproof in the worst conditions (3,000 mm H.H.) Adjustable poles allow for uneven ground . .. Optional spacious bedrooms with poly cotton inners can be zipped In or out to suit your Gusseted ventUation ports Reinforced pegging point. control temperature and reduce condensation. accommodation requirements. Featured model is Ridgi-pod Excelsior. • Kh your Ridgi-pod your choice I Ridgi-pod base unit A uniquely designed, truly versatile modular base / unit capable of accommodating up to four people in the optionaffour-berth porch inner. This is an ideal tent for a couple or simply a great touring tent and remember you can buy additional bedroonu to add on or remove as you want. CLASS IC EXCELSIOR • I Rldgi-pod plus three bedrooms I I Do you have a large family or do you simply like lots of space to spread out and relax/ Again Ridgl-pod comes up with the solution Just remove all three :dp in panels and add all three optional bedrooms. From carry bag to hotel suite in Just minutes. CLASSIC EXCELSJOR Ridgi-pod options and solutions I I Optional w indbreak. Optional Jercen canopy Optional increues comfort and useable semi proofed area at minimal cost and weight. poly cotton inner with twO person central dividing wall. Khyam Cargo Rack and Bag Whenever you need an extra boot Fitting everything for a family needs for a weekend • away into a car, large or small, is never easy. Roof boxes are a common solution but they have severe weight restrictions and greatly reduce fuel efficiency due to their extra drag. Khyam have addressed this need by creating the Cargo Rack and matching Cargo Bag. Designed to fit onto a standard tow-bar (not swan neck) the rack creates extra space for bicycles, furniture, refuse or the dedicated Cargo Bag and air in the 'wind shadow' created by the car, greatly reducing drag and saving you money. Cargo Rack is approximately IOS cm x 53 cm plus fittings . • The Cargo Bag can be used on or off the Cargo Rack providing convenient storage in a tent and to aid (but in no way replace) your trail board lights side reflectors have been fitted fo r 2004. The Cargo Racks' load is only limited by the tow bar nose weight capacity and its usefulness by your imagination. Securing the Cargo Bag to the Cargo Rack is the users' responsibility. Local laws must be obeyed with regard to Cargo Bag is 120 x 50 x 50 cm approx. light and registration plate visibility. 29 • Columbia Rucksacks Technically simple All rucksacks are not equal. Because everybody's back is different the Columbia rucksack range from Khyam is highly adjustable yet remains easy to use. it is available in a range of capacities from 35 to 85 litres, easily coping with the needs of most family or expedition needs. The construction of the rucksack is such that the majority of the load is transferred to the hip belt with the shoulder straps. complimented by a chest strap (except the 3SL), providing stability. The load is held close to the spine and does not inhibit arm UTILITY • 20 litres capacity • Ripstop polyester fabric • 450 denier • I compartment • Front pocket movement making walking more natural and comfortable. Add itionally, the Columbia range has BBS combines foam padding and mesh lining allowing the padding to a multitude of features including side and hood be both breathable and comfortabl e. I pockets, aluminiumsupport bars (except the 3SL) and the all-important comfortable, adjustable, KHYAM VARIO SYSTEM KVS consists of a series of beltS breathable, padded back system. and straps operating around the hips, shoulders and chest. Whether it is a trip up Langdale Pike, back to Adjustable buckles, mesh padding college or walking in Provence the Columbia is and profiled aluminium supportS ensure a perfect fit. a technical rucksack that is easy to set up and adjust. After that you just wear it ... COLUMBIA 35 35 litres capacity COLUMBIA SS SS litres capacity COLUMBIA 65 65 litres capacity All Columbia rucksacks include: • Ripstop polyester 450 denier fabric • • • • • 30 Side and hood pockets Air-con Breathable Back System (BBS) Equipment bungees, integral rain cover Hip belt and chest strap Khyam Vario System (KVS) COLUMBIA 85 85 litres capacity • Hood grip straps • Dual Alu profiled internal frame supports (excludes 35 litres) • Upper compartment extension • Upper side and lower zip access • Upper/lower zipped compartment separator (excludes 35 litres) • Front hip strap and internal mesh hood pockets Liquipaks Liquipak* - Don't Carry Water, 'pak lt Endurance sports place a high physical demand on the body and that is reflected in an increased need for water. Water is used for more than cooling an active body it is the vital component for liberating the scored energy in the body. If you create a water deficit in your body, your energy levels and your performance LI~IPAK~ will plummet. In response to customer requests Khyam has introduced the range of Liquipak• water bags with generous length non-drip tubes and capacities up eo two litres. For the more demanding need lightweight Liquipak"' backpacks combine up to three and a half litres of liquid with up to 12 litres of storage in one simple to use backpack. Whatever your activity from walking to cycling to climbing to skiing keep your energy up with a Liquipak®. GRIZZLY PANDA • Backpack • Backpack • liquid capacity • liquid capacity 3.5 litres • Gear capacity 12 litres • Mesh back system • Malleable internal alloy frame • 2 zipped compartments for gear • Shockcord lash patch • Mesh side pockets • Compression straps 2 litres • Gear capacity 8 litres Mesh back system • 2 zipped compartments for gear FELLOW MATE BUDDY • Insulated liquid pouch • 1.5 litre capacity • I zipped mesh pocket • 1.5 litre capacity • 1.0 litre capacity • I zipped mesh pocket • I zipped mesh pocket SPACE 3 • Cycle backpack • liquid capacity 3 litres • Gear capacity I 0 litres • Mesh back system • Malleable internal alloy frame • Cycle helmet holder • Shockcord lash patch • I zipped • 2 mesh side pockets and I mesh front pocket compartment for gear • Shockcord lash patch • Compression straps • Mesh side pockets TORNADO 1.5 • Ultra lightweight backpack • Liquid capacity 1.5 litres • I zipped I CAMEL • Pouch • 2 litre capacity • Carry handle SIERRA Waistpack liquid capacity 2.5 litres • Gear capacity 3 litres compartment for gear • I main zipped Carry handle • I zipped compartment mesh pocket • Shockcord lash patch TYPHOON 2.5 • lightweight backpack • Liquid capacity 2.5 litres • Gear capacity 4 litres I zipped compartment for gear • Shockcord lash patch • Mesh pocket • Carry handle • Compression straps 31 VSS Variable Sleeping System Khyam turned the camping world on its head with the quick erect conce pt and it has done it again with sleeping bags. The Khyam concept is elegant in its simplicity, why have a sleeping bag for each season? Instead have sleeping bags that combine and fit inside one another. The result is a highly insulating multi-wall sleeping system rated down to -ll"C that packs down to just 40 x 23 cm, weighs just lSOOg and offers an optional pillow! By using the individual bags on their own or in combination you can adj ust your sleeping system to suit yourself and the time of year without having to buy a whole new sleeping bag. Whether you want a summer night under the stars in the Ultralight Bivi-Bag or are on an expedition above the snow line in the Himalayas Also available in khaki and combining the whole system,VSS is the only sleeping bag you will need for a price you can afford. Ultralight 600 is an exceptionally light, compact sleeping bag with a comfort range down as low as S' C and weighs just 800gl COMPRESSED Ultralight 800 ( 11 OOg) is ideal for two or three season camping with a comfort range all the way to freezing point. However, combine it with the Ultralight 600 and it is good down to SC, good enough for full four-season camping. UN· COMl'RESSED 32 COMPRESSED VSS Variable Sleeping System UN-COMPRESSED COMPRESSED 5 ;:; Ultralight I000 ( 1500g) Is for the extreme camper or combined with the other bags for the depths of winter.Tried and tested design keeps the insulation evenly distributed, unlike down filled bags which are notorious for it clumping and producing cold spots. The filling used in the whole range dries more quickly than down ,.-' but is just as warm, it is also wind resistant and highly breathable while compressing just as well as other man made materials. + Ultralight Bivi Bag is an option that will keep you dry while the rest of the Variable Sleeping System keeps you warm.When the weather is at its worst the Weather-Tee ~ bivi bag keeps PILLOW WEATHER·TEC"" OUTER ULTI\ALIGHT 600 ULTI\ALIGHT 800 out the wet while its breatheability keeps ULTRALIGHT I000 COMPLETE VSS SYSTEM COMPRESSION BAG condensation down and warmth up. Weighing just 400g and packing down to pocket UN-COMPRESSED COMPRESSED size the Ultralight Bivi Bag is an essential survival item to keep with you wherever you are. Ultralight Pillow • Ultralight down filled pillow • Downproof super soft nylon outer fabric • Complete with stuffsack • Weighs I20g VSS System is the ultimate in flexible outdoor sleeping arrangements rated down to minus twelve degrees Celsius. Other manufacturers may offer you dense single or double wall insulation butVSS offers you up to four walls and up to JOOg of supe,..warm hollowfibre filling. If you are outdoors, whatever the season, trust the Variable Sleeping System from the name you trust, Khyam. 33 Moritz all weather jacket The Khyam Moritz all weather jacke t is as thoughtfully designed as the rest of the Khyam range. The heart of the jacket is the waterproof and breathable Vaportex membrane. A waterproof jacket is an essential piece of outdoor kit in any season whether you are walking the dog or scouting a new route on Kangchenjunga but waterproof is not enough. A waterproof layer will keep moisture out but also traps it In and if you are exerting yourself even slightly you will start to feel as damp and eventually cold. Not all breathable membranes are equal and Vaportex is one of the very best able to withstand a hydrostatic head of I I,000 mm and still allowing over 11 ,OOOg of water to pass out through each square metre of fabric each day. But how is this superior level of protection and The attention to detail in the cut and design of the comfort achieved/ The concept is simple a water jacket is as rewarding as the material. Four front droplet is very big compared to a water vapour slash zipped pockets (two waist, two chest) and molecule. By having many, many millions of tiny a separate front valuables pocket, w ith an inte rnal holes in each square metre of fabric that are security clip, ensure that the items you need are thousands of times smaller than a water droplet, always safe and at hand.A zipped base pocket at but hundreds of times bigger than a water vapour the back is ideal for items such as gloves, dog lead molecule perspiration passes out through the or chocolates! A fold away hood in the collar, fabric but rain is stopped in its tracks.The result hem drawstring and velcro adjustable cuffs make is that you stay dry on the inside whether you for good levels of protection from wind and rain. are sheltering or exercising. But if it proves too good armpit zips are included for additional ventilation! The Moritz jacket from Khyam is an ideal hardwearing, zero maintenance jacket as at home In summer fields as it is on the piste. A generous cut allows good reach without riding up especially important on the more rugged walks. Whatever the weather and wherever you are the Moritz all weather jacket will keep you dry and that means warm! l4 -- a Flexi-dome locking joint G --:os FLYSHEET AND ITS FABRIC 1nner groundsheet, we recommend the risk of damage in severe weather. Khyam cent flysheets are the use of Khyam Original Stone we st rongly recommend that where manufactured from PU coated Protection Sheets. The construction applicable, each main pole is guyed synthetic fabric. All synthetic fabrics of groundsheets in the Ridgi ranges directly using our Storm Pack accessory suffer a degree of condensation utilises woven polyethylene with kit (available from your stockist). dependent upon conditions and to welded seams making taping In Ridgi range tents the 'Tri-guy System' unnecessary. However, use of a provided should be used at all times. help reduce ~his, Khyam Flexi-dome range tents have ventilation in both supplementary groundsheet will help the inner tents and flysheets. keep the inner tent groundsheet Central mesh ventilation panels, clean for easier packing. where applicable, are protected by a separate external top cap clipping INNER TENTS directly onto the pole system. All Khyam inner tents are equipped Ventilation in the Ridgi ranges is facilitated by vent ports in each bedroom section along with mesh locking joint front door screens and side mesh screens where appropriate. All synthetic fabrics are subject to some UV degradation in daylight, this is a natural characteristic of the fabric.lf severe damage occurs) fter prolonged exposure, flysheets can easily be replaced - please contact your stockist. Weat herw eave • polyester All Khyam models have a flame with secondary mosquito net doors and double z1p sliders to promote ventilation. The inner doors can be rolled up and tied back for clear access and all inner tents can be easily detached from the flysheet and folded back or removed. Never cook in your tent. Synthetic fabrics will melt and may catch fire if they come into contact with a flame or very hot object. Always take extreme care when cooking near your tent and be alert to sparks from barbecues and camp fires. retardant treatment on all outer-tent fabrics. POLE SYSTEM The Khyam Flexi-dome range main Both the Storm Guy pack and the Tri-guy System have been specifically designed to spread tension evenly around the pole system. As dome tents are flexible structures, guys and storm guys should never be over-tensioned as this will distort the framework and the fabric will become loose. Heavy duty pegs on Family models are provided to maximise performance in severe weather conditions and guys and storm guys should be pegged as far from the tent as possible. SEAMS On all models, the flysheet seams have been tape sealed during manufacture and sealant only needs to be applied If necessary where an inner tent suspension loop has been stitched onto the seam. Any untaped seams may require treatment with seam sealant which is provided. Unlike natural fabrics, synthetics do not recover after sewing and it is INNER FABRIC pole structure is a combination of Inner tents from the Flexi-dome robust solid glass fibre poles bonded range are manufactured from onto reinforced moulded nylon joints. breathable synthetic fabric. Poles jn the Ridgi ranges are If condensation forms on the inside constructed from aluminium and of the flysheet, the light shower steel giving rigidity with flexibility Ridgl-dome coating we have added to the inner unique to Khyam. lt is rare for poles guy limiter. fabric will normally prevent water or joints to break, they are extremely penetration. The Ridgi ranges inners durable and have been tested to On no account should the teeth or are manufactured from poly cotton exacting standards. For peace of mind, working parts of any zips on the flysheet which is also semi-proofed. however, we suggest carrying spare or inner tent be sealed. Allow at least poles on long or faraway trips. 48 hours for the sealant to cure. GROUNDSHEET FABRIC A complete range of replacement The tent must never be packed away All inner tent groundsheets for the poles are available through until the sealant is completely dry. Flexi-dome range are constructed all stockists. regulates guy and corrects tehsion from PU coat ed synthetic fabric Flexi-dome roof vents and the seams are tape sealed. Under GUYING POINTS certain conditions, condensation can G1.1ying points are sewn onto the occur on the groundsheet particularly flysheet of all Khyam tents to maintain beneath beds and sleep mats. stability in windy conditions. To reduce sometimes necessary to apply sealant. Using the applicator, apply the sealant carefully along the inside of the flysheet seams, and around the hanging points from which the inner tent is suspended, ensuring that they are totally sealed to prevent any wicking. Use sealant wherever small drips may occur making sure firstly that the flysheet is fully dry prior to application. To protect and prolong the life of the 35