ABO Gear Instent Shelter

by ABO Gear

Product Features

• Instant pop-up shelter ideal for beach trips or family camping
• Sewn-in water-resistant floor; air vents and shutter for airflow
• Sets up in seconds; tough Elasti-Cord system
• Outside pockets fill with sand for stability
• Measures 6 x 4 x 5 feet (W x H x D); weighs 5.5 pounds

Product Description

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Up in seconds and down just as fast, the ABO Gear InsTent shelter offers instant protection from the sun or rain while you hang out at the beach or campsite. The InsTent provides 30 square feet of covered floor space--enough room for your, your spouse, and your child to sit comfortably (larger families should consider the larger InsTent Max).

The InsTent shelter offers comfortable UV protection while you lounge on the beach.

The shelter is strong and secure, with a tough Elasti-Cord system that holds it tightly together. Once you're inside, the InsTent comfortably protects you from the elements, with such features as a sewn-in water-resistant floor and a refreshing ventilation system that includes air vents and a shutter. And the InsTent will stay secure even on blustery days thanks to the staking system and outside pockets, which fill with stand for extra stability. The shelter, which comes with its own carrying bag for easy transport, measures 6 by 4 by 5 feet (W x H x D) and weighs 5.5 pounds.

About ABO Gear
Short for Australian Beach Outdoor, ABO Gear opened in 1995 with a mission of making outdoor life more comfortable. In the ensuing years, the company has moved in a more pet-focused, sustainability-oriented direction. In 2004, ABO Gear entered the pet market, providing pets with the same rugged, high-performance, waterproof gear as their owners. In 2008, ABO launched a Natural Products Division focused on "green and pet gear." The division's Aussie Naturals brand features products made using jute, wool, cotton, coconut fiber, natural gum rubber, and leather. ABO Gear continued its movement with its Outback Jack line. Inspired by watching tons of scrap fabric being trucked to landfills, Outback Jack products are made of discarded fabric given a second life as dog toys, travel bowls, and more.

ABO Gear tests all its pet products on employee's dogs and maintains a partnership with Barking Hound Village Foundation (BHVF) in Atlanta. BHVF rescues dogs slated for euthanasia in local city and counter shelters and transports them to no-kill rescues across the East Coast. ABO Gear is currently based in downtown Decatur, Georgia, with a 50,000-square-foot warehouse and fulfillment center in Murphy, North Carolina.

Product Description

Up in seconds, down in a flash. The Instent has a unique instant pop up frame mechanism. To erect, simply open out and pull on cord.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 6 x 6 x 40 inches ; 7 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B001GAPN78
• Item model number: 10115
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (44 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #62,315 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)
  • #57 in Sports & Outdoors > Outdoor Recreation > Camping & Hiking > Camping Shelters

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

39 of 42 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Abo Gear Instent Review, August 10, 2007

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Ken (Virginia) - See all my reviews

I purchased the Abo Gear Instent as a beach shelter for our infant daughter. Its first use at the beach in cool spring weather went well. The Instent was fast to set up and take down. Our baby enjoyed exploring the tent and soon fell asleep. Not much room though for adults to sit comfortably and the ceiling height prevents use of chairs.

Our second experience with the Instent was very different. At the beach on a sunny day in June, the Instent got very hot inside despite a normal ocean breeze and the windows open. Baby was sweating and crying so we took her out. During this time, one of the corner poles kept collapsing and I had to push it back into its socket. None of the other shelters on the beach seemed to be having problems. On take down, one of the plastic poles (maybe the same one) broke from its socket and tore into the fabric of the tent, rendering our Instent useless.

I contacted Abo Gear, and despite a quick response and a promise of, "We'll take care of the problem", I have not received a replacement or a status in sixty days. I contacted Abo Gear again and they responded with questions about the weather on the day it broke. It seems Abo Gear is looking for a way out of honoring their warranty.

On a recent Instent-less trip to the beach, a friend purchased a Lil' Nursery tent for us. It is smaller, cheaper and better ventilated than the Instent and worked fine on the beach in the July sun, though it does require a few minutes to set up. I wish I had bought this first and saved eighty bucks on the Instent. Since Abo Gear customer service never came through for me, I don't know whether I had a lemon Instent or whether there are major quality problems with this product. Based on my experience with Abo Gear and the tent's performance, I give them both the lowest rating. If by chance I receive a replacement, I will update this review.

25 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Easy to set up, December 20, 2005

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Susan - See all my reviews

We first saw this tent on our vacation. I watched a dad set it up in seconds. It was a windy day and it didnt budge. Mom & baby were cozy inside.I thought it would be great for our next vacation bc I will have a 3 year old and infant. It is nice if you want to keep out of the sun, changer diapers & nurse your baby.

15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars even my parents can do it!, November 12, 2005

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Becky Groomes (Florida) - See all my reviews
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We bought this tent for my 65+ y.o. parents-in-law, and after a few attempts, they even learned to put the tent up and down by themselves. The side windows are great up for breeze, and down for privacy if a change in clothes/diapers is needed on the beach. great product!