Uploaded September 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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In the dark about Blockout technology? Ben and Lauren address the great debate dividing the tent world...

In this episode, our outdoor experts tackle one of camping's most polarising fabric technologies - blockout coatings that promise pitch-black mornings but deliver heated tent controversies.

A camping luxury, or an expensive "solution" to an inevitable aspect of outdoor living? From sleeping soundly through the sunrise to waking in oven-like conditions, and exploring the affect of light-blocking treatments and enhanced materials on durability, waterhead ratings, pack weight, and performance - this conversation covers the science behind fabric coatings, the fundamental tension between ventilation and insulation, and the unbeatable bliss of simply waking up with the sun.

Shortcuts:
00:00 - Intro
01:22 - Blockout Technology
02:19 - Tent Ventilation Vs Insulation
04:37 - Pros of Blockout Technology
06:44 - Cons of Blockout Technology
09:41 - The Impact of Fabric Coatings on Durability and Waterhead Ratings
13:47 - Weight Considerations of Fabric Coatings
15:43 - Summary

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