Buteo Photo Gear Camouflage tent Aquila Mark III reed

Buteo Photo Gear Camouflage Tent Aquila Mark III
The Aquila Mark III is the latest version of our two-person camouflage tent. We have taken a close look at the improvements and listened carefully to feedback from many users and ambassadors of these mammal and bird hides. Thanks to some clever applications, the Aquila Mark III is much more resistant to precipitation, keeps you perfectly dry in 'bad' weather and offers better photo and viewing windows.

The tent on the outside
More clever applications make the tent much more resistant to moisture from precipitation:
There is an additional "canopy" on three sides that prevents precipitation from entering through the insect net and also protects your Lens better from precipitation. In addition to protecting against precipitation, this hood also acts as a sunshade, the photo window with your Lens is more shaded and therefore less noticeable. These hoods can all be folded up when they are not in use or not needed. If you pitch the tent for a longer period of time, this is also useful because your tent will be less noticeable and less sensitive to wind.
The improved construction with longer poles that reach down to the ground ensures that the tent keeps its shape better.
8 pegs: Longer and stronger than previous versions. 18 cm long, black aluminum, triangular shape.
The use of (thicker) cords on all runners of the zippers and the absence of Velcro fasteners prevents annoying noises.
All windows can be closed with a zipper, there are no more windows where water can easily get in.

The tent on the inside
All windows and insect nets can also be operated from the inside.
Ropes and "tunnels" inside the hide are in lighter colors so that they are clearly visible in the dark.
Label with instructions.

Photo and viewing windows
All photo windows are 40x36 cm. (wxh) much wider than before. The photo windows are also viewing windows (upper partial window), and therefore also much wider than on the Aquila Mark II. By means of a zipper, which can be operated from 2 sides, you can make the viewing window larger or smaller according to your wishes.
On the left side there is a wider window, ideal for filmmakers or in case you need more space. In this wider window is another photo window (the same size as all other photo windows).
All windows are fully lockable with high quality zippers so that they can be closed watertight. (can be operated from the inside as well as the outside).
No Velcro has been used, so there is no more annoying noise.
The insect protection nets in the windows consist of 2 parts that overlap in the middle and are fitted with an elastic band so that they enclose your Lens securely.
These insect nets are attached to the tent fabric with a zipper so that you can open the tent completely if you wish, or if you want to use a snoot as an alternative photo window (see description snoot below).
The insect nets are alternately vertical or horizontal.
The advantage of vertical is that there is more leeway in height so that you can vary the height of your Lens, which is also useful for taller or shorter people. The insect nets in the photo windows on the front and right side are mounted vertically.
The advantage of horizontal is that it is a little easier to pan to the right and left, especially for filmmakers. The insect nets in the photo windows on the left are horizontal.
Photo windows in 3 alternating heights spread over 3 sides. On the left side there is a large panoramic window for filmmakers.
In rainy weather it is even possible to close the outer fabric of the photo windows and zipper them up in the middle around the Lens, so that the tent is sealed but you can still take photos (see photos).
However, the sides that you do not use for photography can be used as viewing windows by partially opening the zipper, again large or small depending on your preference.

Carrying bag
The carrying strap of the carrying bag/folding bag is longer (but adjustable) and makes it easier to carry.
Separate compartment on the top of the carrying bag for accessories such as pegs, guy ropes, etc.

Take photos from the camouflage tent
The spacious entrance has a high-quality zipper, stays nicely to one side when opened and is also equipped with an insect net in the same camouflage print. This means that the tent is still perfectly camouflaged when the door is (slightly) open.
The inside of the tent is very dark due to the black coating on the inside. However, the cords on the zippers, the edges of the storage space and the "tunnels" for the fiberglass poles in the roof are highlighted in color so that they are easy to see even in the dark.

The photo and viewing windows are located at 3 different levels:
Two at the front (eye level).
On the left-hand side there is a wider window with an insect net, in this wider window there is a "normal" photo window.
At the bottom left there is a photo window for taking pictures at a low height.
On the right-hand side there are two more photo windows at eye level, which are only 10 cm lower than the windows on the front
The photo windows are equipped with an insect net consisting of 2 parts that overlap in the middle and are fitted with an elastic band so that they securely enclose your Lens. In case of rain, you can also close the outer net and put the Lens through a zipper opening. This means you can continue to take photos, but are also optimally protected from the wind and weather.
All insect screens in these windows can be partially or fully opened. This means that the size of the viewing window can be adjusted as required. These viewing windows are wide so that you have a perfect view outside. You will find the same options on the left and right-hand side to ensure a good view there too. There is a smaller viewing window in the door at the back, which can be closed to make it watertight.
The photo stowage offers enough space for your seats, your tripods with cameras and Lens as well as photo backpacks or bags. There is a storage compartment at the front where you can stow small items.

Delivery:
1x Buteo Photo Gear camouflage tent Aquila Mark III
1x carrying bag
1x set of tent poles (fiberglass) for the roof construction
1x storage bag with 8 pegs, 18 cm long, black aluminum and guy ropes.