How to Buy a Tent - The Basics
When buying a tent, you have to consider many factors. Before you begin, you
must first decide what features you want to have and how much money you are
willing to spend. Tents can range in price from $20 to nearly $900, so it is
important to know about the various features that camping tents can have.
- Poles - the best camping tent poles are made of high-strength
aluminum, carbon fiber, or fiberglass. You may also find color-coded tent
poles to assist you when setting up your tent.
- Freestanding - even though it is recommended that you always
stake a tent down, it is important to find a tent that will stand up easily
on many surfaces (sand, rocks, snow, etc.)
- Inside Storage - some tents will have pockets for storage.
Other tents will have gear loops to hang flashlights from the inside.
- Carrying Case - nearly all tents come with some sort or
carrying case. If you\'re going to be transporting the tent very often, make
sure to get a heavy-duty tent carrying case.
- Fabric - this is important for durability as well as weight.
Most tents are made of nylon or polyester. Make sure that you get a tent with
fireproof material.
- Floors - sometimes, floors are made of multiple pieces.
However, one-piece floors are better for \"waterproofness.\"
- Wall Steepness - the steeper the walls, the more room will
be available on the inside of the tent. Steep walls also shed precipitation
better than less-steep walls.
- Rainfly - these usually fit on top of the tent and act
as extra protection against rain
- Windows and Doors - if you camp in warm areas, you should
look for tents with many windows and doors. You should also look for tents
with a screen layer so you can ventilate the tent without letting in bugs.
- Color - brighter colors will allow more light into the
tent.
- Webbing - Strongly stitched nylon webbing is a must
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