| When you prepare for a backpacking tour, one of | | | | during the day, so make sure you can |
| the most important pieces of equipment is your | | | | comfortably cope with its weight. Watch out for |
| backpacking tent. Your well-being and the success | | | | backpacking tents with aluminum poles, which are |
| of your trip greatly depend on your tent. That's | | | | lighter than steel poles. |
| why it's crucial to choose a tent that meets your | | | | #4: Features |
| needs. | | | | One of the most important features of a |
| Here are 5 things you should consider when | | | | backpacking tent is quick and easy setup and |
| buying your backpacking tent: | | | | taking down. You don't want to spend much time |
| - Tent type | | | | on doing that. If you like things to be in order, you |
| - Size | | | | might want a vestibule or gear loft to store your |
| - Weight | | | | bags, or sewn-in pockets to keep your small |
| - Features | | | | items. This is especially helpful if you share your |
| - Weather conditions | | | | tent with other backpackers. |
| #1: Tent type | | | | #5: Weather conditions |
| This is mainly a question of liking, but also of the | | | | It's mandatory that your backpacking tent is |
| type of backpacking tour that you plan. If you | | | | suitable for the weather conditions in which you |
| use your backpacking tent only during the night, | | | | travel. If you expect rain and moist ground, opt |
| you might like a tunnel tent, which will just allow | | | | for bathtub floor and full coverage rain fly with |
| you to lie and sleep. However, if you like to also | | | | thick coating. Also make sure your tent offers |
| spend some daytime in your tent, a dome style | | | | good ventilation to keep you comfortable. If you |
| backpacking tent that allows you to sit up will suit | | | | travel in high altitudes or hot areas, choose |
| you better. | | | | UV-resistant materials. These will protect your |
| #2: Size | | | | tent from sun damage. For cold weather, |
| The amount of living space you need due to your | | | | aluminium poles are better than fiberglass poles, |
| body size and personal preferences will determine | | | | since they are more resistant to cold. Extra |
| the size of your tent. Make sure you can lie | | | | stakes and guy lines to secure your tent are |
| comfortable, and sit up if that is important to you. | | | | crucial if you travel in very windy conditions. |
| Also make sure that your backpacking tent | | | | The 2 most important things to keep in mind |
| offers enough space for your luggage. If you are | | | | when buying a backpacking tent are: Make sure |
| a short person, you can opt for a smaller tent. | | | | that your tent is suitable for the kind of trip you |
| This will save you from having to carry the | | | | plan. And make sure it meets your personal |
| weight of extra living space you don't need. | | | | needs. If you consider this, you will be as |
| #3: Weight | | | | comfortable and safe as you can be. Remember: |
| Remember that you need to carry your tent | | | | The best tent is the one that suits you best. |