| In order to maximize on your camping | | | | For example, you could choose tents with mesh |
| experience, one of the most important piece of | | | | panels which allow the breeze into your tent while |
| equipment that you will need is the camping tent. | | | | at the same time keeping the mosquitoes and |
| Whether or not you enjoy your experience will | | | | other insects out. Or you could opt for 'shock |
| depend quite largely on the quality of the tent | | | | corded' tent poles which allow for a fast setup, |
| that you choose. This is why there is a | | | | waterproof or flame resistant tents, or even a |
| considerable amount of tents available in the | | | | rain fly for more protection against the rain. |
| market today. | | | | Keep in mind that the tent you choose should be |
| The first thing you should do in order to pick the | | | | the one that best suits your camping needs. |
| right tent is to firstly decide on the dimensions of | | | | 5. If possible, choose a durable fabric tent. It |
| the tent that you need. | | | | might cost more but this is one of the things that |
| Tents are made to shelter a specific number of | | | | you should definitely invest in. |
| people. For example, a solo backpacker might | | | | 6. Make sure that you select the right colour for |
| need a tent suited for a solo camper, while a | | | | the tent. Check how the colour of the tent |
| family of six campers will need something that is | | | | spreads the light inside the tent. Some colours can |
| much bigger and more spacious. | | | | make the tent interior look bright, while others |
| Most tents in the market are made with labels | | | | might make it dark and gloomy. |
| describing their capacity, or in the other words, | | | | Take note that light colours are cooler, hence |
| how many campers it will house. | | | | more suitable in the summer. Darker coloured |
| This means that, if you do not want to purchase | | | | tents absorb heat from the sun and are best |
| many tents with different capacities, you should | | | | used during the colder seasons. |
| think thoroughly and decide wisely on the largest | | | | 7. Inspect the coating of the tent. You should see |
| number of campers that you foresee camping | | | | a waterproof and shiny coating inside the floor of |
| together with you. | | | | the tent and on the rain fly. If this is not seen, or |
| So, if you always go camping with a friend, but | | | | felt on the fabric of the tent, then the tent might |
| decide to go it alone this year, think about | | | | not be durable enough for heavy usage. |
| purchasing a tent made for two, or a "two-man | | | | 8. Do remember that your camping needs differ |
| tent". | | | | in summer than in winter. Your tent choice should |
| There are basically four components to a tent - | | | | reflect this difference, as camping in the hot |
| the poles, body of the tent, the rain fly and the | | | | summer sun is definitely unlike camping in the |
| tarp. The tarp is actually a cloth or sheet that you | | | | snow. |
| put on the ground which will help to make your | | | | Most tents in the market nowadays have |
| tent floor last longer. | | | | weather ratings. Choose and invest in a tent that |
| Now that you know the basic components, here | | | | is specifically made for the weather conditions |
| are some tips on how to choose the best tent | | | | that you will be camping in. |
| according to your needs. | | | | 9. Look at tents from various manufacturers. |
| 1. Think of what you need. Consider factors such | | | | There are many tent manufacturers that produce |
| as where you go camping, during which season, | | | | unique designs in their name. Some manufacturers |
| whether you will be backpacking and any other | | | | are known for their inexpensive tents, while |
| requirements that you can think of. After deciding | | | | others are more established and famous for their |
| on your needs, you will then be able to make | | | | expensive but high-quality tents. |
| informed decisions on the type to purchase. | | | | Among the popular tent makers are Coleman, |
| 2. Determine your budget and how much you are | | | | Wenger, Greatland and Eddie Bauer. Pick a tent |
| willing to spend. Once you have established your | | | | manufacturer you trust. |
| budget it is unlikely for you to overspend. | | | | When you are in the wild outdoors, it is important |
| 3. Decide on the weight and size of the tent. Will | | | | to have the proper equipment. The wrong type |
| there be many campers who will be sleeping in | | | | of equipment will not kill you, but will surely make |
| that tent? The size will not matter much if you go | | | | your camping experience an unpleasant one. |
| 'car camping'. However, if you decide on going | | | | Thus for a perfect camping experience, you |
| backpacking then it would be wiser to invest in a | | | | should think thoroughly and decide wisely when |
| lightweight tent. | | | | purchasing your tent. |
| 4. Look at the available features of the tent. In | | | | Keep in mind that your tent will be your home |
| today's market, you will be spoilt for choice as | | | | away from home for a few days. Thus, having |
| there are many manufacturers offering different | | | | the perfect tent will provide you a comfortable |
| unique features for their tents. | | | | and safe haven during your camping days. |