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Primary Considerations When Buying Camping Tents

Winter camping can only end up into two experiences: fun and safe or horrible and devastating. Needless to ask, campers, regardless of experience and purpose for going out in the winter would choose to have fun and safe camping. Choosing a camping site, buddies and foods to bring are basic considerations. Yet the importance of choosing a tent is unquestionable. Thus, campers have to seriously take into account the primary considerations when buying camping tents.

The first consideration should be the type of tent. Experienced campers recommend four-season tents which are specially designed for winter camping. Most of such type has geodesic dome design that enables the tent to withstand heavy snow loads, extreme cold temperature and high winds with its ability to shed snow. One has to be aware that four-season tents, also known as mountaineering tents may come in double-wall or single-wall models but the latter is recommended because they are literally lighter. The tent has a roof line that significantly allows snow to fall off, thus, preventing it to collapse due to heavy snow load. Most winter campers use four-season tents due to its versatile and specialized ventilation system.

Your camping tent should be durable due to the bare reason that it must be able to withstand heavy snow and high winds. Normally, four-season tents were designed to have stronger poles but it is recommended to choose the ones with extra poles. Durable ones are those with collapsible poles. Those made with aluminum, carbon fiber, tubular fiberglass and high-strength aluminum are highly recommended. Avoid buying tents with cheap fiberglass poles because they literally break and shatter easily. They must be freestanding and can be set up easily on rocks and snow. Tents made of nylon or polyester fabric with factory seam-sealed seams are durable and light.

The tent's room and its size really matter. You will not certainly sacrifice comfort during the winter camp, will you? For comfortable camping tents, one must choose a slightly bigger than other types of tents. Winter camping would require one to bring in bulky gears which require more space. The height of the tent must also be considered. So you should choose the one that will allow most of your camp buddies to stand inside the tent. Most often than not, you will stay longer than normal inside your tent during winter so it is best to have extra space inside for ultimate comfort. Although it would mean extra dollars, tents with storage pockets and gear loops would be very helpful.

Choose a tent with waterproof rainfly. The waterproof rainfly outside the tent wall will help reduce condensation. Because breathing will allow the accumulation of humid air inside the tent, you should expect fine particles of ice that will get over your body and your gears. The rainfly can provide better insulation as it relatively increases unmoving air space layers, thus, can make the inside tent's temperature ten to twenty degrees warmer. The bottom line is, buy camping tents that are simple, durable and comfortable.

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Black Diamond Mesa Tent $298.95 Double-wall tents with outstanding usable space, the Mesa and Vista offer 360-degree views with privacy. These freestanding, three-season rigs feature a mesh canopy for excellent ventilation and star gazing, plus a perimeter of nylon ripstop along the bottom for campground privacy. Choose Mesa for two-person shelter or the larger Vista to accommodate the third wheel. These tents are fast and easy to pitch with external clips and a pole hub system. This single hub system, coupled with variable diameter poles, steepens the tent walls for incredible interior space and provides excellent stability in high winds. For easy living, they feature two full-size side doors and interior organizer pockets. Throw on the seam-taped PU/silicone fly and you've added two vestibules and storm protection.

Nemo Equipment Nano Elite 2 Person Tent $389.95 Conquer the backcountry by minimizing the weight of your pack and utilizing the incredibly lightweight and packable Nemo Nano Elite 2 Person tent. The Nano Elite features superlight nonbreathable 20D fabric and can pack down smaller than your climbing helmet. Fully seam taped, waterproof, and weighing in at a mere 2.8 lbs, the Nano Elite is the ultimate in lightweight backcountry performance. Condensation is prevented by a large overhead vent and a removable mesh door can also be used for additional ventilation when rain isnt a factor. The Nemo Nano Elite 2 Person Tent is the backpackers best friend.

Marmot Den 4P Tent $348.95 Priced to work within any budget, the Den sleeps a family of four in sheer comfort, and showcases Marmots thirty year legacy of outdoor expertise in each thoughtful detail. Both the floor and fly are seam taped for a durable, weather resistant finish, while the large D shaped doors make for effortless nighttime entries and exits. Lightweight and easy to set up.

Marmot Haven 2P Tent $198.95 Camp dry and comfortable in the Marmot Haven 2P Tent.

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