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Features To Look For In A Tent
Posted by GuestPoster in -The Great Outdoors
Finding a tent that has the ability to withstand the weather is critical for any camping trip, even if you only go once or twice a year. We want to be able to buy a cheap tent that is able to go with us on many different adventures and for years to come. So what can you look for in that camping tent to ensure it will last for many years to come?
First, find a tent that comes with a footprint and a rain fly, these two items are the two most important things to keep the rain from leaking into your tent. While you can buy them individually or find a ground cover or tarp, it really is ideal to get one that is made for that particular tent so that it matches the dimensions of the tent perfectly. You don’t want to use a 2 room cabin tent footprint on a small tent that sleeps a couple of people. Also, getting a rain fly that doesn’t cover your entire tent can leave it vulnerable to water and can end up being a disaster.
Next, check the factors that the tent claims to have come with. If it doesn’t mention any weatherproofing features this could be a sign that it is poorly built. Many tents say they are doubled seamed, and water proof. While these claims might be true, are they enough to assure you that it is going to keep you dry when a sudden downpour comes and lasts for 8 hours straight!
Once you have selected a tent that seems to have taken the measures to stand up to the rain, you can do one last thing, purchase a seam sealer and apply it to the seams, particularly along the stitches where tiny holes that are hardly visible but just big enough room to let water leak in.
When selecting a tent you want to have for years to come make sure to pay attention to the extra features it has and take a little time to add your own weatherproofing to it.
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