Choosing a Camping Tent

Things to Consider

Other things to think about are the important features that every tent should have and you should check to be sure it will fulfill your requirements. Analyzing the size, weight and color is another important step to making the decision. These are all important factors that are discussed in more detail on this page.

Determine Your Needs

 However, to get an affordable tent, you don’t have to sacrifice quality and extra features. You’ll want the most durable and weatherproof camping tent you can find, no matter what the weather. No matter how extravagant your tent and its accessories are, you want it to do the most important thing, provide your shelter.

Before you purchase a new camping tent, there are some important factors to consider:

Consider the Cost

For those just starting out with their camping adventures, and may not do a lot of camping, it may be best to try out the least expensive tents. You can always get a better one later, and still keep the original tent for many uses. You shouldn’t purchase an expensive one when you may only use it a few times a year and it will possibly end up dirty, torn and broken. This happens just as easily with cheaper ones.

It’s impracticable to buy top-notch, overpriced equipment if you don’t really need it. Unless you are getting ready for some rough and tough mountaineering or severe weather conditions, the more moderate priced sporting gear will get you by just fine.

Be careful though. You can also be sure that a very cheap tent won’t last you very long. A low-priced, poor quality item will wear out very quickly. Merchandise that is regularly priced much lower than others is very likely to be poorly made and you will easily end up with broken zippers and split seams.

If you check the end-of-summer clearance sales you might find a good deal on a quality tent. You also may be able to get a good tent that has been discounted because it is old stock. An excellent place to look is Overstock.com. They often have discounted camping equipment at very low prices.

You've probably heard the saying, “You get what you pay for”. But you can also find good quality at good prices.

Analyze Tent Sizes

The sizes given by manufacturers may also vary greatly. The size they give may be affected by the use designed. Example: A two-person general purpose tent may be the same size as a three-person tent designed for lightweight use. The best way to gauge the size is to get inside and try it out. You may be able to visit a sporting goods showroom and inspect various sizes.

How much space you will need is a personal decision. You should take into consideration how tall you are, how wide you are, how much elbow room you need at night, and how much sitting up room you would like. Also consider how much gear you will be storing inside. Get the roomiest one that you can reasonably afford. You won’t regret it. The extra room will come in handy, especially when you are hit with a spell of rainy weather.

Consider Tent Weight

Tent Color Factors

The color affects how much light is allowed in and also impacts how warm it is inside. A tent that is a light color such as beige, white, or yellow will make it brighter inside and will also tend to reflect away the heat. A darker color such as blue, green, black, or red will absorb more heat during daylight hours and also let in less light to the interior.

There are other issues to consider. Some camping purists recommend tents that will blend in with the environment, such as green or brown. On the other hand, search and rescue organizations suggest a bright red or yellow for the opposite reason; it will be easily seen.

However, be sure to choose the color that will best suit your purpose. Don't get a color that you absolutely abhor, just because someone else recommends it or because it's a good deal. You'll have to live with it for awhile, so choose carefully!

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