Camping Tents

Important Things To Consider When Buying Camping Tents


The first question that comes to our mind when we think of buying Camping tents is what is the type of tent shall we buy. There are two types of camping tents available, they are retractable and fixed. Fixed camping tents are basically the same type of tents that we buy in stores. But there is one major difference, in fixed camping tents, there is no space for entrance and exit of the camper. This means that when the weather is stormy, you cannot simply roll back the top of the tent to get an easy exit.
 

So, if you want to buy hiking tent for your family who stays camping frequently then you should go for a retractable type. These tents come with a door on one side only. But if you prefer to buy camping tents which are used frequently then you can go for the free-standing variety.

The basic advantage of buying these types of tents is that they are extremely durable and strong and are highly versatile. You can easily use them for camping and for regular camping at home. But one thing you must keep in mind is that always buy camping tents from a reputable manufacturer.


For under $300, you can buy a simple single person tent which has a capacity to sleep two people. But if you are looking for something more high tech then you should consider purchasing a dual person tent. You can easily purchase a double sleeping bag or twin mattress in this case. There are also tents available which are classified according to their floor area.
 
Usually when you buy a Camping Tent, you also get a stuff sack with it. Many times these stuff sacks contain only 5% of the actual size of the tent. This means that even if it is small, you will find that many tents do not fit inside! So, it is very important that you buy a Camping Tent which has a much larger floor space as compared to the car. In fact there are many tents available which has more than 30 feet of floor area.
 
Generally speaking, most of these tents have a built in vestibule which is made of waterproof materials. However, there are also many which come with separate zippered pockets and zippered door panels. This makes it easy for you to access your sleeping bag, sleeping mat and even your cookware with ease. In fact a lot of people prefer to use these separate compartments, as they make it easier to access these things when required.