How to choose a suitable tent when outdoor activities

With the accelerated pace of urban life, going camping outdoors is the choice of many people. And when camping, a tent is an essential tool. Its main function is to protect against wind, rain, dust, and moisture. And to provide a relatively comfortable resting environment for campers. So, how should you pick a suitable tent?

1. How many people sleep in the tent?

Do you sleep alone or with your family or friends?How many people are there in total? The number of people going camping will determine what size tent you need. Large tents will make it difficult for you to set up and pack. So don’t buy a tent that is bigger than you need.
There are several types of tents according to the number of people using them (average adult size).
Single tent: lighter weight, easy to carry and store, small space.
Double tent: space is relatively large. Carry some objects and bags can be placed inside the tent. More ventilation.
2-3 person tent: suitable for small family camping trips. Storage and folding are also very convenient. Most of them can be placed directly in the trunk.
Multi-person tent: more than 4 people tent, suitable for large families.
If you are on a camping trip, you can buy a larger tent, and the family play to be comfortable. If you are mountain hiking, a single tent is lighter and better to carry.

2. What season do you plan to go camping?

Usually, people choose to camp in spring and autumn. There are two major types of tents for outdoor sports: 3-season tents and 4-season tents. In fact, most of the tents you use in general outdoor activities are 3-season tents.
3-season tents: usually lighter and are generally used in milder climates in spring, summer, and fall. Three-season tents can perform well in rain and wind but have difficulty handling excessive snowfall. Three-season tents have some ventilation design. To meet different needs, it is generally designed as a double tent, divided into inner and outer tents. The inner tent has a full-card screen inner tent and a half-card screen inner tent. Some of the inner and outer tents can also be used separately. This will meet the different needs of the spring, summer, and autumn seasons.
4-season tents: Although they are called four-season tents, they are mainly used for winter camping or hiking. Four-season tents usually have 1 or 2 additional support poles to make them more sturdy. This is to protect them from stronger winds or thicker layers of falling snow. Winter/Alpine tents can also be used in relatively mild climates. But the weight of their extra support rods makes them heavier.

3. Are you a mountaineering or recreational tent？

You need to be clear about the situation you are using your tent for. Is it for camping when you hike and climb? Or for camping with your family on weekends? The choice is different in different situations.
The “alpine” tent is mainly suitable for harsher climatic conditions. This type of tent in the performance indicators focuses on wind resistance, rain, and high strength. So it is more complicated in the choice of materials and production process. Generally is used for hiking, mountaineering, adventure, and other more complex climate environments.
The “leisure type” is designed for general excursions, camping and. It is more economical in the selection of materials, the production process is relatively simple. There is a certain degree of protection, but the performance is relatively much weaker. Only applicable to the general environment of camping.

4. How much do you want to spend on a camping tent?

Price is also a key factor in your decision to buy a tent. The price of a tent can vary depending on the material, size, and other factors. First-time campers can start with a tent in the low to mid-range price range.
The cheapest: usually a single-layer tent, about 200+ RMB. This kind of tent is a three-season tent, mainly for summer excursions. In the case of the environment is not too harsh to use generally no problem. The advantage is cheap, and light. And the disadvantage is the low waterproof performance.
Mid-range: generally double-decker tent, the price ranges from 400 to 600 yuan. Mainly depends on the quality. This type of tent is waterproof in general can, but there are good and bad. This type of double-decker tent is generally only suitable for three seasons. In winter, when the environment and weather conditions are good, it is also possible, but not recommended.

Although the choice of tents is not complicated, it should be said that it is also a learning curve. Different users can also choose different tents. The selection should be clearly positioned in order to choose a satisfactory tent. Hope the article can be helpful to you.If you have any questions, you can contact us. We’ll be at your service.

1. How many people sleep in the tent?

2. What season do you plan to go camping?

3. Are you a mountaineering or recreational tent？

4. How much do you want to spend on a camping tent?

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