What Options to Look for in a Tent

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The entire family can enjoy a week out tent camping. Tents are great now days and there are a number of options to consider.

You may want to think about how big of a tent you need. If you are like me, you may prefer to get a bit larger tent then you need.  I personally like to have a tent rated for two more people then I actually plan to have sleeping in the tent. This will give you a bit of extra room to move around and keep backpacks and clothing in the tent with you.

The rain fly should be your next consideration. This is the piece of fabric that goes over the top of the tent. You want to protect the main tent from getting wet if it rains.  That is why you should consider a full rain fly. The seams on the main tent are much less likely to leak if they don't get wet in the first place.

You will have to consider if you want the poles to be made from aluminum or carbon fiber. Carbon fiber poles are light weight but can also be fragile if not taken care of properly.  Some people have reported them snapping, I have never had this happen personally though. Many people will recommend aluminum poles. Aluminum poles may be stronger then the carbon fiber ones, but they are also heavier. It is ultimately a personal choice as to what will work for you. The other thing to consider about carbon poles though is many companies are running elastic through them.  This allows the poles literally to be pre connected where they should be.

I also personally like a tent that has a very open net top of the tent. This increases ventilation in the tent and if you have a large rain fly and an open net tent you can take the rain fly off on clear nights and appreciate the stars. There is nothing better then falling asleep while staring at the stars.

Tent camping can be a great way to bond with the family and also gain respect and appreciation for nature. There are many tents that will fit your needs. Ideally if you can find a store that has the tents set up you can really take a close look at what you are buying. You can walk around in them and see if they will fit your needs.

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