Friday, May 1, 2009

A First Timer's Guide to Family Tent Buying!

By Don Korte

There are various issues you need to understand when you are a first time tent buyer, before you buy your tent and then take it camping. You will enjoy a rewarding and relaxing adventure while tent camping this summer.

When you are camping, you will require a tent that can withstand any type of weather. Family tents are season rated; therefore, you can get a 3-season or 4-season tent. You can use a 3-season tent during the spring, summer and fall seasons. You can use a 4-season tent any time of the year for camping.

After determining which type of season tent you need for your camping adventure, you will need to decide how big a family tent you require. Tents also have a rating for the number of people who can stay in a tent at one time. There are tents available to accommodate one person and on up to as many as twelve people.

You should know what season of tent you would need as well as the size family tent you need. You will then have to determine the type of material that you want your tent made of since they come in two different types of materials.

Nylon is the newest and most popular material that tents are made with today. This strong and lightweight nylon material gives you great portability and easy care. A nylon tent will keep you dry and comfortable if you are camping deep in the backcountry or at your favorite camp ground.

Tents are also available in cotton canvas. Cotton canvas tents are waterproof and offer wonderful insulation from the elements of nature. Cotton canvas is a heavier material and may not be the best choice if you need an easily portable tent.

The next thing to consider is the style of family tent you want. We all remember from years past the A-frame tent. However, today the most popular family tent is a dome tent. Dome tents are very easy to assemble and they can provide a lot of headroom to optimize your comfort and relaxation. There is also a cabin tent available. The cabin tent is ideal for cot sleeping, because the walls of a cabin tent are straight, just like a cabin.

One of the best ways to find the family tent that is perfect for you; you should search for them online. While shopping online you can view the various sizes, styles and seasonal ratings of each tent you find interesting. Companies that build their reputation on providing you with the highest quality family tents that any outdoor enthusiast will find impressive. - 16887

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