Your tent has protected you from the ravages of time in all your memories of adventures. It is your home in the mountains, and it is one of the main investments that an outdoor adventure enthusiast must make. So give yourself the time to know your needs, plan your trip and correctly choose the tent that will be your next partner.
And now with the summer season approaching, we want to advise you on how to approach the carp market, so you can choose the perfect one for you. In this guide, you can learn about the types of tent, materials, space and care you should have.
Here you must be honest with yourself. How are you going to transport yourself? Are you going to take her in a vehicle? Will you walk How much distance will you travel? If you are on foot, you will need a lighter and more compact tent, while if you are moving in a vehicle, you can use a huge tent without worrying about its weight or the space it takes to transport it.
A determining factor is the climate of the place where you will use the tent. If you will be in summer, or in a place where it is very hot, ventilation is a major concern. And if you are thinking of going to a rainy place, a tent of 3 or 4 seasons should be your choice, with resistance to water or snow, depending on where you will be.
You should also consider the number of people who will sleep in a tent. Also considering that larger people will require more space. And if you bring a pet or children, they will also be factors to decide.
Seeing your tent in a store, you can ask if you are allowed to assemble the tent to test it. Look at various aspects: is armed intuitive? Are the rods easily attached? Can you arm it in the dark, or with cold hands, or in the rain?
Once armed enters it. Do your feet or your head touch the walls? Sit in the tent and think if you will be comfortable in the morning when you wake up, or if you will bother someone when you get up to the bathroom.
A good place to start is to evaluate the different categories of layers offered by the market.
If you are interested in a tent for several people, you would like a structural tent, which is characterized by being spacious and comfortable for families or large groups of people. High ceilings and thick walls allow greater comfort in this type of tent.
If you want something less spectacular but without sacrificing so much comfort, you can choose a Canadian tent (the classic triangle-shaped tents on television). These tents are usually light enough to carry in your backpack during a short trip, a few days or a weekend, but they are not especially recommended if it is a longer trip.
If you are interested in going further and venturing into the mountains, where wind and snow are a factor to consider, you must be prepared for that situation. In this case, you will be served a mountaineering tent, resistant to strong winds and snowfall.
With these tips, you already have a basis on what type of tent to choose, but there is still more, in the second part of this guide we will review other factors that will help you make an informed decision about which tent to choose. And remember that you can see a wide range of tent options in our online store in Sherpalife!
