Tent Styles
Kelly Gillis
In prior articles we've discussed how to choose a tent based on
considerations of weather and number of people that will be
sleeping in it. In this article we'll look at different styles
of tents.
There are many different tent styles available to choose from.
Frame tents, ridge tents, dome tents, geodesic tents, vis-a-vis
tents, hoop tents and touring tents.
When you see a ridge tent you'll probably immediately think of
the cub scouts or of old military tents. Ridge tents are the
most basic of tents. Due to their structure the most headroom
is directly down the center of the tent. This tent is held down
by guy ropes and pegs. They are very simple to set up.
Frame tents are the type that most camping families use. They
offer much usable space inside. They are sturdy and have a
sturdy frame of lightweight poles. These tents are held down by
guy ropes and pegs. Some of these tents offer separate rooms
making them nice for family camping trips.
Hoop tents are as implied by the name formed by a series of two
or three hoops that give the tent it's structure. It forms a
tunnel of sorts. These tents tend to be lightweight and very
easy to set up. They are popular with backpackers and not
suggested for very windy conditions. They may also require
staking.
Vis-a-vis tents are very popular with family and group campers.
What they do is offer separate sleeping areas on either end of
the tent with a shared living space in the center, making for
excellent privacy. There are two bedroom and four bedroom
models.
Remember our suggestions from our prior articles. First, don't
buy a tent you can't actually enter. Go to a show room, see the
tent first hand. Lie down in it, stand up in it, roll a sleeping
bag out in it, then think about how many will be sleeping in it.
You will need more room than you think. Also, experienced
campers will tell you that you can cut the number of people the
manufacturer suggests will be comfortable in the tent by half.
If they say it's a 4 person tent most likely it'll be most
comfortable for 2 people. You also have to consider the amount
of gear that you'll be taking on the trip that you'll need to
stow in the tent.
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