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Buying A Tent

By: Lee MacRae

You've decided to break out of your rut and head for the local camping site to set up camp. Taking a relaxing vacation in a scenic location is a lot of fun. As a first time tent camper your family would be well served to do some research and investigate camping gear. Especially the camping tent. The tent will provide necessary shelter. Follow along as this article outlines a few tips on what you and your friends will need.

Analyze Your Basic Needs If you and your friends decide to buy a new tent one of the things that you want to keep in mind is that, no matter what features you want, shelter from the elements is number one. Also, watch for good stability with sturdy tent poles, securely fastened grommets, the seams that are double-sewn as well as zippers that are hardy. Are you a lone camper or part of a group? Even lone campers or just two people camping might still feel the need for some extra room to set aside room for cooking chores or storing food.

Understand Size Of Tent Required The size in square footage you find in a camping tent increases greatly by your just going up one size. Make sure that you get a camping tent that fully meets your floor area requirements. If you are uncertain as to which size will work for your family, chalk out the two sizes of the tents your family are considering on your driveway Now mark out the sizes of each piece of camping gear you will also have in the tents. Now you can see how the space in consideration works. In addition, compare the price of
the extra space you get by purchasing the larger tent size. Here are some figures to consider on tent size and room: a. A 10x12 (120 square footage) tent is 50% bigger than the 8x10 [80 square footage] sized tent

b. A 12x14 (168 square footage) camping tent is 40% bigger than the 10x12 [120 square footage] sized camping tent

c. A 14x16 (224 square footage) tent is 33% bigger than the 12x14 [168 square footage] sized tent

d. A 16x20 (320 square footage) camping tent is 42% bigger than the 14x16 [224 square footage] sized camping tent

Some sporting goods stores have tents set up in their showroom. Your family can try it out by getting inside.

Consider Time Of The Year You Camp Next, we turn to when. When will you camp? What season? Will it be wet and humid? Dry and hot? Consider the weather conditions. Consider factors like the temperature or the humidity. All these things will determine what you need in a tent. Good ventilation is necessary for the summer heat while winter conditions dictate your needs are a four-season camping tent with good ventilation. Your basic camping tent for the backyard can be had for about $100. But tent with it in the outback and you'll be headed home in no time. Harsh weather like heavy rain or high winds puts the heels of a tent to the fire particularly if it is not well made. Don't be fooled into thinking it's OK to spend hard earned money on cheap goods. There is cheap - and there is too cheap!

In starting out the cost for a small family of four might run you just under $500 for a camping tent and gear. You can consider that a pretty good investment considering all the adventures ahead. Spend more if you want but it isn't necessary. You are far better off to invest more time and get into the outdoors with the family and friends. That will be better in the long run. There are a number of good tent manufacturers like Gelert or Vango. All you have to do your research and make sure you understand your needs. Then try a new campground. Check out a campground like Camp Municipal Des Chateaux, France

Visit our online store at Online Shopping Galore and buy a new camping tent.

Lee MacRae is a online marketer at Online Shopping Galore

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