วันพุธที่ 23 กรกฎาคม พ.ศ. 2551

Camping Tents - A Home Away From Home

Author : Michael Cottier

You love the outdoors, especially when you spend a lot of time there. There is something serene about camping overnight in a beautiful setting. The sounds, the smell of the fresh air. It is such a departure from your regular, busy life. If you are the type who loves to camp, then camping tents are something that you will definitely need.Camping tents come in different shapes and sizes. There are also tents that are designed for certain weather conditions. For example, some camping tents are designed as all weather tents, and some have a good resistance against the wind. There are also some highly specialized tents. You cant expect to use the same tent on Mt. Everest as you would a warm, wind free campground in the summertime.Here is some advice that will help you choose the best camping tents for your needs:The Purpose - What do you need the tent for? People who go camping often may feel as if they need several camping tents. And this is true, especially if you camp in different climates or take different kinds of camping trips. For example, if you do a lot of backpacking and a lot of leisurely camping, you will need different camping tents of each. Leisurely tents can be heavy and when you are on foot, you want something that is very lightweight.The Features - Another important consideration when purchasing camping tents are the features. This also ties in with the purpose of the tent. If you do a lot of generalized camping, you will probably need camping tents that have a variety of different features. In general, you will want a tent that is easy to put up and will have features like sturdiness, wind resistance, and possibly a mosquito net. Do your research - There are a lot of choices out there for camping tents. Once you know what you need the tent for and have at least a vague idea of the features you will need, you can begin to research. When looking into the various tents, make sure you read the product specs for each one. Talk to a sales person. Or, if you are shopping online, feel free to contact customer service with any questions you may have. Websites in general do a great job listing all the information you will need. But if you have a question on different camping tents you can always contact them.Learn how - Simply making a purchase decision on which of the camping tents you would like is not enough. Once you buy it, you will need to make sure you understand how to use it. Failure to use your camping tents properly can lead to some very uncomfortable and even dangerous situations. Have several practice runs before you actually take your tent with you while camping.Camping tents are an important part of outdoor life. Some camping tents serve a general purpose and others are more specialized. If you need a tent for a mountaineering exhibition, for example, make sure you select a tent that will accommodate the weather and the conditions you will face. Backpacking tents are also different than campground tents because they need to fit in your backpack. Once you understand what you will need the tent for, you can begin to select one and make a purchase. For great deals on camping tents and other outdoor gear, check out Smokies Gear.

Category : General Sports: Outdoors

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