There are so many kinds of camping tents that we are dazzled by the choice of tents. Sometimes we have no idea when we choose tents. So how do we pick out a good quality camping tent? Before choosing, you need to know about camping tents.
Camping tents can be divided into summer tent, three season tent, four season tent and mountain tent. According to the number of people, it can be divided into single account, 1.5 person account, double account, 3 person account and family account. According to the shape, it can be divided into dome account, ship account and pyramid account. From the construction method of tent, it can be divided into inner hanging type and outer covering type. So, since the types of tents are so complex, how can we choose a suitable tent for ourselves?
First of all, we need to divide it according to the nature of our activities. If we are going to climb the snow mountain, we must choose the mountain tent; if you are camping in the park or self driving tour, then a comfortable and large space tent is more suitable for you; if you pursue lightweight, then the tunnel tent is the best; for most people, three seasons of double tent is the most suitable The right choice.
Let's take this kind of tent as an example to describe the four elements of tent selection from four aspects: space, weight, waterproof and air permeability, and composition.
The first is the space. We need to consider how big the tent is, how tall we are, whether the height of the tent is appropriate, and whether the length of the tent is enough when we get into the sleeping bag and lie down.
The second is the weight of the tent. If we are going for a self driving tour, we can choose a tent with large weight; if we need to walk for a long time, then a light and suitable tent is the best, and the camping tent for two people is generally the best within 2.5kg.
The weather is unpredictable, so the waterproof performance of the tent is particularly important. The waterproof of tent is mainly realized from the outside and under the tent. The protective layer of tent is usually made of nylon cloth with coating (i.e. PU). And there will be a parameter of coating thickness, which determines the waterproof of the external curtain. Pu800 can prevent light to moderate rain, 1000-1200 can prevent moderate to heavy rain, and more than 1500 can be used in various environments. Therefore, we suggest that you choose the pu1500mm above.
The Pu value at the bottom of the account should be more than 3000mm, and the wear resistance of the bottom should be considered. Generally, 150D or 210D are relatively good, and the weight is not large.
Air permeability is a detail that many people will ignore. The middle of the tent is narrow. If people stay in the tent for a long time, the air will become turbid, especially in high altitude environment. The air permeability is mainly reflected in the height of the inner net, the size of the air vent window and the height of the outer curtain.
In addition to the above four elements, we also need to consider tent accessories. Good quality tent accessories will greatly improve the quality of camping tents.
1. Account post
The curtain pole is divided into glass fiber reinforced plastic material and aluminum alloy material.
(1) FRP
Glass fiber reinforced plastic (FRP) is a polymer of glass fiber and high polymer resin, which is mostly used in middle and low-grade tents. The glass pole is divided into black pole and yellow pole. The quality of yellow pole is better, and some Alpine tents also use yellow pole. Glass rod is characterized by large weight, low strength, easy to break, especially not suitable for low-temperature environment. In addition, after broken, its cross-section is not neat, which is not easy to repair.
(2) Alloy
Mild high and toughness, and lighter weight, suitable for low temperature environment. In addition, the broken cross-section is neat, and it can be directly covered with a stick when repairing. Aluminum alloy tent pole is mainly used for medium and high-grade tents.
2. Account peg
There are also great differences in the shape and strength of pegs. Different categories are suitable for different environments.
3. Windbreak rope
Windbreak rope and tent nail are the key elements of tent stability. When choosing tent, we need to distinguish the strength of windbreak rope.
4. Foyer
Camping tents should have foyer and enough space. The foyer can be used to make
5. Color
Generally used for snow mountain tents are mostly yellow or orange, which looks very professional. However, if most of the time is used for low altitude mountain crossing activities, the yellow outer tent is easier to attract small insects. So the recommended colors are blue, green, orange and other bright colors.
Through the above description, we can know that the main performance indicators of the quality of camping tents are generally wind resistance, rain proof and good stability, and the alpine tents also require light weight and small size. A camping tent with excellent performance can ensure you have a good experience of travel.
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