There is no doubt that for outdoor enthusiasts, it is necessary to choose a suitable tent before going on a trip. In addition to helping you to escape the wind and rain, it can also provide you with a space that is completely personal to you and the resulting sense of security.
Imagine that after a tiring day, you entered a warm and comfortable tent, zippered, and felt comfortable and safe after being isolated from the dark, cold nights outside.
A good tent should meet the basic conditions:
* Light weight;
* In addition to the strong and durable main structure, the accessories are also of excellent quality;
* Be able to cope with the harshest conditions you may face in your journey;
How to choose such a tent? In addition to your suggestions from friends, we have provided some suggestions for you in the following articles for your reference:
one. Select on demand
In order to be on-demand, you can clarify your requirements for the tent by asking yourself the following questions:
1. In most of your trips, there are usually several people using this tent;
2. What specific requirements your tent will make for your tent;
3. What season do you visit?
4. What is the natural environment of the places you plan to visit;
5. What are the worst weather and weather conditions you may face?
two. About the number of users
When choosing a tent, the first thing you need to consider is that under normal circumstances there will be several people camping with the tent. Is it only you? Are you and a close friend? Or are there often more than three people using this tent?
If you are generally traveling together, do you like to carry and use the single tent alone, or do you like to share the fun of camping with your friends? In reality, most outdoor sports enthusiasts are often willing to share the same tent with their friends.
In this way (taking two people for example), one person is responsible for carrying the main structure of the tent, and the other person is responsible for carrying the rainfly, thereby greatly reducing the weight of each person carrying the luggage. Relatively speaking, single-person tents can provide more private personal space, but you have to bear much heavier luggage for this purpose. In addition, in terms of the spirit of cooperation inherent in outdoor sports, we suggest that, to some extent, sharing a tent with your friends is also a process of sharing happiness with your friends.
In addition, for a fan who often engages in outdoor sports, it is normal to have more than one tent, so you can get a wider choice of space. For example, if you only have a short trip alone, you only need to select a single tent. But when you first choose a tent, you'd better choose according to your most frequent travel method.
three. The size of the tent
After clarifying the number of tents you use, your next step is to choose the size of your tent. Most tents are divided into the following types according to their sleeping area: single tents, double tents, tri-person tents, group tents (some brands called four-person tents) and family tents (a type designed for driving Tents designed for travel, with high upright use of space). In some cases, you can also find tents that are labeled "For 1-2 people to use" and "For 2-3 people to use." They are just some variants of the above basic types.
Even if you choose a tent suitable for a certain number of people, this does not mean that its size exactly matches your needs. In order to know exactly whether the tent you are about to select is the right size, we would like to recommend a simple and easy method for your reference. You can choose the tent according to the size of your sleeping mat as a reference. For example: Most mattresses today are 1.8X0.5 meters in size.
For choosing a tent, if you want to choose a tent for 2 people, if you don't mind sleeping with your partner, then this tent should be at least 1 meter wide. If you want to have a more comfortable use, then the double tent should be able to provide a width of 1.2 meters.
In addition, the “floor dimension†of the tent is also an important indicator of the size of the tent. Choosing the right “bottom size†means that the tent you choose has the proper warmth and space for use. It should be noted that this indicator only represents the maximum size of the tent that can be used for sleeping, ie the size of the bottom of the tent. In general, the four sides of the tent are gradually inclined upwards at an angle, so from the perspective of the interior space of the tent, the angle of inclination of the four walls of the tent must also be considered. Of course, the more spacious the tent, the heavier it will be.
four. Kinds of tents
Summer use:
It is a single layer, quite ventilation, is a kind of canopy with a layer of nylon bottom, quite ventilation, is a low-altitude camping type, it can resist light rain, design considerations focus on ventilation followed by resistance to weather, usually the top cover is Ventilated screen nets, the bottom of nylon cloth, there is an external account, the color is not too light to make the inside too unbearable, can not resist the strong wind, take the account can only withstand light rain.
Three quarters of use:
?? refers to the tent used in the non-snow period, it is different from the camp column, it can resist the strong wind and a little snow, most of the tents have a breathable nylon liner and a good waterproof ledger, the door is double The first floor is a gauze net, the moisture inside the tent can be revealed, and the door is larger. Such a tent is suitable for activities from three days to one week, preferably a forest or an open campsite that is not overly exposed.
Four seasons use:
The materials of the tents are hard, they can support snow and strong winds, and the double doors are easy to enter and leave camps in bad weather. The design of such tents considers whether the problem of picking and placing equipment in the snow period and the space inside and outside the accounts are enough to solve the problem. It is quite suitable for Snowstorm under the forest boundary.
High mountain use:
Most of the high mountain air currents are very strong. The camp pillars of the tents must support and resist the unpleasant weather. The tent design must be suitable for the needs of rock climbers or walkers.
Waterproof cloth:
The waterproof cloth is a very light and less expensive camping method. It can be used in the environment of low-altitude forests or sub-alpine forests. It has poor defense against thermal energy release and wind or insect infestation. It is made of plastic. The tarpaulin is easy to set up. It is better to punch holes with four corners. Otherwise, some small round stones are used to tie and tie the string. As for the nail, you can search for some twigs as the camp nails. The best size is 9x12 feet for two people. If it's three or so, it's 11x14 feet.
Most tents fall into two categories: 3 season tents (suitable for general camping) and 4 season tents (suitable for winter trips or climbing). So what kind of tent should you choose? It depends on the environment you may face.
When choosing outdoor equipment, a basic principle is: According to the worst conditions you may face as a selection criteria, because in the event of an accident, slightly over-equipped equipment is always better than completely unprepared. It's better. This principle also applies to the purchase of tents. You'd better decide which tent to choose after fully considering the possibilities you have to use as a sole refuge.
For example, if you are a travel lover who often camps in the wilderness, or are often exposed to damp conditions, then ventilation performance for your tent should be the first factor you need to consider. To do this, you should choose a tent with a large ventilation window with a mesh curtain at the entrance. If you often camp in various seasons, and may be isolated for a longer period of time without the aid of winter snowstorms, then you must choose a four-season tent that can handle a variety of harsh environments.
Fives. Everyone needs a tent
Some of the "hard-core elements" of outdoor sports advocate: "The tent is a kind of extravagant luxuries. A tarpaulin, a few ropes and several small accessories are enough to build a temporary refuge in most cases. â€
It is true that their argument is not unreasonable in some cases (of course, if you avoid all the troubles that can be avoided, then otherwise). However, if unexpected weather suddenly hits, or if mosquitoes come in groups, or if there is an active ant nest near the camp, you can imagine what kind of disaster the rest after a tiring day will become, and these The situation is very common in the wild. In order to cope with these situations, a tent that can be closed, although slightly increasing the weight of your luggage, is still worthwhile. In fact, as long as you choose the right one, a tent that satisfies your needs will not add much to your burden. Moreover, carrying a tent with you, you have the kind of confidence you can face with all kinds of accidents, and it is also a kind of wealth on your trip.
Factors to consider when choosing a tent
You need to consider the following factors:
weight:
The so-called "fish and bear's paw can not have both", comfortable and durable tents, the weight can not be light; light weight tents are not difficult to buy, but you need to consider this tent is not big enough, not strong. Under the premise of meeting the requirements, the lighter the better. In general, the three-season tents for three people are twice as heavy as the three-person tents for two people, and the prices are two to three times more expensive.
As a basic principle: If you share a tent with several companions, it is best not to exceed the weight of 1.5 kg. However, there is one exception: if you carry a single tent on your own, you may exceed this standard. This is the price you must pay for the private and comfortable space in the wild.
shape:
Tents are generally divided into tunnels and domes in shape. Because the dome-shaped tent is more convenient to use, provides more reasonable use of space, and is more ideal in terms of weight and wind resistance, it is the tent that is most widely used today. The biggest advantage of dome-type tents is their outstanding wind resistance. In addition, there is a traditional A-shaped tent that has a small space but a simple structure. Now, such tents are rarely seen in the market.
Support method:
There are generally two ways in which tents can be erected: the use of nails and nails that cannot be used. The advantages of the former (mostly channel tents) are due to the savings in the number of poles, the lighter weight, and the better wind resistance. The latter (domestic tents are mostly of this type) have the advantage of being easy to use and can be moved as a whole without having to be reinstalled, but their wind resistance is poor.
Waterproof and breathable performance:
A good tent should be able to take into account both waterproof and breathable requirements. This is because: Although the importance of waterproofing of tents is indispensable, if a tent is only waterproof and very poor in breathability, it may cause the exhaled water to condense on the tent wall and then flow down to wet the sleeping bag. .
Tents are generally divided into single walls and double walls. For single-story tents, if the tent fabric is waterproof and airtight, the tent can only be used in good weather conditions, because only in this condition can the doors and windows be opened for ventilation; if the tent fabric is advertised as both Waterproof and breathable, you should not be too optimistic. You still need to intentionally strengthen artificial ventilation. For double-deck tents, the inner layer is generally made of air-permeable and non-water-proof material, while the outer layer is made of waterproof material, and the two layers of inner and outer materials are generally not in contact, so that both requirements of waterproof and air-permeable are better taken care of.
Ventilation performance:
When camping on a warm and pleasant evening, you will certainly want your tent to be well ventilated. For this reason, your choice of tents preferably has more mesh gauze. If your general camping conditions are mild and your tent's ventilation is not very good, the heat that is emitted from your body will make you feel very hot. Intensity and
Wind resistance:
Most tents are marked with a relative strength factor, which represents the wind speed that the tent can withstand. If the location of your trip is likely to encounter a blizzard, this indicator must be taken into consideration. The tent's support can withstand strong winds and snow, and cannot be deformed.
colour:
It is recommended that you select tents in warm colors (eg orange, yellow, red). On the one hand, it is beneficial to refreshment. More importantly, the brighter colors make it easier for you to find your target on your own return journey (even for rescue workers).
Branches:
Considering both strength and weight requirements, tents are now made of fiberglass or aluminum alloy. Relatively speaking, the aluminum alloy material is more solid. In addition, the proper length of the branch is also a factor that should be taken into account. With the use of tents of a high level, the short branches are not only of good strength but also convenient when carried, but the installation is more complicated and troublesome.
Grade:
1. Low-grade tents: Usually single-storey tents, the price is about 200 yuan. Most of these tents belong to the three-season tents, which are mainly used for summer outings. Normally, there are no problems with the use of the environment in less severe conditions. The advantage is that it is cheap and light; the disadvantage is that the waterproof performance is definitely lower than the double layer.
2. Mid-range tents: Generally double tents, prices ranging from 400-600 yuan, depending on the quality. The waterproof performance of such tents generally meets the requirements, but depending on how the fabrics are and whether there is pressure at the joints (if no glue is applied, although the tent surface will not leak water, the rain can still seep into the tent from the joints. Internal), the bottom is waterproof and other factors still have some differences. Such double-deck tents are generally only suitable for three seasons. Winter can also be used when the environment and weather conditions are good, but it is not recommended.
The above two types of tents are all used for tourism. They are generally FRP branches (breakage may occur in severe cold and high winds). They are used by three to four people and have a relatively high profile and windproof performance is not very good.
3. High-grade tents (mountaineering tents): Almost all such tents are double-storey tents. Its main purpose is mountaineering. The branch is made of aluminum alloy. Although the specific structure and shape (usually double tents are relatively short and the tents for many people are relatively high) have different wind resistance, but overall, Its wind resistance is still very good. The tear-proof waterproof performance of the fabric is also very good.
Their biggest drawback is that they are more expensive and they weigh more heavily (some models weigh more than 4 kg), and their waterproof performance is not very good (because the mountains generally have only snow but rarely rain).
other:
A good tent should be able to satisfy the needs of the household movement as much as possible, and its quality is often reflected in some subtleties. For example: whether the joints are glued or not, whether there is a gate design at the entrance, (it can protect the entrance, place equipment, and even provide a place for cooking in bad weather conditions. However, unless absolutely necessary, you It is best not to cook meals inside tents or near tents. This is because not only tents, but also most outdoor equipment such as sleeping bags and sleeping mats are not fireproof.) Is there a gauze or screen that can prevent mosquitoes and mosquitoes? ……and many more.
In short, only the tent that suits your travel conditions and functions properly meets your needs is your best choice.
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