2023 camping latest outdoor tent recommendation, suitable for your shopping guide, how to choose the full price brand tent style (mountaineering, park, travel, hiking, cycling)
Which tent is the best one for you?
Choose several main indicators of tents
1: Applicable number
First of all, the most obvious indicator is the number of people, which is in the number of people applicable to the tent purchase instructions.
Here I remind you of two points:
▲ For example, the size of the tent is 1.9 meters, which is the plane size, while people are three-dimensional. There is a problem of head and foot against the tent, so a 1.9 meters tent, 1.8 meters of people usually can not sleep (some tents are exceptions, such as engineering and rescue accounts).
▲ According to the number of items each person carries, the space will be more spacious. Therefore, when choosing a tent, we try to choose a tent with + 1 (1 more person) than the expected number of users.
2: Use the environment
After determining the number of people, the environment of the tent is the second factor to consider.
If you are in a hot place in the south, the sun is full, like Shenzhen, Sanya, only summer tents are enough.
If a little north in the city or the mountains, the temperature will be lower, the three quarter account is enough to deal with, basically can meet the needs of the majority of ordinary camping enthusiasts, but also the mainstream tent in the market, the highest share.
For the northern areas and high-altitude areas with higher cold resistance requirements, high mountain accounts are needed. Some friends like to challenge themselves, or enjoy the scenery at high altitude. Because the insulation design of three or even four layers of alpine tent and good wind, rain and snow prevention ability, has become a necessary choice for their camping.
For travelers like me who camp out all the year round, the four seasons tent is the first choice. It takes into account the function of heat preservation and is not as heavy as the mountain tent, and can be handled perfectly handled in any city.
3: Tent weight
If you go camping driving a car, you don't care much about weight, whether it's 2 KG or 20 KG. But for hiking, cycling or getting off the need to carry a distance, the weight of the tent is the factor that must be referred to.
Generally speaking, the lighter one is within 2 KG, and as the tent gets larger and larger, the volume and weight will also increase, according to their acceptable weight to choose.
4: Whether it is easy to build (dismantle) and move
The first is the kind of double tent, the kind of play in the civic park. This tent has a certain weight, although in the construction speed is very fast, but the overall mobility is not high.
The second kind of three-person tent is relatively light, even if it is carried too far, it is not heavy, but the speed is slower than the automatically opened tent, especially when it is about to rain, the more anxious the more bad it is (of course, the proficiency is not high at the beginning)
Therefore, the bigger the tent, the more difficult it is to build and dismantle. Choosing a tent that is easy to build (dismantle) and move is also one of the indicators to be focused on.
5: Fabric and performance
At present, there are five kinds of tent fabrics on the market: Oxford cloth, nylon cloth, TC cloth, silk silk, Gortes
(1), Oxford cloth
Oxford fabric, also known as Oxford Spinning, originated from the school uniform fabric of Oxford University in England. Because of its excellent waterproof and heat insulation effect, it is applied to the external account, the late because of hard and heavy, easy to mold and fade, poor air permeability but wear resistance and other reasons, is more used in the bottom account fabric.
(2), Nylon cloth
The scientific name of nylon cloth is called polyamide fiber, the texture is soft and light and has very good strength, not easy to mold and fade, also need not worry to be moth, its hygroscopic is small, frozen not hardening, is the most widely used external tent fabric at present.
(3) TC cloth
The so-called TC cloth is mainly the blend of T (tetoron polyester fiber) and C (cotton cotton), so the advantages of these two materials, good air permeability, high strength, strong and wear resistance.
In summer, build a TC cloth curtain, very anti-heat sunscreen, the temperature under the curtain will reduce a lot, will not absorb heat, only feel warm feeling, TC cloth is generally used in large tents.
But its disadvantage is that rainy days will be more water absorption, when the tent is collected, it is very heavy, rainy days to remember to take out in time, otherwise it is easy to grow hair.
(4), Silk and silk
Nylon and man-made fiber blended fabric, smooth and breathable, but durability and strength are not high.
(5) Gortes (Gore- -tex)
American new technology, breathable, waterproof, windproof, light weight, wear resistance, break through the general waterproof fabric airtight shortcomings, fabrics are mostly used in aerospace, military and medical treatment, the disadvantage is expensive, and some partners can not be competent for the rainstorm weather.
Tent Sleeping Capacity
When choosing your tent, first choose a model based on your group's size and whether or not you might need additional space for extra friends, gear or dogs. Keep in mind, however, that no industry standard exists that defines per-person tent dimensions.
When evaluating tent capacity ratings, our general advice is this: Assume a close fit. If you seek more room, consider upsizing your tent capacity by 1 person, particularly if you or your usual tent companion(s):
are large people
are claustrophobic
toss and turn at night
sleep better with more than average elbow room
are bringing a small child or a dog
Tents Seasonality
3-Season Tents
By far the most popular choice of tents, 3-season tents are lightweight shelters designed for the relatively temperate conditions of spring, summer and fall. They are usually equipped with ample mesh panels to boost air flow. Mesh panels keep out insects (but can still let in powdery blowing sand). Properly pitched with a taut rainfly, 3-season tents can withstand downpours but are not the best choice for sustained exposure to harsh storms, violent winds or heavy snow.
The primary functions of 3-season tents:
Keep you dry during rain or light snow.
Shield you from bugs.
Provide privacy.
3- 4-Season Tents
Extended-season (3+ season) tents are engineered for prolonged 3-season usage, suitable for summer use but also trips in early spring and late fall when moderate snow may be encountered. Their goal: offer a balance of ventilation, strength and warmth-retention.
Typically they include 1 or 2 more poles and fewer mesh panels than pure 3-season models. This makes them sturdier and warmer than their 3-season cousins. Extended-season tents are a good choice for those who make frequent trips to exposed, high-elevation destinations. While very sturdy, they are not as fully fortified for harsh winter weather as 4-season tents.
4-Season Tents
Engineered to withstand fierce winds and substantial snow loads, mountaineering tents can be used in any season. Their chief function, though, is to stand firm in the face of seriously inhospitable weather, principally in winter or above treeline.
They use more poles and heavier fabrics than 3-season tents. Their rounded dome designs eliminate flat roof spaces where snow can collect. They offer few mesh panels and rainflies that extend close to the ground. This hinders ventilation and can make them feel warm and stuffy in mild weather. But when foul winds begin to howl, a 4-season tent provides a reassuring place of refuge.
Key Tent Features
Peak Height
If you like being able to stand up when changing clothes or enjoy the airiness of a high ceiling, then look for a tent with a tall peak height (listed in the spec charts).
Cabin-style tents feature near-vertical walls to maximize overall peak height and livable space, (and some models come with family-pleasing features such as room dividers and an awning, or a vestibule door that can be staked out as such).
Dome-style tents offer superior strength and wind-shedding abilities, both of which you'll appreciate on a stormy night. They stand tall in the center, but their walls have more of a slope which slightly reduces livable space.
Tent Floor Length
If you’re tall (over 6 feet) or like additional space, consider a tent with a floor length of 90 inches (rather than the more typical 84–88 inches).
Tent Doors
When choosing your tent, think about the number of doors you need as well as their shape and orientation. If you're camping with your family, multiple doors help you avoid climbing over each other for midnight bathroom breaks. Cabin-style tents tend to shine in this area. Also note how easy or noisy the doors are to zip open and shut. YKK zippers on the doors resist snagging and breaking better than others.
Tent Poles
A tent's pole structure helps determines how easy or hard it is to pitch. Virtually all family tents these days are freestanding. This means they do not require stakes to set up. The big advantage of this is that you can pick the tent up and move it to a different location prior to staking. You can also easily shake dirt out of it before taking it down.
Fewer poles allow faster setups. It's also easier to attach poles to clips than it is to thread them through long pole sleeves. Many tents use both clips and short pole sleeves in an effort to balance strength, ventilation and setup ease. Color-coded corners and pole clips also make setup faster. Aluminum poles are stronger and more durable than fiberglass.
Rainfly
A rainfly is a separate waterproof cover designed to fit over the roof of your tent. Use it whenever rain or dew is expected, or any time you want to retain a little extra warmth. Two rainfly types are common. Roof-only rainflies allow more light and views while offering fair rain protection. Full-coverage rainflies offer maximum protection from wind and rain.
Tent Materials
When you’re shopping, be aware that higher-denier fabric canopies and rainflies are more rugged than lower-denier ones. Also, seam tape and high-denier fabrics on tent floors reduce the odds of leakage.
Vestibules / Garage
Shelters or awnings attach to your tent for the purpose of storing or sheltering your muddy or dusty boots or keeping your packs out of the rain. They can be an integral part of the rainfly or add-on items that are sold separately.
Ventilation
Mesh panels are often used in the ceiling, doors and windows of tents. This allows views and enhances cross-ventilation to help manage condensation. For hot, humid climates, seek out larger mesh panels.
Interior Loops and Pockets
A lantern loop is often placed at the top-center of a tent's ceiling for hanging a lantern. Loops on interior tent walls can be used to attach a mesh shelf (called a gear loft, sold separately) to keep small items off of the tent floor. Similarly, interior pockets help keep your tent organized.
Guyout Loops
Higher-quality tents will include loops on the outside of the tent body for attaching guy lines. Guy lines allow you to batten down the hatches—no flapping fabric—during high winds.
Optional Tent Accessories
Footprint
This is a custom-fitted groundcloth (usually sold separately) that goes under your tent floor. Tent floors can be tough, but rocks, twigs and dirt eventually take a toll. A footprint costs far less to replace than a tent. For family tents that get a lot of in/out foot traffic, this is especially useful. Also, footprints are sized to fit your tent shape exactly, so they won't catch water like a generic groundcloth that sticks out beyond the floor edges. Water caught that way flows underneath your tent and can seep through the floor fabric.
100% polyester fibre
Weatherproof: Welded corners and reverse joints prevent water from entering
Enhanced ventilation: Integrated rain covers provide additional weather protection and provide better airflow
Durable: A double layer of thick fabric can withstand the demands of every season
Instant setup: Only 1 minute
Spacious interior :10 x 9 feet, center height is 6 feet; Fit 2 queen size air beds
Key Features
Convenient Storage
When it's time to head home, the tent packs up into an included expandable carrying bag until you're off on your next adventure.
WeatherTec System
On rainy nights, stay dry thanks to tub-like floors with patented corner welds and covered seams to help keep water out.
Quick & Easy Setup
Every moment of your outdoor adventure is precious so with preassembled poles you can have your tent set up in about a minute.