What Camping Equipment Suits You

In a way, camping has already been part of people’s lives since the beginning of time as many early people have been living in tents for hundreds of years now.  As the evolution of civilizations move further, the way houses are built went along with it and houses made of stone and concrete became the ideal home structures.  Because lots of people want to get away from the stressful and hectic life of cities, the urge to get away from it all and to get re-in touch with nature have turned lots of them camping regulars. 

Every year, the number of individuals going camping grows and a few of the reasons why is to get a vacation and not to spend too much money.  The availability of camping equipments have made lots of thing to be done in the outdoors more conveniently.  Portable cooking equipments and utensils have made cooking outdoors much efficient while tents have gone from a big canvass supported by sticks to durable and bendable carbon fibre poles and water proof synthetic fabrics.

Modern tents are easier to store and have become versatile for camping convenience.  The use of tents are vital whether it’s for camping, backpacking or hiking. 

Here are a few types of tents to choose from:

Pyramid Tents

The simplest form are pyramid tents where it can be shaped by one oversized sheet supported by two poles and fixed firmly by stakes.  The uncomplicated assembly of pyramid tents make them standard camping forms and amateur campers will have quite an easy time in setting it up.  Tents like these, however, offer less protection from insects and expose occupants from mosquito bites.  Many manufacturers of camping gears have made pyramid tents that include zippered entryways which also have synthetic fabric canvass and carbon fiber poles and rods.

Dome Tents

Dome Tents are one of the most common and favorite tents.  Their dome shape not only slide rain water more effectively but it’s also designed to provide more space in its entrance and inside for its occupants compared to pyramid tents.  Regular dome tents are often erected using only two poles.  Dome tents that are modified offer more durability and resilience against strong winds and heavy rains.  Additional rods and poles to its overall assembly makes it sturdier to the elements.

Tunnel Tents

Tunnel tents have an uneven space and are tapered lower at the back.  Two rods come with tunnel tents as well but one is much longer than the other one but there are also varieties of single poles.  The lighter weight of tunnel tents also give them certain advantages over other types of tents.  Built more compact, tunnel tents are the ideal type of tents for a 1 man tent. 

For those who have recently bought a new tent, be sure to always keep it dry to prevent moisture damage such as mold and mildew which not only cause discoloration, it will also make them stinky and a potential health hazard.  In storing tents, it is also better to dry them first.  You can dry your tent by hanging it in a long clothesline and let the air dry it.  You can also sun-dry it but it’s important to know that ultraviolet rays from the sun can potentially damage the tent fabric.  Just make sure that you don’t leave your tent exposed in the sun too long.