Buying A Better Tent
Not all shelters are created equal, as anyone with a cheap tent will tell you after a bad storm. Follow these 10 essentials when buying your next tent.
Tents
Tents
Tents are one of the most critical pieces of gear for backcountry travel. Backpacker’s experts evaluate the best tents on the market every year—whether your style is ultralight, car camping, or mountaineering, these shelters will give you safety from the storm.
Tents are one of the most critical pieces of gear for backcountry travel. Backpacker’s experts evaluate the best tents on the market every year—whether your style is ultralight, car camping, or mountaineering, these shelters will give you safety from the storm.
Tent Stake Solution
QuickTip: How to stake tents on hard ground.
Tent Pole Wisdom
Quick Tip: Preserving tent poles
Gear Rx: Tents
Mildew. Torn mesh. Broken zippers and poles. Is it worth fixing your home away from home? Find out for yourself.
Tarps: High And Tight
Setting up a tarp? Follow these techniques depending on the situation.